Nowhere does she need to raise her voice to deliver the feelings. The moments of silence in each of her three songs hit hard. Ana Criado (Critically acclaimed by Oor) is currently studying songwriting at the Tilburg Rockacademy. To give her work a finishing touch she cooperated with composer J. Perkin of Solo. In 2005 she was invited by producer Reyn Ouwehand to records several songs in his studio in Katwijk aan Zee. Aided by drummer Marcel van As (Coparck) and bassplayer Thijs Lodewijk (Linked)
The singer's voice is also subtly supported by an acoustic guitar, electrical piano and synthesizer. Ouwehand does not fear the big gesture and magically creates an orchestra in "Absent Friend" without placing Ana Criado in the background. "Dream Catcher" opens with just a delicate glockenspiel. The third song "Echo of Us" sounds big in its effort to give the song a small sound. "Absent Friend" can also be found on the Dutch compilation cd "Heartbreakers and Ass Shakers" made possible by the Popunie. To hear Ana's work, also check her Myspace page: http://www.myspace.com/Anacriado
Vulnerable
Ana Criado Lyrics
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On my knees
A pale reminder of who I am
Broken wings
I can′t ask
For another try
I gambled on a dream
A lie
Don't ask me to fight
Where I don′t believe
I find my peace in acceptance
Of what is
I can't ask
For another try
I gambled on a dream
A lie
With no where to hide
This is where I am
Raw in my emotions
Giving in
Not playing a charade
Empty and afraid
Meet me as I am
Vulnerable
The lyrics of Ana Criado's song "Vulnerable" depict a person who is feeling defeated, broken, and at a low point in their life. The opening lines, "I am down, On my knees, A pale reminder of who I am" convey a sense of vulnerability and powerlessness. The singer feels like a mere shadow of their former self, possibly due to past mistakes or failures.
The line "Broken wings, I can't ask for another try" suggests that the singer has taken risks or made decisions that have resulted in personal setbacks. They are in a state of regret and acknowledge that they can't expect another chance or opportunity to rectify their past actions. This further emphasizes their feeling of vulnerability and desperation.
The refrain "Don't ask me to fight, Where I don't believe, I find my peace in acceptance, Of what is" indicates that the singer has reached a point where they no longer have the strength or motivation to keep fighting against their circumstances. They have found solace in accepting the reality of their situation, despite the pain it brings. They have let go of any illusions or false hopes and are seeking understanding and compassion from others.
The chorus line "Meet me as I am, Vulnerable" is a plea for acceptance and unconditional support. The singer is inviting others to see them in their most vulnerable state, stripped down and exposed, without any pretense or masks. It is a call for genuine connection and understanding without judgment.
Overall, the lyrics of "Vulnerable" capture the raw emotions of someone who is feeling broken and defeated, but who also seeks acceptance and understanding in their vulnerability.
Line by Line Meaning
I am down
I am feeling low and defeated
On my knees
In a submissive and vulnerable position
A pale reminder of who I am
A faint reflection of my true identity
Broken wings
My spirit is damaged and unable to soar
I can't ask
I am unable to make requests or seek help
For another try
I cannot request another chance or opportunity
I gambled on a dream
I took a risk on an unrealistic aspiration
A lie
The dream I pursued was built on falsehood
Don't ask me to fight
Please refrain from expecting me to engage in conflict
Where I don't believe
In situations where I lack conviction
I find my peace in acceptance
I discover tranquility by embracing the present reality
Of what is
Accepting and acknowledging the truth
With no where to hide
Nowhere to escape or conceal myself
This is where I am
This is my current state and situation
Raw in my emotions
Experiencing intense and unfiltered feelings
Giving in
Surrendering and letting go
Not playing a charade
No longer pretending or putting on a false act
Empty and afraid
Feeling devoid of happiness and consumed by fear
Meet me as I am
Accept and approach me in my true state
Vulnerable
Exposed and susceptible
Writer(s): Various Artists
Contributed by Jayce W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
sshender
If you remain indifferent and eye-dry after hearing this tune and watching the accompanying video - there's something wrong with you. The melancholy of this tune pierces every fiber of my body and tears simply start flowing uncontrollably. My dream is to meet and spend the rest of my life with a girl who shares this sentiment. I just don't see how anyone who feels the same way about this tune can possibly turn out a bad person.
I will bring this video to life for both of us. Will just get a convertible and drive away into the unknown with this tune - and similar vocal trance/house like it - playing on the stereo. The same tunes will be playing when we make love in the back seat of the car or while running naked on the beach.
I am actually lucky enough to have experienced something similar before, if only for a brief moment (a week here and there), and it was by far the best time of my life. I'm older now, but I refuse to believe that I'll never experience this elation of love, music and nature ever again.
Tomasz
I feel the same... Always
Edgy
it sounds 'like a dream, like a lie.' 😉
Omar Hachem
My top gym tune. Always get goosebumps listening to this.
Casio
Recuerdos de antro excelente tema saludos para los que tienen buen oido de la buena musica
Varun Saxena
This song gives me Goosebumps !!!!
Иван Иванов
Денис как всегда на высоте! Голос Аны чудесен..Видео красиво......
Павел Лобанов
Великолепный трек👍
Jana Charvátová
Still beautiful, who is listening 2020? :)
Aisha Ilyas
During quarantine actually 😂💖💖