Based in South London and involving members of its flourishing jazz scene, ALASKALASKA was formed by songwriter Lucinda Duarte-Holman (vocals, guitar) along with producer Fraser Rieley (bass), Calum Duncan (guitar), Gethin Jones (drums), Fraser Smith (saxophone), and Joe Webb (synths, keys). Duarte-Holman, Jones, Smith, and Webb were all transplants from Wales. The group quickly signed with Marathon Artists, which released their eponymous debut EP in 2017. Recorded partly in Smith's living room and partly with co-producer Tom Carmichael in a more professional studio setup, their first full-length, The Dots, followed on the same label in 2019.
Biography by Marcy Donelson
Skin
Alaskalaska Lyrics
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A state of emergency
I will break if you don't believe me
I will break if- will you still love me?
Will you think of me like you did before?
Are you in? Now you've been
Through my skin
A turntable spinning out of control
I know that you've heard
This old record before a state of disbelief
I will break if you don't dance with it
I will break if you get sick of it
Will you still join me for the big refrain?
Are you in? Now you've seen
Dorsal fin
Are you in for the whole thing?
Every scene, three dimensions
These lyrics from Alaskalaska's song "Skin" explore themes of vulnerability and the fear of being abandoned or rejected by a loved one. The singer expresses a deep emotional dependence on their partner, symbolized by the line "In sickness and in health eternally yours." They are in a state of emergency, feeling fragile and on the verge of breaking if their partner doesn't believe in their love or continues to support them. The repetition of the line "Will you still love me?" highlights their insecurity and the need for reassurance in the relationship.
The lyrics also touch upon the fear of losing the initial spark and connection in the relationship. "Will you think of me like you did before?" suggests a longing to be remembered and cherished as they were in the beginning. The mention of a turntable spinning out of control and an old record symbolizes the familiarity and repetitiveness of their interactions, but also hints at the potential for monotony and boredom. The line "Will you still join me for the big refrain?" implies the desire for their partner to continue being involved and engaged in their shared experiences.
The song also poses the question of commitment and whether their partner is willing to be there for the long haul. "Are you in for the whole thing? Every scene, three dimensions" asks if the partner is ready to commit fully to the relationship, embracing all aspects of it.
Overall, "Skin" explores the fragility of relationships, the fear of losing love and connection, and the need for constant reassurance and commitment.
Line by Line Meaning
In sickness and in health eternally yours
No matter what state I am in, physically or mentally, I am committed to you forever
A state of emergency
Our relationship is currently in a critical and urgent situation
I will break if you don't believe me
My emotional stability is fragile and dependent on your trust and faith in me
I will break if- will you still love me?
I fear that if I show vulnerability, you might stop loving me
Will you think of me like you did before?
I wonder if you still hold the same thoughts and feelings towards me as you did in the past
Are you in? Now you've been
Through my skin
After experiencing the depth of my emotions and vulnerabilities, are you still willing to be a part of this relationship?
A turntable spinning out of control
Our relationship feels like a chaotic and uncontrollable situation
I know that you've heard
This old record before a state of disbelief
I'm aware that you've encountered similar difficulties in the past, and it's hard for you to believe it's happening again
I will break if you don't dance with it
If you don't actively engage and support me through these challenges, it may cause me to emotionally collapse
I will break if you get sick of it
If you become tired or bored of dealing with our relationship issues, it could lead to my emotional breakdown
Will you still join me for the big refrain?
Despite the repetitive challenges, will you still stand by my side through the difficult moments?
Are you in? Now you've seen
Dorsal fin
Now that you've witnessed the vulnerable and hidden part of me, are you still committed to our relationship?
Are you in for the whole thing?
Every scene, three dimensions
Are you willing to participate fully in every aspect of our relationship, embracing all the ups and downs and complexities it holds?
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