She is known for the emotional sound of her ballads. Some of her most popular songs include "Angel", "Building a Mystery", "Adia", "Possession", "Fallen", "I Will Remember You", and "World on Fire". Her best-selling album to date is Surfacing, for which she won two Grammy Awards and four Juno Awards.
Her first album Touch was released in September 28, 1988, recorded in 1987-1988, Vancouver, Canada. The album received both critical and commercial success and included the hit song Vox. During this period she co-operated with Tom Ferris and Dean Russel of Moev, who discovered her as a singer. She contributed backing vocals their 1990 album Head Down and embarked on her first national concert tour as an opening act for The Grapes Of Wrath, another Tom Ferris's band.
Her second album Solace (1991) was a real breakthrough in Canada, spawning the hit singles The Path of Thorns (Terms) and Into the Fire and being certified double platinum for sales of 200,000 copies in Canada.
In 1994 her third album Fumbling Towards Ecstasy quietly became Sarah's international breakthrough, scaling the charts in a number of countries. In the United States, the album was a steady seller that stayed in the middle ranges of the pop charts for almost two years.
Sarah's fourth album Surfacing, released in 1997, brought her international success, selling over 11 million copies worldwide. Still in the spotlight from the album, Sarah launched the highly popular Lilith Fair tour, which helped launch the careers of several well-known female artists.
Her next record Afterglow came out in 2003; it contained the singles Fallen, Stupid, and World On Fire. It was her first album of new material in six years. Sarah took a few years furlough to start a family with her husband and drummer, Ashwin Sood.
Her Holiday album Wintersong came out in October 2006. The album consists of eleven new recordings of well known Christmas songs as well as seasonal favorites interpreted by Sarah. The title track Wintersong is an original work of Sarah.
McLachlan's first studio album of original material in seven years, Laws of Illusion, was released on June 15, 2010. It features 10 new songs in addition to the previously released tracks "U Want Me 2" and "Don't Give Up on Us. The first single Loving You Is Easy was released on April 23, 2010. It was followed by Forgiveness, released on June 30, 2010.
Beautiful Girl
Sarah McLachlan Lyrics
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It will get better
Each and every drought
Ends in the river
If I were a diviner, you'd be awash in rain to cool your fire
Oh to cool your fire
But I'll tie it back for now
And when the bitter breeze carries a trace of fear
We'll persevere some how
We're gonna push on through, pretty girl
Just like we always do, beautiful girl
I know the world can be cruel, pretty girl
You're gonna make it 'cause you've got love on your side
The truth of letting go
Lies in the answer
That when the storm subsides
I'll still be there to hold you
There's beauty in your violence,
And the dissonant melody I
Hear you sing
Oh I love to hear you sing
There could be winds of change in my auburn hair
But I'll tie it back for now
And when the bitter breeze carries a trace of fear
We'll persevere somehow
We're gonna push on through, pretty girl
Just like we always do, beautiful girl
I know the world can be cruel, pretty girl
You're gonna make it 'cause you got love on your side
Pretty girl
One thing that I know
Is it will get better
The lyrics of Beautiful Girl by Sarah McLachlan encourage and console a woman who is experiencing difficulties in her life, as reflected in the repeated mantras of "We're gonna push on through, pretty girl / Just like we always do, beautiful girl / You're gonna make it 'cause you've got love on your side". The first verse illustrates the concept of endurance, that every drought ends in the river, suggesting that every rough patch we go through is temporary and that things will get better. The second verse acknowledges the possibility of challenges and changes, as represented by the "winds of change" concept, but reassures the addressee that they can still persevere through the bitter gusts of fear with their inner strength and resilience.
The chorus is where the title of the song comes in, depicting the woman as "pretty" and "beautiful", terms of endearment that express admiration and value. The line "I know the world can be cruel" acknowledges the reality that life can be rough, but counters that with the hopeful message that love can conquer all. The final verse brings in the idea of holding on to someone who loves you, that even when storms come and go, you can find solace and stability in their presence. The line "There's beauty in your violence" is a bit unexpected but adds a layer of complexity to the message, that even in the midst of struggles, there is something compelling and captivating in the person's inner world.
Overall, Beautiful Girl is a comforting anthem that celebrates the perseverance and beauty of women who are facing adversity. It inspires the listener to weather the storms and hold on to love, knowing that better times are ahead.
Line by Line Meaning
One thing that I know
I know that things will improve
It will get better
The situation will improve with time
Each and every drought
Every difficult time
Ends in the river
Will eventually pass and come to an end
If I were a diviner, you'd be awash in rain to cool your fire
If I had the power to predict and control the weather, I would help you in your time of need and ease your troubles
Oh to cool your fire
To soothe and calm your emotions
There could be winds of change in my auburn hair
There may be changes in my life
But I'll tie it back for now
For the time being, I'll keep it under control
And when the bitter breeze carries a trace of fear
When I feel afraid or threatened
We'll persevere somehow
We'll find a way to move forward and overcome the difficulties
We're gonna push on through, pretty girl
We will persist and move forward no matter what
Just like we always do, beautiful girl
We have faced challenges before and overcome them, so we will do it again
I know the world can be cruel, pretty girl
The world can be harsh and unforgiving, but we will not be defeated
You're gonna make it 'cause you've got love on your side
With love and support, you will be able to overcome any obstacle
The truth of letting go
The key to moving forward
Lies in the answer
Is found in facing the truth
That when the storm subsides
After the crisis passes
I'll still be there to hold you
I'll be there to support and comfort you
There's beauty in your violence
Even in your struggles and pain, there is something beautiful about you
And the dissonant melody I hear you sing
Even when you're struggling, the sound you make is still beautiful
Oh I love to hear you sing
I love to hear your voice no matter what
Pretty girl
Term of endearment for the person being addressed
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Thomas Luke Doucet, Sarah Ann Mclachlan
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Jaded Hart
on In The Arms Of The Angels
This will surely make you cry! Everyone can identify with this song! Hear it you won't regret it. And maybe you'll remember!