Arca embraces fluidity and changing between states, whether it be gender, genre, or personality. In a 2020 interview, they say "We all have multiple personalities. Rather than causing panic, I think maybe that could cause some relief". "There was a clear intention on her fourth album, Kick i to allow every self to express itself. Not to decide how much air time each self would get, but to allow for modulation between them in a spontaneous way. There is no such thing as normal". In Mutability and ambivalence guide the sound of her music — the atmospheres they create often contain abrasive percussive blasts, metal-shop whine, the screech of subway brakes, the whine of jet engines overheating. Anthropomorphic and animalistic sounds abound —mewling cats, mooing cows, anguished screams, the grunts and groans of orgasm, commingling pleasure and terror and beauty and ugliness in the most thrilling ways possible.
She has also been credited for her writing/producing efforts on Björk's Vulnicura and the entirety of Utopia. Alongside FKA twigs' EP2 as well as for their collaborations with Dean Blunt, Frank Ocean, Kelela, Kanye West, ROSALÍA and Lady Gaga, among others.
Fortune
Arca Lyrics
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Don't let 'cha ego don′t trick yo ass, ′cause this motherfuck-
Ego trick yo ass, 'cause this motherfuckin′ tech-
Get yo ass, yes, the semi-aut-
Go off, go off, go off
Break
Go off, go, go
Break
Right time, right time
Right time, right time
Right time
Go off, go off
Here to fuck everything up
Go harder
Give it to you raw, no pause
Man, where's the place you live
Pays no disrespect
Possibility, I′mma die
He right, my sex, [?]
Windows, no pause
No pause, no pause
In the song "Fortune" by Arca, the lyrics talk about the dangers of the ego and how one should not let it trick them. The song explores the themes of self-awareness and the consequences of one's actions. The first few lines suggest that the ego can be dishonest with oneself and mislead them. The next line mentions a semi-automatic weapon, which could symbolize the danger of unchecked ego.
The chorus is an invitation to break free from these confines and go off, go harder, and go off again. The repetition of "right time" implies that this is an opportune moment to break free and take action. The line "Here to fuck everything up" suggests that the singer is not afraid to take risks and face the consequences of their choices.
The final lines of the song, "Give it to you raw, no pause, man, where's the place you live, pays no disrespect," imply that the singer is being authentic and open in their expression. They are not holding back and are aware of the impact of their words.
Overall, the lyrics of "Fortune" by Arca explore the complexities of the ego and how it can deceive and mislead. The song encourages listeners to break free from these confines and embrace their authenticity, no matter the consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't let 'cha ego don′t trick yo ass, ′cause this motherfuck-
Do not let your ego deceive you, as this motherfucker technology could be risky
Ego trick yo ass, 'cause this motherfuckin′ tech-
Your ego could deceive you, and make you fall for this risky technology
Get yo ass, yes, the semi-aut-
Pay attention to the semi-automatic technology
Go off, go off, go off
Express yourself fully and without restraint
Break
Take a break, pause momentarily
Right time, right time
The perfect moment has arrived
Go off, go, go
Express yourself courageously and without holding back
Right time, right time
The moment is auspicious and in your favour
Right time
This moment is ideal and opportune
Go off, go off
Speak your mind with clarity and power
Here to fuck everything up
I am here to disrupt the norm and cause chaos
Go harder
Push yourself to the limit, overcome all obstacles
Give it to you raw, no pause
I will express myself honestly and without hesitation
Man, where's the place you live
What is the place you currently reside in?
Pays no disrespect
I am not trying to be disrespectful
Possibility, I′mma die
There is a chance I could die
He right, my sex, [?]
He is correct, my sexuality is ambiguous or undefined
Windows, no pause
There is no time for interruptions, let us continue the discussion
No pause, no pause
We must keep going without any interruptions or breaks
Writer(s): Alejandro Ghersi
Contributed by Peyton W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.