Flowers
The Base Lyrics
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I whistle down the wind
Carry on smiling
And the world will smile with you
"Life is a flower
So precious in your hand
Carry on smiling
And the world will smile with you
When every race is run
And the day is closing in
I don't care about the world
I'm living for the light
Don't cry for me today' ah ah ah
We live in a free world
I whistle down the wind
I can not be your judge
Mr. Jailer is your host
He's keeping you inside
And hides you from the world
No catcher in the rye
Can help you from yourself
We live in a free world
I whistle down the wind
Please Mr. Agony
Release them for a while
"earn them the consequences of
Living without life
We live in a free world
"Flowers" by The Base is a song that speaks about living in a free world where one can be happy and smiling. The lyrics also talk about the value of life and the importance of cherishing it. The message of the song is that we must stay positive and happy in life, despite the challenges we face. The chorus "Life is a flower, so precious in your hand, carry on smiling and the world will smile with you," emphasizes this message of staying positive and cheerful. The song encourages us to make the most of our time, to seek the good in everything, and to carry on, despite life's obstacles.
The second verse highlights how we can find ourselves trapped by people or circumstances that limit our freedom. The reference to Mr. Jailer is an allusion to being imprisoned or kept away from the rest of the world. However, the song encourages us to maintain our freedom and happiness despite such challenges. The line "no catcher in the rye can help you from yourself" is a reference to J.D Salinger's classic novel about the difficulties of protecting others from harm.
Overall, the song is a uplifting reminder that life is a precious gift, and that by staying positive and free-spirited, we can overcome any obstacles that come our way.
Line by Line Meaning
We live in a free world
We live in a society where we have the freedom to do what we want.
I whistle down the wind
I am carefree and enjoying my freedom.
Carry on smiling
Keep a positive attitude and spread happiness.
And the world will smile with you
If you are happy, it will spread to others and create a positive environment.
"Life is a flower
Life is a beautiful and precious thing.
So precious in your hand
We must cherish and appreciate life.
When every race is run
When our time on this earth is coming to a close.
And the day is closing in
As we near the end of our lives.
I don't care about the world
I am not concerned with the things of this world.
I'm living for the light
I am living for a higher purpose, beyond this world.
Don't cry for me today' ah ah ah
Don't feel sad for me as I approach the end of my life.
I can not be your judge
I cannot pass judgement on you.
Mr. Jailer is your host
You are imprisoned by your own mind and thoughts.
He's keeping you inside
You are held captive by your own negative thoughts and feelings.
And hides you from the world
You are preventing yourself from experiencing the world by staying caught up in your own negativity.
No catcher in the rye
No one can save you from your own negative thoughts and feelings, you must do it yourself.
Can help you from yourself
Only you can change your own mindset and overcome negativity.
Please Mr. Agony
A plea for relief from pain and suffering.
Release them for a while
Allow people to break free from their own negative thoughts and feelings for a period of time.
"Earning them the consequences of
Providing an opportunity for people to learn and grow from their experiences.
Living without life
Living in a negative state that prevents them from truly experiencing life.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JONAS BERGGREN
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