After the song Flaws surfaced in 2012 through Hardlivings, Denai's first full release was 'Saudade' EP (including Wolves and Gone on Because Music. It was followed by The Lake EP in November 2013. A year later, I swore and Feeling were released, as well as a collaboration with SBTRKT on The Light.
Her debut album, 'Elsewhere', was produced by Rodaidh McDonald (the xx, Savages), with additional work by Ben Drew (aka Plan B). It was preceded by the singles Blame and no light and available in March 2015.
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Cascades
Denai Moore Lyrics
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Easily undone
I can't explain
It comes in waves
Cascades to nothing
It's-it's the rougher rain
They drop in summer again
It comes in waves
Cascades to-
Do you mind if I lay my head here?
On your lap, could you be my boulder?
Laying flat, would you hold me hand and stay awake?
Baby
When it cascades
And things change
When it cascades
And things get in the way
When it cascades
And things change
When it cascades
And things get in the way
Am I convincing you yet?
Got my stoic faces to get
I can't explain
It comes in waves
Cascades to nothing (nothing)
Do you mind if I lay my head here?
On your lap, could you be my boulder?
Laying flat, would you hold me hand and stay awake?
Baby
When it cascades
And things change
When it cascades
And things get in the way
When it cascades
And things change
When it cascades
And things get in the way
Things get in the way
Oh I get down on myself
Oh I get down on myself
Things get in the way
When it cascades
And things change
When it cascades
And things get in the way
When it cascades
And things change
When it cascades
And things get in the way
The lyrics to Denai Moore’s song Cascades is filled with emotive reactions to the feeling of being overwhelmed, uncertain, and troubled. The opening stanza "Down by one, easily undone" speaks of a struggle with keeping things together and maintaining composure. This is followed by "I can't explain, it comes in waves" indicating that these pressures are unpredictable and uncontrollable, much like the crashing of waves hitting the shore. The line "cascades to nothing" delves into the futility of struggling against these pressures, as the cascade disappears into nothingness.
The next verse features the imagery of a storm or rough rain, suggesting the idea of turbulent times in life. The reference to "summer again" reveals that this is a recurring event. The chorus is filled with repetition, echoing the idea of cascading and things getting in the way. The second verse ends with a plea for support when things go wrong. The songwriter seeks comfort and security. The chorus repeats these feelings in a more intensified form- when it cascades, things change, and things get in the way. The closing lyrics, "Oh, I get down on myself, things get in the way" highlight the emotional turmoil that is associated with this upheaval.
Line by Line Meaning
Down by one
Feeling low and defeated
Easily undone
Fragile, vulnerable and easily shaken
I can't explain
Unable to express the feeling completely
It comes in waves
The feeling is erratic and comes and goes in cycles
Cascades to nothing
The feeling dissolves and disappears abruptly
Do you mind if I lay my head here?
Asking for comfort and support from someone
On your lap, could you be my boulder?
Asking to lean on someone for stability
Laying flat, would you hold my hand and stay awake?
Asking for comfort and reassurance to face difficult times
When it cascades
When the feeling overwhelms and takes over
And things change
The situation transforms in a new and often challenging way
And things get in the way
Obstacles and difficulties arise that hinder progress
Am I convincing you yet?
Asking if the message is getting through and is understood
Got my stoic faces to get
Putting up a brave front to hide inner turmoil
Cascades to nothing (nothing)
The feeling fades away and disappears
Things get in the way
Obstacles emerge and interrupt the path forward
Oh I get down on myself
Self-doubt and negativity take over
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Denai Moore
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Denai Moore
My new video for CASCADES is out now! Let me know what you think so far, and pre order my forthcoming album Modern Dread ! 💥🖤
omgchrista
Oh my god, this is the most criminally underappreciated song on YouTube. Such an amazing gem that deserves so much more love. It improved my existence, fr, and I'm pretty sure I paid for Denai to live comfortable into retirement based on my repeated Spotify streams. 💕💕💕🙌🙌🙌
SamOwenI
I really enjoy the harmonies in this.
Elliot Lewis
Denai this is probably the song I’ve listened on repeat to the most in all my 37 years. I’ve had a really hard time the past year or two and somehow this song pierces through all the despair and dread and just makes me feel alive. That motif in the second half of the chorus, the da-da, da-da, da-da dada-da. It’s so powerful to me somehow.
Troy Chola
all the way from Africa , Zambia to be precise started listening to your music yesterday and i was blown away by your originality and creativity i'm really enjoying your music ✔❤
Gigi
This is genius. From the vocals to the music video to the fashion and the amazing lyrics i love it all.
Lord Shahieda
I loveee the chorus and the instrumental, I love songs with this kind of tune, I need moreee
Vivi Sebaccar
I love you girl you are magic! You deserve more place! ❤ keep it up.
Layla Sadiq
This is so amazing - the song is so interesting and the video is a masterpiece 💕
Uri Watson
I thought the song was good but the video is even better 😍 omg