In 2011 he released 60/40 showcasing the “Haunted/ New Romantic/ Funk” sound as described. 60/40 has brought attention to the works of 18K, Being Initally released on 10 “Fashion Sampler” VHS cassettes and sold in local KC record shops.
Desire
18 Carat Affair Lyrics
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dododoooo
I'll some the night
dododooo
I took you free
dododoooo
It's our story now
a h h h h
I'll some the night
I took you free
It's our story now
(V a p o r w a v e)
The lyrics to 18 Carat Affair's song "Desire" appear to be somewhat cryptic, leaving open the possibility of multiple interpretations. One possible interpretation is that the singer is recounting a night spent with a lover, "summoning the night" together and feeling free in each other's company. The line "it's our story now" perhaps suggests that this night was significant, even transformative, and that the two people involved now share a secret history that binds them together.
Another possible interpretation is that the singer is describing a creation of their own making - perhaps a work of art, a story, or a piece of music. The repetition of the phrases "I'll summon the night" and "I took you free" could suggest a creative process involving summoning inspiration from some inner place and releasing it into the world. By declaring that "it's our story now," the singer may be acknowledging the collaborative nature of the creative process, recognizing that the final product is a combined effort between themselves and whatever muse or inspiration they have called upon.
Overall, the lyrics to "Desire" are enigmatic and evocative, leaving room for the listener to bring their own interpretation to the table.
Line by Line Meaning
a h h h h
An expression of pleasure, excitement or surprise
dododoooo
Vocalization to add to the dreamy atmosphere
I'll some the night
I will savor and enjoy this night
dododooo
Continuation of the dreamy atmosphere
I took you free
I liberated you from your mundane life and brought you into this exciting experience
dododoooo
Continuation of the dreamy atmosphere
It's our story now
Our shared experience is now an integral part of our personal narratives
a h h h h
An expression of pleasure, excitement or surprise
I'll some the night
I will continue to enjoy this magical night
I took you free
I freed you from the monotony of everyday life and brought you into this euphoric moment
It's our story now
This experience is now a shared memory that we will both cherish and remember
(V a p o r w a v e)
A genre of music characterized by dreamy, nostalgic and surreal soundscapes with heavy use of sampling and synthesizers
Contributed by Victoria N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jason
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Most people don’t realize that 18 carat affair’s music is all about worshiping god and seeing yourself grow over time. It’s a timelapse. Every song is a memory. Adult contemporary and spent passions is 18 Carat Affair’s best albums they. They’re all about an 80s perspective of spirituality and how the memories will always stick with you And how the path god put you on will be ever lasting. Life is all one memory. It’s all about the race. 18 carat affair makes you worship your timeline and what god has done in your life.