ANIMA!’s debut album Not At This Time is out on Friday January 13, 2023. Also available in immersive Dolby Atmos on Apple Music, the three lead up singles feature their powerful female vocal, uplifting beats and their signature colorful sound world that they have become most celebrated for.
The Seed
ANIMA! Lyrics
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Scrolling through my daily feed on the internet
What is it that people need? How do we reset?
We all grew from the same seed, but we all forget
That everybody can connect, but instead of that
We're private and we're separate, never overlap
We walk around on the defense, are we holding back?
Nothing, sitting in our bedrooms day and night, while we try
To leave something beautiful behind
(Beautiful behind)
(Beautiful behind)
(Beautiful behind)
(Beautiful behind)
How do we do that?
Lock our doors and analyze, making notes and plans
Then play it back a thousand times, 'til we understand
Were beautiful with open eyes, live while you can
But we're expected to create, on a strict routine
While living in an office space, staring at a screen
We miss out while we sit and wait, when we haven’t seen
What the world will help us make, because we all have
Something, calling us to bring it to the light, so we try
To leave something beautiful behind
In ANIMA!'s song "The Seed," the lyrics express frustration and introspection regarding the impact of technology and personal disconnection in society. The singer is overwhelmed by the negativity and divisiveness they encounter while scrolling through their daily internet feed. They question what people truly need and how to reset or change these negative patterns. The reference to "we all grew from the same seed" implies that deep down, we are all connected and share a common humanity, but we often forget this.
The song explores the idea that instead of embracing connection and overlapping with each other, people tend to isolate themselves and remain on the defensive. There is a sense of holding back and a fear of vulnerability. The lyrics suggest that what we give to the world is what we ultimately receive, and right now, it feels like there is nothing substantial or meaningful being offered. This is depicted through the line "Nothing, sitting in our bedrooms day and night, while we try to leave something beautiful behind."
The song also explores the conflict between artistic expression and societal expectations. The singer mentions the pressure to create within a strict routine and the confinement of living in an office space, staring at a screen. They assert that while waiting for the world's validation or guidance, we miss out on opportunities to make a difference ourselves. The emphasis on leaving "something beautiful behind" implies a longing for leaving a positive impact on the world and a reminder to live life fully with open eyes.
Overall, "The Seed" serves as a reflective commentary on the need for personal connection, breaking away from societal norms, and leaving a lasting, positive mark on the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Every single thing I read making me upset
All the information I come across is causing me distress and frustration.
Scrolling through my daily feed on the internet
Engaging with the content shared on social media platforms daily.
What is it that people need? How do we reset?
Questioning the desires and necessities of humanity and searching for a way to start anew.
We all grew from the same seed, but we all forget
Despite our shared origin, we often overlook our commonality.
That everybody can connect, but instead of that
Recognizing that it is possible for everyone to establish connections with each other, but this is not frequently realized.
We're private and we're separate, never overlap
Choosing to isolate ourselves and maintain individuality, rarely intertwining with others.
We walk around on the defense, are we holding back?
Moving through life guarded and hesitant, possibly hindering our true potential.
What you give is what you get, and what we’ve got is
Emphasizing the principle that the energy and contributions we offer determine the outcomes we receive, and currently, it is insufficient.
Nothing, sitting in our bedrooms day and night, while we try
Engaging in unproductive activities within the confines of our rooms while attempting to make progress.
To leave something beautiful behind
Striving to create something meaningful and impactful to be remembered by.
(Beautiful behind)
A reminder of the aspiration to leave behind a legacy.
How do we do that?
Inquiring about the strategies required to accomplish this goal.
Lock our doors and analyze, making notes and plans
Securing ourselves from external distractions to thoroughly examine our circumstances, taking detailed records and formulating strategies.
Then play it back a thousand times, 'til we understand
Repeatedly reviewing and analyzing the collected information until complete comprehension is attained.
We're beautiful with open eyes, live while you can
Realizing the beauty of life when fully aware and present, urging to seize the moment.
But we're expected to create, on a strict routine
Societal expectations demand consistent productivity within a rigid schedule.
While living in an office space, staring at a screen
Residing in an office environment, fixated on electronic devices, contributing to the monotony of daily life.
We miss out while we sit and wait, when we haven’t seen
Passing up opportunities while idling and anticipating, without fully exploring our potential.
What the world will help us make, because we all have
The undiscovered possibilities that the world can assist us in actualizing, as we all possess
Something, calling us to bring it to the light, so we try
An inner desire compelling us to reveal our unique contributions to the world, leading us to make attempts to do so.
To leave something beautiful behind
Continuing our pursuit of leaving a meaningful and lasting impact.
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Kane Carter
Some very experimental sounds here. And I have to say the album artwork is stunning! Is the artist's name anywhere?
panini
Its ANIMA!
Elise LaStrapes
I love how each song has a deep meaning to it💛❤️
jn888f
I found your awesome music, through spotify. Glad I did. It's really moving. Makes my soul vibrate. :)
Mila Joana
love your tracks so much 😍😍😍
ANIMA!
Mila Joana thanks for listening!
Scott Warner
This is so different, but this is good! I love your musicianship and artistry in your music! Bought ART:WORK & your self-titled album last night! Thank you for sharing your musical gift with us!
muteqx
So beautiful... lyrics touching the reality of our times, and the music is just stunning! Thank you so much for creating this! 💓
Melinda Mitchell
You had me at CRAVE.. And now Oh my we needed this more than you know.... Music to make you feel and lyrics that scream to our souls... Keep making beautiful music from South Africa to California...🙏🏼 💙
ANIMA!
Melinda Mitchell such sweet words! 💛