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Little Bird

by East of June

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"As a parent there is no greater fear than watching your child let go of your hand and tackle life's uncertainties and challenges on their own," says bassist and parent Dirk Lance (formerly of INCUBUS). "There is also no greater joy and sense of accomplishment to be had in this world than watching them discover what they are truly capable of without you."

Vocalist Emily Rath adds, "Creatively, I felt a strong connection to my own life writing these lyrics because as an only child I was somewhat of a late bloomer in many ways and felt a little more anxiety about leaving my comfort zone than others my age. However, I knew that when I did, I would always have the support and love of my family to carry me regardless of how far away I went. I wanted to show that idea in the song by exploring how hard it can be for not only the child, but the parent too who knows that you can't truly discover who you were meant to be without taking risks, learning your own lessons and flying away from the nest even when you're scared."

lyrics

She was taking her time
Baby steps inside the lines
Last one in the nest to go
But I told her, this will always be home

So fly away, little bird, little bird
It’s time to wander without knowing
Fly away, little bird
If you stay you won’t start growing

I saw her eyes getting wide
She doesn’t know that she’ll be fine
Only one way to find out
But I told her, let your wings open up now

So fly away, little bird, little bird
It’s time to wander without knowing
Fly away, little bird
If you stay you won’t start growing

Growing, growing, growing

I was once where she was too
I didn’t know what I could do
It took a push to get me gone
And now the cycle must go on and on and on

So fly away, little bird, little bird
It’s time to wander without knowing
Fly away, little bird
If you stay you won’t start growing

It goes on and on and on…
It goes on and on and on and on and on..
Little bird, little bird

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released September 4, 2020
Written & Performed by Emily Rath, Kyle Mortensen, Alex Katunich
Produced by East of June
Mixed by Thai Long Ly
Mastered by Robert Hadley at Hadley Mastering

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East of June Los Angeles, California

East of June is an alternative rock band from Los Angeles. Emily Rath (vocals), Kyle Mortensen (guitars), and Dirk Lance (bass).

For sync and licensing please contact eastofjunemusic@gmail.com

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