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A petite and beautiful siren, S.J. Tucker thrills her fans with a unique alternative-rock style, flavored with a dose of blues, a dash of celtic, a taste of punk, and even a hint of folk for good measure. Continuously touring the USA, either solo or with her band, Tricky Pixie, she astounds listeners with deft guitar work, original writing style, and crystal-clear vocals. Glowing reviews compare her music to the sound, style, and skill of Joni Mitchell, Ani Difranco, Tori Amos, and Jeff Buckley. Named "Queen of the Bards" by industry professionals, a candidate for OutMusic musician of the year for 2004, and a favorite amongst both Christian and Pagan fans, Tucker knows how to commit to her audience, independent of beliefs or sexual preference.
This rising star now has four full-length studio albums available in stores and online, including a compelling companion CD for Catherynne M. Valente's new book The Orphan's Tales. S.J. Tucker, "the little woman with the big voice" (Memphis Records), will make you think, laugh, dance, and be still by giving you songs to sink your teeth into. With this Skinny White Chick, what you see is only a petite cross-section of what you'll get, and what you hear is undeniably powerful.
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Heart Beat
S.J. Tucker Lyrics
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Bring your drum down to the fire
and watch the surface change.
Boundary illusions all shatter at your will
come midnight when the gates roll back
and the family goes still.
Ah, here we are in the midst of spirits dancing
Let your song continue and the imbas quell your fear
we flow with baited breath; round about the spiral go
when the Bards, my love, have spoken, you will know.
Spend the night, gold-throated changeling,
hard-headed angel
tonight we dance in open air
let the spiral take you. We'll be with you when you dare.
bring your heart for drumming
then journey on; handle with care.
See the magic embers fly
Listen in the twilight time
Ah, here we are in the midst of spirits dancing
Join the trybe in a waking dream.
Know your song continues; let its imbas quell your fear
unleashed about the spiral go
and when the questing bard inside you speaks
you will know.
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I keep shifting into Dragon at the most improper times
I keep hearing rushing water from another room.
There's a tingling all along my bones; I'm soaring in my mind,
fearing more my capture than my doom.
I am waiting for more lightning but would prefer just not to wait
let me ride a tradewind to it and come down some other day
I cannot stay.
Something missing here; parking lot full moon prayer
cut the circle down.
Make your own way.
Lightning will strike for you as many times as it has to.
Follow your own light.
The above lyrics are from S.J. Tucker's song Heart Beat. The song is full of imagery and metaphors that bring to life the magical and mystical experience of being in the midst of spirits dancing. The lyrics speak of the twilight time, where the boundaries of illusion shatter, and incantatory waves fill the air. The singer invites the listener to bring their drum down to the fire and watch the surface change. The experience is otherworldly, and the lyrics speak of being in a waking dream where the trybe joins in dancing. There's a sense of anticipation as the singer waits for the questing bard inside them to speak, leading them to an even deeper level of understanding.
The song speaks of transformation and the idea of being in tune with oneself. The character shifts into a dragon during inopportune times and hears rushing waters from another room, indicating a disconnection from their surroundings. But they are not afraid to allow their heart to drum and journey on, urging the listener to follow their own light and cut their own circle. The song is a call to be present, connect with spirits, and find one's inner voice. The lyrics are evocative, and the melody further reinforces the feelings of being transported to another world.
Line by Line Meaning
Come and listen in the twilight time, speak in incantory waves
Join us in the magical time between day and night, let your words be spellbinding.
Bring your drum down to the fire and watch the surface change.
Bring your drum and feel the vibrations of the fire change the energy around us.
Boundary illusions all shatter at your will come midnight when the gates roll back and the family goes still.
You have the power to release all limits and obstacles when everything is calm and the night is still.
Ah, here we are in the midst of spirits dancing Join the trybe in a waking dream.
We are surrounded by the dancing spirits, come join us in this dreamlike state.
Let your song continue and the imbas quell your fear we flow with baited breath; round about the spiral go when the Bards, my love, have spoken, you will know.
Keep singing and let the prophecy guide you. We'll follow closely, waiting for the moment when the Bards reveal the truth.
Spend the night, gold-throated changeling, hard-headed angel tonight we dance in open air let the spiral take you. We'll be with you when you dare. bring your heart for drumming then journey on; handle with care.
Stay with us, brave and strong. Tonight we'll dance under the open sky and let the spiraling energy guide us. We'll be by your side, but be careful on your personal journey.
See the magic embers fly Listen in the twilight time
Witness the enchanting sparks and listen to the silence of the dusk.
I keep shifting into Dragon at the most improper times I keep hearing rushing water from another room. There's a tingling all along my bones; I'm soaring in my mind, fearing more my capture than my doom.
I feel a powerful transformation within me but it comes at inconvenient times. I hear the sound of water when it's not there, and I'm afraid of being caught, not so much of danger.
I am waiting for more lightning but would prefer just not to wait let me ride a tradewind to it and come down some other day I cannot stay.
I want more excitement but don't want to wait for it, I want to soar on the wind and come back later. I can't stay here forever.
Something missing here; parking lot full moon prayer cut the circle down. Make your own way. Lightning will strike for you as many times as it has to. Follow your own light.
There's something off here, let's break away from the usual full moon rituals. Make your own path and the universe will guide you. Keep following your own intuition and you'll achieve greatness.
Contributed by Oliver E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.