Early life
Bakar grew up in Camden in North London, and attended a state school before being sent to a boarding school in Surrey by his mother. He expressed that "going outside of London and hearing other tastes and how that can relate to me, it definitely did something to me."
Artistry and other ventures
Musical influences cited by Bakar include Madlib and Foals. He has described his music as "schizophrenic", and said that he attempts to "bridge the gap" between different music genres. Ones to Watch described his style as a "melting pot of indie, rap, rock, and punk".
Bakar has also modelled as part of Virgil Abloh's debut runway show for Louis Vuitton In February 2019. In November 2019, he modelled for Prada's "A Gift to Give" campaign alongside models Pixie Geldof and Sara Blomqvist.
Reception
Joe Goggins of DIY compared Bakar's vocal style to that of Kele Okereke (Kele) from Bloc Party. Alex McFayden of Clash also compared his sound to that of Bloc Party. Ashleigh Kane of Crack Magazine deemed him as "indie's revivalist". Bakar's style has been noted as a progressive shift from the 'stale' sound of British rock in the late 2010s. Bakar has received endorsements from artists like Skepta,Elton John and fashion designer Virgil Abloh.
Alone Again
Bakar Lyrics
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I couldn't tell myself, I held it all within
On my own, dyin' to tell you things
I couldn't tell myself, I held it all within
Could you hold my head while I hold my breath?
'Til this feeling's numb, 'til there ain't nothin' left
Could you steal my lungs? Could you be my chest?
Could you hold my head while I hold my breath?
'Til the feeling's numb, 'til there ain't nothin' left
Could you steal my lungs? Will you be my chest?
'Til the feeling's gone, 'til the feeling's dead
When you find your feet, when you find your peace
You want me to leave, I just wanna know
Why tears don't dry on their own
When you found receipts, when you found deceit
When you tried to cheat, I don't wanna know
My tears don't dry on their own, I'm all alone
I been home alone (been home alone)
Feelings still strong (feelings still strong)
Been a lost soul (been a lost soul)
Ever since you went ghost, rode off on your white horse
Show me your thoughts, now the ball's in your court
Serve me up like Serena, girl
Play me in the arenas, in front of all your people, yeah
Play me like I'm Venus, so they can see your genius, yeah
Plant me my seed, blood on my leaves
Eye for an eye, it's been a long night
Show me your demons
When you find your feet, when you find your peace
You want me to leave, I just wanna know
Why tears don't dry on their own
When you found receipts, when you found deceit
When you tried to cheat, I don't wanna know
My tears don't dry on their own, I'm all alone again
On my own, dyin' to tell you things
I couldn't tell myself, I held it all within, yeah
The lyrics to Bakar's song "Alone Again" depict a sense of emotional turmoil and longing for connection. The singer expresses their desire to share their innermost feelings and thoughts, which they have been keeping to themselves. The repeated line "On my own, dyin' to tell you things, I couldn't tell myself, I held it all within" suggests a deep yearning for someone to confide in and share their burdens with. The feeling of isolation and internal struggle is evident throughout the song.
The chorus delves into the idea of seeking solace in someone else, asking them to hold their head and provide support while they endure difficulty. The metaphorical reference to holding their breath indicates a desire for relief from the overwhelming emotional weight they bear. The lyrics also touch upon themes of betrayal and deceit, revealing that the singer has discovered evidence of deceit and attempted cheating. They express a reluctance to know further details, as the pain and tears caused by such revelations are not easily healed.
Overall, "Alone Again" captures the internal struggles and vulnerable longing for connection that can arise within relationships, along with the complexities of trust and emotional pain.
Line by Line Meaning
On my own, dyin' to tell you things
Feeling isolated and desperate to express my emotions to you
I couldn't tell myself, I held it all within
Unable to admit my true feelings even to myself, keeping everything bottled up
Could you hold my head while I hold my breath?
Can you provide support and comfort while I try to suppress my emotions?
'Til this feeling's numb, 'til there ain't nothin' left
'Til I become emotionally detached, until there's nothing left to feel
Could you steal my lungs? Could you be my chest?
Can you take away my ability to breathe? Can you be the source of strength and stability for me?
'Til the feeling's gone, 'til the feeling's dead
'Til the emotions fade away completely and no longer affect me
When you find your feet, when you find your peace
When you establish stability and inner calm in your life
You want me to leave, I just wanna know
You desire my absence, but I simply want to understand
Why tears don't dry on their own
Why my tears don't naturally stop and heal without intervention
When you found receipts, when you found deceit
When you discovered evidence and deception
When you tried to cheat, I don't wanna know
When you attempted to betray me, I prefer not to be aware
My tears don't dry on their own, I'm all alone
My tears don't naturally cease, and I am left feeling isolated
Been a lost soul
Feeling directionless and disconnected from oneself
Ever since you went ghost, rode off on your white horse
Since you disappeared abruptly, leaving behind any remnants of our relationship
Show me your thoughts, now the ball's in your court
Reveal your true intentions and attitudes, now it's your turn to make a move or decision
Serve me up like Serena, girl
Treat me as if I were Serena Williams on the tennis court, confident and powerful
Play me in the arenas, in front of all your people, yeah
Use me as a spectacle to entertain and impress others
Play me like I'm Venus, so they can see your genius, yeah
Use me as a pawn to showcase your brilliance and talent
Plant me my seed, blood on my leaves
Impregnate me and leave the consequences and mess for me to deal with
Eye for an eye, it's been a long night
Seeking revenge for the wrongs committed, enduring a prolonged period of suffering
Show me your demons
Reveal your inner struggles and dark side
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Abubakar Sharriff-Farr, Matthew Tavares, Zach Nahome
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