The band initially recorded demo recordings at Sam Bentley's home and Rasmussen's university. Encouraged by friends, they released homemade EPs and gained traction with their single "Bloom" in 2010. The band performed extensively in Australia and New Zealand, including opening for acts such as Hungry Kids of Hungary and Passenger.
The band initially gained attention with their single "Bloom" in 2010, leading to extensive performances in Australia and New Zealand. In 2011, they recorded their first EP, "Woodland," followed by the release of the EP "Young North" in 2012. They toured nationally and opened for acts like Josh Pyke and Boy & Bear. Following the tour, the band did a small run of shows opening for UK band Bombay Bicycle Club in January 2013.
Their debut full-length album, "States," was recorded in 2013, and they embarked on a national tour in Australia. They also toured internationally, including the United States and Canada. The band gained exposure with song placements in Grey's Anatomy and released their second album, "Twelvefour," in 2015. It was a concept album written between midnight and 4 AM.
In 2018, they released the albums "On the Train Ride Home" and "On the Corner Where You Live," with the latter recorded in Connecticut with producer Peter Katis. They embarked on an extensive tour and were nominated for Best Adult Contemporary Album at the ARIA Music Awards.
In August 2020, the band announced their fifth studio album Roses, a collaborative album of duets. The album features Julia Stone, Lucy Rose, Rosie Carney, Aoife O'Donovan, Nadia Reid, Maro, Amanda Bergman, Ainslie Wills, Lydia Cole and Gena Rose Bruce. The album was released on 12 March 2021.
In May 2023, the Paper Kites announced the forthcoming release of their sixth studio album, At the Roadhouse, scheduled for release on 1 September 2023.
The Paper Kites' musical style has evolved over the years, incorporating elements of folk, fingerstyle guitar, harmonies, and moody soundscapes. Their versatility and influences from various genres have shaped their musical direction.
Bloom
The Paper Kites Lyrics
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And the sun is coming through
Oh, you fill my lungs with sweetness
And you fill my head with you
Shall I write it in a letter?
Shall I try to get it down?
Oh, you fill my head with pieces
Can I be close to you?
Oh-oh-oh-ooh, ooh
Can I be close to you?
Ooh, ooh
Can I take it to a morning
Where the fields are painted gold
And the trees are filled with memories
Of the feelings never told?
When the evening pulls the sun down
And the day is almost through
Oh, the whole world it is sleeping
But my world is you
Can I be close to you (ah)?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah)
Can I be close to you (ah)?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah)
Can I be close to you (ah)?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah)
Can I be close to you (ah)?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah)
Can I be close to you?
Ooh, ooh
The Paper Kites's song "Bloom" is an emotional and lyrical track that deals with a longing for closeness and intimacy with someone special. The singer speaks directly to the subject of their affection, opening with an evocative image of waking up to the sun and feeling their presence fill their senses. The lyrics are rich in sensory language, with sweetness filling their lungs and memories filling the trees. The writer is clearly trying to capture the feeling of being wrapped up in the presence of someone they deeply care about.
Throughout the song, the desire for closeness and connection is palpable. There is a sense of yearning in lines like "Shall I write it in a letter?/Shall I try to get it down?" and "Can I be close to you?" The chorus, which repeats the same question several times, emphasizes the need for a deeper connection. The images of golden fields and sleeping worlds serve to reinforce the sense of intimacy and closeness that the singer wishes for with their loved one.
Overall, "Bloom" is a beautifully crafted song that manages to convey a deep emotional intensity with relatively simple language. It captures the feeling of longing and desire in a way that is both universal and specific, making it a relatable track for anyone who has ever experienced the yearning for closeness and intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
In the morning when I wake
When I wake up in the morning
And the sun is coming through
As the sunlight filters in
Oh, you fill my lungs with sweetness
You bring an indescribable joy into my life
And you fill my head with you
You're constantly on my mind
Shall I write it in a letter?
