While founder Belville is a devout Christian, it is difficult to apply the same label to the band itself; while the lyrics are at times clearly infused with a strong element of faith, they are not specifically based around praise and at no point could they be considered to be preaching a message.
The music of The Echoing Green is heavily based in electronic sounds, however these are used more for their melodious structure than any desire to create an electronic dance outfit. As such, the music comes across as a well shaped, driving flow of intricate harmonies, underpinned with somewhat reflective, even introverted, lyrics.
Brand New Day
The Echoing Green Lyrics
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The sky is blue, but your heart is gray
Everywhere you turn, see the bridges burn
It's time for you to find a better way
You never thought of the seed before you'd sow
When it's time to reap, you'd run and go
You'd run and go, you'd run and go...
And you want to end it all
When you see His light you can find your way
And you'll live in a brand new day
All around you see the pieces fall
And you want to end it all
When you see His light you can find your way
And you'll live in a brand new day
Turning back the pages of your life
You see your pain in black and white
Are you the one who chose how the story goes?
It's time for you to make it right
You need to take your heart to a better place
To seek His face, and find His grace
You find His grace, you find His grace...
All around you see the pieces fall
And you want to end it all
When you see His light you can find your way
And you'll live in a brand new day
(Repeat x5)
The Echoing Green's "Brand New Day" is a song about seeking redemption and finding a new beginning after a period of darkness. The opening lines set the scene for the listener with vivid imagery of a warm summer day contrasting with a feeling of internal emptiness, represented by a gray heart. The verses speak of the consequences of past actions - seeing bridges burn and pieces falling - and the desire to escape from it all. It's at this point that the song takes a turn towards hope. The lyrics suggest that by finding "His light," one can move towards a brighter future and leave behind the pain and mistakes of the past.
The chorus repeats the idea of wanting to end it all, but then finding hope through faith. It's about seeing the possibilities of a brand new day, a better future that can be achieved by making amends for one's past failures. The last section speaks directly to the listener, urging them to take control of their life and seek a better place by reaching out to a higher power for guidance and grace. The song offers solutions to those who may be in a dark place, reminding listeners that it's never too late to start over and create a new beginning.
Line by Line Meaning
Walking on a warm, warm summer's day
On a beautiful summer day, you are going through the motions of life.
The sky is blue, but your heart is gray
Although everything around you seems perfect, you're carrying around a heavy burden.
Everywhere you turn, see the bridges burn
All around you, things are falling apart, and it seems there's no way to fix them.
It's time for you to find a better way
You need to take control and make a change in your life.
You never thought of the seed before you'd sow
You didn't consider the consequences of your actions.
When it's time to reap, you'd run and go
Now that it's time to face the consequences, you want to run away from them.
All around you see the pieces fall
Everything seems to be falling apart around you.
And you want to end it all
You're struggling with the pain and are considering giving up.
When you see His light you can find your way
If you open yourself up to the possibility of change, you may find a new path.
And you'll live in a brand new day
If you try to move forward with a new outlook, you'll find a brighter future.
Turning back the pages of your life
Looking back at your past experiences and mistakes.
You see your pain in black and white
Your past hurts are vivid and clear in your mind.
Are you the one who chose how the story goes?
You have the power to shape your own narrative and create a better future.
It's time for you to make it right
It's never too late to start over and make amends for past mistakes.
You need to take your heart to a better place
You need to shift your mindset and focus on positivity and growth.
To seek His face, and find His grace
By opening yourself up to a higher power, you may find the strength and guidance to move forward.
You find His grace, you find His grace...
When you surrender control and trust in something greater, you may find peace and healing.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: STING
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