Pollard began releasing solo records in 1996, alongside regular releases from Guided by Voices. These albums were typically recorded with a small group consisting of current or former Guided by Voices members, and they were generally considered to informally be part of the Guided by Voices canon, as that band would regularly perform selections from the solo releases in concert.
After the dissolution of Guided by Voices in 2004, Robert Pollard launched his official solo career with the release of From a Compound Eye in February 2006. Pollard's recent studio work has eschewed the live-band format, instead relying on the multi-instrumental talents of Todd Tobias, who produced several Guided by Voices albums. In 2006, he resumed touring with a new band informally dubbed "The Ascended Masters", which featured Tommy Keene on lead guitar and keyboards, Dave Phillips on guitar, Jon Wurster on drums, and Jason Narducy on bass. After Normal Happiness was released, the band returned to the road but subsequent to the cancellation of some 2006 dates due to a leg injury, Pollard announced his retirement from touring. Pollard, however, has since toured with Boston Spaceships.
Pollard resides just outside of Dayton, OH. with his wife, Sarah.
Life Is Beautiful
Robert Pollard Lyrics
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At everything and we forget
Life is beautiful
Dragstrips out to seahunts
Race to catch a wave or a falling star
Life is beautiful
Pull up all the trees
Make a wish life is beautiful
The lyrics of Robert Pollard's song "Life is Beautiful" contain a seemingly simple message, but it is much deeper when examined closely. Pollard begins by describing the human experience as being trapped inside a diamond, looking out at the world, and still failing to appreciate it. The diamond represents the limited perspective that we have on life. We may think we see everything, but there is so much more beyond our perceptions.
In the next two lines, Pollard describes how we can break out of this limited way of viewing the world by engaging with it. We should race to catch a wave or falling star, rather than simply observing from afar. When we do so, we begin to understand the beauty and richness of life.
The final lines are particularly significant, as they call on us to take an active part in shaping our future. Rather than simply looking out at nature, Pollard encourages us to knock down houses and pull up trees, to make a wish and create a better world.
Overall, "Life is Beautiful" is a call to action, encouraging listeners to engage with the world rather than simply observing it. The message is one of hope and optimism, suggesting that there is still much to be appreciated and much to be changed in the world we live in.
Line by Line Meaning
Trapped inside a diamond we look outside
Sometimes we become so caught up in the material things that we lose sight of what really matters and fail to appreciate the beauty of the world around us.
At everything and we forget
We tend to forget the simple pleasures of life when we are too busy chasing our dreams and fulfilling our obligations.
Life is beautiful
Despite all of the struggles we face in life, there is beauty to be found if we take the time to look for it.
Dragstrips out to seahunts
There are countless adventures waiting to be had in this world, from racing along a dragstrip to pursuing the perfect wave on the ocean.
Race to catch a wave or a falling star
Life is full of opportunities to chase after our wildest dreams and the things that inspire us the most.
Life is beautiful
The world is full of incredible sights, sounds, and experiences that can fill us with wonder and awe, reminding us of how precious life is.
Knock down all the houses
Sometimes we need to let go of the things that we have built for ourselves in order to appreciate the natural beauty of the world around us.
Pull up all the trees
The world is a complex and interconnected ecosystem, and we must recognize our role in it if we hope to preserve its beauty and diversity.
Make a wish life is beautiful
Despite all of the pain and suffering that we might experience in life, there is always hope for a brighter future filled with joy, peace, and happiness.
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Written by: ROBERT POLLARD
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