Elliphant was born in Stockholm, Sweden. At a young age she was introduced to travelling by her grandma, who took her to India at the age of 16. Following her journey to India, she decided to begin travelling the world. She stated in an interview that she had again spent time in India and also Burma.Her travelling allowed her to spend a summer travelling across the UK. She was heavily influenced by the urban sound when in London. One her return to Stockholm, she is said to have developed skills as an MC.
Her career began with the release of her debut single Tekkno Scene in 2012. The track featured Adam Kanyama, and was positively received. The music video for the song was uploaded on Elliphant's YouTube Channel in April 2014. Following the release of the song, it went onto feature on the award winning soccer video game, FIFA 13. Following the release of the song, it was likened by some to have a similar feel to a M.I.A. track.
Following the release of her first single, Elliphant released the track Down on Life, with the Official Music Video featuring in December 2012 on Pitchfork's YouTube channel. The music video went onto secure over 1 million views on the channel. The success of the song was recognised by many, with Katy Perry tweeting that it was "of the most bad ass music videos I've seen in a long time".
Pitchfork said the song showed off "a faint smidge of softness", when compared to her first two singles, Tekkno Scene and Ciant Hear it. During the same article, it was announced that she would be releasing her first EP, which would be self-titled. It was also stated that she shared the same management and production as Icona Pop and Niki and the Dove. Collectively they have been said to be a shift towards Swedish Electro Pop.
In January 2013, she released her first EP, which was titled Elliphant. The debut EP featured four sings and a remix, including her the tracks Ciant Hear It and Down on Life. The remaining tracks were two new songs, Make it Juicy and In the Jungle, with the EP's fifth track coming in the form of a remix of the In the Jungle track. The two new tracks were positively received on Elliphant's YouTube channel.
Following the release of her first EP, she featured in a short interview with Idolator, stating she was signed by Dr. Luke's label and that her upcoming Swedish album would be called A Good Idea. In the summer of 2013, Elliphant stated that she had worked in the studio with Skrillex in Stockholm. During the same interview, she also stated that one of the main reasons she worked with Diplo, was because of the track Down on Life.
In July 2013, Elliphant released a music video for the track, Music is Life. The song would go on to feature on her debut album. On 9 October 2013, she released her debut album in her native Sweden, titled A Good Idea.[17] The album featured a number of artists and producers, including Niki & the Dove. A Good Idea also featured the hit Down on Life, which had appeared on her debut EP. The album also featured the track, More Fire. In early 2014, the track had received recognition as it was the first collaboration between herself and fellow Swedish artist, Niki & The Dove.
Pac Man
Elliphant Lyrics
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Gotta lay low but hold you high
Feet on the ground nose dip in the sky
If you come around I got goals to feed you
Then come again that's when I really need you
Too many Mondays making me blue
This social rules made me look for you
But all I really want is where am longing trees
Time for night, you got all to lose
I last in struggles if I lose my shoes baby
I am a Pac Man, I
Will share me with you alright
I am addicted to love
So come out tonight
Love, oh
Left my senses safer at home
Every lonely step I take is one for freedom
When we running, when we grow full power
Blow me till you burst in this blisseh hour
How many breakdowns buried in you
Look how the weeds na push and break through
Give me just one reason for this desperate dreams
Of happiness and lust in a can of cream
Could this be right, could he be it
Could he kiss my neck right could he fix my shit
I am a Pac Man, I
Will share me with you alright
I am addicted to love
So come out tonight
Like two vampires
Blood hunting in the daylight
You too, a junkie for it
So come out tonight
Pac Man
Suffer love addiction
I'm a Pac Man
Suffer love addiction
I am a Pac Man, I
Will share me with you alright
I am addicted to love
Love addiction
Pac Man
Suffer love addiction (love addiction)
The song "Pac Man" by Elliphant is a complex and metaphorical representation of the artist's love addiction. The lyrics illustrate a strong desire for love and companionship, as well as a willingness to share herself with someone else, represented by the imagery of Pac Man. The beginning of the song talks about needing to lay low despite holding high standards for herself, and seeking someone who can help her escape her daily grind. She references the pain of loneliness and the desperation to find true happiness and love. Elliphant compares herself to a Pac Man, a character that eats everything in its path, in order to emphasize her addictive personality when it comes to love.
Throughout the lyrics, Elliphant expresses how love is something that she craves and is addicted to, but at the same time something that has caused her pain and heartbreak. The lyrics mention feeling lost and sometimes breaking down, but still searching for that ultimate happiness and contentment. She also acknowledges the similar addiction to love found in her romantic partner, solidifying the idea that two people mutually suffering from the addiction are coming together in the song. Overall, "Pac Man" is a complex representation of the artist's desires and her struggle with addiction to love.
Line by Line Meaning
Love Love, love
Love is important and emphasized in this song.
Gotta lay low but hold you high
I need to stay grounded but keep my head up for you.
Feet on the ground nose dip in the sky
I need to stay grounded while dreaming big.
If you come around I got goals to feed you
If you're here, I'll share my ambitions with you.
Then come again that's when I really need you
I need you to stick around and support me in the long run.
Too many Mondays making me blue
I'm tired of the monotony of my life.
This social rules made me look for you
I'm tired of societal expectations and just want to be with you.
But all I really want is where am longing trees
I just want to be with you in a place where I can relax.
And I know you been there and you felt the breeze
I know you can relate to my desire for a tranquil setting.
Time for night, you got all to lose
It's nighttime and we have nothing to lose by being together.
I last in struggles if I lose my shoes baby
I can handle difficult situations and still hold onto love.
I am a Pac Man, I
I am like Pac Man, constantly chasing and addicted to love.
Will share me with you alright
I'm willing to share myself and my experiences with you.
I am addicted to love
Love is an addiction for me.
So come out tonight
Let's be together tonight.
Left my senses safer at home
I've let my guard down and am vulnerable with you.
Every lonely step I take is one for freedom
Every step I take towards you is freeing me from loneliness.
When we running, when we grow full power
When we're together, we feel powerful and unstoppable.
Blow me till you burst in this blisseh hour
Let's enjoy each other until we're completely immersed in happiness.
How many breakdowns buried in you
How many emotional breakdowns have you experienced?
Look how the weeds na push and break through
Despite the obstacles we face, we keep pushing through and growing together.
Give me just one reason for this desperate dreams
Tell me why I'm dreaming so desperately for love.
Of happiness and lust in a can of cream
I want both love and physical desire, like cream in a can.
Could this be right, could he be it
I'm questioning whether you're the right person for me.
Could he kiss my neck right could he fix my shit
I'm wondering if you can fulfill my emotional and physical needs.
Like two vampires
We're like two beings that are addicted to love.
Blood hunting in the daylight
We're searching for love and passion even in the daytime.
You too, a junkie for it
You're also addicted to love and passion.
Pac Man
A reference to the addictive nature of chasing love, like the game Pac Man.
Suffer love addiction
I'm acknowledging that love is an addiction for me.
Love addiction
Love is the addiction that keeps me chasing after it.
Contributed by Benjamin R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Stephanie.
This is one of my most favorite Elliphant tracks ever; the whole album is fire.
karlbertiljohnsson
Elliphant is criminally underrated.
Maomao Chen Larsson
Hi I am serious to say this is my favorite song for years. Love you pacman addicted to love!!!
David Pratt
Well what is she explaining about this song? What is the song about?