The Shortest Day of the Year

The winter solstice is a moment of wonder and quiet mystery.
It marks the longest night and shortest day of the year, a cosmic turning point where darkness begins to wane, and the light starts its slow, steady return. Throughout history, this celestial event has been a source of awe and inspiration, celebrated for its promise of renewal and transformation.
With music by Magda and lyrics by Malena Marcase “The shortest day of the year” was written for the listeners that are seeking comfort during the darker months.
It is a consolation and tender reminder that even in the darkest moments, the light is never far away.
It was composed during the winter solstice of 2020.
It's dedicated to my nephew, baby Christopher, born on December 30th, 2024
LYRICS
"On the shortest day of the year
The darkest day of the year
I wait
I’m waiting for a moment
just a little moment till I start coming your way.
On the longest night in the sky
When the weary dream of July
Believe
Watch a moonglade ripple
Mystic as a riddle
And know that surely it’ll
Grow to light your tired way
When the days, turn to a chill
And the nights, grow colder still
Hang on
While the earth is sleeping
Hush your silent weeping
The promise I am keeping
Carries on
When it seems there’s no end in site
To the dark, to the absence of light
Just wait
Wait a little moment, just a little moment
Til you see me coming your way
With nothing more between us
mercury and venus
Ne’er am I so far away"
CREDITS
released December 20, 2024
music written by Magdalini Giannikou
lyrics written by Malena Marcase and Magdalini Giannikou
produced by Magdalini Giannikou
performed by
Joanna Kucharczyk : piano, vocals
Haggai Cohen-Milo : upright bass
Magdalini Giannikou : vocals
Malena Marcase : vocals
Celine Mireille : vocals
Illustrations by Armando Fuentes and Amanda Mijangos
Recorded by Adria Serrano
Vocal Production by Malena Marcase
Mixed by Dani Castelar
Mastered by Tom Beuchel
Released on Okeanófono.

[@oscarsoo1]

Magda，I enjoyed your 440s2 performance today and was deeply moved by your infectious energy.

[@ehc5428]

Same here🎉

[@FabriceTerrade]

Sweet! Welcome Christopher 🙂.