This Little Bird
Roy Orbison · Other Songs - Roy Orbison
There's a little bird that somebody sends
Down to the earth to live on the wind.
Born on the wind and he sleeps on the wind
This little bird that somebody sends.
He's light and fragile and feathered sky blue,
So thin and graceful the sun shines through.
This little bird who lives on the wind,
This little bird that somebody sends.
He flies so high up in the sky
Out of reach of human eye.
And the only time that he touches the ground
Is when that little bird
Is when that little bird
Is when that little bird dies.
Down to the earth to live on the wind.
Born on the wind and he sleeps on the wind
This little bird that somebody sends.
He's light and fragile and feathered sky blue,
So thin and graceful the sun shines through.
This little bird who lives on the wind,
This little bird that somebody sends.
He flies so high up in the sky
Out of reach of human eye.
And the only time that he touches the ground
Is when that little bird
Is when that little bird
Is when that little bird dies.
This Little Bird - Roy Orbison
Roy Orbison's 'This Little Bird' stands as a poignant example of his signature emotional depth and lush orchestral arrangements. While often associated with his later period, the track exemplifies the dramatic vocal control and atmospheric production that defined his career. The song reflects Orbison's ability to blend rock energy with classical sensibilities, creating a soundscape that resonates deeply with listeners. As part of his extensive discography, the recording showcases his mastery of building tension and release, a hallmark of his work from the 1960s through the 1970s. The composition remains a testament to his unique ability to convey complex feelings through music alone.