According to their Myspace Profile "Greg and Inara met a few years ago. Discovered a common love of jazz standards...nerded out for a couple of hours playing every song they knew...and then wrote and recorded a record together."
Spark
The Bird and the Bee Lyrics
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I opened my eyes when there is light to see if I'm closer
What if I stopped just for a while to make it go slower
Still half the night, just for a while to see if I'm finer, live like I'm finer
Tell me a tale, something with fire to break from the sorrows
To break through the dirt, piles of earth, to see where the sun goes
What if I stopped just for a while to see if I'm closer
I heard a spark, something that glowed hundred feet higher
I opened my eyes when there is light to see if I'm closer
What if I stopped just for a while to see where the sun goes
Still half the night, just for a while to see if I'm finer, live like I'm finer
The lyrics to The Bird and the Bee's song "Spark" create an atmosphere of reflection and contemplation. The singer is searching for something, a spark or a light, that stands out in the darkness. They express a desire to slow down, take a breath, and appreciate the beauty around them. They yearn for a story that can break them free from the sorrows and burdens of life. The repeated line "just for a while" suggests that the singer is willing to pause their hectic life to find meaning and direction.
The chorus repeats the idea of a spark, something that illuminates the singer's path and brings clarity to their thoughts. The spark is a symbol of hope and inspiration, a guide through the unknown. The singer ponders how they can stay close to this light, even during difficult times. They want to live their life with purpose and intention, rather than letting it pass them by.
Overall, "Spark" is a song that encourages the listener to take a step back, observe the world around them, and find their own spark - whatever that may be. It's a reminder to slow down and appreciate the beauty in life, even when things seem overwhelming.
Line by Line Meaning
I heard a spark, something that glowed hundred feet higher
I was drawn to a bright light that seemed to be above me.
I opened my eyes when there is light to see if I'm closer
I woke up when the light got brighter to try and figure out where it was coming from.
What if I stopped just for a while to make it go slower
I wonder if I could slow down time and enjoy the moment more.
Still half the night, just for a while to see if I'm finer, live like I'm finer
I want to take advantage of the night and live my life to the fullest.
Tell me a tale, something with fire to break from the sorrows
I want to hear a story that will inspire me and help me overcome my troubles.
To break through the dirt, piles of earth, to see where the sun goes
I want to break free from my problems and explore the world to find my purpose.
What if I stopped just for a while to see if I'm closer
I wonder if I could take a break and see things from a different perspective.
Still half the night, just for a while to see where the sun goes, oh, oh, oh
I want to stay up and see where the night takes me.
I heard a spark, something that glowed hundred feet higher
I am once again drawn to the mysterious light in the sky.
What if I stopped just for a while to see where the sun goes
I'm curious to take a break and see where the night will lead me.
Still half the night, just for a while to see if I'm finer, live like I'm finer
I want to make the most of the night and live life to the best of my ability.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GREG KURSTIN, INARA GEORGE
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