Banhart is considered to have an eclectic style, with many of his songs seemingly following a stream-of-consciousness vein, being hard to decipher and non-literal. His music tends to consist of fairly simple guitar melodies with minimal other instrumentation, and his lyrical themes are often surreal and naturalistic. His involvement in the Los Angeles artist community is reflected in Smokey Rolls Down Thunder Canyon, released in September 2007. He gained some underground notoriety in New York for performing several of his early shows with underwear on his head for the duration of the performance.
Banhart's most recent tour of the United States saw him perform with his full band, which is currently known as Power Mineral. Power Mineral included Andy Cabic (Vetiver), Greg Rogove (Priestbird), Noah Georgeson, Luckey Remington, Pete Newsom, Otto Hauser (Vetiver, Currituck Co., Espers, Nick Castro), Kevin Barker (Currituck Co.), and others. The band claims to rechristen itself when a name comes to them, and has previously been known as Fried Hummingbird, Vagina Burglars, Hairy Fairy Band, Las Putas Locas, Stoner Boner, Spiritual Boner, Bummer Hummer, Brain Taint, Love Fart, Bathhouse Of The Winds, and First Woman Millionaire among other names.
Banhart was discovered by Michael Gira of Swans, who released his Oh Me Oh My... The Way the Day Goes by the Sun Is Setting Dogs Are Dreaming… album on his own Young God Records label in 2002. In 2005, Banhart (along with Andy Cabic and Revolver USA) created the Gnomonsong record label. In 2006 he helped to curate an edition of the British All Tomorrow's Parties festival.
Banhart also was one of the younger musicians responsible for "rediscovering" the music of folksinger Vashti Bunyan. Bunyan is a guest vocalist on his album Rejoicing in the Hands.
Celebration
Devendra Banhart Lyrics
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At first glance, Devendra Banhart's "Celebration" appears to be a simple song composed of a repetitive chorus that only features the word "Celebration" repeated over and over. However, a closer examination of the song suggests a more complex meaning.
One interpretation is that "Celebration" is a song about the human experience and our innate desire to celebrate life, even in the face of tragedy and loss. The song suggests that life is inherently difficult and that we should appreciate the good times when we can. The chorus becomes a call to action, encouraging listeners to celebrate life even when it seems impossible to do so.
A second interpretation of the song draws on Banhart's own experiences as an artist. The repetition of the word "Celebration" could be seen as a statement on the commercialization of art and the pressure to constantly produce new material. In this interpretation, the song becomes a celebration of creativity and the process of creating art.
Overall, "Celebration" is a song with multiple meanings, depending on the perspective of the listener. Banhart's use of repetition and simple lyrics makes the song a blank canvas for interpretation and personal reflection.
Line by Line Meaning
Celebration
This is a moment of joy and happiness
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We should all come together to celebrate
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Let's raise our voices in celebration
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This is a special occasion that deserves celebration
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We should all be grateful for this moment of celebration
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Let's enjoy this moment of celebration to the fullest
Writer(s): Devendra Banhart
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