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Like a million parachutes
The snow's coming down
I'll lock up the front door
And turn the lights down
In the glow of the street lights
I see them descend
Like a million parachutes
Small men on a mission
[Chorus]
I miss the warmth
And I miss the sun
I miss the ocean
I miss everyone
And I miss the bridges
That span across the bay
Tonight, it seems like ages ago
Like a million parachutes
the snow still falls
The dogs are asleep now
There's no one to call
I'll put on some records
And wait for the light
Under those million parachutes
Now a blanket of white.
[Chorus x2]
| Dave_Mack (Surfing the Breakers) | Posted: Mar 25, 2011 - 12:56 A beautiful song. |
| domine-astronomy | Posted: Mar 25, 2011 - 12:54 ah, this is my favourite song off this album, thank you so much for playing it! |
| coldatlantic (Toronto) | Posted: Feb 12, 2010 - 07:33 Was walking around downtown Toronto one cold wintery day, light snowfall, this song comes on my player. Sublime moment. |
| Pyro | Posted: May 04, 2009 - 10:19 Snooky wrote: Leigh Nash & Mark Slocum, formerly of Sixpence are on record as being Christians...their origins, early work & initial audiences were all drenched with conservative Christianity. At some point they sought a broader forum. Leigh is on record about inevitable impediments that come when touting a "Christian Band" label...it restricts exposure. Thus, some Christians in the music industry repackage their evangelistic message with veiled language & couch it among the genre of pop music. Sixpence & now, Leigh Nash in her new solo career seems to be continuing in this manner & the formula seems to work. Leighs "Christian" witness/testimony is in her upstanding character & life that she lives...she's the real deal, a very credible & humble-spirited person. She sees this as her ministry as opposed to wearing a big Cross & hitting fans over the head with a Bible
gotta love the girl. This type of "living the life I profess" is much more effective. Well stated. |
| Pyro | Posted: May 04, 2009 - 10:17 Love the Hammond B-3 (organ)! Very nice, overall. |
| rabid_wolf | Posted: Mar 02, 2009 - 08:48 "minds are like parachutes...sometimes they just don't work." I BASE jump, wonder what that means . . . |
| coloradojohn (Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, Japan -- 15 min. west of Shinjuku, center of the freaking Universe) | Posted: Jan 29, 2009 - 19:01 This, like some songs by The Sundays, just breaks my heart into a million tiny pieces...but I love it — its power is staggering; her voice is ethereal, the music is solid and soaring...and the sentiments are bittersweet and cutting. AMAZING, especially as I prepare for the journey ahead: a month in Santa Fe and the following month in Sun Valley. Let the healing begin! and here's hoping I'll be able to tap into RP at some points along the way...but, if not, a lifetime of tunes is in my head, no small thanks to God and RP! |
| snowcat (Cold, Frozen Minnesota) | Posted: Jan 29, 2009 - 18:56 Shimmering. |
| bronorb (Wisconsin) | Posted: Sep 25, 2008 - 08:02 wondertoofar wrote: I'm curious about this distinguishing of bands labeled "Christian". If we have a band in which some or all the members believe in anything else we don't label them as whatever that belief is followed by band. For example a Buddhist band or a Muslim band. This only happens for Christian bands. This doesn't stop with bands either. Curious. Don't you think? What do you think is behind that? Hate to keep this discussion going on too long but my first thought about a band labeled as "Christian" is that they ONLY write and play songs with a Christian theme or message. That is probably my prejudice (being non-religious) sneaking in. I don't listen to Christian music because I feel like I am being preached to and I had enough of that growing up Catholic. Having said all that, I think "My Sweet Lord" by George Harrison is a great song. |
| philbertr (Hurricane Target Florida) | Posted: Sep 25, 2008 - 08:01 cc_rider wrote: So the thing is, a 'Muslim' or 'Buddhist' band does not have the same intentions as a 'Christian' band: Muslims and Buddhists are not OBLIGATED to spread the word of their religion. Actually the Qur'an does obligate Muslims to testify to the truth that "there is but One God and Muhammed is his Prophet." But they are also relieved of further responsibility—i.e., if the person hearing the testimony choses unbelief, the consequences are on the listener. The Muslim, having testified, is not responsible for the refusal of the listener to believe. Contrast with some really obnoxious Christians ('so-called') who won't get out of your face if you refuse to believe exactly what they say you should believe. |
