The first song completed, "Mod Volatile", appears on Grayskul's 7" released by Fieldwerk Recordings in June 2009. The new partnership culminated in December 2009 with Dark Time Sunshine's Believeyoume, a nine song EP, released as a free download and limited CD from Fake Four Inc.. In April 2010 Dark Time Sunshine released their first full-length LP, the acclaimed Vessel (Fake Four Inc.).
With two superb releases and extensive touring in the U.S. with the likes of Sole and the Skyrider Band, AWOL One, Pigeon John, and DJ Abilities. Dark Time Sunshine quickly became an indie favorite and 'Vessel' became one of the most well received hip hop albums of 2010. Dark Time Sunshine's performance at Soundset 2010, one of indie hip hop's most celebrated festivals, continued to increase their fanbase and expose new listeners to 'Vessel', often referred to as "psychedelic Gang Starr". Dark Time Sunshine released Cornucopia, an EP of unreleased material, for their Fall 2010 "Make A Darwish" tour. In October 2010, Zavala was named to URB's 10 Awesome New Beat Makers.
Hosanna in the Highest
Dark Time Sunshine Lyrics
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And the mother is screaming for somebody
Your least is feeding inside of me through the vision.
Probably like it to the other thinking kind of seeing someone
Was together this entire meeting, is got me suffocating,
I think it's like to being suffocated.
There's a battle inside of me trying to climb
And the mother is screaming for somebody
Probably like it to the other thinking kind of seeing someone
Was together this entire meeting, is got me suffocating,
I think it's like to being suffocated.
The lyrics to Dark Time Sunshine's song Hosanna in the Highest describe the internal struggle that is taking place within the artist. The battle inside of them is trying to climb, which suggests that it is becoming more intense and harder to ignore. The mother screaming for somebody could represent a cry for help, but it is unclear who exactly is being called upon. The "least" feeding inside of them is an interesting phrase, as it is not immediately clear what it is referring to. It could be a feeling of inadequacy or a lack of self-worth that is starting to take hold.
The phrase "through the vision" suggests that this internal struggle is inspiring some sort of artistic or creative process. However, this vision is also causing a lot of distress, as the artist feels suffocated by it. The repetition of the phrase "I think it's like being suffocated" further drives home the idea that this is an overwhelming and stressful experience.
Overall, the lyrics suggest that the artist is going through a difficult time and is grappling with some sort of internal conflict. There are elements of creativity and inspiration, but also feelings of stress and suffocation that are difficult to ignore.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a battle inside of me trying to climb
I am struggling internally with a difficult conflict.
And the mother is screaming for somebody
I feel a desperate need for comfort and support.
Your least is feeding inside of me through the vision.
Negative thoughts are consuming my mind and emotions.
Probably like it to the other thinking kind of seeing someone
I relate to others who can empathize with my struggle.
Was together this entire meeting, is got me suffocating,
Being in this situation with others is overwhelming and suffocating.
I think it's like to being suffocated.
I feel like I am being suffocated by my own thoughts and feelings.
Contributed by Katherine F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.