From beginnings as an informal jamming unit during treks through the peaks of the Front Range, Trout Steak Revival has evolved into one of Colorado’s most tightly knit, hard-driving bluegrass bands. Their brand of heartfelt songwriting blends dynamic musicianship with intricately woven harmonies, all tied together with the unmistakable sound of their years of friendship.
Whether playing in sweat-soaked clubs or at beautiful mountain festivals, the five-piece has shown a tenacity for quick-picking and all the right polish without sacrificing the raw feeling of well-executed bluegrass. Keeping an eye on traditions of the past but boldly forging into new territory, Trout Steak Revival takes us back to memories of whiskey, laughter, and the misty high country where the band was born.
Where Do My Bluebird Fly
Trout Steak Revival Lyrics
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Baby, of all the leaves up in the ground
And I know our song is over and
Heavy as I see dry leaves fallin' down, oh
With all this fever in my mind, I could drown in your kerosene eyes
Oh, you're just a riddle in the sky
Oh, where do my bluebirds fly?
And when you find the boys and gears of
Sunset we'll hear that high and lonesome sound, oh
And I will question every wind if
They gone through the glow of your eyes
Oh, you're just a riddle in the sky
Oh, where do my bluebirds fly?
I say where do my bluebirds fly?
Oh, well I know you soak your
Feathers baby upon the ghosts along my trail
And I know well I was sole and
Buried before I knew it was for sale, oh
With all this fever in my mind I could aim for your kerosene eyes
Oh, you're just a target in the sky
I say where do my bluebirds fly?
I say where do my bluebirds fly?
The song Where Do My Bluebird Fly by Trout Steak Revival is a melancholic reflection on lost love and the search for answers when a relationship ends. The lyrics paint a picture of a confused and heartbroken narrator who is trying to understand what went wrong and where to find closure. The repeated question of “where do my bluebirds fly?” seems to speak to the idea of searching for something that is lost or unattainable. The metaphor of the bluebird, a symbol of happiness, adds to the overall emotion of the song.
The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song as the singer acknowledges that their relationship has ended and that they are struggling to come to terms with it. The mention of falling leaves adds to the sense of loss and change. The second verse introduces a sense of hope as the singer sees the possibility of a new beginning with someone else. However, this hope is tinged with uncertainty as the singer questions their own feelings and the authenticity of the connection they feel with this new person. The final verse brings the focus back to the past as the singer reflects on how they were blindsided by the end of their previous relationship and how it has affected them.
Overall, the song explores the complexities of love and loss and the search for meaning that often follows. The use of vivid imagery and poetic language creates a mood that is both haunting and beautiful.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, well I knew you shook the set-up
I am aware that you disrupted the norm
Baby, of all the leaves up in the ground
Out of everything in this world
And I know our song is over and
I recognize that our relationship is finished
Heavy as I see dry leaves fallin' down, oh
It feels like a weight on my heart, observing the dying leaves around me
With all this fever in my mind, I could drown in your kerosene eyes
My emotions are overwhelming; I can be consumed by your enticing eyes
Oh, you're just a riddle in the sky
You are a mystery, an enigma
Oh, where do my bluebirds fly?
I question where my happiness and sense of direction will come from now
And as the early sign of dawn of thunder I see you stir the fog around
I recognize you as a force of nature, stirring up chaos
And when you find the boys and gears of
When you come across a group of people who follow you blindly
Sunset we'll hear that high and lonesome sound, oh
The resulting feeling will be melancholic and forlorn
And I will question every wind if
I will scrutinize every change in my life
They gone through the glow of your eyes
Wondering if it was influenced by your presence
Oh, you're just a riddle in the sky
You are an enigma, difficult to understand
Oh, where do my bluebirds fly?
Where do I go from here to find my sense of direction?
Oh, well I know you soak your
I understand you immerse yourself in
Feathers baby upon the ghosts along my trail
The memories of my past experiences haunt me, and you embody them
And I know well I was sole and
I have come to terms that I was alone and
Buried before I knew it was for sale, oh
Lost my sense of self, before I realized what was happening
With all this fever in my mind I could aim for your kerosene eyes
My emotions are overpowering; I could fall hopelessly in love with you
Oh, you're just a target in the sky
You are a point of focus, but still a mystery
I say where do my bluebirds fly?
Where do I go from here to find my sense of direction?
I say where do my bluebirds fly?
Where do I go from here to find my sense of direction?
Contributed by Claire A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.