Should I try to express my feelings in writing?
Shall I try to get it down?
Should I attempt to put my emotions into words?
Oh, you fill my head with pieces
You consume my thoughts and emotions
Of a song I can't get out
Of an experience I can't forget
Can I be close to you?
Can we be together?
Oh-oh-oh-ooh, ooh
Can I take it to a morning
Can we experience a new day together
Where the fields are painted gold
Where we can enjoy the beauty of nature
And the trees are filled with memories
And we can reminisce on our past experiences
Of the feelings never told?
Of the emotions that were never shared
When the evening pulls the sun down
As night starts to fall
And the day is almost through
And the day is coming to an end
Oh, the whole world it is sleeping
As the rest of the world rests
But my world is you
You are my world
Can I be close to you (ah)?
Can we be together?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah)
Can I be close to you (ah)?
Can we be together?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah)
Can I be close to you (ah)?
Can we be together?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah)
Can I be close to you?
Can we be together?
Ooh, ooh
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Christina Lacy, Samuel Bentley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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In the morning when I wake
And the sun is coming through
Oh, you fill my lungs with sweetness
And you fill my head with you
Shall I write it in a letter?
Shall I try to get it down?
Oh, you fill my head with pieces
Of a song I can't get out
Can I be close to you?
Oh-oh-oh-ooh, ooh
Can I be close to you?
Ooh, ooh
Can I take it to a morning
Where the fields are painted gold
And the trees are filled with memories
Of the feelings never told?
When the evening pulls the sun down
And the day is almost through
Oh, the whole world it is sleeping
But my world is you
Can I be close to you (ah)?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah)
Can I be close to you (ah)?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah)
Can I be close to you (ah)?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah)
Can I be close to you (ah)?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah)
Can I be close to you?
Ooh, ooh
@mvitellaro3322
Bloom Lyrics
In the morning when I wake
And the sun is coming through,
Oh, you fill my lungs with sweetness,
And you fill my head with you.
Shall I write it in a letter?
Shall I try to get it down?
Oh, you fill my head with pieces
Of a song I can't get out.
Can I be close to you?
Oh-oh-oh-ooh, ooh
Can I be close to you?
Ooh, ooh.
Can I take it to a morning
Where the fields are painted gold
And the trees are filled with memories
Of the feelings never told?
When the evening pulls the sun down,
And the day is almost through,
Oh, the whole world it is sleeping,
But my world is you.
Can I be close to you (Ah)?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah).
Can I be close to you (Ah)?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah).
Can I be close to you (Ah)?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah).
Can I be close to you (Ah)?
Ooh (aah), ooh (aah).
Can I be close to you?
Ooh, ooh.
@madisonc1588
Here's to all you single folks that listen to this song dreaming of the day when you'll find your special someone, I can't be the only one, right?
@emilyelizabeth4365
I always do this when listening to this song. It brings me to tears.
@gerlaineannbutantan167
present!
@nicolealexandra1392
:((( same, i want to learn how to play this song just to dedicate it to my future gf :(((
@lelo8244
I'm the queen of single! I've been single since birth and I'm pretty, I know cause new guys slide into my dms at least 4 times a week. I just haven't met a man that doesn't make me feel like I have to defend myself and my peace. Does anyone understand that? 😄
I've built an environment of love, peace and happiness within myself and I'd hate for anyone to come ruin that for me. I feel safer single but it gets a little lonely sometimes
@SoniaRossi72
No you're not.....Though...Maybe some of us are just meant to be single.
@8nov131
I wish this song was a person so I could hug it tight
Even the comments are so lovely and warm
@halcyon_echo42
It would be so gentle and warm, like a yellow summer's afternoon with just the faintest breeze
@romishaya6919
@@halcyon_echo42 couldn’t describe it better:)
@blake8109
I think the song would be a beautiful girl who feels like a cool breeze and would lay on the ground holding me while we watch the clouds