| skyguy (CO) | Posted: Jun 22, 2008 - 13:56 minds are like parachutes...sometimes they just don't work. |
| greyfin10 (Orlando) | Posted: Apr 20, 2008 - 16:03 wondertoofar wrote: I'm curious about this distinguishing of bands labeled "Christian"... It's unfortunately a lot simpler than that in my opinion, and it has little to do with religion per se. "Christian Music" is a well understood musical genre to the American Music Industry. As such it has been gifted with a nifty label, and we sheep (no pun intended) often go along with all sorts of marketing classification schemes, regardless of whether it benefits us as consumers. I can think of alot of music with Christian themes to some of their songs that in no way, shape, or form, fits the Christian Music demographic. Doesn't stop people from trying to put them in the bin with bands that do. Ok... its also human nature to want to classify things into neat and comfortable boxes. But I think people are discouraged by the "industry" from breaking those natural tendencies. This is WHY Radioparadise is so very very valuable to us. Its a person (or a few I suppose) who want to share music with you. They don't need to position their content to fit the demographic they are trying to sell to... so they don't care if you go "WTH? This isn't what I expected to hear". Gee... I really lost the thread there. I guess I agree that pigeonholing is bad... people should stop doing that stuff... and umm... yay Bill? Ok, that's it. |
| philbertr (Hurricane Target Florida) | Posted: Apr 20, 2008 - 15:57 ploafmaster wrote: But my oh my, wouldn't a set of Chomsky lyrics be really cool? Or at least thought provoking? Chomsky writes lyrics, too?? Or just linguistics? |
| dunno (somewhere between here and over there) | Posted: Apr 20, 2008 - 15:52 interesting voice. who is this girl ? |
| trekhead (HORTA-Culture) | Posted: Nov 15, 2007 - 09:38 ahoylola wrote: i agree. many people wander too far from the music itself and try to find meaning from what they feel is "the message". Is there really a "message" in this tune? Sometimes a band just happens to be good AND believing. Not being snarky, I agree with your agreement. I ,too find it interesting and inexplicable. |
| auburntigerrich (The Loveliest Village on the Plains) | Posted: Nov 15, 2007 - 09:35 This is delicious. Never thought I'd enjoy a Sixpence song enough to make me think about buying an album. Soaring. Love the piano. Outstanding, in my ears. |
| cc_rider (Austin Texas. Y'all.) | Posted: Nov 15, 2007 - 09:34 wondertoofar wrote: I'm curious about this distinguishing of bands labeled "Christian". If we have a band in which some or all the members believe in anything else we don't label them as whatever that belief is followed by band. For example a Buddhist band or a Muslim band. This only happens for Christian bands. This doesn't stop with bands either. Curious. Don't you think? What do you think is behind that? I'll offer one explanation. One of the principles of Christianity is 'evangelism', aka 'spreading the good news of Jesus Christ'. This is a basic tenet of Christianity, that Christians are OBLIGATED to try and convert as many people as possible. Obviously some groups are more aggressive than others, but it explains why Mormons have such a strong missionary program (although not everyone believes Mormons are Christians, but that's another discussion). So the thing is, a 'Muslim' or 'Buddhist' band does not have the same intentions as a 'Christian' band: Muslims and Buddhists are not OBLIGATED to spread the word of their religion. Just a thought. I kind of like 'Sixpence', and not just because they're local kids. c. |
| PurplePrincess (Mountainburg AR) | Posted: Apr 01, 2007 - 22:22 
Oh dear, pretty insipid, as is all their music that I have heard, but it was short, sweet, didn't last long so I sucked it up and waited patiently for the next song. |
