… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two bands named Secret Garden or Secret Gardens.
(1) Secret Garden is an Irish-Norwegian duo playing New Instrumental Music, also understood by some as Neo-classical music.
It features the Irish violinist Fionnuala Sherry and the Norwegian composer/pianist Rolf Løvland. Secret Garden has sold over 3 million albums and won the Eurovision Song Contest for Norway in 1995, with the composition Nocturne. It was the first and only time to date that a predominantly instrumental piece has won the Eurovision Song Contest, although a few Norwegian language lyrics were included to ensure that the entry adhered to the contest's rules. In addition Rolf Løvland also co-wrote the song La det swinge (Let it swing) that secured Norway its first Eurovision Song Contest victory in 1985.
Their success at Eurovision spearheaded the success of their first album Songs from a Secret Garden. It sold a million copies around the world going platinum in Norway and Korea, gold in Ireland, Hong Kong and New Zealand and spending two years in the Billboard New Age charts in 1996 and 1997. Barbara Streisand adapted Heartstrings from this album as the song I've Dreamed Of You on her A Love Like Ours album. She also used Heartstrings in her wedding to James Brolin.
The album White Stones followed in 1997 also making the top ten on Billboard New Age charts. Dawn of a New Century in 1999, Dreamcatcher in 2001 and Once In a Red Moon also enjoyed success around the world including reaching top ten on the Billboard.
Their most famous song You Raise Me Up, performed by Brian Kennedy has been recorded by more than a hundred other artists including Josh Groban and Westlife.
Secret Garden has released a Dreamcatcher: Best Of for its tour through Australia and New Zealand in 2004. It reached the top of the Australian New Age charts and the ARIA top 50 album charts.
Rolf Løvland won the price of years line-price in Spellemann 2007. In that same year, the album Inside I'm Singing was released.
Their official site can be found at www.secretgarden.no
Secret Garden's albums (in chronological order):
Songs from a Secret Garden (1996)
White stones (1997)
Dawn of a New Century (1999)
Dreamcatcher (2001)
Once in a Red Moon (2002)
Dreamcatcher: Best Of (2004, Australia)
Earthsongs (2005)
Inside I'm Singing (2007)
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(2) Secret Gardens is a post-rock band based out of New York and led by Greg Almeida. They have released two full-length albums, Tundra (2021) and their most recent release, everbloom (2022). Their debut EP, Verão, was released in 2019.
Verão (2019)
Tundra (2021)
everbloom (2022)
Greg Almeida has described these albums as part of an ongoing series of four planned records sonically representing the seasons. The latest, everbloom, is the spring installment in this series and features guest vocals from Andrew Wells (Eidola).
You Raise Me Up
Secret Garden Lyrics
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When troubles come and my heart burdened be
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence
Until you come and sit awhile with me
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up To more than I can be
There is no life no life without its hunger
Each restless heart beats so imperfectly
But when you come and I am filled with wonder
Sometimes, I think I glimpse eternity
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up To more than I can be
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up To more than I can be
The lyrics of Secret Garden’s song “You Raise Me Up” express the idea of relying on someone else’s support and strength to overcome difficult situations. The first verse sets the scene of the singer being down and feeling weary, while the second one highlights the importance of waiting in the silence until someone else comes along to sit with us. The chorus repetitively stresses the idea of being raised up, both metaphorically and physically. This action of raising, which is associated with overcoming obstacles, is repeated several times to emphasize how the singer is empowered by their supporter to stand on mountains, walk on stormy seas, and be strong. The second verse introduces the theme of imperfection, as every restless heart has its hunger, but when the singer’s supporter is around, they feel filled with wonder and a sense of eternity.
The lyrics of “You Raise Me Up” convey a powerful message of hope, support, and inspiration. The singer feels empowered to achieve more than they would have without their supporter. The song is a testament to the idea that when we are faced with challenges, we are not alone, and there is always someone who can help us overcome them.
Line by Line Meaning
When I am down and, oh my soul, so weary
When I am feeling low and depleted in energy and spirit.
When troubles come and my heart burdened be
When problems and difficulties arise, and my heart is weighed down with the burden of worry and stress.
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence
I become calm and wait patiently in the quietness and stillness.
Until you come and sit awhile with me
Until that special someone arrives and spends time with me.
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You inspire and motivate me to achieve great things and rise to the top.
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
You give me the courage and strength to endure difficult and challenging situations.
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
I feel powerful and capable when I have your support and guidance.
You raise me up To more than I can be
You encourage me to exceed my limitations and reach my full potential.
There is no life no life without its hunger
Life is incomplete without desires and ambitions.
Each restless heart beats so imperfectly
We all have flaws and imperfections, and yet we still strive for greatness.
But when you come and I am filled with wonder
But when that special someone is present, I am filled with amazement and awe.
Sometimes, I think I glimpse eternity
At times, I feel as though I catch a glimpse of something eternal and transcendent.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Brendan Graham, Rolf Lovland
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bibink2402
Who is listening to this original masterpiece in 2021. Well, I am !!
@nayhlaing5713
I do
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here
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presente
@JuanPerez-rp3cm
y yo
@Shiroi_Tora_Ch
Still listening 👍
@tamchappell8898
One of my cousins favourite songs, who passed away yesterday after a long battle with cancer. She fought every day. Until god said it was enough pain for one person, gave her wings, and she flew away 😭🥺
@misplacedsouthern1236
My sincere condolences for your loss. You must’ve been close with her. I can hear the love and grief in your words. She’s with Our Father where she’s now safe from pain and sorrow. I’ve found comfort in that knowledge over the years. I too, lost a special Child of GOD, who like your dear, sweet cousin, was also in great pain and suffering. They’re free now and at peace for eternity. The World we know isn’t a kind place but where they are, it’s bliss. Love in Christ 🙏
@80snewromatic
I'm sorry about your cousin. Stay strong!
@AlanMcPike
the breathtaking voice of Brian Kennedy makes the original version the definitive one.