The two main members are vocalist Sonya Aurora Madan and guitarist Glenn Johansson. They briefly peaked during the Britpop craze of the mid-1990s with 2 UK Top 10 albums, 1994's everyone's got one and 1995's on.
Other albums include 1997's lustra, 2001's people are expensive and 2004's gravity pulls. A best-of compilation was released in 2002 called i can't imagine the world without me.
In 2008 a new best-of (simply entitled The Best Of Echobelly) has been released by SonyBMG while the band is working on new material.
For more information please visit www.echobelly.com or www.myspace.com/echobellymusic.
I Can't Imagine The World Without Me
Echobelly Lyrics
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What I have, I take, then give it all away,
So if you'd like to come this way,
Then help me climb the walls that stand before me.
I want to know,
If this is just a game,
Can anybody play,
Can you believe it,
I may be lost, I may be blind,
I may be cursing most of the time
But it?s half the fun,
And in this world we spin and shout
We want it all we want it now,
They said ?oh shut your mouth
You don't know what you talk about?.
I want to know,
If this is just a game,
Can anybody play,
Can everybody win.
Another show another scene,
The city sleeps below you sing a lullaby,
Another show another scene and,
I can't imagine the world without me,
I can't imagine the world without me,
I can't imagine the world without me, hey,
I'm on a roll, I'm on a roll, la la la la.
I'm on a roll la la la la,
I'm on a roll la la la la,
I'm on a roll la la la la,
Me me me me me me me me me,
Me me me me me me me me.
The song "I Can't Imagine The World Without Me" by Echobelly is about self-importance and self-centeredness. The lyrics speak of a person who believes that they are different and special, with a unique perspective on the world. However, it's also conveyed that the individual is somewhat lost and unsure of themselves. Despite this, they take everything they can and give it all away, inviting others to join them on their journey, but only if they help the individual overcome their personal obstacles.
The lines "I may be lost, I may be blind, I may be cursing most of the time, But it's half the fun" shows that this person is willing to take risks and make mistakes because it's all part of the adventure. They want to know if life is just a game, if anyone can play, and if everyone can win, demonstrating a desire for equality and inclusiveness while still asserting their own individuality. This idea is juxtaposed against the chorus of "I can't imagine the world without me," which underlines the selfishness and arrogance of the singer.
The verse "Another show another scene, The city sleeps below you sing a lullaby" seems to be about the thrill of being on stage and performing, with the world as their audience. It's another opportunity to prove to everyone that they are special and unique. The repetition of "I'm on a roll" emphasizes the idea that the main character is unstoppable, and their ego has taken over.
In summary, the song is about a person who thinks highly of themselves and believes that the world revolves around them. However, they are also somewhat unsure of themselves, seeking validation and help from others while still claiming their uniqueness.
Line by Line Meaning
What I tell is a different story
I may not show my true self to everyone and keep things hidden
What I have, I take, then give it all away
I acquire possessions and then generously give them away
So if you'd like to come this way
If you're interested, you can join me
Then help me climb the walls that stand before me
Assist me in overcoming the obstacles in my path
I want to know
I'm curious and seeking answers
If this is just a game
I'm questioning the seriousness of a situation
Can anybody play
Is this something that anyone can participate in?
Can everybody win
Is there opportunity for everyone to achieve a victory?
Can you believe it
I'm expressing disbelief or amazement
I may be lost, I may be blind
I could lack direction or not be aware of everything
I may be cursing most of the time, but it's half the fun
I might swear a lot, but that's just part of the excitement
And in this world we spin and shout
We live life to the fullest and express ourselves loudly
We want it all, we want it now
We desire everything, and we want it immediately
They said 'oh shut your mouth, you don't know what you talk about'
People may dismiss me and tell me to be quiet because they don't think I'm knowledgeable
Another show another scene
There's always another performance, another setting
The city sleeps below you sing a lullaby
The city is quiet and peaceful, as if it's sleeping, and you can hear soft music
I can't imagine the world without me
I have a significant impact on the world around me
I'm on a roll, I'm on a roll, la la la la
I'm doing well and feeling confident and triumphant
Me me me me me me me me me, Me me me me me me me me
I'm focused on myself and my own success
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GLEN MIKAEL JOHANSSON, SONYA AURORA MADAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
fractalign
This is genius, a decade before the whole social media thing and the lyrics are spot on !
NeverGrowingUp NeverGettingOld
That sound just picks me up & drops me right back to my teens. So 90s, love it!
Ian
She's one of the great singers, personalities, and crushes for me!
Tyhler Novac
I have never heard of EchoBelly until A Documentary called This is Pop... (' Hail Britpop'- Episode 5 ) my only question is how come nobody in the 90's introduced me .. until today July 6th 2021 ... You have a new listener .. a fan is yet for determination
ironclad80
That documentary reminded me of EchoBelly who I forgot about for many years. Also, listen to Lush too if you haven't (Miki from Lush appears quite a bit in that documentary).
Carla Wright
loved her for 25 year most gorgeous angelic voice
Ma Mani
I can't imagine the world without Echobelly!
(it'd be a bellyache)
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cal kal
still sounds great in 2023
Bear
Her accent is beautiful.
Si Siam
How i yearn for the 90s! π