Birds by Elton John - Lyrics and Translation

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Birds

Elton John

Birds

Song byElton John

in AlbumSongs From The West Coast

There's some things I don't have now

Some things I don't talk about

These things are between myself and I

In my thick skull the joker hides

There's consequences I'm scared to taste

Cold hard truths I can't face

These days are different than the past

Reflections change in the looking glass

And everywhere I look there's something to learn

A sliver of truth from every bridge we burn

A hatful of quarters and a naked song

Don't answer the question of where we belong

How come birds

Don't fall from the sky when they die

How come birds

Always look for a quiet place to hide

These words

Can't explain what I feel inside

Like birds I need a quiet place to hide

These independent moves I make

This confidence I try to fake

You can hear the beating of my heart

But not a feather falling in the dark

And everything I hear never makes any sense

Another old prophet perched on the fence

A cupful of pencils and a self help guru

Don't answer the question of what I am to you

LanguageEnglish

Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Birds by Elton John is a song about freedom, self-reflection, and overcoming limitations. The lyrics use the metaphor of birds to illustrate the idea of breaking free from constraints and embracing change. Key themes in the song include liberation, personal growth, and resilience. Poignant moments include references to letting go of the past and stepping into a new, more authentic way of living. The song encourages listeners to soar above challenges and embrace their true selves.