At 18, he moved to Brighton where he released his debut album Animal Magic on the Tru Thoughts label in 2000. With this album, completely self-produced and mainly self-instrumented, he became one of the "new downtempo pioneers" and his chilled, beat-driven music captivated press as well as many major labels.
In 2001, Bonobo decided to sign for Ninja Tune and in 2003, after one album of remixes on Tru Thoughts in 2002, he released Dial 'M' For Monkey.
In 2005, Bonobo contributed to the Solid Steel series, with his Bonobo Presents Solid Steel: "It Came From The Sea". The release date was scheduled for October 10, 2005, but was released a week early. The mix features several exclusive tracks as well as remixes and re-edits.
His latest album, entitled Days to Come, was released on October 2, 2006. The first single from the album, "Nightlite", featuring vocals by Bajka, was released on August 14.
In 2007, Bonobo's track "Ketto", was featured in a Citroen C4 Picasso advertisement.
Days To Come was voted Best Album of 2006 by Gilles Peterson's listeners.
Days To Come
Bonobo feat. Bajka Lyrics
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Cause I'm only birds & bees
Lose and news and all things be
Sunlight garden low red blossoms
Moon tides of the sea
When struggling for a magic grain
We throw our life to the winds like rain
Spare your failings and take the ability
To strengthen
No spirit can stimulate all minds
Blossoms of Days To Come
Blossoms of Days To Come
Move away from your western guns
Travel towards eastern suns
Far above all earthly goals
A pledge for creation's soul
Spirit finds fresh morning and the dew
Of precious things
Hope is a phoenix building wings to fly
And what we wish shall be
Like a breathe of fresh air
Safe and secret powers
That no love can spare
Move away from your western guns
Travel towards eastern suns
Far above all earthly goals
A pledge for creation's soul
Far above all earthly goals
A pledge for creation's soul
Move away from your western guns
Travel towards eastern suns
Far above all earthly goals
A pledge for creation's soul
Move away from your western guns
Travel towards eastern suns
Far above all earthly goals
A pledge for creation's soul
Far above all earthly goals
A pledge for creation's soul
The lyrics of Bonobo's song Days To Come featuring Bajka reflect the idea of embarking on a journey towards new beginnings and leaving behind the failures and setbacks of the past. The first few lines describe the start of this journey, where the singer is leaving with the intention of exploring new experiences, as they identify themselves as "only birds and bees". The following lines highlight the uncertainty of what lies ahead, with the metaphor of losing and news and all things being replaced by the constant change symbolized by the "sunlight garden low red blossoms" and "moon tides of the sea".
As the song progresses, the lyrics take on a more hopeful tone, urging the listener to spare their failings and instead focus on the ability to strengthen oneself. The singer suggests that no single spirit can inspire all minds, but it is in the blossoming of "Days To Come" that we can cultivate new growth and positive change. The lyrics encourage a shift in perspective, moving away from Western guns and towards Eastern suns, symbolizing a break with the past and a move towards new horizons.
The final lines of the song reinforce the idea that moving away from earthly goals and desires allows us to make a pledge for creation's soul. By distancing ourselves from materialism and the selfish pursuit of individual goals, we can focus on a more altruistic perspective that benefits the greater good. As the song concludes, the singer emphasizes the importance of this spiritual journey, as it brings us closer to a collective consciousness where wishes can be manifested and fresh powers emerge.
Line by Line Meaning
Journey set sail was to leave
I began a journey to leave my current circumstances
Cause I'm only birds & bees
I am insignificant compared to the vastness of the world
Lose and news and all things be
Everything comes and goes, and everything changes constantly
Sunlight garden low red blossoms
A peaceful garden with low-hanging red flowers that are illuminated by the sun
Moon tides of the sea
The ebb and flow of the ocean caused by the moon's gravitational pull
When struggling for a magic grain
When searching for something elusive and valuable
We throw our life to the winds like rain
We risk everything without hesitation
For goodness sake
For the benefit of all that is good
Spare your failings and take the ability
Learn from your mistakes and use them to become stronger
To strengthen
To become more resilient and capable
No spirit can stimulate all minds
No one can appeal to everyone
Blossoms of Days To Come
The positive possibilities of the future
Move away from your western guns
Stop using violence and aggression to solve problems
Travel towards eastern suns
Look towards the more peaceful and spiritual parts of the world
Far above all earthly goals
Higher than any physical or material aspirations
A pledge for creation's soul
A promise to care for and protect the world we live in
Spirit finds fresh morning and the dew
The soul feels revived and refreshed in the early morning and with the dew on the grass
Of precious things
Of the most valuable parts of life
Hope is a phoenix building wings to fly
Hope can give us the ability to rise up and conquer challenges
And what we wish shall be
Our dreams can become reality
Like a breathe of fresh air
Like a new beginning and a refreshing change
Safe and secret powers
Positive and nurturing capabilities that are private and protected
That no love can spare
That cannot be taken away by anyone, even those who wish us well
Writer(s): SIMON GREEN, BEN COOKE, BAJKA PLUWATSCH
Contributed by Thomas R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
mYl
"Journey set sail was to leave
Cause I'm only birds & bees
Lose and news and all things be
Sunlight garden low red blossoms
Moon tides of the sea
When struggling for a magic grain
We throw our life to the winds like rain
For goodness sake
Spare your failings and take the ability
To strengthen
Our spirit can stimulate all minds
Blossoms of days to come
Blossoms of days to come
Move away from your western guns
Travel towards eastern suns
Far above all earthly goals
I pledge for creation's soul
Spirit finds fresh morning and the dew
Of precious things
Hope is a phoenix spreading wings to fly
And what we wish shall be
Like a breathe of fresh air
Safe and secret powers
That no love can spare
Move away from your western guns
Travel towards eastern suns
Far above all earthly goals
I pledge for creation's soul
Far above all earthly goals
I pledge for creation's soul
Move away from your western guns
Travel towards eastern suns
Far above all earthly goals
I pledge for creation's soul [x2]
Far above all earthly goals
I pledge for creation's soul"
caerulea0
I will never ever grow tired of this song, reminds me of sunshine and hope
blitz4sure
Wow 9yrs ago?! Just getting this. So deep & uplifting!
Yikes
This song gives off such a certain vibe of nostalga. Ahh, the 2000s vibes are certainly emitting... I miss those times so much.
michael deadwyler
Man hearing this bring me way back to 2005. I had this song on MySpace page. This song really does heal the soul.
ExperienceLOS7713
This song sounds like the beginning of a great adventure.
Seth Drown
One of the best songs ever made in my opinion. so much unique style
EMPHATIC ONE
I highly agree!!
Stephanie Leger
Listening to this every day lately, it hits just right.
Michael NA
I cannot imagine how this song could be more perfect.
Trey Richards
I heard this song about 2 months ago on a public access radio station. I spent so long searching for this song typing in "Pray for creation's soul" and searching through religious stuff but couldnt find it. Thanks pandora! I feel relieved.