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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Gone
Denai Moore Lyrics
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But it scarred from the molten sun
You're the one I think of when I wake
Until the morning starts and the evening breaks
And I found you in all my fears
And I found you beneath my tears
And I found you had gone
Your summer nights that never dies
Sparks of amber gold from bonfire nights
But the flame it burns out instead
You took the flame, distinguished oxygen
And I found you in all my fears
And I found you beneath my tears
And I found you had gone
And I found you had gone
I never know who to look for to try and fill your place
Cause I never thought that I would have to
Just know that you can never be replaced
And they tell me all just to move on
But how can I when you're all I know?
You're all I know.
And I found you in all my fears
And I found you beneath my tears
And I found you had gone
And I found you had gone
And I found you in all my fears
And I found you beneath you my tears
And I found you had gone
And I found you had gone
The song "Gone" by Denai Moore is an emotive and poignant piece that deals with the sorrow and longing felt after a loved one has left. The opening lines, "Your autumn leaves scattered like sores / But it scarred from the molten sun" paints a picture of nature - leaves - being destroyed and changed by the harsh and relentless force of the world. This metaphorical language reflects how the person singing feels about their loved one's departure. The loss has impacted them deeply and left scars, but they can't help still thinking about that person every day, "You're the one I think of when I wake / Until the morning starts and the evening breaks." This repetition of "And I found you in all my fears / And I found you beneath my tears / And I found you had gone / And I found you had gone" - further drives home how much the person's absence is felt.
The song also touches upon the difficulty in trying to replace a loved one. The line "I never know who to look for to try and fill your place / Cause I never thought that I would have to" speaks directly to this. Even though others may encourage them to move on, they don't know how to, because the person they lost was someone they thought they'd always have around. Overall, the song is a haunting and poignant reflection on the pain of loss, and how the echoes of that absence can reverberate long after that person has gone.
Line by Line Meaning
Your autumn leaves scattered like sores
Your presence around me felt like the leaves during autumn that spread all over, but instead of giving warmth, it caused pain and discomfort.
But it scarred from the molten sun
Just like how the sun scorches everything on earth, my memories of us together left a permanent mark on me that will never heal.
You're the one I think of when I wake
You are always on my mind, and as soon as I wake up, my first thought is of you.
Until the morning starts and the evening breaks
However, as the day progresses, and night falls again, it's evident that you are not here, and you are never coming back.
And I found you in all my fears
The mere thought of losing you was my biggest fear, and now that you're gone, every nightmare I have reminded me of the reality.
And I found you beneath my tears
Every tear I shed is a reminder of your absence, and it's a painful realization that I may never see you again.
And I found you had gone
I have finally accepted that you are no longer a part of my life, and it's time for me to move forward.
Your summer nights that never dies
The beautiful memories of our summer nights together will never fade away, and they will always be alive in my heart.
Sparks of amber gold from bonfire nights
Those special moments under the stars, with the golden sparks of the bonfire, created the best memories of my life.
But the flame it burns out instead
The passion and intensity that we once had for each other eventually fade away, and what was left was nothing but ashes.
You took the flame, distinguished oxygen
You were once the one who brought life and light to my world, but now you're the reason why everything is dark and empty.
I never know who to look for to try and fill your place
I'm lost and confused, and I don't know how to move forward or find someone who could replace you in my life.
Cause I never thought that I would have to
I never imagined that one day you would be gone, and I would be stuck in a world without you.
Just know that you can never be replaced
Even though you are no longer here, you will always have a special place in my heart that no one could ever replace.
And they tell me all just to move on
People around me keep telling me to move on, but it's not that easy when you were the center of my world.
But how can I when you're all I know?
How can I move on when you were the only thing in my life that mattered? You were everything I knew and loved.
Contributed by Parker Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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[Verse 1]
You’re autumn leaves scattered like stars
Burning sky from the molten sun
You’re the one I think of when I wake
Until the morning stars and the evening breaks
[Chorus]
And I found you in all my fears
And I found you beneath my tears
And I found you had gone
And I found you had gone
[Verse 2]
You’re summer nights that never die
Sparks of amber gold from bonfire nights
But the flame it burnt out instead
You took the flame distinguished oxygen
[Chorus]
And I found you in all my fears
And I found you beneath my tears
And I found you had gone
And I found you had gone
[Bridge]
I never know who to look for
To try and fill your place
Cause I never thought that I would have to
And just know that you can’t ever be replaced
And they tell me all just to move on
But how can I when you’re all I know
You’re all I know
[Chorus]
And I found you in all my fears
And I found you beneath my tears
And I found you had gone
And I found you had gone
[Chorus]
And I found you in all my fears
And I found you beneath my tears
And I found you had gone
And I found you had gone
@irinahentea
Thank you, Denai Moore. This reminds me of a long, lost friendship. I suppose that is the biggest quality of your music. It speaks to us. Thank you and warm hugs to whom it may concern! She has a voice! :)
@aidaaces5173
BACK 9 YEARS LATER. THIS SONG HAS LIVED IN MY HEAD RENT RENT FREE.
@MrJvandal
I saw Denai in St Pancras Old Church last night. It was a really fantastic gig and very moving. She performed 'Gone' as her very last song and I can honestly say it was one of the most effecting and powerful musical performances I've seen. Keep going Denai you're a star!
@prodwilphil
in love with this piece her voice sounds so beautiful
@Milnersmithj
same man, beautiful
@maarionelsz3298
Yeah Willbob80 love this girl!
@donbatonesko
She needs to do a song with Sampha
@lostclubber
Best song I've heard so far this year. This is beautiful. Perfect.
@jamesbaker7586
This lady is a very talented musician who recently played at Green Note in Camden.
@joncoda365
I found you in 2018... listening in 2019. Beautiful.