His music has been described as a blend of gothic rock, industrial, metal, EBM and 80βs influences into a modern, melodic electro-rock sound. Some reviewers have described it as βGothtronicaβ while Anders simply refers to it as βElectronic Rockβ.
Regardless of the genre you wish to classify his music, the listeners continue to grow worldwide on a daily basis. In 2007 Anders was nominated for βBand of the Yearβ by Gothic Beauty Magazine readers alongside Lacuna Coil, Skinny Puppy, and an artist he lists as one of his earliest influences, Gary Numan.
Over the last few years, his fan base has crossed over into the horror film genre, where he has contributed music to over 12 films. The Horror network, FearNet.com referred to Andersβ work as βwickedly inventiveβ while Pseudopod.org, the worldβs premier horror fiction podcast has used Andersβ "Bloodletting On the Kissβ as their show opening for the past 4 years.
Anders has performed at many festivals and dark music events such as Convergence, The Ann Rice Halloween Ball, Black Sun Festival, Goth Stock, Eccentric Festival, Cirque Macabre, Bar Sinister and multiple performances at the infamous βDraculaβs Ballβ event in Philadelphia.
In 2008, Andersβ single, βThere Will Be Bloodβ climbed to the top 20 of the German Alternative Music (or DAC) Charts, which prompted him to pursue more opportunities outside the USA. In 2009, he signed with Danse Macabre Records in Europe. His first official worldwide release βInfinite Gaze to the Sunβ is expected to be released in January of 2010.
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Here
Anders Manga Lyrics
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Inside here, inside I'll find you
Without you, inside here it's cruel
Without you, inside I'll get through
A lunatic high and dry
A lunatic emphasized
A lunatic's last goodbye
If I hadn't lost every friend that I've had
I'd trade them all in for a love that would last
If I hadn't crossed every love that was mine
I'd make up for all my poor actions and lies
If I hadn't broke every heart that I'd won
I'd make sure all their mistrust is undone
If I lost control
If I lost control
If I lost control
A lunatic high and dry
A lunatic emphasized
A lunatic's last goodbye
A lunatic's rash demise
A lunatic high and dry
A lunatic emphasized
A lunatic's last goodbye
A lunatic's rash demise
Inside here, inside it's all true
The lyrics to Anders Manga's song "Here" suggest a sense of longing for someone who has gone away. The repetition of "inside here" highlights the internal struggle that the singer faces when dealing with their emotions. The phrase "inside I'll find you" could be interpreted as the singer searching for the lost person within themselves as they come to terms with their feelings. The line "Without you, inside here it's cruel" suggests that this person was important to the singer's sense of self and without them, they feel lost and alone. However, the singer is able to endure the pain without the person as they say "Without you, inside I'll get through."
The second stanza of the song deals with the singer's past mistakes and regrets. They express a desire to right their wrongs and make amends for past actions that have caused harm to others. The repetition of "If I hadn't" conveys a sense of regret and a realization that the singer may have made mistakes that have caused them to lose the people they cared about. Their use of the word "trade" suggests a willingness to let go of past relationships if it meant finding a love that could last. The singer seems to be struggling with the consequences of their past actions and trying to come to terms with how they have hurt others.
Line by Line Meaning
Inside here, inside it's all true
The depths of my emotions are real and honest
Inside here, inside I'll find you
My true self can only be discovered by finding love
Without you, inside here it's cruel
Without love, my innermost thoughts and feelings can be harsh and brutal
Without you, inside I'll get through
Although tough, I will survive without love, but am better off with it
A lunatic high and dry
Feeling crazy, alone and emotionally adrift
A lunatic emphasized
My instability and turmoil is amplified
A lunatic's last goodbye
My final farewell in a state of mental distress
A lunatic's rash demise
My collapse into insanity is sudden and unguarded
If I hadn't lost every friend that I've had
Regret for losing important relationships in the past
I'd trade them all in for a love that would last
I value love above all else and would give up everything else to keep it
If I hadn't crossed every love that was mine
Remorse for damaging past romantic relationships due to my own actions
I'd make up for all my poor actions and lies
I want to make things right and take responsibility for my past mistakes
If I hadn't broke every heart that I'd won
Remorse for breaking the hearts of past romantic partners
I'd make sure all their mistrust is undone
I want to rebuild broken trust with those I have hurt in the past
If I lost control
Fear of myself spiraling out of control emotionally
A lunatic high and dry
Emotional instability and isolation
A lunatic emphasized
Heightened sense of mental distress and chaos
A lunatic's last goodbye
The end of a mentally troubled existence
A lunatic's rash demise
A sudden breakdown caused by mental instability
Contributed by Sebastian E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Nika
charming, amazing, astonishing song that can get into the depth of one's soul...and the visuals are brilliant addition ;)
ElYot66
Great music & great visuals!
Karsten Rech
I don't like Slideshows in yt vids but this one is real awesome. Great work!
Aga
Cudooooo:)
Myrto Smyriliou-Zerva
amazing music!!!
Dakota Tate
I Love This Song
Boo Hoo
bravo penfold
Necro Cyber
Very dark song thanx for sharing :=)
Michael O'Flaherty
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