State Of Independence
Anderson (Jon) and Vangelis Lyrics
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Coming out the sky, I name me a name
Coming out-silver word-what it is
It is the very nature of the sound the game
Siamese, Indionese. To Tibet treat the life
As a game, if you please
Coming up, Carabi, this sense of freedom
Derives from a mediative state
Movin' on, 'believe' that's it, call it magic
Third world, it is, I only guessed it
Shablam idi shablam ida
Shablam idi shablam ida
Shablam idi shablam ida
Shot to the soul-the flame of Oroladin
The essence of the word
The 'state of independence'
Sounds like a signal from you
Bring me to meet your sound
And I will bring you to my heart
Love like a signal you call
Touching my body, my soul
Bring to me, you to meet me here
Home be the temple of your heart
Home be the body of your love
Just like holy water to my lips
(hey, hey)
Yes I do know how I survive
(yes I do know) know why I'm alive
To love and be with you
Day by day by day by day
(hey, hey)
Say-aye yaya oh
(yayah yaya oh)
'be the sound of higher love' today
(yayah)
(hey, hey)
Time, time again, it is said
We will hear, we will see
See it all-in his wisdom-hear
His truth will abound the land
This truth will abound the land
This state of independence shall be
This state of independence shall be
Time, time again, it is said
We will hear, we will see
See it all-in his wisdom-hear
His truth will abound the land
This truth will abound the land
This state of independence shall be
This state of independence shall be
This state of independence shall be
This state of independence shall be
This state of independence shall be
This state of independence shall be
The lyrics of Anderson (Jon) and Vangelis's "State of Independence" are a vivid depiction of a spiritually elevated state of being. The opening lines, "State of life, may I live? May I love?" reflect a desire to live a meaningful life filled with love. The following lines, "Coming out the sky, I name me a name / Coming out-silver word-what it is" suggest a transcendence of the physical body and the arrival of a divine, ethereal presence. The line, "Shablam idi shablam ida" is a nonsensical phrase that is used to emphasize the otherworldly nature of the state of independence.
The song goes on to suggest that this state of being comes from a meditative or contemplative practice. The line "Derives from a mediative state" captures this idea. The lyrics also incorporate references to different cultures and spiritual practices, including Tibetan Buddhism ( "To Tibet treat the life / As a game, if you please") and African spirituality ( "Coming up, Carabi, this sense of freedom"). The recurring phrase "This state of independence shall be" emphasizes the inevitability and importance of achieving this state.
Overall, "State of Independence" is a poetic and enigmatic hymn to a higher state of being - one in which love, freedom, and wisdom reign.
Line by Line Meaning
State of life, may I live? May I love?
Asking for permission to live and love within the state of life.
Coming out the sky, I name me a name
Introducing oneself by emerging from the sky and giving oneself a name.
Coming out-silver word-what it is
The essence of oneself is found in the words they speak and the sounds they emit.
It is the very nature of the sound the game
The nature of the game is determined by the sounds produced within it.
Siamese, Indionese. To Tibet treat the life
As a game, if you please
Comparing and contrasting the different ways of life in different cultures and seeing life as a game to be played.
Coming up, Carabi, this sense of freedom
Derives from a mediative state
The sense of freedom in Carabi comes from a meditative state of mind.
Movin' on, 'believe' that's it, call it magic
Third world, it is, I only guessed it
Moving forward with faith and belief, calling it magic, and recognizing the third world's inherent mystery.
Shablam idi shablam ida
Shablam idi shablam ida
Shablam idi shablam ida
Nonsensical phrases that add to the song's lyrical and rhythmic quality.
Shot to the soul-the flame of Oroladin
The essence of the word
The 'state of independence'
The soul is ignited with the flame of Oroladin, which embodies the essence of the word 'state of independence.'
Sounds like a signal from you
Bring me to meet your sound
And I will bring you to my heart
Perceiving the sound as a signal from someone, and inviting them to share their sound so that they can be brought into one's heart.
Love like a signal you call
Touching my body, my soul
Bring to me, you to meet me here
Love is like a signal that touches both the body and soul, and brings two people together in one physical space.
Home be the temple of your heart
Home be the body of your love
Just like holy water to my lips
Home is where one's heart and love reside, and it has a spiritual and refreshing quality.
Yes I do know how I survive
(yes I do know) know why I'm alive
To love and be with you
Day by day by day by day
The singer knows how to survive and why they are alive, and it is to love and be with someone every day.
Say-aye yaya oh
(yayah yaya oh)
'be the sound of higher love' today
Expressing the sound of higher love and inviting it to be present today.
Time, time again, it is said
We will hear, we will see
See it all-in his wisdom-hear
His truth will abound the land
This truth will abound the land
This state of independence shall be
This state of independence shall be
The truth will be revealed and heard repeatedly, and it will lead to a state of independence that will exist throughout the land.
This state of independence shall be
Reaffirming and emphasizing the ultimate goal of achieving a state of independence.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JON ANDERSON, EVANGHELOS: SEE "VANGELIS" PAPATHANASSIOU
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@AndrewWrightMrTomcat
This song is pure magic, no need for pictures, music speaks for it's self.
@KRAZEEIZATION
This is how Reggae sounds in outer space! The long vocal phrasing by Jon is mesmerizing. I love this track.
@dequadim
A masterpiece...
@athariell
Loved this song since I was about 8 years old. Best version period !
@1porsche962
I love the the change in the music ... It grow's in mood ... feeling... I just flow so easy with it !
@largheto
I just admire Jon and Vangelis and I love the combination!
@eurositi
Finally the full version of this multi-facetted, new age, world music, funk-inspired work is on YT. I am not wise enough to decipher Anderson's new age(?) lyrics, but I love everything about this orchestration right from Dick Morrissey on the sax to every little detail of Vangelis' synth instrumentation. Jon Anderson's vocals are outstanding on this - by far the best - Jon & Vangelis album. It's no suprise that Quincy Jones 'Americanized' this song after it was released, but this original rocks
@DurhamGooner1
Ouch, I never knew this was the original, never heard of it and I'm a HUGE fan of Jon Anderson! Wonderful.
@Dhalpourie
Anyone who would be so perceptive to consider the genius of Vangelis in the way Quincy did with such transliterated knowing in Donna Summer version of this track is definitely a master craftsman.
@Bruchag
By happenstance got one of those special vinyl pressings of this, nearly 30yrs later it still blasts out perfectly,,,only its my kids have stolen it now..och. Shamelessly upbeat....