Fragile Bird

City and Colour

About Fragile Bird

"Fragile Bird" is the first single from City and Colour's third studio album, Little Hell. The song spent 1 week on the Canadian Hot 100 at No. 48 and was No. 1 on the Canadian alternative rock chart for 9 weeks.


Year:
2011
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When she sleeps
There is a fever dream, yeah
It brings a night terror
To harm this fragile bird

She speaks in tongues
Her words they come undone, yeah
And with a wayward mind
She struggles though the night

All that I can do
Is hope she makes it through
Through the night
Through the night

These cold nightmares
They make her worse for wear
Lost in the dark
She's got a heavy heart

And when she wakes
In her fragile state
Well, she calls my name
Hoping that I keep her safe

All that I can do
Is hope she makes it through
All the I can do
Is hope she makes it through

Through the night
Through the night
Through the night
Through the night

All that I can do
Is hope she makes it through 
All that I can do
Is hope she makes it through
Through the night

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City and Colour

City and Colour is the recording alias for Juno Award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter Dallas Green, who was also the guitarist and vocalist of the post-hardcore band Alexisonfire. He plays melodic acoustic and folk music and is often accompanied by a rotating number of Canadian indie rock musicians, such as Daniel Romano and Spencer Burton of Attack in Black. The name City and Colour comes from his own name: Dallas, a city, and Green, a colour. His reasoning for the name was that he felt queasy "putting the album out under the name Dallas Green". Green said that he had been writing material since he was around the age of 14. Regarding the songs released on his first album, Sometimes, Green said that he had been writing material for it as early as when he w… more »

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Written by: Dallas John Green

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11 facts about this song

Song's Composition & Release
"Fragile Bird" is a track released by City and Colour, the alias for Canadian singer-songwriter Dallas Green, on the third studio album, "Little Hell" (2011).
Song's Genre
Classified under the genre of acoustic, indie, and folk rock, "Fragile Bird" showcases Green's unique approach to music that merges melancholic lyrics with contemporary folk-infused melodies.
Song's Theme
The song delves into the theme of fear and helplessness as it is about the singer's wife, who battles insomnia and frequent nightmares - making it a deeply personal song.
Award-Winning Song
"Fragile Bird" won in the category of Songwriter of the Year at the 2012 Juno Awards, making it an important accolade in City and Colour's career.
Chart Performance
Upon release, "Fragile Bird" peaked at No. 26 on the Canadian Hot 100, marking its success in the musical charts.
Official Music Video
The music video for "Fragile Bird" evokes a sense of unease and panic, mirroring the song's uneasy sentiment about nocturnal fear. Shot in black-and-white, the video showcases various dancers performing an interpretive routine, but does not feature Green himself.
Song's Lyrics
Owing to its deeply personal nature, the lyrics of "Fragile Bird" stand out for their raw honesty and emotional vulnerability, which in many ways have become synonymous with City and Colour's music.
Fan Reception
"Fragile Bird" quickly became a favorite among fans, becoming one of the most-streamed songs by City and Colour on multiple music platforms.
Critical Reception
Critics commend "Fragile Bird" for its haunting melodies and poignant lyrics, with many acknowledging how it establishes City and Colour as a distinctive voice in the indie/folk rock scene.
Live Performance
Despite the song's introspective nature, "Fragile Bird" has been performed live numerous times throughout City and Colour's tours, demonstrating its continuation as a strong crowd favourite.
Inspirational Value
The song's open conversation about mental health struggles, such as insomnia and anxiety, has been seen as inspiring and comforting by its listeners, making "Fragile Bird" an important song in modern music.

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