| Snooky (Riverside, CA) | Posted: Mar 11, 2007 - 22:38 flyfree wrote: Probably a fear of Christian fundamentalism -- the need to identify and separate. Isn't that most most labeling is about? Brain food.... Leigh Nash & Mark Slocum, formerly of Sixpence are on record as being Christians...their origins, early work & initial audiences were all drenched with conservative Christianity. At some point they sought a broader forum. Leigh is on record about inevitable impediments that come when touting a "Christian Band" label...it restricts exposure. Thus, some Christians in the music industry repackage their evangelistic message with veiled language & couch it among the genre of pop music. Sixpence & now, Leigh Nash in her new solo career seems to be continuing in this manner & the formula seems to work. Leighs "Christian" witness/testimony is in her upstanding character & life that she lives...she's the real deal, a very credible & humble-spirited person. She sees this as her ministry as opposed to wearing a big Cross & hitting fans over the head with a Bible gotta love the girl. |
| Mari (île de lesvos) | Posted: Feb 14, 2007 - 00:49 very pretty, very tenacious  |
| eskles | Posted: Jan 30, 2007 - 08:20 Pretty........tedious. |
| pennantpro | Posted: Jan 30, 2007 - 08:19 A lovely tune, but there are many better kick ass songs on this CD, beginning with the first "Breathe Your Name". I'd hope there'd be room for more from these guys on RP. |
| lmic (Uniondale, NY) | Posted: Dec 17, 2006 - 15:12 Now gimme A Million Pair-A-Shoes and I'll be *really* happy. 
I like these guys. A 7 for Sixpence. |
| Inamorato | Posted: Oct 05, 2006 - 12:52 If you like this, you will probably like Leigh Nash's (the vocalist here) new album, Blue on Blue, which has more of a pop sound than Sixpence. |
| canz (Narbonne, France) | Posted: May 19, 2006 - 04:07 What about Harri Krishna bands? Harri-Harri Rama! Love a bit of monk-rock! |
| ahoylola (35° 37' N - 120° 85' W) | Posted: May 04, 2006 - 14:35 wondertoofar wrote: I'm curious about this distinguishing of bands labeled "Christian". If we have a band in which some or all the members believe in anything else we don't label them as whatever that belief is followed by band. For example a Buddhist band or a Muslim band. This only happens for Christian bands. This doesn't stop with bands either. Curious. Don't you think? What do you think is behind that? i agree. many people wander too far from the music itself and try to find meaning from what they feel is "the message". |
| flyfree (West Egg) | Posted: May 04, 2006 - 14:30 wondertoofar wrote: I'm curious about this distinguishing of bands labeled "Christian". If we have a band in which some or all the members believe in anything else we don't label them as whatever that belief is followed by band. For example a Buddhist band or a Muslim band. This only happens for Christian bands. This doesn't stop with bands either. Curious. Don't you think? What do you think is behind that? Probably a fear of Christian fundamentalism -- the need to identify and separate. Isn't that most most labeling is about? Brain food.... |
| wondertoofar (There and back again) | Posted: Apr 09, 2006 - 22:37 hippiechick wrote: I do like the sound of her voice. And I think they are a god band, even though they are considered a "Christian" band.
I'm curious about this distinguishing of bands labeled "Christian". If we have a band in which some or all the members believe in anything else we don't label them as whatever that belief is followed by band. For example a Buddhist band or a Muslim band. This only happens for Christian bands. This doesn't stop with bands either. Curious. Don't you think? What do you think is behind that? |
| jone_ston | Posted: Apr 05, 2006 - 10:44 GunnerXP wrote: Surprising to hear from Sixpence; I was sure this band was dead. In any case, not a bad tune.
Acutally they broke up right after they released this album. I was kind of sad about it, though I thought this album didnn't live up to their previous one, which is probably my favorite album ever. |
| ploafmaster (Richmond, VA) | Posted: Apr 05, 2006 - 10:08 Baby_M wrote: I rather liked "Kiss Me." Not every song is, or should be, a two-chord rap-metal rant against globalization, SUVs, and running water, with lyrics by Noam Chomsky. But my oh my, wouldn't a set of Chomsky lyrics be really cool? Or at least thought provoking? |
| hippiechick | Posted: Apr 05, 2006 - 10:04 I do like the sound of her voice. And I think they are a god band, even though they are considered a "Christian" band. |
| rgrace (Rio Nido, CA) | Posted: Mar 21, 2006 - 17:23 I was thinking more like earlier Fleetwood Mac, Future Games time frame.... |
| fluorophore (Alexandria, VA) | Posted: Feb 20, 2006 - 06:42 snurfer wrote: i thought i heard mazzy star...
 the sundays. |
| snurfer (Silesia, Poland) | Posted: Feb 10, 2006 - 02:56 i thought i heard mazzy star... |
| kaupmees | Posted: Jan 26, 2006 - 11:43 GunnerXP wrote: A million parachutes? That seems a little excessive...
