Annet was born to the Greek immigrants Ioulia & Gregoris Stamatelatos in New York City, NY. Her family originates from the village of Karavados on the island of Kefalonia, Greece. She is named after her maternal grandmother, Anneta, and she chose to use her paternal grandmother’s first name in her stage name, Artani, as a dedication to both of them for guiding and inspiring her both during their lives and after their deaths.
She expressed her interest and love for music at a young age, particularly in offerings of such greats as Etta James, Aretha Franklin and Nana Mouskouri. In 1994, she received a scholarship from BMG for writing and performing an original song, called "Summer Days". She has also won several talent titles in America’s Favorite Pageants, the New York Star Pageant, the Ophelia Devoure Talent Connection, and has been featuring in both Pageantry and Billboard Magazine.
Over the years, Annet incorporated influences of singing in her college Gospel choir, as well as listening to R&B, pop and rock music. She started off her singing career as an opening act for Mando, a Greek pop star, and has been featured in her own summer concert in 1995.
She collaborated with several accomplished writers in New York such as Jeff Franzel, who’s written for NSYNC and played with Frank Sinatra, and Tom Lamendola, who has written for Jon Secada. She gained more experience by being a backup vocal for the Britney Spears's Dream Within a Dream tour. She also collaborated with Spears and helped co-wrote the chorus to the hit single Everytime, which became an international hit.
She also participated in the third edition of the Greek show Fame Story. She left after a month because it turned out she was only there to introduce herself to Greece, not for the competition. Although she didn't win, she did establish a big fan base and went on to release a single called "Goodbye Amor" in 2005, which quickly became popular. Her work has her bouncing back and forth between New York and L.A..
Why Angels Cry
Annet Artani Lyrics
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You comfort all my sadness, you soothe away my pain
'Cause these are trying times, filled with so much sorrow
I wonder if tomorrow will bring a brighter day
Why do the angels cry?
Why doesn't love survive?
Why do we all just pretend?
Innocent children die
When will it all ever end?
Ever end?
Close your eyes and dream, and visualise a rainbow
Oh... a place where you can pray for peace and harmony
Search your heart and find a higher meaning
Let this be the start, a brand new beginning
Oh... talking 'bout peace and harmony
Oh...
(Why do the angels cry?)
Why do they cry?
(Why doesn't love survive?)
(Why do we all) just pretend?
Why do the angels cry?
Innocent children die
When will it all ever end?
Ever end?
The lyrics of Annet Artani's song Why Angels Cry express the artist's concern for the state of the world, particularly in the face of the suffering and injustices that exist. The song taps into the theme of sadness and confusion that pervades the world, and the need for hope and healing in the midst of such events. In the opening lines, the artist speaks of finding comfort in times of sadness and pain, suggesting that there is a higher power that can offer solace and hope during difficult moments.
The artist then poses the question that the title suggests, Why do the angels cry? She speaks directly to the listener, asking why love doesn't survive, and why people continue to be insincere in their interactions with each other. The lines "Innocent children die/ When will it all ever end?" show the artist's frustration at the perpetual cycle of violence and loss that afflicts the world, particularly as it takes a heavy toll on the most vulnerable. The chorus seems to be a plea for answers to these questions, and a cry for change in the face of such challenges.
Artani's lyrics then suggest a way forward, by calling on the listener to imagine a brighter future. The lines "Close your eyes and dream, and visualise a rainbow/ Oh... a place where you can pray for peace and harmony" suggest that there is still room for hope and imagination in the face of the world's problems. By focusing on finding a higher meaning, and making a fresh start, perhaps we can work towards a better future, one in which the angels no longer cry.
Line by Line Meaning
When I'm feeling down in this world of madness
Even during my darkest moments, you bring me comfort and hope.
You comfort all my sadness, you soothe away my pain
You make all of my worries and pain disappear by showing me love and care.
'Cause these are trying times, filled with so much sorrow
The world is currently experiencing immense hardship and pain.
I wonder if tomorrow will bring a brighter day
I question whether there will ever be a time where we are free from suffering and experience happiness instead.
Why do the angels cry?
The pain and sadness in the world causes even celestial beings to cry from despair and hopelessness.
Why doesn't love survive?
Despite love being the solution to many problems, it often fails to overcome the obstacles in the way.
Why do we all just pretend?
We often hide our true feelings and pretend to be okay even when we are not.
Innocent children die
Even the most innocent and pure beings fall prey to the horrors of the world.
When will it all ever end?
Is there ever going to be an end to suffering and pain in the world?
Close your eyes and dream, and visualise a rainbow
Take a moment to escape reality and envision a world filled with hope and beauty.
Oh... a place where you can pray for peace and harmony
A place of tranquility where one can hope for a better future.
Search your heart and find a higher meaning
Look deep within yourself to find a purpose and a reason for hope.
Let this be the start, a brand new beginning
Let this be a new beginning in the quest for a better world.
Contributed by Anthony H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Nickolino89
When I’m feeling down in this world of madness
You comfort all my sadness, you soothe away my pain
‘Cause these are trying times filled with so much sorrow
I wonder if tomorrow will bring a brighter day
Why do the angels cry? Why doesn’t love survive?
Why do we all just pretend?
Why do the angels cry? Innocent children die
When will it all ever end, ever end?
Close your eyes and dream, and visualise a rainbow
Oh, a place where you can pray for peace and harmony
Search your heart and find a higher meaning
Let this be the start, a brand new beginning
Oh… talking ’bout peace and harmony
Oh…
(Why do the angels cry?) Why do they cry?
(Why doesn’t love survive?)
(Why do we all just pretend?) Just pretend?
Why do the angels cry? Innocent children die
When will it all ever end, ever end?
@officieluka
This is soo underrated!
that‘s a masterpiece! It should have qualified!
Her live voice is incredible!
@broadwaymike92
I saw Annet perform with Britney on her 2002 Dream Within A Dream Tour at Nassau Colesum. Love her voice. She later co-wrote Evereytime with her!!
@ArgyC
2019 and still listen to that song....
who is with me?
@esccyprus
Beautiful song
@tinan2179
April 2020
@happyvibes5343
me!
@alexzuzaizaguirre2656
It´s 2023 and here I am
@bardakmilk2728
Amazing! I cannot find a word to describe this masterpiece. From Turkey:)
@konstantinosgavriel3686
Εδώ μετά την συνέντευξη στο open σήμερα. Like οι ομοιοπαθείς 🤣🤣🤣
@Dom-bh9yi
Μπορεί να είναι από τα λίγα ωραία και αδικημένα τραγούδια της Κύπρου