Flourish is an ecstatic song by Cosmic Butterflies [And A Bear]. It is with great elation and humble paws that we celebrate our first studio recording, first music video, and first public presentation as a 9-piece band.
The Music Video
The Song
Every wildflower knows how to hold the earth
Aware of the way of the wind we remember to bend
When we bear fruit we present our seeds to the breeze
Trusting the wind to allow us to continue to flourish
Flourish [4x]
[And] with our roots planted firm in the dirt
We open our petals to the heavens
Bathing in the light that purifies
Bringing that energy inward
Every wild animal knows how to tread lightly
Soft paws gentle hooves we remember the shush of the sea
Moving like the ocean in motion inside of us
Trusting the water to allow us to continue to flourish
Flourish [4x]
[And] with our roots planted firm in the dirt
We open our petals to the heavens
Bathing in the light that purifies
Bringing that energy inward
Every wildfire knows its role in the Medicine Wheel
To end one cycle for a new life cycle to begin
We burn like the phoenix and return to the dawn of a new day
Trusting the fire to allow us to continue to flourish
Flourish [4x]
[And] with our roots planted firm in the dirt
We open our petals to the heavens
Bathing in the light that purifies
Bringing that energy inward
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The Story
This is a medicine song about rootedness, which gives us a firm foundation to spring up fromālike flowers that bloom in the sun. We all know what happens to trees with shallow roots, falling flat. With deep roots, we sprout, climb, sway, bud, blossom, bring the bees, bear fruit, and reproduce. Woo!
Flourish is an optimistic look on life, filled with trust that the natural forces of the wind, water, fire, and earth will work their wonders. The four elements flow and shift, relieving and releasing for the benefit of all life on a common course of expansion. In this way, we grow and prosper together. We flourish.
Also noteworthy is the distinct format of this song, and other originals you’ll soon hear. These are singalongs, with call-and-response stanzas that invite you to interact and join in, making the music open and spirited. Our intention is to co-create harmonious waves, with you included.
The Acknowledgements
Written by Cabe Lindsay and offered to David Allan. Performed by Cosmic Butterflies [And A Bear]: Cabe Lindsay, Kate Lindsay, David Thunder, Sarrah Martin, Jacqueline May, Vic Wheeler, Matt Dietrichson, Shiloh Travis, and Cheryl Gallagher. Produced by Matt Meli at Orb Recording Studios in Austin, Texas. Video by ARISE Video Studio.
Finally, we acknowledge you. You are among the first to see and hear us in action. Thank you for your early interest and attention. Thank you for being a friend and a kindred spirit with us. One day soon, we hope to build the soundscape with you. Hugs and high-fives!