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.
Revelator Eyes
The Paper Kites Lyrics
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Sure in your love
Chasing a light in a locked door
And I do want it, want it for a peace of mind
Want it tonight
It's so right, so right, so right
Tell me when you let go
I don't like the way you
Speak like you're tied up
You can say what you want, but I'm giving it a chance
You can say what you want, but I'm giving it a chance
Give me little reason to refuse my centre
Shifting in with feelings of a sweet surrender
I can feel it, I can feel it alone
And I know why I can see it show
In your revelator eyes
In your revelator eyes
Stand on your side
Won't give it up
Take the desire in you I saw
And I do want it, want it for a peace of mind
Want it tonight
It's so right, so right, so right
I can see you lie low
Keeping to your hiding
Call it reaction
To your denying
You can say what you want, but I'm giving it a chance
You can say what you want, but I'm giving it a chance
Give me little reason to refuse my centre
Shifting in with feelings of a sweet surrender
I can feel it, I can feel it alone
And I know why honey it won't go
In your revelator eyes
In your revelator eyes
In your revelator eyes
In your revelator eyes
The Paper Kites's song Revelator Eyes seems to be about a person who wants to let go of their fears and inhibitions to experience something new and exciting. The lyrics "Branded on fire, sure in your love, chasing a light in a locked door" seem to suggest that the person has a strong desire burning within them but they feel trapped or stuck in a certain situation or relationship. They want to take a chance to find the fulfillment that they are seeking. The lyrics "Give me little reason to refuse my centre, shifting in with feelings of a sweet surrender" suggest that the person is searching for a sense of inner peace and they are willing to take a risk to find it.
The chorus shifts the focus to the "revelator eyes" of another person. The lyrics "And I know why I can see it show, in your revelator eyes" suggest that the person sees something in the eyes of another that inspires them to take a leap of faith. The line "Give me little reason to refuse my centre" can be interpreted as a call to the other person to encourage and support them along their journey towards self-discovery. The last section of the chorus repeats the line "In your revelator eyes" four times, emphasizing the importance of this other person's presence in their life.
Overall, Revelator Eyes seems to be a song about finding the courage to take risks and open up to new experiences. The lyrics suggest that the key to this journey may lie with the support and encouragement of others, particularly those who have a special ability to see into our souls and inspire us to be our true selves.
Line by Line Meaning
Branded on fire
You are deeply passionate and committed.
Sure in your love
You have confidence in your affection for someone.
Chasing a light in a locked door
You are pursuing something that seems impossible to obtain.
And I do want it, want it for a peace of mind
You desire this thing because it will bring you peace and calmness.
Want it tonight
You are eager and impatient to have it right away.
It's so right, so right, so right
You are convinced that this is the right thing for you.
Tell me when you let go
When you release your inhibitions and open up.
You can let it right in
You can allow yourself to receive what you desire.
I don't like the way you
You are uncomfortable with how someone is acting or speaking.
Speak like you're tied up
Your words sound hesitant and constrained.
Give me little reason to refuse my centre
Help me see why I should change my current beliefs or values.
Shifting in with feelings of a sweet surrender
You are starting to give in and let go of control.
I can feel it, I can feel it alone
You are perceiving something that others cannot.
And I know why I can see it show
You understand why you are able to perceive this thing.
Stand on your side
You are taking a strong position or stance.
Won't give it up
You are determined to hold onto something.
Take the desire in you I saw
I noticed your strong desire and want to fulfill it.
I can see you lie low
You are trying to hide or keep a low profile.
Keeping to your hiding
You are remaining hidden and not expressing yourself openly.
Call it reaction
This is your response or way of dealing with a situation.
To your denying
You are refusing to acknowledge or accept something.
In your revelator eyes
Your eyes reveal what you are feeling or thinking.
