As well as a solo career, Dybdahl is also the lead singer in The National Bank, which consists of members from Jaga Jazzist and BigBang. In addition, Dybdahl contributed vocals on a few tracks for the popular British band Morcheeba, on their album "Dive Deep" released in 2008.
His music is melancholic and soulful - often low-key, in traditional singer-songwriter style. He is often compared to the likes of artists such as Damien Rice, Jeff Buckley and Nick Drake.
Thomas Dybdahl went out to become somewhat of a shooting-star in Norway. As a solo artist, the former guitarist of the band Quadraphonics released his first single EP, Bird, in 2000. His first release did not yield much success, and his second EP from 2001, John Wayne, was also unsuccessful.
Beginning with the release of his first album, titled ... That Great October Sound, in 2002, the first part of his gold and platinum-selling October series, he received national and even international appreciation for his unique work. Since then, and especially after the European release in 2004, Thomas Dybdahl's notability has increased significantly. The mostly positive reviews tout Dybdahl as a new pop wonder comparable to Nick Drake, Jeff Buckley and other important solo artists. He received the Spellemannprisen and the Alarm Award for his work.
The release of his next two albums, Stray Dogs (European release in 2005) and One Day You'll Dance for Me, New York City, further increased his standing as a respected artist.
The album One Day You'll Dance for Me, New York City features the famous Norwegian philosopher Arne Næss speaking of quality of life, as a sort of interlude.
In 2004, he teamed up with artists from the bands Jaga Jazzist and BigBang on the project The National Bank, which immediately entered the Norwegian charts with the project's self-titled debut album. It was released outside Norway in 2009.
His single Damn Heart, written for the Danish movie En Soap, was released in 2006 on Copenhagen Records.
In 2007, he performed as an opening act in the USA for fellow Norwegian artist Sondre Lerche, and in 2011, he opened for Tori Amos during her Night of Hunters tour.
On April 22, 2013, his single "Man On a Wire" was released as the first single from his album What's Left is Forever.
Bird
Thomas Dybdahl Lyrics
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Doing only what she's heard
Thinking night is not right
She's always been on the lookout for a fight
I dream of you every night
You say nothing happens twice
I've fallen into you
And there ain't nothing I can do
Even though deep inside we both laugh
Perky smartass remarks
She even know my friends just see sparks
I dream of you every night
You say nothing happens twice
I've fallen into you
And there ain't nothing I can do
The lyrics of Thomas Dybdahl's song "Bird" convey the complexity of a romantic relationship that is both exhilarating and frustrating. The opening line, "Sleeping softly like a bird/Doing only what she's heard", figuratively suggests that the female character is passive and obedient, following the expectations of society and conforming to stereotypes. However, as the song progresses, we see that this may not necessarily be true. While the female character may seem like she's always on the lookout for a fight, perhaps she's trying to break free from the limitations imposed on her by society.
The line "Thinking night is not right" indicates that the character may be struggling with insomnia, suggesting that the relationship may have caused her to become anxious and stressed. However, the singer insists that he dreams of her every night, implying that he cannot get her out of his mind. The repetition of the line "You say nothing happens twice" hints at the unpredictability and intensity of their relationship, creating a sense of unease and uncertainty.
The chorus makes it clear that the singer has fallen hopelessly in love with the female character, even though she may not reciprocate these feelings. Despite her perky smartass remarks, he can't help but be drawn to her. The line "Even though deep inside we both laugh" suggests a certain shared intimacy that may not be immediately apparent, but that the singer is acutely aware of. Overall, the lyrics of "Bird" suggest a dynamic and complex relationship that is not easily defined.
Line by Line Meaning
Sleeping softly like a bird
She is resting peacefully, like a bird, without any worries or fears.
Doing only what she's heard
She follows instructions carefully without questioning them or thinking for herself.
Thinking night is not right
She doesn't like staying up late at night, as she believes it's not healthy or appropriate.
She's always been on the lookout for a fight
She's always ready for a confrontation or challenge, and doesn't shy away from conflicts.
I dream of you every night
The singer is longing for the person he loves, and thinks about them every night.
You say nothing happens twice
The person he loves believes that certain experiences in life can only happen once, and he should seize the opportunity when it arises.
I've fallen into you
The singer has surrendered himself to his feelings for the person he loves, and can't help but be enamored by them.
And there ain't nothing I can do
Despite his best efforts, he can't resist the pull of his emotions for the person he loves.
Always hiding your smile,
She doesn't like to show others when she's happy, as she thinks it makes her vulnerable or weak.
Even though deep inside we both laugh
Despite her attempts to hide her happiness, the singer knows that they both share a secret joy that they can't suppress.
Perky smartass remarks
She has a witty, sarcastic sense of humor that can sometimes be provocative or offensive to others.
She even know my friends just see sparks
She's aware that her relationship with the singer's friends might be contentious, and recognizes the tension between them.
Contributed by Tristan K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sarah Doody
excellent dude =^)
Liebrand
Where can I find this song?
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:) !!!!!!!!!