Summer also sings and performs in the medieval/neoclassical duo Mirabilis.
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Lullaby
the Machine in the Garden Lyrics
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Calm and content
Let the night circle and fall
The candle burns
And stars shine in the sky
I am comfort
A place to keep you safe
Until the soft rays
Of sun warm your face
And in your mind
Gentle dreams
Will brush against your thoughts
And love will smooth your soul
The lyrics to "Lullaby" by Machine in the Garden are a soothing and comforting lullaby that speaks to the duality of life. The opening lines of the song create an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. The singer's voice is calm and reassuring, promising the listener that they are safe and protected. The use of the imagery of a candle burning and stars shining in the sky adds to the calming feel of the song. The candle represents life and warmth, while the stars represent the vastness and mystery of the universe.
The second verse of the song speaks to the idea that life is cyclical. The soft rays of the sun represent a new beginning or a new day. The singer promises to hold the listener until the sun comes up, creating a sense of dependence and protection. The line "gentle dreams will brush against your thoughts" suggests that the listener will experience peaceful and comforting dreams. Finally, the song ends with the idea that love will smooth the listener's soul. This line reinforces the theme of protection and comfort.
Line by Line Meaning
In quiet and rest
During a peaceful moment of stillness
Calm and content
Feeling at ease and satisfied
Let the night circle and fall
Allowing the darkness to descend
The candle burns
A single flame flickers
And stars shine in the sky
The constellations twinkle above
I am comfort
A source of solace and reassurance
A place to keep you safe
A secure haven to protect you
I will hold you
Embracing you closely
Until the soft rays
With tender sunlight
Of sun warm your face
Caressing your skin with its warmth
And in your mind
Within your thoughts
Gentle dreams
Pleasant and tranquil visions
Will brush against your thoughts
Sweeping over your consciousness
And love will smooth your soul
Affection will soothe your inner being
Writer(s): Hailey Smith, The Angry Kids
Contributed by Riley M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ben - Moderator
on Time
Thanks Summer and I apologise for these errors. Due to inaccuracies such as these we have temporarily removed the "Interesting Facts" section from all songs until they are 100% fact checked.
Ben - Moderator
on Dreams of the Absent
Thanks Summer and I apologise for these errors. Due to inaccuracies such as these we have temporarily removed the "Interesting Facts" section from all songs until they are 100% fact checked.
Ben - Moderator
on Suspend
Thanks Summer and I apologise for these errors. Due to inaccuracies such as these we have temporarily removed the "Interesting Facts" section from all songs until they are 100% fact checked.
Ben - Moderator
on Wonderland
Thanks Summer and I apologise for these errors. Due to inaccuracies such as these we have temporarily removed the "Interesting Facts" section from all songs until they are 100% fact checked.
Ben - Moderator
on Final Form
Thanks Summer and I apologise for these errors. Due to inaccuracies such as these we have temporarily removed the "Interesting Facts" section from all songs until they are 100% fact checked.
Ben - Moderator
on Falling Into the Sea
Thanks Summer and I apologise for these errors. Due to inaccuracies such as these we have temporarily removed the "Interesting Facts" section from all songs until they are 100% fact checked.
Ben - Moderator
on Cold
Thanks Summer and I apologise for these errors. Due to inaccuracies such as these we have temporarily removed the "Interesting Facts" section from all songs until they are 100% fact checked.
Ben - Moderator
on Cimmerian
Thanks Summer and I apologise for these errors. Due to inaccuracies such as these we have temporarily removed the "Interesting Facts" section from all songs until they are 100% fact checked.
Summer
on Time
- Machine in the Garden was formed in the mid-1990s by Roger Fracé and Summer Bowman, who have been the core members of the band ever since.
- The band's name comes from a poem by William Blake, which describes a "satanic mill" that functions like a "machine in the garden," disrupting the natural world.
- Machine in the Garden's music is often categorized as "ambient" or "darkwave," and is known for its lush, atmospheric soundscapes.
- The lyrics of "Time" reflect a recurring theme in Machine in the Garden's music, which explores issues of mortality, memory, and the passage of time.
- The band is known for its elaborate live performances, which often feature elaborate costumes, stage sets, and projections.
- Machine in the Garden has released nine albums to date, including "One Winter's Night," "Asphodel," and "Shadow Puppets."
- The band has also collaborated with a number of other artists, including Black Tape for a Blue Girl and Faith and the Muse.
- In addition to her role in Machine in the Garden, Bowman has also worked as a backing vocalist for other bands, including the legendary gothic rock band The Mission.
"Time" was originally from Asphodel only. It was never on "One Winter's Night..." Roger formed the band as a solo project, Summer came later in 1997. The band's name is not from a poem by William Blake. The band has never had an elaborate live performance with costumes and sets. The band has never collaborated with Black Tape or Faith and the Muse. Bowman never did vocals for The Mission.
Summer
on Dreams of the Absent
It was actually released on "Underworld" in 1997.