Opening Lyrics to Songs That I Love

#2: Moochild, Cure

I’ve had my eyes on you for a while, and though/
It seems the time isn’t right, I know/
You want the love that I’ve got to give/

This will probably be my favorite segment on my blog in a very long time! Welcome to Opening Lyrics to Songs That I Love!

“Cure” is the lead single from ‘Voyager’, the third album from the LA-based trio Moonchild – whose candid style of soul and new-school jazz has propelled them onto a swirling, emotionally charged journey of the heart. “Cure” has been met with upfront radio support from Gilles Peterson and Jamz Supernova, kind words from Soul Bounce & Saint Heron and was premiered via The Fader.

The moment “Cure” unfurls, so do the sweltering, bluesy vocals of Amber Navran, whose soothing words provide comfort as they ask for trust. Written about falling for somebody who’s still getting over their ex, Navran’s vocals croon over a bed of soft synth and keyboard flourishes that were inspired by Stevie Wonder’s ‘70s era. The beat is swathed in a cool LA sound, whilst saccharine guitar strums, and a newly found love for sampling bird songs are captured in glittering refrains.

What moves me about these opening lyrics? Amber is so creative and free with her voice. It is luring. It is calming. It is “stop right there and let me say this to you” worthy. I have replayed those very lyrics more times than I care to count. They are balm to a hurting soul. They are needed in times of anguish and pain. I hope they move you, too.

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For the next eight Sundays, I’ll share with you my favorite opening lyrics to songs I truly love. Maybe you’ll enjoy it. Maybe you won’t. Perhaps you’ll share favorite opening lyrics to songs you love as well. Perhaps you won’t. Either way, we’re going to have a good damn time.

See you next week!