Though seasons would eventually separate these blood brothers by miles, a strong bond remained. These two were rooted in the same soil, and the sound of that union resounded across state lines and through telephone wires. It was in 2005 that ELANI was born, a Greek word or name that means 'light'. Many contributed to the sound and direction that was 'ELANI' over the next 5 years, and the music was positively shaped and formed by these experiences and collaborations between these friends and fellow creatives.
There has never been one genre to pin to what the Brothers Miller have accomplished over these last six years, but it could be said that the songs spin a tale, weaving a story full of depth and discovery, soul, Spirit, and the scent of the seasons. Like many who have come before, The brothers Miller were born with the breathe of the centuries, and the rhythm of life itself. Every sound comes from the overflow of that reality.
[edit]
Peperuka
ELANI Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Ya kiu cha moyo wangu,
Kiangazi kinachoma, barafu sio dawa,
Ya tiba ya moyo wangu,
Picha zako zanituliza,
Sauti yako nayo naisikia,
Natakamie,
Nifike kwa jua, nipate kukuona,
Mama, papa,
2
Nimeketi kwenye kona, moyoni sina supa,
Ya gari ya moyo wangu
Ndugu zangu wanalia kuomba tunaomba,
Hizi enzi za machozi,
BRIDGE: instrumental.
***END***
The lyrics to Elani's song Peperuka are a beautiful expression of desire and the power of music to heal the soul. The singer begins by describing how they are sitting in a corner, and the music serves as a soda to quench the thirst of their heart. The heat of the season burns, but ice is not a cure for the heart's ailment. Here, the ice symbolizes the cold feelings and emotions that may have taken root in the singer's heart. But the music, along with the image and sound of the person they love, serves as a balm to their heart.
The chorus expresses the singer's desire to take flight, to reach the sun and see the person they love. They want to express their love and offer flowers, a classic symbol of affection, to make themselves soar. The final line of the chorus, "Mama, papa," serves as a reminder of home and the love they have there, which serves as the foundation that allows them to take these emotional risks.
Line by Line Meaning
Nimeketi kwenye kona, muziki ndio soda,
I am sitting in a corner, music is like a refreshing drink to me,
Ya kiu cha moyo wangu,
To quench the thirst of my heart,
Kiangazi kinachoma, barafu sio dawa,
The scorching heat of summer, ice is not the solution,
Ya tiba ya moyo wangu,
For the healing of my heart,
Picha zako zanituliza,
Your pictures calm me down,
Sauti yako nayo naisikia,
I hear your voice too,
Natakamie,
I desire,
Nikupe maua, niweze kupeperuka,
To give you flowers, so I can soar high,
Nifike kwa jua, nipate kukuona,
To reach the sun, and see you there,
Mama, papa,
Mom, Dad,
Nimeketi kwenye kona, moyoni sina supa,
I am sitting in a corner, feeling empty inside,
Ya gari ya moyo wangu
Like the engine of my heart is broken down,
Ndugu zangu wanalia kuomba tunaomba,
My siblings cry, as we ask and pray,
Hizi enzi za machozi,
These times of tears,
Writer(s): Bryan Chweya
Contributed by Elijah L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Rimu N
Rough Translation to anyone interested. (It's not literal because I want to keep the meaning, for example she says, I'll reach the sun, but I think heavens sounds better)
To Soar/To Fly Away (Peperuka)
I'm sitting in the corner,music is the soda
That quenches the thirst in my heart
Summer burns, Ice isn't the medicine
That treats the pain inside
Bridge
Your photos, they comfort me
Your voice, I still hear it
I wish it was me. ** (I'll give you me??** I'm unsure of the lyrics here)
Chorus
I'll give you flowers, I'll be able to soar
I'll reach the heavens, I'll be able to see you
Verse 2
I'm sitting in the Corner, In my heart I have no gas
to keep the motor in my heart running.
My brothers are crying, we pray with desperation
In this era of tears
Bridge
Your photos, they comfort me
Your voice, I still hear it
I wish it was me. **
Chorus
I'll give you flowers, I'll be able to soar
I'll reach the heavens, I'll be able to see you
**Meaning might have a mistranslation.
Sam Andrews Kahiga
At 0:42, Maureen took me to church! WOW!Your vocals as a group and especially Maureen are out of this world. God bless you guys.
Angie Waithera
Most underrated Elani song. Loveeeee it, my favourite!
Sam Wangome
Beautiful song.
Beautiful voice.
Love it! ❤
Felix Otieno
Underrated song. 2021 and I still love it.
Janet M
You all have beautiful voices, keep it up, you sound soooo good.
Isaac Ogila
That poem at the end is deadly.. Nice work peeps. Keep doing us proud.
Martin Odongo
am falling for this crew...keep doing what you are doing.....God will lead u even to greater heights;higher than what ur anticipations are.
rita njaramba
U guys have great voices......you guys are amaizing!!!!!
PROLYNE NANCIE
This song and the whole thing brings goosebumps...
Sharon M
Really like the harmony here and the powerful message. Keep it up Elani.