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Flightless Birds
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Well this is one of my own favourite lyrics, I must confess and the incomparable Dawn Diamond does everything else herself. Every one of us has the wings to fly; we do not always use them, however which is a tragedy...and that is what this song is
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English lyricist working with dozens of composers and artists
I am a lyricist working with many composers and artists around the world and most frequently with 2 guys, Juri Rosenfeld and Mark Ellis who, although their styles are entirely different, are both extremely talented as musicians and composers, as well as producers. Along with these two, with whom I have written more than 50 songs....I have been most fortunate to collaborate with so many others that the list is almost endless but two very talented ladies spring to mind: Dawn Diamond and Amy Caldwell, who have not only both composed for my words but have also both are possessed of beautiful voices and have sung many, many times on songs I have written. There is no ONE genre I write for, since a lyricist has to be able to write for ANY category and I do, but one thing I try to be always, is honest in my work because when there is integrity, there is a way to relate to the song and if occasionally I meander into the poetic, it is because I am and always have been, since the age of 13 years, a poet...but that doesn't mean everything I write is flowery or full of metaphors...as I say, I strive always to be real and of course, most importantly, to be as unique as possible.
Song Info
Genre
Pop Pop Rock
Charts
Peak #76
Peak in subgenre #26
Author
Dawn Diamond/Dawn Sinclair
Rights
Diamond/Sinclair
Uploaded
May 04, 2008
Track Files
MP3
MP3 3.1 MB 128 kbps 3:25
Story behind the song
When I wrote this lyric, I had no idea who would try and turn it into a song. I hoped Dawn Diamond might try...and from the moment she read it, she wanted to give it a go...and once again, my dear friend proves that her wings are in good condition for she soars.
Lyrics
Flightless Birds by Dawn Sinclair 1. Every talent we are given is a feather in the wing Everyone we meet in life is blessed for what they bring We don't have to do it all alone when there are angels standing by But we’ve all been given our own wings And it’s up to us to fly chorus There's nothing more tragic than the plight of flightless birds and nothing’s more pointless than speaking silent words If we hide our light from everyone whether large or small then we’re not using our wings to fly so why have them at all? 2. There are people who are starving There are others getting fat There are those who are indifferent Tell me, what's the use of that? We don't have to walk the Earth alone If we just reach out our hand It's easy if you think of the world as one united land bridge where everyone has wings and everyone could fly if only they had courage to soar into the sky chorus There's nothing more tragic than the plight of flightless birds and nothing’s more pointless than speaking silent words If we hide our light from everyone whether large or small then we’re not using our wings to fly so why have them at all? outtro Flightless birds come spread your wings Flightless birds come spread your wings
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Tony DeLecce
Apr 03, 2019
Hi Dawn, As I was listening this song popped up and I was so impressed. One of your best lyrics I agree and one of Dawns best vocals as well. She really nailed this one. I hope all is well with two Dawns and one day.
Ron Gletherow
May 05, 2008
Hi Dawn, It's songs like this that save me from falling over the edge on my "not so good" days like today. You reached into the very depths of your soul to produce this one, and Dawn Diamond must have joined you on the journey, as she knows exactly where you're coming from in her interpretation. This song is what songwriting is all about. You've outdone yourselves, yet again!! Loadsa love, Ron
Dawn Diamond
May 05, 2008
Hi sweetness Just wanted to thank you for sending me this lovely song. It was my pleasure once again to work with ya. Sorry it took so long, but sometimes, time helps me out greatly cause I lead such a busy life LOL I hope it was worth the wait. You say this song is very special to you, well it is now very very special to me too!! The words are soooooooooo about me too LOL The tune is lovely but I know it's not the best arrangement, but then I say that about all my arrangements. I can hear an orchestra playing this one. Heck would'nt it be nice to perform it live with the Philharmonic at the Royal Albert?? Now that would be a dream come true, I'd love to sing there and have you in the audience, front row!!! no harm in dreaming :o) Anyhoo thanks again honey, just for being the lovable understanding, patient soul that you are!! Loves ya Dawny xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Grand Jury
May 05, 2008
What an incredible lyric,Dah@link!I've never had a chance to speak/see John Lennon,but for my two cents you're pretty close to fill this mishap,-I mean the way you're handlin' it.Beautiful song by oor Scottish Princess,and the lyric to match it all.Girl,I'm impressed.Am I still your Boo....????!!!
Anton H
May 05, 2008
Hugglies babe, okay!!! I give up. If you are going to write lyrics like this, what hope do I have of catching you. :)) This is truly a great song, one that carries and conveys a message to individuals and populations alike. Yet it does not come across as in any way sermon-like. Dawn D, well you know I am always surprised with Dawns range and versatility and she combines that with some very sweet acoustic guitar work. If this doesn't rate well on charts here, I will be very surprised. Lovely work my sweet friend, lubsya.