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In 2011, Adams and fellow songwriter Caitlin Canty collaborated on a side project, Down Like Silver, which continues today. Adams launched his own record label, I Me Mine Records, in 2014 with his fifth solo album, The Mighty Storm, recorded in Nashville at the legendary RCA Studio A. Three years later, Adams released the self-produced A Face Like Mine with Tone Tree Music.
Little Flower
Peter Bradley Adams Lyrics
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Leave your troubles for the night
Hang your head in the moonlight
And wait 'til morning comes to shine
You'll rise in the wake of the winter
When April calls you from the ground
You'll laugh as the rain starts to whisper
I won't walk beside you
I won't call your name
But I'll hold your heart from a distance
As all your petals fall away
Now you taste the warmth of the summer
As the pastures settle into gold
And in the air a fragrance is falling
You've known so many times before
I won't walk beside you
I won't take you home
But I'll hold your heart from a distance
As all your blossoms come and go
Go to sleep little flower
And all your dreams will come to pass
Don't cry for the change of the season
This time was never meant to last
And when you wake all alone in the darkness
As the autumn winds are blowing cold
You might hear a voice in the distance
A love that never let you go
You might hear a voice in the distance
A love that never let you go
The song "Little Flower" by Peter Bradley Adams is a poignant and gentle reminder about the fleeting and cyclical nature of life. The song addresses a little flower who is encouraged to rest and find peace amidst the struggles of life. The flower is told to leave its troubles for the night and hang its head in the moonlight. The promise of a new day and a hopeful springtime is given to the flower, as it is reminded that it will rise in the wake of winter when April calls it from the ground. The upcoming rain that whispers and the promise of holding its head up to the clouds all suggest that the future holds hope and possibility.
The singer then makes it clear that he cannot walk beside the flower or call its name, but he promises to hold its heart from a distance, as all its petals fall away. The repetitive refrain of "I won't walk beside you, I won't call your name, but I'll hold your heart from a distance" emphasizes the distance between the singer and the flower, and the unavoidable fact that there are some things we must go through alone. The message of this song is that change is inevitable - we experience seasons of warmth and joy, only to face darkness and cold winds in other seasons. But the love that never lets go is present, offering comfort and hope during the difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Go to sleep little flower
Rest and let go of your worries, little flower
Leave your troubles for the night
Don't carry the weight of your worries with you as you rest
Hang your head in the moonlight
Let the gentle light of the moon comfort you as you sleep
And wait 'til morning comes to shine
Rest easy, knowing that a new day will bring light and hope
You'll rise in the wake of the winter
After a long and hard season, you will begin to awaken and prepare for new life
When April calls you from the ground
With the arrival of spring, you will emerge from the earth, ready to bloom
You'll laugh as the rain starts to whisper
Listening to the gentle patter of rain will bring you joy and peace
And hold your head up to the clouds
Feeling the sun and breeze on your face will help you grow and thrive
I won't walk beside you
I can't be there with you, but I still care for you
I won't call your name
I won't intrude on your journey, but I am still here for you
But I'll hold your heart from a distance
Even though we are apart, I still love you and will keep you in my thoughts
As all your petals fall away
As time passes and things change, I will be there for you, helping you weather the storm
Now you taste the warmth of the summer
After a long winter and spring, summer brings new life and warmth
As the pastures settle into gold
The earth around you transforms into a beautiful golden hue
And in the air a fragrance is falling
The sweet aroma of summer fills your spirit and rejuvenates you
You've known so many times before
This feeling of renewal is something you've experienced many times and will continue to experience
I won't walk beside you
I can't be there with you, but I still care for you
I won't take you home
I won't try to control your path, but I will be here if you need me
But I'll hold your heart from a distance
Even though we are apart, I still love you and will keep you in my thoughts
As all your blossoms come and go
As life continues, I will be there to celebrate your victories and support you through your losses
Go to sleep little flower
Rest and recharge, knowing that you are loved
And all your dreams will come to pass
Believe in yourself and your ability to make your dreams a reality
Don't cry for the change of the season
Don't be afraid of change, but embrace it as an opportunity for growth
This time was never meant to last
Remember that change is inevitable and necessary for growth and new beginnings
And when you wake all alone in the darkness
Even in tough times, you have the strength to push through and find the light
As the autumn winds are blowing cold
As the seasons change and bring colder weather, you will find the inner warmth to keep going
You might hear a voice in the distance
You are not alone and others are there to support you, even from afar
A love that never let you go
The love and support that others have for you will always hold you up and guide you through tough times
Writer(s): Peter Bradley Adams
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