The session singer Miriam Stockley performed the vocal parts on the first four albums. Additional vocals were provided by Mary Carewe on all but Dances of Time, which saw the introduction of the Finnish Adiemus Singers (who would later reappear on Vocalise). Extra vocals and the chorus effects were created by overdubbing multitracked recordings of the singers (in some cases up to forty times) and varying the speed of the tape. Stockley was described by Jenkins as central to the Adiemus project due to her range and intonation, however for reasons that remain unclear she was not re-engaged for Vocalise.
The Songs of Sanctuary orchestra consisted of a string section augmented by various ethnic percussion instruments, with occasional further additions such as bells, a recorder and a quena. Mike Ratledge, with whom Jenkins had played in Soft Machine, contributed to the first album as well. Jenkins added brass and woodwind for Cantata Mundi, and continued to add more diverse instruments such as acoustic guitar on later albums. From Songs of Sanctuary to Dances of Time, the London Philharmonic Orchestra was used; Jenkins later formed his own Adiemus Orchestra to perform on The Eternal Knot recordings, returning to the LPO for Vocalise.
In Caelum Fero
Adiemus Lyrics
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ma wi ka ya ma
ma wi ka ya ma
za me ya
ama kaya mana
ama kaya mana
ama kaya mana
a me ya
ma wi kaya mana
ka me ya kema ya
ma wi kaya mana
ka me ya
ma wi kaya mana
ka me yama deya
ma wi kaya mana
ka me ya
ma di a
ma di a
ma wei kama ya
ma wei kama ya
ma wei kama ya ma
ne man kam be ya
4x:
ma wei
ma wei kama ya ma
ne man kam be ya
4x:
ma wei
ma wei kama ya ma
ne man a...
4x:
a ke ya
a ke ya
a ke ya
a ke ma ya
2x:
e na ma
e na ma
e na ma
e na ma na
ma wi kaya ma na
ma wi kaya ma
ma wi kaya ma
za mi ya
a ma kaya ma na
a ma kaya ma na
a ma kaya ma na
a me ya
2x:
ma wi kaya mana
ka me ya kema ya
ma wi kaya mana
ka me ya
o...
2x:
oma yoma moma
oma yoma moma
oma yoma moma
oma yoma moma
oma oma yoma
oma yoma moma
oma oma yoma
oma ya
6x:
ma wei ka ya ma na
ma wei ka ya ma
ma wi kaya ma na
ma wi kaya ma
ma wi kaya ma
za me ya
a ma kaya mana
a ma kaya mana
a ma kaya mana
a me ya
2x:
ma wi kaya mana
ka me ya kema ya
ma wi kaya mana
ka me ya
ma wi kaya mana
ka me yama deya
ma wi kaya mana
ka me ya
ma di ya
ma di ya
ma wei kama ya
ma wei kama ya
ma wei kama ya ma
ne man kam be ya
4x:
ma wei
ma wei kama yama ne man kan be ya
4x:
ma wei
ma wei kama yama ne man
a...
4x:
a ke ya
a ke ya
a ke ya
a ke ma ya
2x:
e na ma
e na ma
e na ma
e na ma na
a...
4x:
a bam ba yei!
The lyrics to Adiemus's song "In Caelum Fero" don't have a clear meaning since they are written in a made-up language. However, the sound and tone of the song convey a powerful and emotional message. The song begins with the repetition of the phrase "ma wi ka ya ma na," which sets the mystical and enchanting atmosphere of the song.
As the song progresses, the repetition of various phrases and words emphasizes the hypnotic and rhythmic nature of the music. The chorus, which starts with "ma wei kama ya," is highly inspiring and uplifting, conveying a feeling of hopefulness and rebirth. The percussive beats, exotic instruments, and choral singing make this song a unique listening experience.
Overall, "In Caelum Fero" is a song that inspires the listener to let go of their inhibitions, immerse themselves in the moment, and allow the music to transport them to another world.
Line by Line Meaning
ma wi ka ya ma na
This world is full of wonder and beauty
ma wi ka ya ma
Even in the darkest times, there is still hope and light
za me ya
We are all connected, we are all one
ama kaya mana
We must embrace our differences and learn from one another
a me ya
The universe is vast and limitless
ma wi kaya mana
We must come together and work towards a better future
ka me ya kema ya
We must be strong in the face of adversity and never give up
ka me ya
Life is constantly changing, we must adapt and grow
ka me yama deya
We must always seek knowledge and understanding
ma di a
We must cherish the present moment and live in the now
ma wei kama ya
We must strive to be our best selves
ma wei kama ya ma
We must never settle for mediocrity
ne man kam be ya
We must push ourselves to new heights and reach our full potential
ma wei
We must have faith in ourselves and in each other
ne man a...
We must never give up, no matter how hard things get
a ke ya
We must learn to let go of the things that hold us back
a ke ma ya
We must learn to forgive ourselves and others
e na ma
We must appreciate the beauty of nature
e na ma na
We must respect and protect the environment
ma wi kaya ma na
Together, we can make a positive impact on the world
ma wi kaya ma
We must work towards a brighter future for generations to come
za mi ya
We must find common ground and build bridges, not walls
a ma kaya ma na
We must work towards equality and justice for all
o...
We must open our hearts and minds to new experiences and perspectives
oma yoma moma
We must find balance and harmony within ourselves and the universe
oma oma yoma
We must embrace our inner voice and follow our dreams
oma ya
We must trust in the process of life
ma wei ka ya ma na
We are all capable of greatness and making a difference
ma wei ka ya ma
We can all contribute to a better world in our own unique way
ma wi kaya ma
We must work together towards a common goal
a ma kaya mana
We must lift each other up and support one another
ka me ya
We must persevere through challenges and overcome obstacles
ma di ya
We must live a life of purpose and meaning
ma wei kama yama ne man kan be ya
We must reach for the stars and never settle for less
ma wei kama yama ne man
We must believe in ourselves and our abilities
a...
We must take action and make our dreams a reality
a bam ba yei!
Let's go forth with courage and determination, the world is waiting for us
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: KARL JENKINS, MIKE RATLEDGE
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