Feel it falling off like clothing
Taste it rolling on your tongue
See the lights above you glowing
Oh and breathe them deep into your lungs
It was always simple
Not hidden hard
You've been pulling at the strings
Playing puppeteer for kingsAnd you've had enough
But the search ends here
Where the night is totally clear
And your heart is fierce
So now you finally know
That you control where you go..you can Steer
So hold this feeling like a newborn
Oh and freedom surging through your veins
You have opened up a new door
So bring on the wind, fire and rain
It was always simple
Not hidden hard
You've been playing at a game
Called Remembering Your Name
And you've stuffed it up
Ohh..
And now you finally know
That you control where you go..you can Steer
Cause you've been listening for answers
Oh but the city screams
And all your dreams go unheard
Ohh..
Get out of the box
And step into the clear
Ohh..
So now you finally know you can.. Steer
~Missy Higgins~
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A serendipitous message and a beautiful song. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love listening to the Australian accent as she is telling us about her inspiration for the song. "It's a ridiculous waste of time to do anything that I'm not happy with..." That's a great take on life. I also saw you participate in the talk with that literary agent...Sara Megibow?... saw your pic pop up in the live chat and I said to myself, "Hey that's E.J."
ReplyDeleteGreat song...wonderful advice!
ReplyDeleteVery nice. I read it first as if it were a poem and then listened. Works both ways. :)
ReplyDeleteSo glad you posted this...on the day that my sister and husband are on their way back to Australia after an extended visit. Beautiful song...and a voice to envy...and a sentiment to embrace.
ReplyDeleteYup. For the most part we create out destinys. Tragic or successful.
ReplyDeleteGreat advice. I love "Where I Stood" too.
ReplyDeleteHad I read that last night, I know the first thing that would've come to mind!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great song. It is so inspiring for all of us, and especially for those venturing into careers and interests that are a bit daring, or for those who feel stuck in where they are. Thanks for the link.
ReplyDelete"Steering wheel of your life" Great sentiment and song. Hold on, I think I've finally got the wheel! Thanks. :)
ReplyDeleteThat was WONDERFUL - - thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting this. I never heard of her. Not sure if we have her here. I youTubed her. Nice stuff.
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