Beginning in 2002, she released two EPs prior to her full-length debut, If You Were for Me, in 2006. The album garnered her a nomination for best solo artist at the Canadian Folk Music Awards. She was also a winner in the 2007 Mountain Stage Newsong Contest, as well as winning best folk recording from both the Nova Scotia Music Awards and the PEI Music Awards, and Female Recording of the Year at the East Coast Music Awards in 2008.
She followed up with The Send Off in 2009. The Send Off was produced by Luke Doucet, and features guest musicians including Kathleen Edwards, Melissa McClelland, David Myles, Jenn Grant and Tom Wilson.
In 2012, Rose released We Have Made a Spark. The album has 9 tracks, including 2 bonus tracks. It was produced by Zachariah Hickman and engineered by Matt Malikowski, Sean Cahalin and Roni Pillischer. The album was released on her own label, Old Farm Pony Records, the same label that houses her last two albums The Send Off and Miles to go.
Cousins has also appeared as a guest musician on albums by Grant, Joel Plaskett, In-Flight Safety, Two Hours Traffic, Matt Mays, Catherine MacLellan, Jill Barber, Matt Epp, Old Man Luedecke, Ruth Minnikin, The Olympic Symphonium and Craig Cardiff, and has performed live with Royal Wood, Daniel Ledwell, Rose Polenzani, Anne Heaton and Laura Cortese.
Official website: www.rosecousins.com
Lost In The Valley
Rose Cousins Lyrics
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are you lost without me?
what's all this talk of losing anyway?
'cause the spring she is gaining
melts the snow that's remaining
and i watch winter go draining off in streams
and out of me
is she making you happy?
are you steady and ready to go?
'cause i have faith in your meaning
and i have faith in your dreaming
and i can feel when you're leaning
a little my way
a little my way
and i trust the cards will fall
if we carry on we'll crumble these walls
and birds will fly south and words from our mouths
and love from our hearts that we've felt from the start
are you lost in the valley?
'cause i'm still here in the city
and maybe that the way it's supposed to be
i know you hear me when i sing
and see the same nights falling
and feel the love that I'm sending
from far away
In "Lost in the Valley," Rose Cousins addresses a lover with whom she has recently parted ways. She begins with a series of questions, wondering if he is similarly lost without her. The notion of getting lost is reinforced by the metaphor of the valley, a place that can easily disorient travelers, and also by the repeated use of the verb "losing." In response, Cousins offers a message of hope for the future. She notes that the spring brings new growth, and she feels confident that everything will work out in the end.
Line by Line Meaning
are you lost in the valley?
Do you feel directionless and unsure of your path in life?
are you lost without me?
Are you struggling without my presence or guidance?
what's all this talk of losing anyway?
Why focus on what we could lose instead of what we have gained or will gain?
'cause the spring she is gaining
Because the season of growth and renewal is approaching.
melts the snow that's remaining
Causing the final remnants of winter to disappear.
and i watch winter go draining off in streams
I observe the winter season fading away.
and out of me
And along with it, any feelings of coldness or sadness that I may have experienced.
is she making you happy?
Are you content in your current relationship?
are you steady and ready to go?
Are you feeling confident and prepared for the future?
'cause i have faith in your meaning
I believe in your purpose and direction in life.
and i have faith in your dreaming
I trust in the aspirations and goals you have for yourself.
and i can feel when you're leaning
I can sense when you're in need of support or encouragement.
a little my way
And I am here to offer that support and encouragement.
and i trust the cards will fall
I believe that everything will work out in the end and fall into place.
if we carry on we'll crumble these walls
By persisting and continuing to fight for our relationship, we can break down any barriers or obstacles preventing our happiness.
and birds will fly south and words from our mouths
We will express our feelings and communicate openly, allowing for growth and progression in our relationship.
and love from our hearts that we've felt from the start
And despite any struggles, our love for each other will remain strong and enduring.
'cause i'm still here in the city
I am still living my life and pursuing my own dreams and goals despite any distance between us.
and maybe that the way it's supposed to be
Perhaps this is the way our lives are meant to unfold, with our own individual journeys and paths.
i know you hear me when i sing
I feel that my message and love translates through my music, even when we are apart.
and see the same nights falling
We share the same sky and experience the same days and nights, despite any distance between us.
and feel the love that I'm sending
And despite any physical separation, I hope you can feel the love and support that I am sending your way.
from far away
Even if we are not physically together, my love for you remains strong from a distance.
Contributed by Cole G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.