Born & raised in a remote northern fishing village, by the age of 18, Laubek had packed up her guitar and left home - moving south to the Danish metropolis of Copenhagen. Soon after her arrival, Laubek was discovered by the legendary Danish record producer Poul Bruun. When offered a deal with EMI, Laubek declined so she could "spend some time and find my voice." She soon settled into life in Copenhagen - studying at The Rhythmic Music Conservatory, touring as a backing vocalist for Sanne Salomonsen, and playing in a few cover bands. A year later when Poul Bruun came ringing again, Laubek pulled out her guitar, played one of her originals "Fairytales" and was signed on the spot.
Encouraged by Bruun to avoid the producer-driven pop saturating European radio at the time, Laubek continued her studies at the conservatory (a five year program) and appeared in the (fully clothed) Nansen Theatre production of Hair while at the same time writing and recording her debut album Ducks & Drakes. The stunningly heartfelt ten-song collection proved to be the musical antidote that audiences were searching for...
Laubek has continued to build upon both her commercial and critical reputation. Her three follow-up albums Almost Gracefully, The Wedding Of All Things, and Figures Of Eight have all resided at, or near, the top of the Danish album charts and at the same time have garnered praise for their unique artistry and vision.
The Promise
Randi Laubek Lyrics
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music: Anders P. Jensen
words: Randi L.
Walkin' through landscapes
Carry our wings
Trustful I'm holding your hand
You hesitate, then you open the gate
Suddenly silence fall from the sky
Angels like raindrops fly
Suddenly silver falls from the blue
Here our dreams come true
Here I belong to you
Now that we've found our valley of love
Some things I can't rise above
'Cause I want my lifeline
Forever to be
A page from a fairytale
Suddenly silence fall from the sky...etc.
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The lyrics of "The Promise" by Randi Laubek evoke the feeling of a journey with a loved one through nature towards an unknown destination. The image of "walking through landscapes" suggests that this journey represents the couple's life together, full of ups and downs, twists and turns. The mention of wings could symbolize freedom, or perhaps the hope for a higher purpose that the couple is seeking.
The line "Trustful I'm holding your hand" shows a deep level of trust and commitment between the two characters. However, the line "You hesitate, then you open the gate / Into the Promised Land" suggests that there may have been some doubt or fear at first, but ultimately they take the leap of faith to pursue a better life together. The "Promised Land" could either represent a physical place or a metaphorical state of being, depending on the interpretation.
The chorus highlights the magical nature of this journey, with the sudden appearance of angels and silver falling from the sky. The word "promised" conveys a sense of destiny or fate, as if this journey was always meant to be. The final lines express the desire to make this journey a permanent part of their lives, as if they want to live in a fairy tale world forever.
Overall, the lyrics of "The Promise" paint a picture of a couple embarking on a journey together, with all the uncertainty and hope that entails. The images of nature and magic add a dreamlike quality to the song, and the theme of trust and commitment runs throughout.
Line by Line Meaning
Walkin' through landscapes
We are exploring the different terrains around us
Carry our wings
We have a sense of freedom as we journey through life
Trustful I'm holding your hand
I have complete trust in you as we navigate through life
You hesitate, then you open the gate
You were unsure, but you eventually opened up to me and let me into your world
Into the Promised Land
Together, we embark on a journey filled with hope and promise
Suddenly silence fall from the sky
A peaceful moment descends upon us
Angels like raindrops fly
We feel surrounded by love and positive energy
Suddenly silver falls from the blue
Unexpected blessings come our way
Here our dreams come true
We have finally reached a place where our dreams can become a reality
Here I belong to you
I feel a deep connection to you and know that this is where I am meant to be
Now that we've found our valley of love
We have discovered a place where love can flourish
Some things I can't rise above
Despite our happiness and contentment, there are still some obstacles that we face
'Cause I want my lifeline
I am committed to living a life that is fulfilling and meaningful
Forever to be
I want this feeling of love and happiness to last forever
A page from a fairytale
Our love story is something that seems almost too good to be true, like a fairytale come to life
Contributed by Connor S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.