1. Philippe Fragione better known by his stage name Akhenaton (born September 17, 1968, in Marseille, France) is a French rapper and producer of French hip hop. He has also worked under the aliases Chill, AKH, Sentenza, and Spectre. He became famous as a member of the group IAM, and has since made a number of records, both with IAM and as a solo artist.
Akhenaton has also worked as a producer, producing songs for several French rappers and groups such as Passi, Stomy Bugsy, Chiens de Paille, Fonky Family, Freeman (a former member of IAM who has since made his break as a solo artist), La Brigade, Le 3ème Œil, etc. He is the creator of the record label Côté Obscur, the publishing house La Cosca, and the vinyl record label 361.
2. Akhenaton, formerly known as Daemonium, was a dark ambient/black metal project by French musician Vincent Urbain. In 1995 he published the only releases under this monicker, namely the album "Divine Symphonies", the demo "Solar Forces" and the one-track VHS "The Kingdom of Wisdom".
361 degrés
Akhenaton Lyrics
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Turn my back, turn my back, then I'll see you
Never seen, never seen, like a sixth sense
Who am I tonight?
Coloured lights, doubled twice, resurrecting
In my mind, countless signs, misleading
As I pass, see the last, ever changing
Lifted up, interrupt, all knowing
Something in my head - Telling me to feel like this
Something in my mind - Wanting me to think like this
I can feel, I can feel, feel your presence
Good or bad, good or bad, nothing to me
Come to me, come to me, truest comfort
Who am I tonight?
Peeling glass, feel the past, never ending
Feel my hands, cross the lands, revealing
Morphing eyes, true disguise, while predicting
Passing time, come to mind, all showing
Who am I supposed to be, if I don′t know who I am
If I don't trust in myself to be what I'm supposed to be
Who am I supposed to be, if I don′t know who I am
If I don′t trust in myself to be what I'm supposed to be
Something in my head - Telling me to feel like this
Something in my mind - Wanting me to think like this
What are we, what are we, mental mischief
Too alive, too alive, never living
Coming down, coming down, living 2-D
Who was I last night?
Waking up to a world non existing
Shake your head, wake the dead from sleeping
Positive, negative, come to find out
Just as real as it feels, it′s growing
Something in my head - Telling me to feel like this
Something in my mind - Wanting me to think like this
The song "361 degrés" by Akhenaton is a reflection on the nature of identity and the difficulty in defining oneself. The opening lines ask the questions "Who are you?" and "Who am I tonight?" suggesting a sense of confusion and uncertainty about one's own identity. The verses that follow describe a world that is full of contradictions and illusions and where nothing seems to be what it appears to be. The lines "Coloured lights, doubled twice, resurrecting" suggest a world that is constantly changing and transforming, making it difficult to grasp or understand.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of intuition and feeling in the process of self-discovery. The lines "Something in my head - Telling me to feel like this/Something in my mind - Wanting me to think like this" suggest that there is an inner voice that guides us towards our true selves, even if we don't always understand or trust it. The second half of the song explores the idea of living in a world that is both real and illusory, where our perceptions are constantly shifting and evolving.
Overall, "361 degrés" is a thoughtful and introspective song that asks important questions about the nature of identity and the challenges of self-discovery. It encourages the listener to trust their instincts and to be open to change and transformation.
Line by Line Meaning
Who are you? Who are you? I don′t know
Asking about the identity of someone, but then admitting not knowing the answer.
Turn my back, turn my back, then I'll see you
Believing that ignoring something or someone will lead to clearer vision or understanding.
Never seen, never seen, like a sixth sense
Describing something that is unfamiliar and uncommon, like an extra sense beyond the traditional five.
Who am I tonight?
Questioning one's sense of self in the present moment, possibly due to changing circumstances or mood.
Coloured lights, doubled twice, resurrecting
Seeing bright and vibrant lights that are akin to being resurrected or reborn.
In my mind, countless signs, misleading
Having many thoughts and ideas in one's mind, but recognizing that some of them may be deceiving or incorrect.
As I pass, see the last, ever changing
Observing that things are constantly shifting and evolving as one moves through life.
Lifted up, interrupt, all knowing
Feeling a sense of enlightenment or understanding, but acknowledging that there is always more to learn or discover.
Something in my head - Telling me to feel like this
Acknowledging an internal voice or instinct that is compelling one to feel a certain way.
Something in my mind - Wanting me to think like this
Recognizing a mental urge or desire to think or believe a certain thing.
I can feel, I can feel, feel your presence
Sensing the presence of someone or something, even if it is intangible or abstract.
Good or bad, good or bad, nothing to me
Not attaching moral value or judgment to a situation or entity.
Come to me, come to me, truest comfort
Seeking or finding solace and peace in someone or something that is deeply comforting.
Peeling glass, feel the past, never ending
Recalling past experiences or emotions that are inextricably linked to one's present reality, and feeling like it will never truly go away.
Feel my hands, cross the lands, revealing
Describing the sensation of touching or interacting with one's surroundings, which can lead to new discoveries or insights.
Morphing eyes, true disguise, while predicting
Noticing that appearances can be deceptive, especially if someone or something is capable of morphing or changing frequently.
Passing time, come to mind, all showing
Recognizing that as time goes by, one's experiences and memories shape and reveal more about oneself and the world.
Who am I supposed to be, if I don′t know who I am
Questioning the essence or purpose of oneself, especially if one feels uncertain or lost about their identity.
If I don't trust in myself to be what I'm supposed to be
Considering the importance of self-belief and self-reliance in fulfilling one's potential or purpose.
What are we, what are we, mental mischief
Wondering about the true nature or essence of humanity, which may involve mischievous or confusing mental states.
Too alive, too alive, never living
Feeling like one is alive but not truly experiencing or living life to the fullest.
Coming down, coming down, living 2-D
Feeling like one's life or experiences are increasingly flat or two-dimensional.
Who was I last night?
Questioning one's own behavior or identity from the previous night, which may be hazy or unclear due to memory loss or confusion.
Waking up to a world non existing
Feeling like one is disconnected or isolated from reality, as if the world around them does not truly exist.
Shake your head, wake the dead from sleeping
Encouraging someone to snap out of a passive or stagnant state and become more engaged or active in their own life.
Positive, negative, come to find out
Realizing that there are both positive and negative aspects to every situation or experience, and that discovering the truth may involve a journey or process.
Just as real as it feels, it′s growing
Feeling like something is becoming more real or significant, even if it is intangible or subjective in nature.
Writer(s): Butler Terence Damien, Greasley Jonathan Keith, Huckvale Andrew Charles, Macan Louis Richard
Contributed by Madelyn G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.