In 2000, Sia signed to Sony Music's sub-label Dance Pool and released her second studio album, Healing Is Difficult, the following year. Displeased with the promotion of the record, she signed to Go! Beat and released her third studio album, Colour the Small One, in 2004. The project struggled to connect with a mainstream audience, and so Sia relocated to New York City in 2005 and began touring across the United States. She released her fourth and fifth studio releases, Some People Have Real Problems and We Are Born, in 2008 and 2010, respectively. She then took a hiatus from performing, during which she focused on songwriting for other artists. Her catalogue includes the successful collaborations "Titanium" (with David Guetta), "Diamonds" (with Rihanna) and "Wild Ones" (with Flo Rida).
In 2014, Sia released her sixth studio album 1000 Forms of Fear, which debuted at No 1 in the U.S. Billboard 200 and generated the top-ten breakthrough single "Chandelier" and a trilogy of music videos starring child dancer Maddie Ziegler. In 2016, she released her seventh studio album This Is Acting, which spawned her first Hot 100 number one single, "Cheap Thrills". The same year, Sia gave her Nostalgic for the Present Tour, which incorporated performance art elements. Sia has received an array of accolades, including ARIA Awards and an MTV Video Music Award.
Beautiful Things Can Happen
Sia Lyrics
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So hard to move in the flames of the night
I'm watching the dust as it falls
And it settles on my fate
There's no sound now, in the quiet
It's just me and my thoughts
And they scream out, saying nothing
And I'm bound, oh
My last penny, lover left me
Thought I'd died and ended up in hell
But the heat brings relief
Beautiful things can happen anywhere
Twisted by terror and my turmoil
Has taught me and the tide is now turned
In this situation, my liberation
Has followed me softly
There's no sound now, in the quiet
It's just me and my thoughts
And they scream out, saying nothing
And I'm bound, oh
My last penny, lover left me
Thought I'd died and ended up in hell
But the heat brings relief
Beautiful things can happen anywhere
My last penny, lover left me
Thought I'd died and ended up in hell
But the heat brings relief
Beautiful things can happen anywhere
They can happen anywhere
They can happen anywhere
The lyrics of Sia's song "Beautiful Things Can Happen" describe the transformative power of difficult experiences. The imagery of fire used in the first verse suggests a moment of crisis, where the singer isn't sure if they will "fall or fly". The flames are all-consuming, making it hard to navigate the situation. Yet, in the second verse, the singer finds peace in the silence, and begins to realize that their past experiences have taught them valuable lessons. The line "twisted by terror and my turmoil" acknowledges the difficulty of the past, but also highlights that it has led to growth and liberation. The chorus emphasizes the idea that beautiful things can happen anywhere, even in the midst of hardship and pain.
Overall, the song is a testament to resilience and the power of self-reflection. Sia's vocals are haunting and emotional, matching the intensity of the lyrics. The repetition of "my last penny, lover left me" suggests a painful past and a sense of being stuck. However, the final line of the chorus - "they can happen anywhere" - is a reminder that hope exists everywhere, no matter how bleak things may seem.
Line by Line Meaning
In the fire I lie, do I fall, do I fly?
I'm stuck in a difficult situation, unsure if I'll make it or if I'll fall apart.
So hard to move in the flames of the night
It feels impossible to escape from the troubles I'm facing.
I'm watching the dust as it falls
I'm watching life pass me by.
And it settles on my fate
The choices I make determine the outcome of my life.
There's no sound now, in the quiet
Everything around me is silent and still.
It's just me and my thoughts
My mind is the only thing keeping me company.
And they scream out, saying nothing
My thoughts are loud and chaotic, but they don't offer any help or comfort.
And I'm bound, oh
I'm feeling trapped and helpless.
My last penny, lover left me
I've hit rock bottom and lost everything I once had.
Thought I'd died and ended up in hell
I'm going through a hellish experience, feeling like I've lost everything.
But the heat brings relief
Even the toughest situations can bring eventual ease.
Beautiful things can happen anywhere
Hope and beauty can be found in the most unexpected places.
Twisted by terror and my turmoil
I've been affected by fear and anxiety from my struggles.
Has taught me and the tide is now turned
I've learned from my experiences and things are starting to change for the better.
In this situation, my liberation
I'm starting to feel free from my past troubles.
Has followed me softly
Freedom came slowly, but surely.
They can happen anywhere
Beauty and hope can arise from any situation or place.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Matt Corby, Sia Furler
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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✨ Lyrics ✨
In a fire, I lie
Do I fall, do I fly?
So hard to move in the flames of the night
I'm watching the dust as it falls and it settles on my fate
There's no sound now, in the quiet
It's just me and my thoughts
And they scream out, saying nothing
And I'm bound, oh
My last penny, lover left me
Thought I'd die and ended up in Hell
But the heat brings relief
Beautiful things can happen anywhere
Twisted by terror
All my turmoil has taught me in a tide is now turned
And the situation, my elaboration has followed me softly
There's no sound now, in the quiet
It's just me and my thoughts
And they scream out, saying nothing
And I'm bound, oh
My last penny, lover left me
Thought I'd die and ended up in Hell
But the heat brings relief
Beautiful things can happen anywhere
My last penny, lover left me
Thought I'd die and ended up in Hell
But the heat brings relief
Beautiful things can happen anywhere
They can happen anywhere
They can happen anywhere
thanks Sia, your voice is a remedy
Nahuel Constantino
Sia is one of those singers who feel the music and, as she sings, you can feel her emotions through her voice. It's quite unique.
H H.H
Exactly. that's why I'm crazy about her songs
MarcusTennebekk
@Nikita's Library she sings while doing sign language in «soon we’ll be found» live. Multiple times. And i think thats even more difficult. But anyways, she’s incredible
M MCD
Sia is a living legend and she will always be remembered as not only a legendary song writer but the greatest singer to ever exist ❤
Donald Sacramento
Essa mulher é a perfeição em pessoa. Te amo, Sia ❤
Kamila
Thus song is absolutely stunning!!!!!!!!! It's giving me Sia's older music vibes....and i ' m so here for it!!!
Steve Trimingham
How does sia do it !!!? Music is a tour de force of brilliant tracks.
HaDii's Taste
Sia really knows how to sing with her heart ❤️
Fouelefack Yvanove
You are every where in the comments 😂💙
Ryan O Sullivan
Yes!!!