The album continues the story of the project, following the previous audiovisuals kin (2012) and bounty (2010/2011).
The 67 minutes-long 'BLUE film' was released in February 2015, on their webside, currently (January 2021) available as physical DVD, and for streaming on Vimeo, containing exclusive bridges and a hidden 11th chapter, "dive".
fountain
iamamiwhoami Lyrics
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Dust to dust, so we leave for good
When all has gone to blazes I start to run
Until I find places where nobody's gone
No more weight on your conscience
With ease, I go back to the start
Surge like a fountain
Riptide
And swallow me
Flourish like a fountain
Inside
Gather force from the sea
Now you're new and shiny
Hold tight
Let it wash me clean
Crawling through deafening cold
Turning head, there's no sight of home
Though my body's aching, we have to push on
For every start, no line is drawn
Surge like a fountain
Riptide
And swallow me
Flourish like a fountain
Inside
Gather force from the sea
Now you're new and shiny
Hold tight
Let it wash me clean
From watching eyes I blindly rove
To guard my stories and find my god
What lies beyond the fringe of the woods?
Dust to dust, so we leave for good
The lyrics to iamamiwhoami’s “Fountain” are rife with metaphors, inviting the listener to interpret their meaning on multiple levels. At the core of the song is a sense of pushing forward through adversity, of the search for a safe and pure refuge in the midst of chaos. The first verse describes leaving behind the destruction that is sweeping through and seeking a new path that is untrodden, where pain and burdens have no weight.
The chorus of the song takes on a more spiritual tone, with references to rebirth, baptism, and purification. The singer talks about surging like a fountain, drawing strength from the sea, and washing clean the negatives. Fountains have often been symbols of renewal and purity across various cultures, and in this song it represents the singer’s longing to be reborn and refreshed.
The bridge of the song speaks to the importance of preserving individual stories and experiences. The singer declares that they will guard their stories against those who would seek to harm or exploit them, implying that these stories may hold keys to the singer’s personal understanding of the divine.
Line by Line Meaning
What lies beyond the fringe of the woods?
Curiosity about the unknown and what lies beyond the familiar.
Dust to dust, so we leave for good
The inevitability of death and the end of our physical existence.
When all has gone to blazes I start to run
Escaping from chaos and destruction, seeking refuge and solace.
Until I find places where nobody's gone
Discovering new, unexplored spaces free from the influence of others.
No more weight on your conscience
Relief from guilt or responsibility, feeling unburdened and free.
With ease, I go back to the start
A return to simplicity or beginnings, unencumbered by baggage.
Surge like a fountain
A sudden, powerful burst of energy or emotion, like a geyser erupting.
Riptide
The strong current or force of an ocean wave, taking control and carrying away.
And swallow me
Being consumed or overwhelmed by something larger or stronger than oneself.
Flourish like a fountain
Blossoming, growing, and thriving, like a source of life-giving water.
Inside
A profound inner experience or transformation, happening within oneself.
Gather force from the sea
Drawing strength, inspiration, or energy from the vastness and unpredictability of the ocean.
Now you're new and shiny
Emerging renewed, revitalized, or reborn, with a bright, fresh outlook.
Hold tight
Clinging to something precious or meaningful, despite adversity or turbulence.
Let it wash me clean
Purification, cleansing, or renewal, as if being washed by a healing source of water.
Crawling through deafening cold
Progressing slowly and painfully through harsh, unyielding conditions or environments.
Turning head, there's no sight of home
Feeling lost, alone, or disconnected, without a sense of familiarity or belonging.
Though my body's aching, we have to push on
Enduring physical or emotional pain, despite its toll on oneself, to achieve a goal or reach a destination.
For every start, no line is drawn
The potential for limitless beginnings and opportunities, without predetermined paths or barriers.
From watching eyes I blindly rove
Exploring without the constraints or expectations of others, free from judgment or scrutiny.
To guard my stories and find my god
Protecting personal experiences and beliefs, seeking understanding or spiritual connection.
Contributed by Leah H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.