Hive Open Mic ( #openmic ) is a global community celebrating live music on Hive. Each week is a new event, encouraging musicians to share songs with an international audience.
In this week's Hive Open Mic event, we gather to celebrate our love for nature and Mother Earth. This song speaks to our deep-rooted connection with her. It invites us to recognize her presence in every aspect of our lives and to surrender ourselves to the beauty, power, and wisdom she offers. My wish is that we walk lightly on the Earth, appreciating her wonders, striving for a sustainable and harmonious coexistence with nature.
The song I'm sharing here introduces the concept of "Grandmother" as representation of Mother Earth herself. Grandmother is not only present in the obvious elements like fountains and mountains but also in the intangible forces that surround us. She is in the wind that whispers through the trees and the fire that warms our souls.
As the song progresses, the fire reminds me of a spiritual connection with nature, with its sparkles, smoke, and embers. It is our respect for the elements that sustains us on our Earthwalk. The attitude of gratitude allows us to receive the gifts of the light and heat that the fire provides, acknowledging the life-giving energy of the Earth herself.
This song reminds us that Mother Earth is an integral part of everything in our worldly existence, encompassing all aspects of our lives. The repetition of the phrase "Over and under us" suggests that the influence of nature extends beyond the surface level, reaching deep into our souls, and surrounding us from every direction.
The final verse introduces the act of shaking maracas, a rhythmic motion that represents drawing energy from both the ground and the sky. It signifies our desire to harmonize with the natural forces surrounding us. By pulling energy from the Earth and the sky, we empower ourselves, in alignment with the balance and harmony of the universe.
Over And Under Us
Swimming down below the surface
Entering waters deep
Surrendering to what lies beneath
She is in the fountain
She is in the wind and the fire
She is in the mountain
Prayers rising with smoke and embers
Bringing the flames higher
Surrendering to the light and heat
Over and under us...
Shaking maracas up and down
Pulling energy from the sky
Shaking maracas low and high
Over and under us...
Acknowledgements
Hive Open Mic - Week 165 is underway right now, with the current theme: “In Love with Nature and Mother Earth." We introduce new themes every Sunday, inviting musicians to share a common current. Musicians always have full freedom to bring whatever music feels inspired in the moment. There is still time to jump in and enjoy this week's Hive Open Mic event!