Butterfly

Hollies · Butterfly [2005]

We met on the shore of a lemonade lake

Weeping willows looked down where we lay

Orange blossoms I smell in your hair

Butterfly, flutter by, butterfly by

Waterfalls send your ripples to us

Here on the shore of the lemonade lake

Pond lilies play hide and seek with the fish

Rabbit run, run rabbit, rabbit run by

Roaring mountain is standing close by

Covered with snowdrops and glistening with dew

I hear the sound of a small hummingbird

I took your hand and I waltzed off with you

Come to the top of the mountain with me

Jump on a cloud and we'll float to and fro

Seeing the countryside covered with grass

And the top of the mountain with candy-floss and snow

Butterfly lazily drinking the sun

Lavishly sprinkled and painted with gold

Here in the land of the mist and the lake

Me and my true love will never grow old

Butterfly - Hollies

Hollies' 2005 recording of Butterfly stands as a poignant addition to the band's extensive catalogue, reflecting their enduring commitment to melodic pop and soulful harmonies. While the group achieved significant commercial success in the 1960s with hits like Long Cool Woman and Bus Stop, this later release demonstrates their continued relevance and ability to craft emotionally resonant material. The track utilizes the signature rich vocal arrangements that defined their earlier work, blending classic British pop sensibilities with a matured musical approach. Released on the Butterfly album, the song serves as a testament to the band's longevity, offering listeners a glimpse into their artistic evolution beyond their most famous era. It captures the essence of their songwriting tradition, focusing on themes of longing and connection through timeless instrumentation and vocal interplay.