During the period of time with SaySky, Bam has built more confidence and knowledge of what it takes to be part of the Australian music industry, and also internationally.
Eager to pursue his career Bam started his solo project, Elephant Kind, along with his studies at WAAPA (Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts).
Bam collaborated with his sister on her project called Neonomora as a song writer, composer and music producer. This project has been very successful. Within a year, Neonomora, who recently released her latest EP that includes 5 songs written by Bam, was selected as 2013 Album of The Year by Rolling Stone Magazine INA.
Moving back to Jakarta Bam started developing his career as a musician. His project with Neonomora led him to meeting John, Bayu and Dewa who then joined Elephant Kind.
The songs contains lyrics and music that are emotional and relevant to the modern society and contemporary art with commercial viability. Combining various genres from various influences such as; Michael Jackson, Queen, Bon Iver, Kanye West, Sigur Ros, David Bowie, Arcade Fire, Kings of Leon, and many more.
Most of all, Bam has visions and high hopes in Australian music industry to continue to grow further and ready to be part of it.
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What If?
Elephant Kind Lyrics
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Did you ever ask to be the person that you are right now
Look back and think again
If this is what you wanted
Then this is it
But if you ever wanted more
We all have a good reason to live
And to love was never once a bad intention
So tell me how could it be a mistake when you feel… love"
In the song What If? by Elephant Kind, the lyrics express a sense of reflection and introspection. The opening lines urge the listener to look back and reconsider the person they have become. The next line poses a thought-provoking question, asking if the person who they are right now is really who they wanted to be. The repetition of the opening line emphasizes the importance of questioning oneself and reflecting on one's choices in life.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of chasing one's dreams and pursuing more if that is what one truly desires. It acknowledges that everyone has a purpose in life and that love is never a mistake. The lyrics encourage the listener to go after what they want and to live their life with intention.
Overall, the lyrics of What If? by Elephant Kind convey a message of self-reflection, self-improvement, and living with purpose. They encourage the listener to question their choices, pursue their dreams, and live a fulfilling life with love as the guiding force.
Line by Line Meaning
Look back and think again
Consider your past experiences and thoughts once more
Did you ever ask to be the person that you are right now
Have you ever consciously chosen to be who you are currently?
If this is what you wanted
If your current situation matches your previous desires
Then this is it
Then accept and own your current situation
But if you ever wanted more
However, if you aspire for greater things in life
Then go and get it
Then take action to achieve your goals
We all have a good reason to live
Every individual has a unique purpose in life
And to love was never once a bad intention
Expressing love towards others is always a positive action
So tell me how could it be a mistake when you feel… love
Love is never a mistake, but rather a natural and positive feeling
Contributed by Aubrey T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.