Sexsmith started his first band at 14. After moving to Toronto he formed the Uncool and released his cassette Out of the Duff, and a year later, There's a Way. Meanwhile, he worked as a courier, and released Grand Opera Lane in 1991. On the strength of this album he earned a contract which led to the self-titled album Ron Sexsmith of 1995. Between 1997 and 2001, Sexsmith released three more albums before the acclaimed Cobblestone Runway in 2002.
Miracles
Ron Sexsmith Lyrics
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In reality's disguise, our shadow below us
And the stars up above
It's a miracle, my love, miracle, my love
There are miracles appearing in broad daylight
To a cynical world so blind with both of us knowing
There's so much to dream of
How just a song appears in the night
And what was wrong seems to be right
There seems to be life
And all that was heavy seems to be light
It's a miracle
Here in this hand I hold
Here in this band of gold
How even the silence seems to say more than enough
It's a miracle, my love, miracle, my love
It's a miracle, my love, miracle, my love
The lyrics of Ron Sexsmith's song "Miracles" are truly poetic and deep. The first stanza speaks of how miracles are all around us, disguised as everyday reality. It talks about the stars in the sky and our own shadow, which are both miracles in their own way. The love of the singer is also called a miracle, which could mean that it is something that exists beyond what is rational or expected.
The second stanza speaks about how even in a jaded and cynical world, miracles continue to happen. The singer and the person they are addressing know that there is so much more to life than what meets the eye. The line "there's so much to dream of" implies that there is more to life than just the mundane, and that even dreaming of the impossible is a miracle in itself.
The third stanza talks about how a simple song can change everything. It can uplift your spirits, make everything seem okay, and make everything possible. It speaks of how even in silence, a lot can be said, similarly implying that miracles can happen in even the smallest moments of life.
Overall, the song is about how miracles are all around us, even in the most mundane or negative situations. It speaks about love being a miracle and how dreaming of more is a miracle in itself. Through the power of music, silence, and observation, miracles can be found in the everyday.
Line by Line Meaning
There are miracles before our very eyes
There are extraordinary occurrences happening all around us.
In reality's disguise, our shadow below us
These miracles are often hidden in plain sight, disguised as everyday occurrences.
And the stars up above
Even the stars in the sky can be seen as miraculous.
It's a miracle, my love, miracle, my love
This miracle is so great that it even brings love into the equation.
There are miracles appearing in broad daylight
These miracles can be seen even in the most mundane of situations.
To a cynical world so blind with both of us knowing
Even though the world may be pessimistic, both people in the relationship know that miracles exist.
There's so much to dream of
Miracles give us hope and inspire us to dream big.
How just a song appears in the night
Even something as simple as hearing a song can feel like a miracle.
And what was wrong seems to be right
Miracles can change our perspective, making us realize that what we thought was wrong was actually right all along.
There seems to be life
Miracles breathe new life into situations that seemed hopeless.
And all that was heavy seems to be light
Miracles can make burdens feel lighter, and give us a sense of ease and joy.
Here in this hand I hold, here in this band of gold
The miracle of love is represented by a wedding band, which symbolizes the strength and permanence of the relationship.
How even the silence seems to say more than enough
Sometimes in the midst of a miracle, silence says more than words ever could.
It's a miracle, my love, miracle, my love
This miracle is so wonderful that it bears repeating.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ron Sexsmith
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Eric Pickel
Keep going Ron ... you're a gift to songwriters everywhere!
Michael Thorner
Nice string arrangement. Looking forward to hearing the entire new album!
Jean Puhlman
Love this song
jackie b
Ron Sexsmith writes such wonderful songs. His work is a masterpiece. I am mesmerized by the pure beauty of Ron's voice. Ron Sexsmith i am hooked x
wisereyes
Today, September 1, 2017 is the first anniversary of the autologous stem cell transplant that helped save my wife's life. Amazingly and thankfully, one year later, she is still cancer free. She had been diagnosed with Diffuse Large B Cell Lymphoma, Stage IV, and now is in the category of cancer survivor.
I clearly remember posting "Miracles" by Ron Sexsmith on the morning that were getting ready to leave for my wife's first chemotherapy treatment.
I don't imagine that Ron envisioned that kind of application for "Miracles" when he wrote it, but whenever I hear the song, I know what it means to me.
Morag MT
Beautiful. Sending my thoughts and blessings to you. 🌷🌸❤️
maria martins
wisereyes the Lord makes miracles! Sooo happy with you story!
PS Craft
That's deep...
Anthony Riley
Another one of his many fabulous songs
Matthew Best
Perfection!