His speciality is atmospheric keyboard electronica although much of his work features accomplished guitar playing. He has also recorded several largely instrumental solo albums under the name Strange Cargo which features vocals by Beth Orton, Laurie Mayer, Joe Frank among others. He was the musical force behind Bassomatic in the early 1990s, and formed the band Torch Song together with Mayer and Rico Conning in the 1980s. He has also produced and remixed numerous other artists, like Kraftwerk, Nitzer Ebb, The Cure, U2 and P!nk. Orbit's remixes carry his signature electronic sounds and techniques, making them sought after by fans of his solo work. He also worked with pop girl trio Sugababes.
His newest work has involved writing an orchestral piece, which was performed by the BBC Philharmonic at the Manchester International Festival in July 2007.
He also has a new album due out in 2009 - This has now been released (8th June 2009) "My Oracle Lives Uptown"
The Story of Light
William Orbit Lyrics
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Let your love shine down on me
(Repeat)
The lyrics of "The Story of Light" by William Orbit express a desire for love and the opening up to it. The words "let your love shine on, let your love shine down on me" are a simple yet powerful representation of this desire. The repetition of this phrase emphasizes the intensity of the experience and creates a sense of longing, in which the singer is calling out for love to come into their life. The use of the words "down on me" suggests a certain vulnerability on the part of the singer, they are open to receiving love and asking for it to be granted to them.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a hopeful view of love that is not constrained by fear or doubt. The emphasis is on opening up to the experience and allowing love to come into one's life. This interpretation is strengthened by the music, which has a dreamy, uplifting quality that reinforces the sentiment expressed by the lyrics. The overall effect is a touching and emotionally stirring expression of our deepest needs as human beings.
Line by Line Meaning
Let your love shine on
May your love radiate and light up everything around you.
Let your love shine down on me
May your love be directed toward me and shower me with its warmth and brilliance.
(Repeat)
This line is a repetition of the previous two lines and serves as a refrain.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHRISTINE ANN LEACH, RICO CONNING, WILLIAM ORBIT
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