Light Me Up

Birdy

About Light Me Up

"Light Me Up" is a song by English musician Birdy. The song was released as a digital download on 23 February 2014 in the United Kingdom, as the third single from her second studio album, Fire Within (2013). The song was written by Birdy, Trey Starxx, Tom Hull and produced by Rich Costey.


Year:
2013
4:15
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I'm finding my heart using my hands
You're my feet on the ground, my footprints
From where I began, I still carry your love
I feel your love

Untie this cord, we don't need it no more
Wherever we are, I'm yours always
It flows in my blood, I still carry your love
I feel your love

We start running, running
To escape this town
We don't know where we're going
'Til we turn round
And I keep on running, running
I don't slow down
And if I'm lost where shadows fall

You light me up when all I see is darkness
You light me up when I'm down
And if I fall apart, you know where to find my pieces
Where they're gonna be found

Keep my eyes shut, safe in this trust
You're all that I need, my senses
Shinning on me, I still carry your love
I feel your love

We start running, running
To escape this town
We don't know where we're going
'Til we turn round
And I keep on running, running
I don't slow down
If I'm lost where shadows fall

You light me up when all I see is darkness
You light me up when I'm down
And if I fall apart, you know where to find my pieces
Where they're gonna be found

You light me up when all I see is darkness
You light me up when I'm down
And if I fall apart, you know where to find my pieces
Where they're gonna be found

I'm finding my heart using my hands
You're my feet on the ground, my footprints
From where I began, I still carry your love
I feel your love

You light me up when all I see is darkness
You light me up when I'm down
And if I fall apart, you know where to find my pieces
Where they're gonna be found

You light me up when all I see is darkness
You light me up when I'm down
And if I fall apart, you know where to find my pieces
Where they're gonna be found

I'm finding my heart using my hands
You're my feet on the ground, my footprints

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Birdy

Jasmine van den Bogaerde (born 15 May 1996), also known by her stage name Birdy, is an English musician. She won the music competition Open Mic UK in 2008, at the age of 12. Her version of Bon Iver's "Skinny Love" was successful, peaking inside the top twenty of the charts in her native United Kingdom and in some other European countries. Her self-titled debut album Birdy was released on 7 November 2011. more »

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Written by: JASMINE LUCILLA ELISABETH VAN DEN BOGAERDE, TOM HULL

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Song Release
"Light Me Up" by Birdy was released as part of her second studio album, "Fire Within," on September 23, 2013.
Genre
The song belongs to the Indie Pop, Indie Folk, and Pop genres.
Songwriter
"Light Me Up" was co-written by Jasmine van den Bogaerde (Birdy's real name) along with Ryan Tedder and Brent Kutzle.
Producer
Two people produced "Light Me Up" - Ryan Tedder, a member of the band 'OneRepublic', and Rich Costey.
Album Success
Birdy's album "Fire Within," which features "Light Me Up," peaked at number eight on the UK Album Charts, showcasing the popularity of the song and its contribution.
Music Video
The official music video for "Light Me Up" released on YouTube in December 2014 features a mixture of live performances and behind-the-scenes footage.
Critical Reception
Despite not being released as a single, "Light Me Up" received a positive response from both audiences and critics, with many praising its upbeat tempo and uplifting message.
Song Interpretation
"Light Me Up" is interpreted as a song about finding a love that brightens all the dark corners of your mind and life.
Impact on Birdy's Career
This song and its parent album helped to diversify Birdy's discography beyond the covers for which she first gained prominence, solidifying her status as a versatile artist.
Versatile Voice
Birdy's performance in "Light Me Up" shows the maturity and versatility in her voice and her capability to grace different music genres.
Tour Impact
"Light Me Up" became a fan favorite during Birdy's live tours, further demonstrating its popularity.
Influence
Ryan Tedder's influence is noticeable in "Light Me Up" through the catchy tune, showing the blend of Birdy's style with Tedder's trademark sound.

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