In addition to her lead vocals, Anneke also provides piano on the album. The rest of the band currently consists of Joris Dirks (guitars/vocals), Jacques de Haard (bass, Celestial Season, John Garcia) and Rob Snijders (drums, Celestial Season, Kong, John Garcia).
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I Want
Agua de Annique Lyrics
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What is it, what makes you think you are a man.
Is it money, money, money, money?
Is it power, power, power or just in your head?
Are the ladies, ladies. ladies, ladies
That crazy, crazy, crazy to share your bed?
All the love you had is getting away, my friend,
Make it up to me, let yourself be free.
Help me to believe, help me see.
I want, I want to, want to hold your hand
But you, you are too dumb to understand.
Then nor money, money, money, money
Nor power, power, power will save your ass.
Then no lady, lady, lady, lday
Is crazy, crazy, crazy enough to last.
All the love you had is getting away, my friend,
All the joy you shared in your life.
Make it up to me, let you set me free.
Help me to believe, help me see.
The song "I Want" by Agua de Annique talks about a woman's frustration towards a man who believes that his power, money, and the women in his life define him as a man. She complains that he is too dumb to understand what truly matters in life - love and a connection with others. She challenges the notion that being a man is solely defined through material possessions and relationships, saying that they all eventually fade away. The woman urges him to make it up to her by setting himself free from the facade he has created and allowing her to believe in him.
The lyrics are powerful as they tackle issues about gender norms and societal expectations. The woman seems to argue that it is not about what defines a man, but rather about emotional connectivity and self-realization. She implies that it is not enough to let material wealth and power dictate one's existence, leading to a hollow life. Instead, one should be driven by authentic emotions and relationships to live a fulfilling life.
Line by Line Meaning
I want, I want to, want to understand
I desire to comprehend and make sense of something.
What is it, what makes you think you are a man.
What defines your masculinity and makes you believe that you are a man?
Is it money, money, money, money?
Does wealth and material possessions define your worth?
Is it power, power, power or just in your head?
Does holding power over others make you feel superior, or is it just a figment of your imagination?
Are the ladies, ladies. ladies, ladies
Do you think women are just objects to be pursued and conquered?
That crazy, crazy, crazy to share your bed?
Are only the wildest and most reckless women willing to sleep with you?
All the love you had is getting away, my friend,
You are losing all the love you once had in your life, my friend.
All the joy you shared in your life.
You are also losing all the joy and happiness that once filled your life.
Make it up to me, let yourself be free.
Make it right with me, and allow yourself the freedom to be true to yourself.
Help me to believe, help me see.
Assist me in restoring my faith and clarity.
I want, I want to, want to hold your hand
I long to hold your hand in mine.
But you, you are too dumb to understand.
Unfortunately, you lack the intelligence to comprehend the depth of my love.
Then nor money, money, money, money
Therefore, neither wealth nor material possessions can secure your affection.
Nor power, power, power will save your ass.
Even the power you wield cannot save you from the consequences of your actions.
Then no lady, lady, lady, lday
And certainly, no woman will be foolish enough to endure your mistreatment.
Is crazy, crazy, crazy enough to last.
No amount of wildness or recklessness in a woman can withstand the toxicity of your character.
Contributed by Nathan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.