Mantra
CHARLOTTE ADIGERY Lyrics
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I have such a lack of self-discipline, what′s wrong with me
And why am I awake before my alarm goes off every day
Is it because I'm a new artist that I should put up with that?
Should I wear my afro or a wig again today?
I wish I looked better without make-up though
A natural beauty
Why can′t you just let it go you know all this
Go meditate
Now let go of this mental interpretation
You exist with or without it
Thank the fears and say goodbye
Let it go
Your body knows what to do
Now let go of this mental interpretation
You exist with or without it
Thank the fears and say goodbye
Let it go
Your body knows what to do
Damn I can't believe this is our last song already
Oh you want a picture, did you enjoy the show?
You want to book me for your jungle party, how nice
Why am I still living here, can't take it no more
Now let go of this mental interpretation
You exist with or without it
Thank the fears and say goodbye
Let it go
Your body knows what to do
Now let go of this mental interpretation
You exist with or without it
Thank the fears and say goodbye
Let it go
Your body knows what to do
You′ve freed yourself from all of that mental clutter
Cleaned the dirty dishes
Threw away the broken glass
What′s left is a clean slate so what's next
Thank yourself, praise your body, celebrate and dance
Now let go of this mental interpretation
You exist with or without it
Thank the fears and say goodbye
Let it go
Your body knows what to do
Now let go of this mental interpretation
You exist with or without it
Thank the fears and say goodbye
Let it go
Your body knows what to do
The lyrics to CHARLOTTE ADIGERY's song Mantra describe the internal monologue of a person struggling with self-discipline, body image, and the stress of being a new artist. The opening lines question how people find the time for something as basic as coffee, and the singer contrasts this with their own lack of self-discipline, wondering what's wrong with them. The next lines delve into the singer's frustration with waking up before their alarm, possibly as a result of the pressures of their newfound fame. The singer questions whether this is something they should just accept and deal with as an artist.
The middle of the song sees the singer questioning their physical appearance, whether they should embrace their natural beauty or cover it up with makeup and wigs. They express a desire to feel comfortable in their own skin and to let go of the mental clutter that's holding them back. The repeated lines "now let go of this mental interpretation" suggest a call to action to free oneself from their own self-destructive thoughts and fears.
The song concludes with a more positive outlook, as the singer urges the listener to celebrate their accomplishments and free themselves from their mental clutter. The lyrics describe a sense of renewal, as the singer compares the situation to cleaning dirty dishes and throwing away broken glass to create a clean slate.
Line by Line Meaning
How do people find the time to have coffee?
I struggle with time management and wonder how others have time for leisurely activities like coffee.
I have such a lack of self-discipline, what's wrong with me
I struggle with self-discipline and feel like something is wrong with me for being this way.
And why am I awake before my alarm goes off every day
I question why I always wake up before my alarm and wonder if there's anything wrong with me.
Is it because I'm a new artist that I should put up with that?
I wonder if being a new artist is the reason for my sleep troubles and if I should just accept it.
Should I wear my afro or a wig again today?
I'm indecisive about my appearance and can't decide between wearing my natural hair or a wig today.
I wish I looked better without make-up though
I have insecurities about my natural appearance and wish that I looked better without makeup.
A natural beauty
I believe that embracing my natural self is the most attractive thing I can do.
Embracing myself is the most attractive thing to be
I believe that being confident and accepting of myself is the most attractive quality I can have.
Why can't you just let it go you know all this
I'm frustrated with someone who can't seem to move on or stop bringing up the past.
Go meditate
I suggest that someone try meditating to calm their mind and find inner peace.
Now let go of this mental interpretation
I encourage letting go of negative or distorted thoughts and perceptions that can hold us back.
You exist with or without it
Our existence is not defined by our thoughts or interpretations of the world around us.
Thank the fears and say goodbye
Instead of fearing our anxieties and worries, we can acknowledge them and let them go.
Let it go
I implore someone to release what isn't serving them and holding them back.
Your body knows what to do
Our bodies have innate wisdom and can guide us towards what we need.
Damn I can't believe this is our last song already
I'm surprised that our time together has already come to an end.
Oh you want a picture, did you enjoy the show?
I ask someone if they enjoyed the performance and if they'd like to take a picture with me.
You want to book me for your jungle party, how nice
I'm flattered that someone wants to book me for their event and feel excitement towards it.
Why am I still living here, can't take it no more
I question why I'm still living in a place that's causing me stress and unhappiness.
You’ve freed yourself from all of that mental clutter
I highlight the importance of freeing ourselves from mental baggage that can hold us back.
Cleaned the dirty dishes
I use a metaphor of cleaning dishes to describe the process of decluttering our minds and letting go of negativity.
Threw away the broken glass
I continue to use the metaphor of cleaning to describe letting go of pain and damaging experiences in our lives.
What's left is a clean slate so what's next
After letting go of mental clutter, we have a fresh start and can focus on the next steps in our lives.
Thank yourself, praise your body, celebrate and dance
I encourage self-love and self-care, celebrating ourselves and our bodies through movement and expression.
Writer(s): Rodrigo Gorky, David Gerard Dewaele, Stephen Dewaele, Phillip Alves
Contributed by Gianna F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@andrewrobinson2565
The whole album is a breath of fresh air.n ❤️
@radioattax
^^^^^
@hazmatforhumanity7318
I absolutely adore these two and they continue to impress me
@janerodriguez359
This is so f**king good! I am still on a high after seeing you both last month. Hands down one of the best shows I've ever seen. Can't wait for you to tour again.
@striderQED
I have to comment again. This is just too fantastic. To me this is art in the finest sense of the word. It transcends the (excellent) music and speaks to me about a way of existing.
@roxismith4353
One of my favorite songs of the year! Brilliant
@taylorisaac891
"You've freed yourself from all of that mental clutter
Cleaned the dirty dishes
Threw away the broken glass
What's left is a clean slate so what's next
Thank yourself, praise your body, celebrate and dance"
@nemo215
Saw these at Printworks last Friday. Just superb. Certified banger 💣 Love these two, love Soulwax. ❤️
@shanna12326
love this track 🥰
@YLSugarman
This is one of my favorite tracks of the year! can't wait to hear remixes:-)))) love you Charlotte & Bolis! xxx