Her singing talent has lent itself to a wide range of genres, although earlier works, such as 'Angel With a Lariat' and 'Absolute Torch and Twang' (the last of which won her a Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance) were predominantly country, with hints of jazz and salsa. Later works, including Ingénue and All You Can Eat, were more pop-ish in execution. No matter the genre, all left her talent undeniable. She has since garnered four grammys and many other awards, and was even made an officer of the Order of Canada in 1996, Canada's highest civilian honour.
Simple
k.d. lang Lyrics
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Love will not elude you, love is simple
I worship this tenacity and the beautiful struggle we're in
Love will not elude us, love is simple
Be sure to know that all in love is ours
That love is a philosophy, is simple
I am calm in oblivion, calm as I ever have been
Love will not elude me, love is simple
That all in love is ours
That love is a philosophy, is simple
And ours
The lyrics of k.d. lang's "Simple" convey a message of hope and universal love. The opening line, "Flawless light in a darkening air alone and shining there," creates an image of a pure and radiant love that exists within the darkness of the world. This love is portrayed as accessible to all and not something that can be easily lost or missed due to its simplicity. The chorus line, "Love will not elude you, love is simple," reinforces this idea.
The second verse continues with the theme of love's accessibility and relevance to all people. The singer expresses admiration for the perseverance required in the pursuit of love as well as the beauty that can be found within such efforts. The repetition of "love will not elude us, love is simple," reinforces the cyclical nature of love and how it is always present, waiting to be recognized and embraced.
The closing lines of the song, "Be sure to know that all in love is ours, that love is a philosophy, is simple, and ours," reflect the idea that love is not limited by time or space and that it belongs to all who are willing to acknowledge and embrace it. The reference to love as a philosophy implies that it can be lived and embodied as a way of life, rather than something that is only felt in fleeting moments.
Line by Line Meaning
Flawless light in a darkening air alone and shining there
Despite being surrounded by darkness, there is an unwavering brilliance that shines within.
Love will not elude you, love is simple
Love is not an elusive or complicated concept, but rather a straightforward and attainable experience.
I worship this tenacity and the beautiful struggle we're in
I admire the persistence and meaningful challenges that come with cultivating love.
Love will not elude us, love is simple
Just as I will not be denied love, love is also achievable for everyone and a straightforward concept.
Be sure to know that all in love is ours
All aspects of love belong to us, and we are entitled to experience them.
That love is a philosophy, is simple
Love can be seen as a set of beliefs or principles that guide us, and its essence is uncomplicated.
I am calm in oblivion, calm as I ever have been
Even in the face of nothingness, I remain serene and untroubled.
Love will not elude me, love is simple
Once more, the notion that love is both attainable and not a convoluted idea.
Be sure to know that all in love is ours, is ours
Repeated again to reinforce that all the aspects of love are rightfully ours to experience and cherish.
That all in love is ours
Love in its totality belongs to us, and we are permitted to embrace every aspect of it.
That love is a philosophy, is simple
Again, the idea that love is a straightforward concept to understand and follow.
And ours
A concluding statement once more driving home the point that love is attainable by everyone and wholly ours to experience.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID PILTCH, K. D. LANG
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