Story Behind The Song
A friend in New Zealand was going through a time of self-doubt and discouragement. It was for her.
Song Description
It's a nudge toward relying on faith in oneself and in a higher power, and not basing self-assessment on trends or opinions of others. Encourages focusing on one's talents and strengths.
Song Length |
3:59 |
Genre |
Folk - Contemporary, Folk - Alternative |
Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
Mood |
Composed, Diplomatic |
Subject |
Philosophy, Sorrow |
Similar Artists |
Steve Winwood, Stevie Nicks |
Language |
English |
Era |
1970 - 1979 |
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Lyrics
Melancholy baby
solitary bird
I can give you nothing
better than these words
I have lived a long while
and I have seen a lot
And I was slow to learn
the lessons that life taught
So I would like to save you
a little of the pain
and I'll extend my hand
to lift you up again
Like a wet and muddy robe
throw off your despair
Let the echoes of your laughter
erupt into the air
Melancholy baby
I reach out to you
Like a guardian angel
appearing from the blue
Reaching out to you
Melancholy baby
Tired little sparrow
The world is so wide
It's a shame to make it narrow
The secret's in the sauce
that flavors the platter
It's all what you believe
The rest does not matter
You must see your own worth
ignore what others say
great minds through history
have done it to this day
I know you can do this
and you can prevail
Your little ship will right itself
and into blue skies sail
Melancholy baby
I reach out to you
Like a guardian angel
appearing from the blue
Reaching out to you