Their albums have been released through Peter Gabriel's Real World Records and they are also reportedly the best-selling band on the label, only exceeded in sales by Gabriel himself. Their striking live performances have often become the highlights of the WOMAD concert festivals. They signed a contract with Real World obliged to release five albums, of which the 2005 release Anatomic is the last. At this writing it is unclear what path the band will take in the future.
In 2003, they changed their name to the simpler Afrocelts; however, two of their latest albums, Pod, a compilation of new mixes of songs from the first four albums, and their fifth studio album Anatomic uses the long and familiar form. This decision is apparently informed by the fact that they are well-known as Afro Celt Sound System.
Drake
Afro Celt Sound System Lyrics
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Don′t argue amongst yourselves
Because of the loss of me
I'm sitting amongst yourselves
Don't think you can′t see me
Don′t argue amongst yourselves
Because of the loss of me
I haven't gone anywhere
Reach out and you′ll touch me
Make effort to speak to me
Call out and you'll hear me
Be happy for me
Don′t argue amongst yourselves
Because of the loss of me
I haven't gone anywhere
But out of my body
Reach out and you′ll touch me
Make effort to speak to me
Call out and you'll hear me
Be happy for me
Reach out and you'll touch me
Make effort to speak to me
Call out and you′ll hear me
Be happy for me
The lyrics of Afro Celt Sound System's song "Drake" are a beautiful message about death and the afterlife. The song reflects the idea that even though someone may have passed on, they are still present and watching over us. The opening lines "Don't think you can't see me / Don't argue amongst yourselves / Because of the loss of me / I'm sitting amongst yourselves" indicate that the deceased person is still present, though perhaps not in their physical body.
The repeated lines "I haven't gone anywhere / But out of my body" reinforce the idea that the person has not truly left, but has simply shed their physical form. The chorus then encourages those still living to reach out and connect with the departed, reminding them that they are still present and listening. "Make effort to speak to me / Call out and you'll hear me / Be happy for me" all suggest that the deceased wants their loved ones to find peace in the knowledge that they are still around them.
Overall, the lyrics of "Drake" are a poignant reminder of the way that love and connection can transcend death. The song encourages listeners to continue to reach out to those they have lost, even if they cannot be with them physically.
Line by Line Meaning
Don′t think you can't see me
Although I am no longer in my physical form, don't assume that I am no longer present in your life.
Don′t argue amongst yourselves
Do not let your disagreements and conflicts bring you down because it will only make it harder for you to come to terms with my loss.
Because of the loss of me
As a result of my passing, you may experience feelings of sorrow, emptiness, and disbelief.
I'm sitting amongst yourselves
Even though I am not physically present, I am still watching over you and will always be there to lend you love and support.
I haven't gone anywhere
But out of my body
Although I am no longer in this world, I am still near you in spirit and love.
Reach out and you′ll touch me
If you open yourself up to me, I will always be there for you, and you will feel my presence and comfort.
Make effort to speak to me
By talking to me and sharing your thoughts and feelings, you can feel connected to me and keep my memory alive.
Call out and you'll hear me
If you call out to me, I will respond by sending you my love and comfort.
Be happy for me
Even though my physical form is gone, I am at peace, and I want you to find happiness and joy in your life.
Writer(s): Simon Emmerson, Martin Russell, Iarla O'lionaird, James Mcnally
Contributed by Xavier K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.