Thirteen Senses have four studio albums: The Invitation (27 September 2004), Contact (2 April 2007) , Crystal Sounds (21 February 2011) and A Strange Encounter (5 May 2014).
In terms of their style and sound, Thirteen Senses are quite similar to other British bands like Keane and Coldplay; but take on a wider range of influences, including Mew, Mercury Rev and a minimalist aesthetic, with their lyrics also visiting darker themes.
Spark
Thirteen Senses Lyrics
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The person of the satellite that tracks us night and day
Ah, but it takes us longer
Ah, but it makes us stronger
Another spark has set you off against recovery
The burning of a heavy heart surrenders like a dream
Ah, but it takes us longer
And all our consciousness drifts away
And all our consciousness drifts away
And all our consciousness drifts away
Ooh, I was let out, I can't walk away
There were eyes all over me
I stopped breathing only just halfway
There were eyes all over me
The lyrics to Thirteen Senses’s song “Spark” speak to the struggle of growing and changing over time, specifically in relationships. The “spark” that is alluded to in the title and throughout the song is the catalyst for change, a force that comes from within and is uncontrollable. The singer is unsure of the direction the spark is taking his partner, and this leaves him feeling lost and disconnected. He compares the feeling to being tracked by a satellite that watches them “night and day”.
The chorus highlights the idea that the spark is both positive and negative, taking the couple on a journey that is both difficult and rewarding. The phrase “ah, but it takes us longer, ah, but it makes us stronger” is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing that the struggles they face together are necessary for their growth and improvement. The second verse adds an extra layer to the song's meaning, highlighting the burn of a heavy heart and the surrender that comes with it.
The final stanza takes us to an almost surreal space where the singer finds himself trapped by others' expectations, with eyes all over him. The song ends on a note of ambiguity as we don’t know whether the singer escapes or succumbs to the pressure he is under. Overall, the lyrics of “Spark” are deep and layered, offering an insightful look into the ups and downs of relationships and their effect on personal growth.
Line by Line Meaning
Another spark has set you off and I don't know the way
An unknown trigger caused an emotional reaction in you that I cannot understand or help with.
The person of the satellite that tracks us night and day
The feeling of being watched or monitored constantly by someone's scrutiny.
Ah, but it takes us longer
The process of healing or recovering from emotional turmoil is a slow one.
Ah, but it makes us stronger
The struggle of overcoming hardships contributes to one's strength and resilience.
Another spark has set you off against recovery
Something else has caused a setback in your progress towards recovery.
The burning of a heavy heart surrenders like a dream
The pain of carrying emotional burdens can feel overwhelming and may hinder personal growth.
And all our consciousness drifts away
Sheer exhaustion may lead to a state of detachment and emotional numbness.
Ooh, I was let out, I can't walk away
A sense of being stuck in a situation despite having the option to leave.
There were eyes all over me
The feeling of being watched or judged by others.
I stopped breathing only just halfway
Feeling suffocated or stuck, unable to move forward or escape one's circumstances.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Adam Michael Wilson, Brendon Arthur James, Thomas William George Welham, William David South
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