His vocal - sounding very much like the legendary Janis Joplin - is unmatched; and he sings primarily in English. "A genius... A new Messiah" (Rolling Stone Mexico) and "The most interesting voice in the Israeli music scene" are some of the accolades he has received.
Born in Jerusalem, Israel, to diplomats for the Israeli Foreign Office, Avidan spent four years of his childhood in Jamaica and also grew up in New York. In 2006, after breaking up with his long-time girlfriend, he moved back to Jerusalem desiring to pursue a music career. From 2006–2011 he featured in Asaf Avidan & the Mojos.
In 2012, Avidan released the single "Different Pulses", followed by the premiere of his debut solo studio album of the same name. The singer's follow-up record Gold Shadow (2015) was similarly successful in Europe, reaching Gold status in France. The Study on Falling followed in 2017.
Cyclamen
Asaf Avidan Lyrics
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Still I'm gonna go trying
I’ll make it better
I, I know I am dying
Still I'm gonna go trying
I’ll make it better
There's winter in every spring
It's time to let go
Cyclamen, the temperature’s rising again
But you're tuber is absorbing the rain
Continues to grow
I know I am dying
Still I'm gonna go trying
I’ll make it better
It's over
It's over
It's over
I know I am dying
Still I'm gonna go trying
I’ll make it better
It's over
It's over
It's over
Cyclamen, it's hard to breath ‘cause the air
Is filled with your prayers again
You’ve got to let go
Cyclamen, Time will always be lighter than Pain
It floats away from your stem
You're left with a bulb
I know I am dying
Still I'm gonna go trying
I’ll make it better
It's over
It's over
It's over
I know I am dying
Still I'm gonna go trying
I’ll make it better
It's over
It's over
It's over
It's over
It's over
It's over
It's over
It's over
It's over
It's over
It's over
It's over
It's over
It's over
It's over
The lyrics to Asaf Avidan's song "Cyclamen" appear to be about the inevitability of death and the struggle to make the most of the time one has left. The repeated refrain of "I know I am dying, still I'm gonna go trying, I'll make it better" suggests a determination to live life to the fullest despite the knowledge that it will ultimately come to an end. The lines about Cyclamen, a type of flower known for its resilience and ability to withstand harsh conditions, may serve as a metaphor for the human experience. The image of winter in every spring and the need to let go and move on suggest that part of making the most of life is accepting change and embracing the new.
The lyrics also contain a message of hope, with the line "Time will always be lighter than Pain" suggesting that even in the midst of difficulty, there is always the possibility of moving forward and finding something positive. The repeated use of the words "It's over" may seem like a lament for what has passed, but it could also be interpreted as a call to move beyond the past and focus on the present.
Overall, the lyrics to "Cyclamen" suggest a deep appreciation for life and a desire to make the most of every moment, even in the face of death and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
I, I know I am dying
Despite being aware of my imminent death, I am determined to push forward.
Still I'm gonna go trying
I am not willing to give up easily, even in the face of death.
I’ll make it better
I am hopeful that I can improve my circumstances, despite my illness.
Cyclamen, you're holding it in again
You are bottling up your emotions yet again, Cyclamen.
There's winter in every spring
Even during the renewal and growth of spring, there is always an undercurrent of darkness and bleakness.
It's time to let go
You need to relinquish your grip on your emotions and find a way to move forward.
Cyclamen, the temperature’s rising again
The temperature is increasing, indicating that better times are on the horizon, Cyclamen.
But you're tuber is absorbing the rain
Your roots are steadily absorbing all of the nourishment and experiences, in order to grow stronger and healthier.
Continues to grow
Your roots continue to reach deeper and grow stronger, despite the difficulties you face.
Cyclamen, it's hard to breath ‘cause the air
You are struggling to breathe due to the heavy emotional burden you carry, Cyclamen.
Is filled with your prayers again
You are once again overwhelmed by the weight of your own hopes and desires, which are suffocating you.
You’ve got to let go
In order to move forward, you need to learn to release your hopes and fears, and find peace within yourself.
Cyclamen, Time will always be lighter than Pain
No matter how difficult life may be, time will ultimately heal your pain and lighten your load, Cyclamen.
It floats away from your stem
Time will lift you up and bring you away from your current troubles and pain, allowing you to blossom and grow anew.
You're left with a bulb
Despite the difficulties you face, you still possess the strength and potential to grow and flourish in the future.
It's over
The struggles and pain of the past are finally behind you.
It's over
You can finally find peace and rest, now that the trying times are done.
It's over
The emotional and physical hardships are finally coming to an end.
Writer(s): Asaf Avidan Copyright: Chrysalis Music Germany
Contributed by Sebastian I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Marc Théraulaz
Fabuleux! la voix d'Asaf est envoûtante, groupe génial!
judith schilcher
best musician ever! brilliant music - wonderful voice - brilliant lyrics - perfect performance - the more i listen the less i can stop...LOVE IT!!!
Mónica Estrada
Magnífica voz!!!
correia carlos
Troubadour merveilleux toutes ses musiques sont top du top et qu'elle voix extra ! Merci mec top du top !
Peleg Kazaz
כמו יין טוב, משתבח עם הזמן! לא מפסיק לחדש ולהפתיע
sandrine R
Une thérapie en soi cette chanson.... Elle correspond parfaitement à ce que je traverse en ce moment, tout en faisant du bien...merci! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
mila pagel
I Love his earlier work too, truly amazing records! I think all of his work is amazing and hits hard!
Travis Shaw
Hands down THE best artist currently making music.
Ofir Swisa
Amazing song, can't wait for the album!
atharax7
je découvre... extraordinaire cette voix! un gros j'aime!