In April 2006 Terra Naomi was part of a 100-piece choir who recorded for Neil Young's album Living With War. This was an influential experience for her, inspiring the song Something Good To Show You which has become the title for a "pro-humanity", anti-war project hoping to unite people with similar visions and helping them to make a difference to the way we live.
Terra Naomi interacts closely with her fans, making use of the Internet - her blog gives an insight into her life and shares her passionate views on some issues.
Terra has begun to venture out of the US and has performed in London at 'The Borderline', and 'Troubadour'. She returned to the UK once again at the end of October 2006 to perform in London and at the 'In The City' festival in Manchester. This accompanied the release of her album 'Virtually', featuring both acoustic and full band songs. The CD ran out of it's first 2,000 print run in only eight days via Internet sales, and went to reprint, ultimately selling 6,000 copies before being withdrawn in December 2006. In the fall of that year, Terra Naomi announced that she was signed to a UK-based music publisher, Universal Music. At the end of December 2006, it was further announced that she has been signed to Island Records, a Universal Music label. Terra Naomi announced that she is to temporarily relocate to the UK for an undisclosed period. She sold out her last Los Angeles performance "for a while" at the Coach House, on 7th January 2007, and now she is living in London.
Terra wrote 'Clean' -- a song for the soundtrack of the upcoming film 'Sherry Baby' released in 2006 (in the album, but not in the movie). The soundtrack CD was released in September 2006.
She co-wrote "The Moment" for the soundtrack of the film 'Because I Said So', released in April 24th, 2007.
Terra has continued to contribute videos to her YouTube page, including clips from her second London trip, and most notably a new "official video" of Say it's Possible, released to coincide with the New Year, and featuring numerous video clips solicited from her worldwide fan base, expressing their aspirations for the year. This was "featured" by YouTube, and quickly reached many of the top categories for which it was eligible.
In December 2006 Terra announced on her message board that she had been signed up to Island Records. Her first single, "Say it's Possible", was released on June 11th, and her album, "Under The Influence" was released in August 27, 2007.
On July 7, 2007 Terra performed in Wembley Stadium as part of Live Earth, singing "Say It's Possible".
Terra is currently recording her follow up album to "Under The Influence" in the US.
Say It's Possible
Terra Naomi Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
The stars are burning through this changing time
It could have been anything we want
It's fine, salvation was just a passing thought
It was just a passing thought
Don't wait, act now
This amazing offer won't last long
I know there are more exciting things to talk about
And in time we'll sort it out
And in time we'll sort it out
And though they say it's possible
To me, I don't see how it's probable
I see the course we're on spinning farther from what I know
I'll hold on
Tell me that you won't let go
Tell me that you won't let go
And the truth is such a funny thing
With all these people
Keep on telling me
They know what's best
And what to be frightened of
And all the rest are wrong
They know nothing about us
They know nothing about us
And though they say it's possible
To me, I don't see how it's probable
I see the course we're on spinning farther from what I know
I'll hold on
Tell me that you won't let go
Tell me that you won't let go
I'm not alright
And though they say it's possible
To me, I don't see how it's probable
I see the course we're on spinning farther from what I know
I'll hold on
Tell me that you won't let go
And though they say it's possible
To me, I don't see how it's probable
I see the course we're on spinning farther from what I know
I'll hold on
Tell me that you won't let go
Tell me that you won't let go
This could be something beautiful
Combine our love into something wonderful
But times are tough I know
And the pull of what we can't give up takes hold
Terra Naomi's "Say It's Possible" is a song that expresses skepticism about the idea that positive change is possible in the world, despite the fact that others say it is. The song begins with Naomi observing the changing world and recognizing that it could have been anything, but ultimately she doubts that salvation will come from these changes. She urges action in the present because there is only a limited time frame to make a difference, though she recognizes that it may take time to sort out the most pressing issues.
