They moved from Cork, Ireland to Boston MA in 1999, and despite critically acclaimed albums and work with the likes of George Harrison, did not achieve commercial success.
The group disbanded in 2008.
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SPARKLE
Rubyhorse Lyrics
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A nice surprise
To see the twinkle returning to your eyes
I searched my head
For some old spark
Fell around the place, stumbling in the dark
And when I feel the skies will never clear
How you sparkle, how you shine
How you rise above the sky
And you rise, and you rise
Through the crowd
I catch your eye
Takes me back again, when we were getting high
I searched my head
For some old spark
Fell about the place, fumbling in the dark
And when I feel the skies will never clear
You remind me spring is near
How you sparkle, how you shine
How you rise above the sky
And you rise, and you rise
And nothing in this world could make me love you less
But shadows often leave perfection in a mess
Oh my love, oh my lord
Oh my love, oh my lord
How you sparkle, how you shine
How you rise above the sky
And you rise, and you rise
The lyrics to "Sparkle" by Rubyhorse speak to the revival of hope and inspiration. The opening lines convey the surprise of seeing that glimmer in someone's eyes, which can bring you back to the times when things were good. The singer searches his head for that same spark, the one that may have been lost in the darkness of life. But with the return of this twinkle, he is reminded that spring, a time of newness and growth, is near.
The chorus emphasizes the beauty and radiance of the person who is able to rise above the troubles of the world. The singer witnesses this person's resilience and strength as they push through the crowd and stand out with their shine. The repetition of "how you sparkle, how you shine" creates a sense of awe and admiration for this person's ability to rise above.
The bridge touches on the imperfections and shadows that can sometimes cloud even the most perfect of things, including love. However, the singer declares that nothing in the world could make him love this person less.
Overall, "Sparkle" is a song that celebrates the power of hope and inspiration, and the beauty of those who are able to rise above the troubles of the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Through the clouds
I am coming out of a difficult time and the sun is starting to shine through
A nice surprise
It's unexpected, but I'm glad to see a positive change in you
To see the twinkle returning to your eyes
Your eyes reflect your soul and I can see that you're feeling better
I searched my head
For some old spark
I'm trying to think of something that will bring back our good times together
Fell around the place, stumbling in the dark
I'm not sure what I'm looking for, but I'm hoping to stumble upon it
And when I feel the skies will never clear
You remind me spring is near
Even when things seem bleak, you give me hope that there is better weather ahead
How you sparkle, how you shine
How you rise above the sky
And you rise, and you rise
Through the crowd
You are like a shining star that stands out from the rest and keeps going higher
I catch your eye
Takes me back again, when we were getting high
Seeing you again brings back memories of when we were happy together
And nothing in this world could make me love you less
But shadows often leave perfection in a mess
I love you no matter what, but sometimes life's challenges make it hard to show it
Oh my love, oh my lord
You mean everything to me
How you sparkle, how you shine
How you rise above the sky
And you rise, and you rise
You are my inspiration and I know you will keep shining through any difficulty
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHAD ALAN GRACEY, CHAD DAVID TAYLOR, EDWARD JOEL KOWALCZYK, PATRICK DAHLHEIMER
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@Jessieheels77
One of my all time favourite songs. And one of Cork's favourite songs. I used to do DJ duties in the Idle Hour, and the place would go more bananas for this than for Mr Brightside or Sex On Fire combined. Cork has always produced some incredible frontmen (must be our second city superiority complex) and Dave is absolutely one of them, along with being a really soundie.
@lelle7149
So lucky to have worked with these lads in Boston. Great memories. Helped that I LOVED them!! ♥️♥️♥️
@starsandguitars2050
I love this band. You guys have great music.
@sarah-louiseodonovan5702
My wedding first dance song❤️
@shanarah
That concert in Reading was so good! You were so much fun! Love you guys!
@lyndsayshenkle8904
I met these gentlemen in Boston. At Flann O'Briens. They're not just excellent musicians, but also very kind people. They came to an art show of mine next door when they were in town, and that was pretty cool. (Of course, I went to their concerts when they were in town, so there.) Just kidding lads! I love you guys! Listen to you many days of the week and your songs never get old.
@emanuelfelipe902
Vine en agosto 2020 plena pandemia Covid-19 y viendo Smallville, es una muy buena canción 🙌
@JuliaChiara
Still watching Smallville, 20 years later since it first aired ❤️ Smallville is forever.
@cooluser4017
Smallville introduced me to a lot of good music
@user-du4cx6ij7x
❤ indie bands from the 90s