Burning with Optimism’s Flames XTC
"Burning with Optimism’s Flames" by XTC, released in 1989, is a #Rock song that explores themes of hope and resilience amidst societal challenges. The lyrics convey a sense of determination and positivity despite adversity. Musically, it features intricate melodies and clever arrangements. The song reflects the band's unique blend of wit and emotional depth, resonating with listeners seeking inspiration.
[Verse 1]
Never seen her glowing
All that bright she's throwing like some aurora
From her head, it's growing
Reaching to the ground
And all around like a Navajo blanket
Never heard her singing
Now she's gently ringing like copper wind chimes
What on earth is bringing up this stream?
The cat who got the cream is licking her lips
And smiling like her Cheshire cousin
[Pre-Chorus]
She claims she's found a way to make her own light
All you do is smile, you banish the night
[Chorus]
She says she's burning with optimism's flames, away, away
She says she's burning up all her guilts and shames, away, away
She says she's burning with optimism's flames, away, away
She says she's burning up
Burning up
[Verse 2]
Now you see I'm smiling
Back to juveniling
I learnt her lesson, in like flint and styling
All the world is neatly curled
Around my littlest finger
I can't stop this grinning
So assume I'm winning
Threw pessimism in the air, it's spinning
Crashing to the floor and nevermore will it lure me away
With sweets and shiny things just like a magpie
Never seen her glowing
All that bright she's throwing like some aurora
From her head, it's growing
Reaching to the ground
And all around like a Navajo blanket
Never heard her singing
Now she's gently ringing like copper wind chimes
What on earth is bringing up this stream?
The cat who got the cream is licking her lips
And smiling like her Cheshire cousin
[Pre-Chorus]
She claims she's found a way to make her own light
All you do is smile, you banish the night
[Chorus]
She says she's burning with optimism's flames, away, away
She says she's burning up all her guilts and shames, away, away
She says she's burning with optimism's flames, away, away
She says she's burning up
Burning up
[Verse 2]
Now you see I'm smiling
Back to juveniling
I learnt her lesson, in like flint and styling
All the world is neatly curled
Around my littlest finger
I can't stop this grinning
So assume I'm winning
Threw pessimism in the air, it's spinning
Crashing to the floor and nevermore will it lure me away
With sweets and shiny things just like a magpie
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