Naomi expresses her doubt that positive change is probable, despite the fact that others say it is, and she sees the course of the world moving farther away from what she knows. However, she is willing to hold on to hope and asks for a promise that her loved one will not let go. Naomi depicts the truth as elusive because "all these people keep on telling me / They know what's best / And what to be frightened of / And all the rest are wrong," leaving her feeling misunderstood and unsupported.
The song's concluding verse has a positive outlook as Naomi suggests that the combination of love can be used for something wonderful, even though times are tough and there is a pull towards what cannot be given up.
Line by Line Meaning
I see the lights are turning and I look outside
I notice that the world around me is changing
The stars are burning through this changing time
Even in the midst of change, there is beauty to be found
It could have been anything we want
We have the power to shape our destiny and pursue our dreams
It's fine, salvation was just a passing thought
We should not limit ourselves to one idea of what will save us, as there are many paths forward
It was just a passing thought
We should not become too attached to one idea, but remain open to new possibilities
Don't wait, act now
We must take action in the present moment to make change happen
This amazing offer won't last long
Opportunities to make a difference may not come around again
It's only a chance to pave the path we're on
We have the chance to shape the future and create a better world
I know there are more exciting things to talk about
There may be distractions or obstacles that prevent us from focusing on important issues
And in time we'll sort it out
Given time and perseverance, we will find solutions to our problems
And though they say it's possible
Despite what others may claim, change is not guaranteed
To me, I don't see how it's probable
In the face of uncertainty, we must remain grounded and realistic
I see the course we're on spinning farther from what I know
The world can be unpredictable, and it can be difficult to anticipate what will happen next
I'll hold on
Even in the face of doubt, we must not give up hope
Tell me that you won't let go
We must support each other and work together to create change
And the truth is such a funny thing
Sometimes the truth can be elusive, or open to interpretation
With all these people
There are many voices and opinions to consider
Keep on telling me
Others may offer advice or guidance, but ultimately we must make our own choices
They know what's best
People may have good intentions, but only we know what is truly best for ourselves
And what to be frightened of
Others may try to instill fear in us, but we must not let it control us
And all the rest are wrong
Despite what others may say, there is no one right answer or way to live our lives
They know nothing about us
Others cannot fully understand our experiences and perspectives
I'm not alright
Sometimes it may feel like the world is falling apart, but we must not give up hope
This could be something beautiful
With effort and perseverance, change can be transformational
Combine our love into something wonderful
We can work together and support each other to create positive change
But times are tough I know
We must acknowledge the challenges and obstacles that we face
And the pull of what we can't give up takes hold
We must resist the temptation to give up or become complacent, even when the path forward is difficult
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: TERRA NAOMI ENGLEBARDT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Sharivari
I got my first guitar because of you. Now 15 years later this is still the only song I am able to play 😄
Sharivari
@Beach City Bum That crazy! I would have never expected to meet a follower in the comment section of this video 😄
Beach City Bum
This is so hilarious. I came back to see this video after many years only to see a very familiar name... I am an avid pool player and follow you. Love your videos!
Infernal Pleb
It's a very beautiful but simple song to play. It wasn't the first I learned but its one of the few.
Louise W
haha omg same I try to learn other things and I'm like NOPE say it's possible
Nikolas M.
Somewhere out there it's still 2006 and Terra Naomi forever sits in a darkened room in her home, sending out her haunting voice into the future, asking us not to let go...
sande1212
that was Poetic! this is the first video I ever saved in my favourites 16 years ago ...
Star Sailoress
Just had a memory of listening to this song back when it was new. It's still so beautiful. Good work, girl.
Terra Naomi
Thanks for continuing to listen!! ♥️♥️♥️
Marina
There was a time in 2007 where this song was all that I listened to, until even my parents knew all the words to this. Lost sight of it for a while, and now I feel like I'm reconnecting with an old friend. I knew all the words without thinking about them. Shout out to my teenage self for occasionally picking up musical jewels like this.