They rehearsed two days to work out a repertoire of rainbirds-songs, instrumentals by ulrike and a couple of pieces written exclusively for theatre plays and the group stein. then they appeared under the motto "two faces in a different light" on september 2nd 1993.
it is this performance that katharina likes to remember as her favorite, and it was after this one, that tim, ulrike and katharina decided to move on as the new rainbirds trio.
they kept performing and touring under the pseudonym "three birds of a feather" while they were working out a new band sound, considering their special line-up: keyboards, vocals/ guitar and drums.
they were without a deal then, but rough trade records came to see them play live a couple of times, and while the band proceeded to tour under their original name in 1995, the contract came to be.
they entered the puk-studio in denmark in oktober 1995 and the self-produced "making memory" was released in march 1996. apart from some bewilderment as to what rainbirds would look and sound like now after one more metamorphosis, the reception was warm. more touring and festival playing, and back in the studio in april 1997. this time co-producer jon caffery recorded and mixed the album "rainbirdsforever" in his own la chapelle-studio in belgium. this album was released in october and was greatly appreciated in the media, and the tour in jan/feb 1998 rewarded the trio with sold out clubs and exceptionally good reviews.
they decided to tour once more in may to record two shows on 24 track analog and will release rainbirds3000.live in january 1999.
check their tourdates, keep in touch, be informed about all the many new things that are about to happen with rainbirds in the future. and the future is now.
for further information
http://www.rainbirds.com/
discography :
* rainbirds3000.live (1999)
* forever (1997)
* making memory (1996)
* the mercury years (1995)
* in a different light (1993)
* two faces (1991)
* call me easy, say I'm strong, love me my way, that ain't wrong (1989)
* rainbirds (1987)
High
Rainbirds Lyrics
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dry leaves
and crumbling blossoms
old beat books
stripped of the cover
i feel delighted
suddenly singing
with a voice
from out of the blue
dark points in time
follow after
shy not shallow
high not hollow
a slightly off-beat
pounding heart
because it's
all over
i need not to take cover
nothing can break besides my soul - yeah
i got it under control - yeah
miles of tape in
cardboard boxes
millions of pages on
gains and losses
i feel spooky
suddenly speaking
with a voice
that is coming
from behind the shelf
locked up inside is
my happier self
shy not shallow
high not hollow
a slightly off-beat
pounding heart
because it's
all over
i need not to take cover
nothing can break besides my soul - yeah
i got it under control - yeah
bundled dreams and
dusty gems
imploring notes
that strangers send:
please me deeper
love me sweeter
hug me harder
never let me go - I am
shy not shallow
high not hollow
got a slightly off-beat
pounding heart
because it's
all over
i need not to take cover
nothing can break besides my soul - yeah
i got it under control - yeah
The lyrics of "High" by Rainbirds describe a feeling of excitement and empowerment that comes from rediscovering old books, memories, and experiences. The singer is surrounded by old, dry leaves and crumbling blossoms, but rather than feeling sad or nostalgic, they feel delighted and begin to sing with a voice that seems to come from nowhere. The line "dark points in time follow after" suggests that the singer is aware of the difficulties and challenges they have faced in the past, but their current mood is one of confidence and resilience.
The second stanza continues with an emphasis on the singer's past experiences, this time focusing on old tapes and books that are locked up in storage. Despite the spooky feeling that comes with exploring these archives, the singer finds their voice again and feels more connected to their "happier self." The final stanza introduces the idea of "bundled dreams and dusty gems," suggesting that the singer has uncovered something valuable and precious that was hidden away for a long time. The poetic phrases "please me deeper, love me sweeter, hug me harder, never let me go" convey a sense of longing that is contrasted with the singer's newfound confidence and self-assurance.
Overall, "High" is a song that celebrates the power of memory, self-discovery, and personal growth. The upbeat tempo and playful lyrics suggest that the singer is enjoying the process of rediscovering old treasures, even as they confront the challenges of their past.
Line by Line Meaning
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Observing the current state of something
dry leaves
A metaphor for lifeless objects
and crumbling blossoms
Objects that are decaying and no longer vibrant
old beat books
Books that are well-loved and well-read
stripped of the cover
Exposing the inner workings of something
i feel delighted
Feeling happy and content
suddenly singing
Expressing oneself in an unexpected way
with a voice
An outward expression of oneself
that is coming
A natural expression of oneself
from out of the blue
Something unexpected
dark points in time
Difficult, challenging moments in life
follow after
Events that occur as a result of difficult moments
shy not shallow
A personality that is reserved and thoughtful, not superficial
high not hollow
A positive, uplifting personality that is genuine, not fake
a slightly off-beat
A unique, unconventional personality
pounding heart
A strong, emotional reaction to something
because it's
A realization of the current situation
all over
A closure to a difficult moment
i need not to take cover
No need to hide from challenges
nothing can break besides my soul - yeah
The only thing that can hurt oneself is one's own soul or spirit
i got it under control - yeah
A strong sense of self and ability to handle adversity
miles of tape in
A large quantity of something
cardboard boxes
A metaphor for stored memories
millions of pages on
A lot of experiences and learnings
gains and losses
Positive and negative outcomes in life
i feel spooky
Feeling eerie or haunted
suddenly speaking
An unexpected expression of oneself
from behind the shelf
Expressions of oneself that have been hidden away
locked up inside is
Feelings that have been suppressed and not expressed
my happier self
A side of oneself that is happier and more positive
bundled dreams and
Aspiration and aspirations that are yet to be explored
dusty gems
Memories that are not as clear as they used to be
imploring notes
Expressions of emotion from others
that strangers send:
Expressions of emotion from people unknown
please me deeper
Desire for greater connection
love me sweeter
Desire for more affection
hug me harder
Desire for more physical contact and comfort
never let me go - I am
Desire for permanent connection with others
got a slightly off-beat
A unique and unconventional personality
pounding heart
A strong, emotional reaction to something
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