Surprising to hear from Sixpence; I was sure this band was dead. In any case, not a bad tune. They're snowflakes, Gunner... a million isn't excessive. |
| GunnerXP (Ottawa, Canada) | Posted: Jan 26, 2006 - 10:07 A million parachutes? That seems a little excessive... Surprising to hear from Sixpence; I was sure this band was dead. In any case, not a bad tune. |
| PattonFever (wherever i go, there i am.) | Posted: Dec 23, 2005 - 21:09 larz wrote: This sounds just like that "The Best Day of the Year" song by Shane Nicholson on here. Same chord progression, anyway.
i can hear that, a little. |
| PattonFever (wherever i go, there i am.) | Posted: Dec 23, 2005 - 21:06 i really appreciate this tune. :) |
| AlexDinamo (Monterrey, Mexico) | Posted: Oct 26, 2005 - 11:21 Sixpence is one of my favorite bands. They have great, great songs that sound pure to me. The lyrics are profound and worth a careful read, if you haven't. Don't be mislead byt their covers ("There she goes") or by the easy "Kiss me", though, is a beautifully written, melancholic poem. And boy: you gotta love that girl and her astonishing angelic voice. Did I say they're one of my favorites? Alex |
| Baby_M (a 100-year old building in downtown Akron, Ohio) | Posted: Oct 26, 2005 - 11:20 jstevep00 wrote: . . . And everyone lighten up, it's not their fault people fell in love with "Kiss Me" and the radios played it into oblivion. It's just a harmless, sacharine (sp?) love song. Just about every band does one of those in their career.
I rather liked "Kiss Me." Not every song is, or should be, a two-chord rap-metal rant against globalization, SUVs, and running water, with lyrics by Noam Chomsky. |
| Shesdifferent (Just visiting this planet) | Posted: May 08, 2005 - 08:57 I really like the carefree sound of this band....did they do more than two albums or am I really out of touch here? |
| sonahawk | Posted: Mar 25, 2005 - 08:55 Simply elegant! |
| larz (too close for comfort) | Posted: Jan 10, 2005 - 15:16 This sounds just like that "The Best Day of the Year" song by Shane Nicholson on here. Same chord progression, anyway. |
| randomprime (Madison, WI) | Posted: Jun 18, 2004 - 12:39 I can never, ever, forgive 6p ntr for their dreadful, horrific, meritless cover of the La's "There She Goes." Suck, suck, suck. Just mentioning it makes me feel dirty. |
| ladyj (Owosso, Mi) | Posted: Jun 09, 2004 - 12:24 yes this song reminds me a lot of the sundays too. wish harriet wheeler had some new stuff to listen to. |
| pseudafred (Work, MD) | Posted: Jun 09, 2004 - 12:21 fubarsnafu wrote: Damn nice.
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| fubarsnafu | Posted: Jun 05, 2004 - 06:53 Damn nice. |
| mc (Dallas) | Posted: May 09, 2004 - 21:26 Regarding the Innocence Mission... I'd be up for some "Black Seep Wall" around here... anyone got it?? |
| Hoomiester (Palmyra, Virginia (Charlottesville)) | Posted: Apr 07, 2004 - 14:06 This is a great song to end the workday on. Mellow and an opening that blows you away. I like it!  |
| cycleman (Redding, Connecticut) | Posted: Apr 07, 2004 - 14:06 For those who like this vibe...and the Innocence Mission vibe...I got a new act from Brooklyn NY called Last Town Chorus....watch for them...female singer plays lap steel. |