Axel started releasing electronic music on Soundcloud back at 2010. Just a year after his first release, Axel was notified as a "Sounclouder of the Day" with his concept album "Waste Land" inspired by poet T.S. Eliot. During that time Axel also started studying musicology at the University of Helsinki, where he got interested in sound design and electroacoustic music. From 2011 onward, he released couple EP's where he further developed his skills as a music producer as well as a composer.
In 2014 Axel experimented with some eastern vibes and samples from India, which lead to the smash hit Bad Karma. After Bad Karma Axel released a couple of singles and continued his endeavors with Mr. Eliot, releasing his musical interpretation of the poem "The Hollow Men".
His single releases "Done & Reincarnation" in 2016 were the beginning of a new era, which led the way to even more diverse style. With songs ranging genres like Future Bass, Future Garage, World Bass, Eastern Impacts, Tribal, and even Tropical sounds.
The year 2017 began with his first music video release, Bad Karma. Single "Need You" was released on Valentine's Day and reached high-end playlists like Chillout Lounge (500k+ followers). Followed by double single release Your Voice / Like a Lullaby in April and a vocal song Fighter made with a Brit singer-songwriter Richard Walters in May - the song got previewed on BBC.
In early July, Axel continued his musical endeavor collaborating a song Free with an upcoming Finnish artist Ronja. Free got good traction on its first week of the release, by being added on 6 different New Music Friday playlists on Spotify (Finland, Sweden, Norway, Turkey, Italy & Iceland).
In 2018 Axel continued his eastern influenced style and released the Two Worlds EP. A few months later, it was followed by an eastern influenced single Piya Mora. On November 30th it was the time for an Audiovisual EP based on the Two Two worlds EP. the 30-minute long visual journey to human condition was released on Youtube and have received an amazing response from the crowd.
Moving on to developing his live performance build around multiple instruments such as keytar, drum pad, and a midi mallet Axel made his US debut by touring with Beats Antique at the beginning of 2019. Followed by his first overseas festival performance at Envision festival held in Costa Rica.
I Am
Axel Thesleff Lyrics
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Yet I desperately want self-definition.
I am trying to get us to abandon that terminology.
I am saying something inconsistent.
I am a non-immigrant.
I am who I say I am.
I am an employer.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
broadcasting my despair but I hear no response.
I am.
Axel Thesleff's song "I Am" is a profound and introspective exploration of the concept of self-identity. The lyrics address the singer's struggle to understand who they are and how they fit into the world around them. The opening line, "I do not know who I am," sets the tone for a deeply personal and reflective journey. The singer acknowledges their desire for self-definition while also recognizing the limitations of language and terminology.
The repeated phrase "I am" serves as a reminder of the singer's existence but also highlights the difficulties they face when trying to articulate their identity. The line "I am saying something inconsistent" points to the complex and often contradictory nature of self-identity. The subsequent lines, "I am a non-immigrant" and "I am an employer" suggest that the singer's identity is shaped not only by personal attributes but also by societal and cultural expectations.
The final lines, "I'm speaking to a microphone, broadcasting my despair but I hear no response" encapsulate the isolation and loneliness that can accompany the search for self-identity. The song's haunting melody and sparse instrumentation enhance the sense of introspection and introspection.
Line by Line Meaning
I do not know who I am,
My identity is a mystery to me, and I lack clarity in knowing myself.
Yet I desperately want self-definition.
Despite not knowing myself, I have a strong desire to define who I am.
I am trying to get us to abandon that terminology.
I am advocating for the rejection of language and labels that restrict or limit our identity.
I am saying something inconsistent.
My message may seem contradictory or paradoxical.
I am a non-immigrant.
I am not someone who has migrated to a new location for long-term residency.
I am who I say I am.
My self-perception and self-identification are valid and should not be questioned by others.
I am an employer.
I am someone who provides employment opportunities to others.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am not physically present or asleep, but rather in a state of consciousness.
I'm speaking to a microphone,
I am addressing an audience through the use of technology and amplification.
broadcasting my despair but I hear no response.
I am expressing my emotions of hopelessness and distress, but receiving no feedback or support from my audience.
I am.
I exist and am present in the world, despite the complexities and uncertainties that come with self-identification.
Contributed by Ava J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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lyrics:
I do not know who I am,
Yet I desperately want self-definition.
I am trying to get us to abandon that terminology.
I am saying something inconsistent.
I am a non-immigrant.
I am who I say I am.
I am an employer.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I'm speaking to a microphone,
broadcasting my despair but I hear no response.
I am.
@AxelThesleffMusic
This live show was filmed on a mountaintop during the midnight sun. Watch the Mountain Live ⛰ video here: https://youtu.be/3g-Kjep9eQI
@gyaanibro
I am, the universe 🌌❄
@milanvacek7655
Alex! Perfekto! Bad karma, i am! Top top top ! ☝️👍👍👍
@Swush12
I AM,got it tattooed on me when i understood the meaning of the song!Axel is dope,dope dope!
@reetc8734
I listen to axel with HD headphonez while high, such a mind trip!!! Tingles all over 💕
@fernandobarradas6145
yoooo, I felt same shit , this song while smoking , omg ur mind goes to the space , unbelievable feelling
@shannonfraiser7010
That beat is legit to this
@reetc8734
@@shannonfraiser7010 dudeeeeee what are the chances tht I'm high and listening to this right now!! 😊🤭🤭☺️
@shannonfraiser7010
@@reetc8734 hmmm 🤔 100% 🔥 💨 😁 it’s the only way to listen to music I think 😆
@HesOneShot88
I more than liked and subscribed.I shared.Axel consistently provides these thick SOUNDSCAPES.This track specifically is an immense amount of immersion and 3d audio placement.This man is dope af!