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The Messenger

by Ch'Lu and Waseem Hussain

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An uplifting song that came to me whilst locking eyes with a red-breasted robin. I wrote the lyrics in a few minutes and later learned they were totally in line with the symbolic meaning of robins throughout time. I have always heard birds be described as 'God's Messenger', and now I know that robins specifically are known to symbolise protection and reassurance during times of great change. The message of this song is indeed that you are not alone; that strength, support, connection, and hope is with you.

The song is a remote-collaboration with Waseem Hussain & Ch'Lu. Lyrics, vocals, and guitar composed and performed by Ch'Lu. Keyboard arrangement by Waseem Hussain.

Photo by Ch'Lu

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As the robin pecked into the feed
With it’s rust-feathered chest,
My heart expanded.

I had time
To put attention
On the daily beauty
That had until now
Been unfolding unnoticed.

The robin looked across at me
As if sensing the unfamiliar presence.
But there was nothing but love in it’s eyes.

“There’s room for one more”,
It said, without a sound.

And I smiled,
Without moving my mouth.

Tears trickled into our stare.
And I filled with hope.
I no longer felt alone.
Felt alone.

I want to be a robin,
And fly into someone’s garden;
And let them know
They are not alone.
Not alone.

credits

released February 21, 2023
The song is a remote-collaboration with Waseem Hussain & Ch'Lu. Lyrics, vocals, and guitar composed and performed by Ch'Lu. Keyboard arrangement by Waseem Hussain.

Photo by Ch'Lu

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BBC6 MUSIC - Chris Hawkins, DJ

"A beautiful, captivating and delicious chanteuse”

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KATE BUSH:

"Your song is playing in the office here!"

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LEFT BANK MAGAZINE, USA

"Don’t forget this name”

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GREEN BANANA WORLD, JAPAN:

"Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds…mesmerizing …a wondrous journey."

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