Native to the eclectically romantic city of Montreal, and now temporary resident in London, Ontario, Atlass brings the Old World charm of his home and infuses it with stark synth landscapes and enormously empty drums not only creating a name for himself, but also eradicating any notions of a specific genre. Coupled with his dreamy, intensely reverbed vocals and inventive melodies, this young maverick has fashioned quite a unique project few will be prepared for. It's something you have to hear to understand.
"The Black Atlass EP", his first EP released on Green United Music, is a six song teaser of things to come. Even in the relatively brief foray, lasting only 18 minutes, Altlass manages to create a plethora of different productions styles varying from the sample heavy banger "Ways", to the ethereal keys found cascading amidst the synthesizer wails of the Paris Interlude.
One of the most captivating aspects of this young artist can only be appreciated once you have witnessed him performing his special brand of crooning in person. Armed only with awkward personability and his MPD/computer combo, this troubadour sings while re-producing his beats live, to slay any notions of disbelief in regards to his talent. He even takes the process one step further when he records his music and plays each song's instrumental in real time drectly from his MPD. This means when you listen to his music, the instrumental backing you hear accompanying his vocals are not the result of quantized drum patterns and sequencing, but fined tuned precision and enviable musical ability.
Fusing his polarizingly different sound-scape with an undeniable musicality, Black Atlass is definitely an act to look out for in 2012. You should expect to see a couple interesting collaborations with some well-known Toronto area performers before the end of this year.
Something great this way comes.
http://www.blackatlass.com
Permanent Smile
Black Atlass Lyrics
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Nesting in the hills
Every single night,
And I don't wanna lose my body
Searching for my soul
But I'd take another sip of the poison
Become new
I just wanna live my life
I just wanna live my life
Wanna be some shinning, a permanent smile
Baby, wouldn't you know that?
Baby, wouldn't you know that?
(Go with me)
Now I feel like I'm dying
So, break inside the walls
I wanna catch the view of the scene
Rest then before
And I don't wanna lose my body
Searching for my soul
But I'd take another sip of the poison
Become new
I just wanna live my life
Wanna be some shinning, a permanent smile
I just wanna live my life
Wanna be some shinning, a permanent smile
Baby, wouldn't you know that?
Baby, wouldn't you know that?
(Go with me)
The lyrics of Black Atlass's song "Permanent Smile" paint a picture of a serene and idyllic environment filled with birds and natural beauty. The singer wants to enjoy the present moment and is conflicted between seeking deeper spiritual fulfillment and accepting the pleasures that life has to offer, even if they may come at a cost. The imagery of the "poison" suggests that the singer recognizes the dangers of indulgence, but they still want to experience the excitement of living life to the fullest.
The repeated phrase "Wanna be some shinning, a permanent smile" can be interpreted in a few different ways. On one hand, it may be a simple desire for a life filled with joy and positivity, represented by the metaphor of a permanent smile. On the other hand, the phrase could also be seen as a commentary on the pressure to maintain a facade of happiness, as if the singer is striving to appear perfect and flawless on the outside even when they may be struggling internally.
Overall, the song captures a sense of wanderlust and a longing for something more, while also acknowledging the complexity of human emotions and desires.
Line by Line Meaning
Nothing but birds and paradise
The setting around the singer is idyllic and peaceful, with only the sounds of nature.
Nesting in the hills
The birds mentioned earlier are found in the nearby hills and mountains.
Every single night,
The singer has a routine of taking in the scenery and enjoying the peaceful sounds before bed each night.
And I don't wanna lose my body
The singer is afraid of losing themselves and their identity, possibly to negative influences or experiences.
Searching for my soul
The singer is looking for something deeper and more meaningful than what they currently have or know.
But I'd take another sip of the poison
In spite of the potential harm, the singer is willing to indulge in negative habits or experiences that may ultimately hurt them in the long run.
Become new
The singer sees a chance for a fresh start or a way to escape their current situation.
I just wanna live my life
The singer desires to experience life to the fullest and be true to themselves.
Wanna be some shinning, a permanent smile
The singer wants to radiate positivity and joy, to be a symbol of hope and happiness for themselves and others.
Baby, wouldn't you know that?
The singer is addressing someone, asking if they understand or relate to their desires and struggles.
(Go with me)
The singer is inviting the person they addressed earlier to join them on their journey.
Now I feel like I'm dying
Despite their earlier optimism and hope, the singer is currently feeling overwhelmed and hopeless.
So, break inside the walls
The singer wants to break out of the barriers holding them back and limiting their potential.
I wanna catch the view of the scene
The singer wants to experience more of the world around them and appreciate the beauty in everything.
Rest then before
The singer wishes to return to a previous time where they were able to find peace and contentment.
Writer(s): ALEXANDER SANDFORD FLEMING
Contributed by Dylan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Aizen Zae
Flying
With the birds of paradise
Nesting in the hills
Every single night
And I don't wanna lose my body
Searching for my soul
But I take another sip of the poison
And become new
I just wanna live my life on the beach
Sunshine and a permanent smile
I just wanna live my life on the beach
Sunshine and a permanent smile
And baby would you go there?
And baby would you go there
And do it with me?
And now I feel like I'm dying
To break inside those walls
I wanna catch that view of the city
While the rest of them fall And I don't wanna loose my body
Searching for my soul
But I take another sip of the poison
And become new
I just wanna live my life on the beach
Sunshine and a permanent smile
I just wanna live my life on the beach
Sunshine and a permanent smile
And baby would you go there?
And baby would you go there
And do it with me?
Aizen Zae
Flying
With the birds of paradise
Nesting in the hills
Every single night
And I don't wanna lose my body
Searching for my soul
But I take another sip of the poison
And become new
I just wanna live my life on the beach
Sunshine and a permanent smile
I just wanna live my life on the beach
Sunshine and a permanent smile
And baby would you go there?
And baby would you go there
And do it with me?
And now I feel like I'm dying
To break inside those walls
I wanna catch that view of the city
While the rest of them fall And I don't wanna loose my body
Searching for my soul
But I take another sip of the poison
And become new
I just wanna live my life on the beach
Sunshine and a permanent smile
I just wanna live my life on the beach
Sunshine and a permanent smile
And baby would you go there?
And baby would you go there
And do it with me?
Sonia ,The Creator
I play this song everyday it's so chill.
LR fa.miliya
Omg. I love it. On repeat
mangoosefx
Monster track. Can't believe it has so little views.
Roberto Ramos Hernandez
Jajaja it’s better hen it’s only us all
Dyllon Brown
Atlast some soul music from a male artist !! And he's defntly King 🤴 🙌
Tina
Love this
Timothy Krieger
This song is so fucking great. Slept on, big time.
ocasals
He and Lana Del Rey should work together.
Kathy Mullins
They never lose their audience!