Airiel began as a solo project by Jeremy Wrenn in Bloomington, Indiana, in … Read Full Bio ↴Airiel began as a solo project by Jeremy Wrenn in Bloomington, Indiana, in 1997. For a few years, Airiel was a duo: Wrenn on guitar, Sean Delaney on bass and a drum machine. Wrenn then relocated to Chicago and brought in Cory Osborne (bass) and John Rungger (drums), followed by Chris De Brizzio (guitar). The current lineup includes Wrenn and Andrew Marrah (of New Canyons).

Through Clairecords (Sacramento), Airiel released a series of four-song EPs titled Winks & Kisses. The EPs were also sold as a limited edition boxed set, capturing the evolution of Airiel in its current form. Their CDs are consistently some of the top sellers of the label, and the Frosted EP has already sold out. The group has also been asked to contribute to several compilation CDs, including Never Lose That Feeling by Club AC30 (U.K.).

In addition to their recordings, Airiel has also gained a reputation for being a live band. In addition to playing such local Chicago landmarks as the Double Door, Subterranean, and the Bottom Lounge, they have performed in Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Denver, Pittsburgh and Indianapolis. They have toured the U.S. East Coast, performing in New York City, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and points in between. Airiel has also opened for some high-profile acts, including The Dears and The Brian Jonestown Massacre.

CELESTIAL
Airiel Lyrics

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hoping in silence
for love sprung inside us
my heart betrays memories
not only a solace for you
loving unbroken
and trusting in no one
i'm lost on this ocean
as stars shine above me

hoping inside us
and hating in silence

can't take all these memories
i'll push myself away to you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Celestial" by Airiel speak of hope and love, but also betrayal and loss. The singer is holding onto hope for a deep love to arise within themselves and the person they are addressing. However, their heart is burdened by memories, possibly of past hurt or failed relationships. They express a struggle to find solace and feel alone on an "ocean" of emotions. Despite this, the singer continues to love unbroken and without trust in others. There is a sense of inner conflict, as they hope for love but also hate their own thoughts and feelings, leading to a desire to push themselves away from the one they love.

These lyrics convey a beautiful and complex mixture of emotions that many people can relate to. The language used is poetic and metaphorical, creating vivid imagery of an ocean and stars shining above, which could represent a sense of vastness and wonder, but also a feeling of being lost and small. The idea of loving unbroken, regardless of the pain and hurt that may come with it, is particularly poignant.

Line by Line Meaning

hoping in silence
Hoping for something without expressing it explicitly

for love sprung inside us
For the growth of love inside us without external influence

my heart betrays memories
My emotions override my memories and past experiences

not only a solace for you
Not just a comfort for you, but for me too

loving unbroken
Love that remains constant and unwavering

and trusting in no one
Lack of trust in anyone around

i'm lost on this ocean
Feeling directionless and uncertain

as stars shine above me
In solitude under the shining stars

hoping inside us
Hope that lies within us consciously or subconsciously

and hating in silence
Secretly holding negativity or resentment

can't take all these memories
Unable to bear all the past experiences and memories