She released a dark folk/gothic rock demo under the name "Aleah" in 2007.
Some time in 2008, Stanbridge became lead singer of an obscure band, That Which Remains.
In mid-2009, she met guitarist Juha Raivio from Swallow the Sun, who was looking for a soloist to work on the song "Lights on the Lake" for the upcoming album New Moon. The plan was to feature Aleah's vocals on part of the song already prepared by Juha, but when they instead began to experiment with a vocal line Aleah had written for the occasion the session quickly headed off in a new direction took on a life of its own. Stanbridge and Raivio new musical collaboration project was named Trees of Eternity, a doom metal band with an ambient folk sound and ghostly female vocals, with Stanbridge as the vocals and lyricist, and Juha on guitars. The band worked on a four-song promo, Black Ocean and was released in 2013 on the internet with great response, as well sent limited signed physical copies to fans.
In 2012, Aleah returned as a guest for Swallow the Sun's album Emerald Forest and the Blackbird and appeared in the music video for song "Cathedral Walls", which featured Swedish singer Anette Olzon who was in Nightwish at the time.
In 2015, she sang as a guest on Under the Red Cloud by Finnish heavy metal band Amorphis.
The same year she was yet again on Swallow the Sun's album Songs from the North I, II & III. Not only did she provide vocals, she also worked on the band's photo shoot and coverart for the album.
On 18 April 2016, at 2:13 pm, the Swedish band Draconian's Facebook page announced the death of the singer, the news was also carried by several online articles. Her death was confirmed, two days later, by Juha Raivio. Juha also confirmed that the Trees of Eternity debut album will be released as planned and was in the post-production phase. The album was released on 11 November 2016 through Svart Records.
In April 2020, it was announced that Stanbridge's solo record will finally be released July 1st 2020, and that it will be a double record that contains newly mastered songs as well as unreleased songs.
My Will
Aleah Lyrics
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Seek out my Heart
Seek out my Soul
Find my Truth
For You Know
Who I Am
And where I am headed
My Goal
Ultimately
Chorus.
Guide me Home
To where I Know
My own Throne
And my Will
Is my Own
2.
Release my Heart
Release my Soul
I see the Truth
On my own
I am not
Your possession
And my Goal
Is my Own
Ultimately
Chorus.
Guide me Home…
Bridge.
Free Will, What is it really?
Is it Yours, or is it mine?
My Will, What has it come to?
My conclusion, or is it Yours?
Your Will, is there a difference
From mine…?
Chorus.
Guide me Home…
The song "My Will" by Aleah is a powerful declaration of personal agency and self-determination in the face of external influences that seek to exert control over one's life. The lyrics begin by calling on the listener to seek out the singer's heart, soul, and truth, implying that their identity and purpose are not easily discernible without intentional effort. The singer acknowledges that the listener knows who they are and where they are headed, but asserts that their ultimate goal is not dictated by anyone else. In other words, the listener may have some insight into the singer's path, but their destination is ultimately their own decision to make.
The chorus declares the singer's desire to be guided to their own throne, the place where they know they are meant to be, and affirms that their will is their own. The second verse is more forceful, demanding that the singer's heart and soul be released from any attempt to possess or control them. The singer proclaims that their goal is their own and asserts their sovereign right to make their own choices.
The bridge adds a layer of philosophical questioning, asking whether free will is truly the singer's own or if it is influenced by outside forces. The singer wonders whether their own conclusion is really their own, or if it is in fact someone else's. In the end, however, the chorus reaffirms the singer's determination to be guided home to where they belong and to assert their own willpower. The song's message is one of confidence, resilience, and defiance in the face of external pressures.
Line by Line Meaning
Seek out my Heart
Discover my innermost desires and intentions
Seek out my Soul
Explore the depths of my being, beyond just the physical body
Find my Truth
Uncover the essence of who I really am
For You Know
Because you understand me intimately
Who I Am
My unique identity and personality
And where I am headed
My direction in life and ultimate destination
My Goal
My purpose and ambition
Is Your Goal
Aligned with your intentions and plans for me
Ultimately
In the end, when all is said and done
Guide me Home
Lead me to a place of safety and security
To where I Know
A familiar place where I belong
My own Throne
A position of power and authority that is rightfully mine
And my Will
My decision-making ability and self-determination
Is my Own
I have autonomy and control over my own life
Release my Heart
Free me from any emotional burdens or attachments
Release my Soul
Allow me to discover my true self and purpose
I see the Truth
I've gained a clear understanding of my situation
On my own
By my own efforts and insights
I am not
I don't belong to anyone else
Your possession
I am not something to be controlled or manipulated
Guide me Home...
