The Cocteau Twins were signed to Ivo Watts Russel's record label 4AD and Fraser found herself contributing to Russel's 'supergroup' This Mortal Coil which showcased the talents of his stable. Her most notable performance was probably on Song to the Siren; a beautifully haunting cover of the Tim Buckley song which enjoyed a considerable covert success in the late '80s.
Fraser has also recorded with Ian McCulloch (of Echo and the Bunnymen) and Massive Attack as well as featuring on the soundtrack to The Lord of Rings movie trilogy.
Underwater
Elizabeth Fraser Lyrics
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Onto the rapture
Find the world
Shining in me
My senses consciously falling
Make love
By touching infinity
Take a little conscious lesson
Today I matter
We're just waking up
Movement
Take a little conscious lesson
Today I matter
We're just waking up
These lyrics in Elizabeth Fraser's song "Underwater" suggest a transformative experience where the singer feels more connected with the world around them. The opening of a window onto "rapture" could be interpreted as a moment of clarity or realization that allows the singer to see the beauty in the world around them. The line "find the world shining in me" could refer to a newfound understanding that they are connected to the larger universe, and they are able to see the beauty in both themselves and their surroundings.
The following lines describe a feeling of physically falling or losing control, as the singer's senses are "consciously falling." This image could suggest a surrender to the experience of being alive and present in the moment. The final lines, "make love by touching infinity," seem to suggest an almost spiritual connection to the world and other people, as well as a sense of limitless possibilities.
Taken together, these lyrics suggest a journey of self-discovery and a sense of awakening to the world around them. The repeated chorus of "movement, take a little conscious lesson, today I matter, we're just waking up" reinforces the idea that even small actions can have significance and that everyone has the potential to grow and change.
Line by Line Meaning
The opening of a window
An opportunity to see beyond oneself
Onto the rapture
To experience an overwhelming sense of joy or ecstasy
Find the world
Discover the essence of life
Shining in me
The realization that the world exists within oneself
My senses consciously falling
A conscious surrender to the beauty of life
Make love
To embrace and appreciate all aspects of life
By touching infinity
Connecting with something beyond the confines of the physical world
Movement
The act of progress and change
Take a little conscious lesson
Learning from the experiences of life in a deliberate and intentional manner
Today I matter
Recognizing the importance of one's own existence and the impact it can have on the world
We're just waking up
Realizing that there is much more to discover and experience in life
Contributed by Adrian C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@djshakeappeal1051
How can Elizabeth Fraser’s voice still sound as incredible after all this time? This is just fkng beautiful x
@malcolmstirling808
It's still as haunting as when I first heard her back in the 80's
@auntiesue7173
Wow. So different in a good way . Happy birthday from another couple of 60 year olds. You still blow all the new music away.thank you,still the voice of an angel
@didinx8417
Bloody hell, this is good. "The Autumn of my life", ditto Elizabeth, ditto. And I have spent 40 years of my life right behind you. Much love and thanks for everything you have ever done.
@softlightsymphonyband
Beautiful visuals and one of the greatest vocalists on Earth!!! ❤️
@spinglasshydra
40+ year's of dedication also, my friend.... !!!
@muthamucka9009
I'm just behind you - 38 years of devotion. (And many years hoping & waiting...)
@evangelinesnow4527
Derivative and cringe.
@spinglasshydra
@@evangelinesnow4527 I hope you're speaking of yourself...??? You're definitely in the "wrong place" to make any judgements.
@nederlanditisnederlanditis5529
At last, I cannot recall how many times I searched the web, always full of hope to find a new release with that godly (moving) voice. I've learned I've been doing that for 25 years, at some time we even listened to CT Xmas songs (bbrrruaah). Now, and we are a year late, we haven't felt younger for quite a while.