Mother Earth
Sharon Burch Lyrics
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Wishing your life into mine
Why am I confined so high
In this costume that makes me cry
I sit here praying that my dream
Will come and save me from this scene
I hope that there will be a day
where I could join you straight away
Help me follow life wherever it goes
Life, life
Help me follow life wherever it goes
I'm living in a world of dreams
Help me follow life wherever it goes
I'm sitting, waiting for a means
Help me follow life wherever it goes
One day, I was wondering who I'd be
In your luscious greens and deep blue sea
We were running through the land
Playing games and holding hands
My ears are full of brand new sounds
My head is spinning round and round
The wind, it conjures all its scents
For this Earth, I'm really meant
Life, life
Help me follow life wherever it goes
Life, life
Help me follow life wherever it goes
I'm living in a world of dreams
Help me follow life wherever it goes
I'm sitting, waiting for a means
Help me follow life wherever it goes
Life, life
Help me follow life wherever it goes
Life, life
Help me follow life wherever it goes
Help me follow life wherever it goes
Help me follow life wherever it goes
The lyrics to Sharon Burch's song, "Mother Earth," speak to the human experience of feeling confined and disconnected from nature. The singer longs to escape their current reality and join the natural world, represented by "luscious greens and deep blue sea." The idea of conforming to societal expectations, represented by the "costume that makes me cry," is contrasted against the freedom and joy found in nature. The repetition of "Help me follow life wherever it goes" emphasizes the singer's desire to break free from their constraints and live in harmony with the earth.
The imagery in the song paints a vivid picture of the beauty and wonder of nature, from the brand new sounds to the conjured scents. The longing to experience these sensations is palpable, as the singer sits and waits for a means to escape. The song can be interpreted as a call to reconnect with the natural world, to shed the constructs of society and embrace the freedom and beauty that can be found in nature. It is a reminder to listen to the earth and follow where it leads.
Line by Line Meaning
One day looking down on sunny skies
I am daydreaming about a world below me with infinite possibilities.
Wishing your life into mine
I am yearning to experience the freedom and beauty of the earth below.
Why am I confined so high
I am questioning why I am limited to this one perspective and cannot explore new horizons.
In this costume that makes me cry
I am trapped inside a suit that blocks my senses and emotions, causing me to feel isolated and sad.
I sit here praying that my dream
I am hoping and pleading for my desires and aspirations to become a reality.
Will come and save me from this scene
I am waiting for a breakthrough to rescue me from my current situation and allow me to live fully.
I hope that there will be a day
I am optimistic that one day I will be able to break free and pursue my dreams.
Where I could join you straight away
I wish to join the world below instantly, without any more delays or obstacles.
Life, life
Help me follow life wherever it goes
Life, life
Help me follow life wherever it goes
I'm living in a world of dreams
Help me follow life wherever it goes
I'm sitting, waiting for a means
Help me follow life wherever it goes
I am asking for guidance and the strength to follow the path of life, wherever it may lead me.
One day, I was wondering who I'd be
In your luscious greens and deep blue sea
I am imagining myself as a part of the vibrant and beautiful natural world below me.
We were running through the land
Playing games and holding hands
I am envisioning myself frolicking with others in the freedom and joy of the earth below.
My ears are full of brand new sounds
My head is spinning round and round
I am overwhelmed by the new and exciting experiences awaiting me in the world below, which fills me with excitement and wonder.
The wind, it conjures all its scents
For this Earth, I'm really meant
I feel a deep connection to the natural world and believe that it is my true purpose to explore and enjoy it.
Help me follow life wherever it goes
I repeat my plea for guidance and strength to follow the path of life, trusting in the journey and its unknown outcomes.
Contributed by Christian C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Mother Earth – Nahasdzáán Nihimá
Heiyee’ t’áá ałtso baa hózhǫ́ǫgo.
Heiyee’ t’áá ałtso baa hózhǫ́ǫgo.
Heineiyaa.
Nahasdzáán bii’ sézį́,
Nahasdzáán bikee’ shikee’.
Nahasdzáán bijáád shijáád.
Nahasdzáán bidziil shidziil.
Nahasdzáán bigaan shigaan.
Nahasdzáán bináá’ hólǫ́, shináá’ hólǫ́.
2x
Nahasdzáán binitsékees shinitsékees.
Heiyee’ everything brings happiness.
Heiyee’ everything brings happiness.
Heineiyaa.
I am part of Mother Earth.
Mother Earth’s feet are my feet.
Mother Earth’s legs are my legs.
Mother Earth’s strength is my strength.
Mother Earth’s arms are my arms.
Mother Earth’s has a vision, I have a vision.
I am part of Mother Earth.
Mother Earth’s feet are my feet.
Mother Earth’s legs are my legs.
Mother Earth’s strength is my strength.
Mother Earth’s arms are my arms.
Mother Earth’s consciousness is my consciousness.
@JoeyEff
I LOVE THIS song for almost 20 years!!
@silagosky6720
I Did a hand motion with this song 12 years ago for a princess pageant & i won 🎶 ❤️ it sure brings back memories ....
@nativepassion1134
this song brought the biggest smile to my face. i grew up on your songs. thankyou for all the beautiful songs!!!
@epicycles700
I love Sharon's musical sensibility. So sweet and heartfelt.
@EdwardPCampbell
A beautiful and instantly captivating voice like Alanis Morissette. I bought this album for my love on the basis of the first opening bars. She encapsulates the wild and untamable spirit which has characterised the Native American nations. I wish her every success and joy for the future. Truly a name which should be better known. What a wonderful find on the 'Spiritpass' CD web site.
@damesydneyleatherworksprie9136
Your voice has grown as has your talent. So proud of you my old friend.
@moonharp
All Sharon's albums are beautiful, and shed includes translations.
@fuckgordon
thank you so much for posting this...My dad had a tape of Yazzie Girl in the 90's and it was played non-stop in our car.
@JoeyEff
I love this!!!
I would love to know the meaning!
I learned this almost 40 years ago
@hcabelm
A very beautiful voice. Recently I often listened to songs performed by singers of the Sami (people living in the northern parts of Norway, Sweden and Finland). There seem to be strong similarities, although Navajo and Sami live very far apart from each other.