Repeated chorus
Free Will, What is it really?
Questioning the nature of personal agency and choice
Is it Yours, or is it mine?
Asking whether one's will is determined by outside forces or self-directed
My Will, What has it come to?
Reflecting on the evolution and consequences of one's own decisions
My conclusion, or is it Yours?
Wondering whether one's beliefs and ideas are truly their own or influenced by others
Your Will, is there a difference...
Questioning whether there is a fundamental difference between one's own will and that of a higher power
Guide me Home...
Repeated chorus
Contributed by Muhammad Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@aleksandrmanuzov8163
Вольный перевод.Не являюсь професиональным переводчиком:) Но вот что получилось.
Ищи мою душу
Найди мою правду
Ты знаеш
Кто я
И где я нахожусь
Моя цель
Твоя цель
В конечном итоге
Направь меня домой
Туда, где я знаю
Мой собственный престол
И моя воля
моя собственная
Освободи мое сердце
Освободи мою душу
Я вижу правду
Сама (по себе)
я не
Твоя одержимость
И моя цель
моя собственная
В конечном итоге
Свобода воли, это реально?
Это Твое или мое?
Моя воля, к чему это привело?
Мой вывод или твой?
Твоя воля, отличаетса
От моей?
Направь меня домой
Туда, где я знаю
Мой собственный престол
И моя воля
моя собственная
@mauhange
1.
Seek out my Heart
Seek out my Soul
Find my Truth
For You Know
Who I Am
And where I am headed
My Goal
Is Your Goal
Ultimately
Guide me Home
To where I Know
My own Throne
And my Will
Is my Own
2.
Release my Heart
Release my Soul
I see the Truth
On my own
I am not
Your possession
And my Goal
Is my Own
Ultimately
Guide me Home
Free Will, What is it really?
Is it Yours, or is it mine?
My Will, What has it come to?
My conclusion, or is it Yours?
Your Will, is there a difference
From mine?
Guide me Home
@kairichan4486
This rapresents myself few years ago
I'm happy to know what is important to me, my values
Now I can finally understand better who I am, what I truely want
It was hard...
Find your way to comunicate
Singing, writing, there are so many ways
Sometimes it's hard to understand each other
The best way is with simplicity and love
@user-cx4ij8ws5t
она после себя оставили уйму текстов при нынешних технологиях в звуковой индустрии и програмировании можно воссоздать ее голос и выпускать альбомы ...вечная память красотка Алия
@aleksandrmanuzov8163
Вольный перевод.Не являюсь професиональным переводчиком:) Но вот что получилось.
Ищи мою душу
Найди мою правду
Ты знаеш
Кто я
И где я нахожусь
Моя цель
Твоя цель
В конечном итоге
Направь меня домой
Туда, где я знаю
Мой собственный престол
И моя воля
моя собственная
Освободи мое сердце
Освободи мою душу
Я вижу правду
Сама (по себе)
я не
Твоя одержимость
И моя цель
моя собственная
В конечном итоге
Свобода воли, это реально?
Это Твое или мое?
Моя воля, к чему это привело?
Мой вывод или твой?
Твоя воля, отличаетса
От моей?
Направь меня домой
Туда, где я знаю
Мой собственный престол
И моя воля
моя собственная
@danieldavis1028
Those that burn brightest, burn half as long. RIP Aleah you may now sing with the angels.
@alandale8595
She died??? What happened???? Do you have links to this?
@fionabeattie3746
Probably one of the most beautiful and haunting songs I’ve ever heard. Her angelic voice and heartfelt lyrics brought me to tears! RIP beautiful lady!
@erkancakroglu1521
Real emotional. Now this is how music should be, it's a emotional tale that deals with real people and real situations.Look at her when she's singing you can feel the hope in her voice.This is true masterpiece. Thanks to everyone who contributed.
You live on in so many of us ❤️
Rest in Paradise.. We'll carry the flame
@liberty2smooth60
Erkan Çakıroğlu R.I.P how did she pass?
@hsa227
@Life Of Princess Liberty Cancer...
@UnaverageNerd
Dude i came here from reccomendations, can you tell me who she is? Im interested
@erkancakroglu1521
Hi@Deha Deniz Kurtoğlu, Aleah is the person who has been listening to their music for a long time and unfortunately left us because of cancer in 2016. She was a member of the group called Trees of eternity, which she founded with her life partner "Juha Raivio". After her death, Aleah's partner "Juha" continues to share Aleah's solo work with us.