In 1998, Echo Image recorded the Walkout EP, which was sold locally through a punk/prog label called Kvarts Musikk. Their musical style didn't really suit Kvarts, so in 2000 they signed to US synthpop label A Different Drum. Around this time Lars Kristian Holt joined as live guitarist.
The 2000 single Need To Be Proud was mixed by Apoptygma Berzerk frontman Stephan Groth, who introduced them to the Norwegian label Hard:Drive. After releasing Compuphonic simultaneously on ADD and the now defunct Bloodline in Europe, they signed with Hard:Drive and released the Endless Day EP. Echo Image accompanied Apoptygma Berzerk on the Harmonizer tour in 2002.
The members of the band are currently Pal Magnus Rybom, Trine Bilet, and Lars Kristian Holt; Fredrik Hansen left the band in 2004, but is in contact with the band in regards to joining again.
In July 2010, a new demo song, "Things I know" was released to Youtube, along with a new interview of Pål Magnus Rybom who mentioned that he is working on a new Echo Image album.
On 1 October 2010, Echo Image played a live concert at ElektroStat.
Like A Child
Echo Image Lyrics
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Sometimes I question who I am,
I am a man without a soul,
Thoughts are spinning in my head,
As I am without echo.
I need somebody to help me see things,
It scares me so to see that,
I don't know where I belong.
I stare at the wall until,
I fall my thoughts are frightening me,
Shadows rest so carefully,
They tell me I'm not meant to be.
I'm fading away just like another black day,
I'm lying waiting for the night,
The things I say the things I do,
I want to let them out for you
Just like a child you make me smile,
When you hold me in your arms.
My weaknesess seems so much less,
When I lay them out on you.
Just like a child.
Just like a child you make me smile,
When you hold me in your arms.
My weaknesess seems so much less,
When I lay them out on you.
The song "Like A Child" by Echo Image is a vulnerable and introspective piece about a man grappling with his own identity and searching for purpose and belonging. The opening lines indicate a feeling of emptiness and confusion: "Sometimes I question who I am, I am a man without a soul." It's clear that the singer is struggling to find meaning and direction in his life. He describes his thoughts spinning in his head and feeling like he doesn't have an "echo" or a guiding voice to help him make sense of things.
The chorus provides a ray of hope in the midst of this turmoil. The singer sings about someone who makes him feel like a child again, who can hold him in their arms and make his weaknesses feel less daunting. This person is able to bring a smile to his face and provide a sense of comfort and security. It's clear that this relationship is valuable to the singer and is helping him to navigate the uncertainty of his own identity.
Throughout the verses, Echo Image employs vivid imagery to convey the singer's internal struggle. He stares at the wall until he falls and is haunted by shadows that seem to suggest he's not meant to be. His thoughts are "frightening" him, indicating a sense of fear or anxiety about the future. All of this underscores how difficult it can be to find one's place in the world, but also how important it is to have supportive people around to help navigate that journey.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I question who I am
I have moments of self-doubt and uncertainty about my identity and purpose.
I am a man without a soul
I feel disconnected from my true self or a sense of deeper meaning in life.
Thoughts are spinning in my head
My mind is filled with swirling, confusing thoughts.
As I am without echo
I feel like my voice or presence isn't being heard or recognized.
I need somebody to help me see things
I crave support and guidance from someone I trust to help me make sense of my thoughts and feelings.
Right from wrong
I need help distinguishing between what is morally right and wrong.
It scares me so to see that
The thought of not knowing how to navigate challenging situations is intimidating and unsettling.
I don't know where I belong
I feel lost and uncertain about my place or purpose in the world.
I stare at the wall until
I become lost in my own thoughts and worries.
I fall my thoughts are frightening me
My thoughts are becoming overwhelming and even terrifying.
Shadows rest so carefully
I am aware of darkness or negativity lurking around me.
They tell me I'm not meant to be
I feel like my existence or purpose is questionable or unwanted.
I'm fading away just like another black day
I feel like I am disappearing or losing myself in the struggle to find meaning.
I'm lying waiting for the night
I am longing for the darkness and quiet of night to escape my worries and fears.
The things I say the things I do
My actions and words are a reflection of my inner struggles and fears.
I want to let them out for you
I want to share my thoughts and feelings with someone who will listen and understand.
Just like a child you make me smile
Your presence and support brings joy and comfort to me, like a child finding safety and happiness in the arms of a caregiver.
When you hold me in your arms
Your physical touch and embrace provide a sense of security and comfort.
My weaknesses seem so much less
I feel less vulnerable and more capable of facing my struggles and fears with your support.
When I lay them out on you
When I confide in you and share my struggles, it helps me better understand and cope with my emotions.
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Sometimes I question who I am
I am a man without a soul
Thoughts are spinning in my head
As I am without a goal
I need somebody to help me
To see things right from wrong
It scares me so to see that
I don't know where I belong
I stare at the wall until
I fall my thoughts are frightening me
Shadows rest so carefully
They tell me I'm not meant to be
I'm fading away just like another black day
I'm lying waiting for the night
The things I say the things I do
I want to let them out for you
Just like a child you make me smile
When you hold me in your arms
My weaknesess seems so much less
When I lay them out on you
@romeol8061
banger!! my dancefloor crasher 2002-2003!!!
@acumenfinito
such a lovely song from my adolescence
@TheSynthpoper
great!!!