2. A Politcal rapper from New Hampshire. … Read Full Bio ↴1. An American indie band.
2. A Politcal rapper from New Hampshire. (http://www.reverbnation.com/denalih1)
1.Denali was an American indie band that formed in April 2000 in Richmond, Virginia. The group disbanded in 2004, but reunited in 2008-09 for several performances.
Denali began in Richmond, Virginia in 2000 when Maura Davis approached her older brother Keeley Davis (then singer/guitarist withEngine Down with the idea of fleshing out some songs she had been working on. Keeley enlisted the help of Engine Down bandmate and former Sleepytime Trio drummer Jonathan Fuller and was followed slightly thereafter by Cam DiNunzio, longstanding member of Richmond's music community. Together these three gentlemen would help realize Maura's musical ideas into what eventually became Denali.
The name Denali (meaning "the great one") is taken from the Athabascan name for Alaska's Mount McKinley, the highest mountain in North America. The meaning is fairly obvious: Cold, remotely desolate, permanent... something the band felt pertained rather well to the sound they were stumbling upon. After recording and selling a five-song demo at live shows, Denali caught the ear of record label Jade Tree.
Denali released their debut album denali in the spring of 2002. In August 2003, they released their second album the Instinct. Shortly after the release, Jonathan Fuller and Keeley Davis left the band to focus their attention on Engine Down. Davis was replaced by bassist Stephen Howard and Ryan Rapsys replaced Fuller. Despite (or because of) these changes, Denali broke up in April 2004.
Denali performed a reunion show on July 5, 2008 at The National Theater in Richmond. This was followed by two further shows in New York City in September. In June 2009, two additional shows were performed in Philadelphia and Washington, D.C..
Surface
Denali Lyrics
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There's no right movement for signs
Wish no one was lost or around
I'll do it to you
Back and forth is this worth all the going through
Surfaced, I'll take it back
So nervous, I said I'll take it back
A secret so hard to hide it'll blow your mind
No one feels like I do
Some say it's all over
Erase all the colors
Save the others
Walk into it and you will find
If it's wrong or right show me now
All through the night
Unless it's found
A wicked effect inside
It'll blow your mind
No rest just test it out
You can't afford this time
No one feels like I do
Some say it's all over
Erase all the colors
Save the others
Some say it's all over
Erase all the colors
Save the others
Walk into it and you will find
In Denali's song "Surface," the lyrics describe a complex internal struggle. The first lines of the song, "All through my mind all the time/ There's no right movement for signs," sets the tone for the introspection and confusion that follows throughout the song. The singer expresses a desire for isolation and wishes that "no one was lost or around." The lines "Back and forth is this worth all the going through" indicate a wavering of confidence in the singer's actions and decisions.
The chorus of the song repeats the title, "Surfaced," with the lines "I'll take it back/So nervous, I said I'll take it back." This repetition and indecision highlights the conflict within the singer. The lyrics "A secret so hard to hide it'll blow your mind/ Heads up, shred all the evidence for a downhill ride" further suggest that the singer may have made a mistake or done something wrong, and now they are struggling with the consequences.
The song touches on themes of self-doubt, regret, and the search for self-awareness. The lyrics "No one feels like I do/ Some say it's all over/ Erase all the colors/ Save the others" suggest a feeling of isolation and misunderstanding, while also hinting at a desire to preserve something meaningful. The closing line "Walk into it and you will find/ If it's wrong or right show me now" resonates with the listener's need for clarity and reassurance in a confusing and complex world.
Line by Line Meaning
All through my mind all the time
Thoughts and worries constantly plague my mind
There's no right movement for signs
There's no clear direction or guidance to follow
Wish no one was lost or around
I wish I could find my way without anyone else getting hurt or involved
I'll do it to you
I'll cause harm or pain to those around me
Back and forth is this worth all the going through
Is the struggle and uncertainty of this situation worth it?
Surfaced, I'll take it back
I've made a mistake and want to go back to how things were before
So nervous, I said I'll take it back
I'm anxious about the consequences of my actions and want to make amends
A secret so hard to hide it'll blow your mind
A burden I can't keep hidden anymore that will shock others
Heads up, shred all the evidence for a downhill ride
Be careful and destroy any proof of wrongdoing before things spiral even further out of control
No one feels like I do
I feel alone in my struggles and emotions
Some say it's all over
Some believe there's no hope or possibility of change
Erase all the colors
Get rid of anything that distracts or complicates the situation
Save the others
Protect those who are innocent or vulnerable
Walk into it and you will find
Face your problems head-on and you may discover a solution
If it's wrong or right show me now
I need to know the truth so I can make the right decision
All through the night
The worries and struggles continue without relief
Unless it's found
Unless a solution is discovered
A wicked effect inside
An evil or harmful force within me
It'll blow your mind
The truth will shock and surprise you
No rest just test it out
There's no time for relaxation or avoidance, only for facing the problem
You can't afford this time
There's too much at stake to waste any more time
Some say it's all over
Despite the challenges, some still believe there's a chance for things to improve
Erase all the colors
Remove anything that gets in the way of finding a solution
Save the others
Prioritize the wellbeing and safety of those who are innocent or vulnerable
Walk into it and you will find
Be brave and face your challenges, and you may find a way forward
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