Birdwatching
The Shelters Lyrics
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It's singing in the sky for you
Watches from above all the places that you've been too
Fly's around to see all the things that people do
Sitting on a tree he wishes he could be like you
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Sitting on the beach I wonder if I could too
If I could be like him and be the color blue
Visualize the world from a different point of view
Spread my wings and fly, fly away from me to you
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
I'm bird watching
I'm bird watching
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
The Shelter's song "Birdwatching" is a reflective and introspective song that contemplates the idea of searching for something that is already within ourselves. The first verse talks about the bluebird in the sky, watching over the places that the singer has been to and flying around to observe the things that people do. The bird sits on a tree and wishes to be like the singer. This symbolizes the singer's desire to be free and to experience the world in a different way. The second verse has the singer sitting on a beach and wondering if they could be like the bird and be the color blue. This represents the singer's desire to be free and to experience the world in a different way. The chorus repeats the idea that what the singer is searching for has been within them all along and that they need to stop searching for answers outside of themselves.
The lyrics of "Birdwatching" can be interpreted in different ways depending on the listener's perspective. It could be seen as a song about finding oneself, accepting oneself, or embracing the beauty of nature. The bird in the song represents freedom, beauty, and the capacity to fly away from our problems or insecurities.
Line by Line Meaning
Bluebird in the sky
The bluebird is a witness to everything happening below in its habitat.
It's singing in the sky for you
The song of the bluebird is a beautiful sound that can be appreciated by anyone who is paying attention.
Watches from above all the places that you've been too
The bluebird observes all that occurs below, including important events and the movements/activities of people.
Fly's around to see all the things that people do
The bluebird explores its habitat and takes note of everything happening around it, including human behavior.
Sitting on a tree he wishes he could be like you
The bluebird may envy humans for their ability to explore and experience the world in unique ways, even though they both appreciate beauty and observe the world around them.
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
The search for purpose or meaning in life may not always require a physical journey or exploration; sometimes, the answer is right in front of us, waiting to be discovered.
Sitting on the beach I wonder if I could too
The singer imagines what it would be like to have the perspective of the bluebird and observe the world from above.
If I could be like him and be the color blue
The singer imagines what it would be like to be as free-spirited and colorful as the bluebird, able to explore the world and express oneself without fear of judgment.
Visualize the world from a different point of view
The Bluebird is a reminder that sometimes the world can be seen in new and exciting ways if one takes the time to appreciate the beauty that exists in it.
Spread my wings and fly, fly away from me to you
The bluebird can fly anywhere, including to other parts of the world, signaling a sense of liberation, adventure and experiences.
I'm bird watching
I'm bird watching
The singer is encouraging listeners to appreciate the beauty and wonders of nature, which can be accessible, and overlooked all around.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHASE SIMPSON, JOSHUA WADE JOVE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Carlos bg
Bluebird in the sky
It's singing in the sky for you
Watches from above all the places that you've been too
Fly's around to see all the things that people do
Sitting on a tree he wishes he could be like you
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
Sitting on the beach I wonder if I could too
If I could be like him and be the color blue
Visualize the world from a different point of view
Spread my wings and fly, fly away from me to you
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
I'm bird watching
I'm bird watching
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
chilldaonly 1
Love how 2k takes raw talent and give them more exposure this song is great and i love the meaning.
jediwizdom77
I've tried to find the meaning. What's the meaning?
puppypaws spike
I love this song
Carlos bg
Bluebird in the sky
It's singing in the sky for you
Watches from above all the places that you've been too
Fly's around to see all the things that people do
Sitting on a tree he wishes he could be like you
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
Sitting on the beach I wonder if I could too
If I could be like him and be the color blue
Visualize the world from a different point of view
Spread my wings and fly, fly away from me to you
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
I'm bird watching
I'm bird watching
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
Have you found what you're searching for
It's been here all along
Looking round for answers when its here that you belong
Michelle Parisi
Brilliant band!!
Paul Williams
Heard this on Tom Petty’s XM station. Loved it!
Clarence
This song is so underated
Larry Stylinson
your songs are so cool! x
Expectedlime _
If Green Day has you as a related channel, then you must be really good
Dakota Massucco
I am the second comment! But I can spell correctly! Haha this band is legendary, I saw them at firefly 2016 and my brother bought their record!!! So good!