Bird Cage Blue And Yellow

Yaelokre's song 'Bird Cage Blue And Yellow' is a poetic exploration of confinement and the yearning for freedom. The imagery of a bird cage painted in blue and yellow evokes a sense of beauty trapped within boundaries. This metaphor extends to the candles and bare windows, suggesting a life that is illuminated yet restricted, with the 'upturned smiles of portraits' hinting at a facade of happiness masking deeper discontent.

The lyrics delve into the theme of stagnation with 'flowers never talk, they never want, they never need,' portraying a life that is ornamental but devoid of true vitality. The 'cradle gilded' symbolizes a luxurious yet suffocating environment where growth is stunted. The mention of 'eyes of silver, mirror, mirror' and 'thread on wood and steel' introduces the idea of reflection and the struggle to maintain control over one's destiny, with the question of who will 'kneel' highlighting the power dynamics at play.

As the song progresses, the narrator questions the imposed silence and the expectation to conform, symbolized by 'dawning pretty laces' and 'weaving capes of gold.' The desire to break free from these constraints is evident in the declaration, 'I can be different, I can't be puppeted.' The imagery of a 'garden evergreen' and 'branches meet my steps' signifies a journey towards self-discovery and liberation, with the 'fences frozen in a dance' representing the barriers that have yet to be overcome. The song concludes with a mix of languages, adding a universal dimension to the quest for freedom and self-expression, as the repeated phrases 'Malayang maya' and 'Malayo-layo' resonate with the theme of liberation.