Writer(s): SAMUEL ALEXANDER BENTLEY
Contributed by Wyatt B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@apurbapokharel8332
Branded on fire
Sure in your love
Chasing a light in a locked door
And I do want it, want it for a peace of mind
Want it tonight
It's so right, so right, so right
Tell me when you let go
You can let it right in
I don't like the way you
Speak like you're tied up
You can say what you want, but I'm giving it a chance
You can say what you want, but I'm giving it a chance
Give me little reason to refuse my centre
Shifting in with feelings of a sweet surrender
I can feel it, I can feel it alone
And I know why I can see it show
In your revelator eyes
In your revelator eyes
Stand on your side
Won't give it up
Take the desire in you I saw
And I do want it, want it for a peace of mind
Want it tonight
It's so right, so right, so right
I can see you lie low
Keeping to your hiding
Call it reaction
To your denying
You can say what you want, but I'm giving it a chance
You can say what you want, but I'm giving it a chance
Give me little reason to refuse my centre
Shifting in with feelings of a sweet surrender
I can feel it, I can feel it alone
And I know why honey it won't go
In your revelator eyes
In your revelator eyes
In your revelator eyes
In your revelator eyes
@jessewilson3286
I think that the story of this video is about insecurity, and the difficulty of being with someone. This guy has so much to offer this girl but he can't get over his awkwardness, and seeing how easily she connects with other people makes him even more unsure. He retreats to something he knows, music, and finally he's able to tell her the things he wasn't able to before as he's made this beautiful breakthrough. It's such a beautiful story about being young and not knowing how to reach someone, but realizing the magic of music and how to connect.
@SpicePrincess1890
+Jesse Wilson That's a good way to interpret it....I like that. It also goes along with the lyrics of the song itself where he talks about being sure that he does want and like her, but he's not quite sure where to go from there. Still, there is something about her that is reassuring to him that if he keeps on trying, and she is open enough, it's going to work out just fine. Then, after trying, seemingly to no avail, he sort of gives up and that's when it really does work out. In the video he asks about where they are, and she just says "you're gonna love it"... and I think that is it. As you said, music is something he knows and right off the bat, she seemed to just know that, which probably planted the seed of hope.
@zachogan6255
I love this comment ❤️
@peterpetrichor
Exactly, love the comment
@guilhermehenning9751
The best comment, without a doubt! But is too bad that in reality nothing was going to happen because, at least in Brazil, which is where I live, if men do not come to talk with girl, he will go home alone.
@cashmoney9256
Guilherme Henning in my country, when a guy is playing a guitar, you can bet, girls are hoping to talk to him. only wish i learned this lesson earlier in life...i was insecure like the guy in the video.
@mandybuehler9471
5 years ago I was in love with this band, this song and especially this video. At the end of this video you see a beautiful bridge next to a ferris wheel over a huge river with a cityscape in the background. I loved that bridge so much, that I said to myself, I will be at that bridge one day! So I searched and searched and searched for an entire week. I never did find it. So I gave up... I was so disappointed. Last month i took professional pictures called light painting photography on that very bridge. It's in Minneapolis Minnesota. I didn't realize at the time that this was the same bridge until last night I was watching this video and low and behold.. My dream finally came true!! My 5 year ago self told me I was going to be on that bridge and I was!! All thanks to the paper kites and the people who made this video. Thank you so much for making a dream I once had come true, some might think this is small and trivial but to me... It meant everything! I jumped up screaming "that's the bridge that's the bridge!" 4:12 and shows again at 4:35 .. Too bad I can't show y'all the images they are phenomenal!
@michellecamargo7662
Omg I love this so much! So happy for you!!! 💕💕💕
@Oreana818
@Mandy Buehler. Happy for you. I was just about to post to all fans here if anyone knew the city it was shot at because I too, have been wondering for some time know. So thank you for that. Question though and please forgive my photography ignorance. Why can't you share your amazing pics with us? 😁
@mandybuehler9471
@@Oreana818 oh I didn't know we could attach a photo on here. I dont see a an attachment icon for it.