1) Elm is a fr… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name, including:
1) Elm is a free folk / drone project formed by American musician Jon Porras.
2) Elm is a duo from Paris and New York City, formed by Elodie Ozanne (voice, cello, organs) and Manuel Bienvenu.
3) Elm is American musician Adam Loomis.
4) ELM is Swedish EBM musician Peter Elm living in Brussels.
5) ELM are an Irish pop group based in Dublin, Ireland, whose members are LGBTQ+.
1) Elm is a free folk / drone project formed by American musician Jon Porras, best known for his adventures as half of the magnificent Barn Owl (with Evan Caminiti). In Jon's own words: "Elm is simply a way for me to release the material that I record at home, usually alone and in a dense blanket of fog. For now I’m working with hazy, dreamlike atmospheres, I try to evoke an entire experience with elm, a headspace to lull in, to drift off into. I was also really inspired by the one-man black metal band thing, completely aside from the actual music, the ability for one person to create the experience of an entire band or orchestra was really appealing to me. I want to exploit the capabilities of home recording and home production to evoke a place of mystery, a mark of the unknown."
2) Elm is a duo from Paris and New York City, formed by Elodie Ozanne (voice, cello, organs) and Manuel Bienvenu, Paris (piano, organs, guitars). Official website: http://elm.net.free.fr
3) Elm is Adam Loomis' indie solo project based out of Minneapolis, best described as a 'prolific array of young honesty'. He releases albums through the free netlabel Rack & Ruin records. So far, albums 'Changeling', 'Body Language', 'Parties and Such', 'Yours Truly', 'I am', 'ForThemFromThem', 'Significant Piano Movements', and 'Cloud Burst' are in existence. Elm has also been featured on 'Various Artists- 100', a compilation of R&R music. He enjoys long walks in the snow, and hot chocolate.
4) ELM is Swedish EBM musician Peter Elm living in Brussels.
5) ELM are an Irish LGBTQ+ pop group based in Dublin, Ireland. The band members are : Dylan Walsh (vocals), Aidan Clancy (piano and synths), Gary Molloy (cello) and Ca Ahearne (drums). They unsuccessfully auditioned to be the Irish entry in the 2020 Eurovision Song Contest and have released singles : "Paris" (2019), "Fear" (2019) and "Golden" (2020). They then slimmed down to a duo and moved to London, with Gary and Ca leaving the group: they released two more singles in 2021: "Feels Like" and "Only Dancer".
Chaos
Elm Lyrics
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Shattered dreams
Fall into my hands
Her garden of thorns
Pricks when she cries
The scent of love took my eyes
Seeking her applause
Her spirit grows
I'm dying thin
It pulls the love out from our limbs
The pendulum swing
The familiar string
Weaves the wings
That I get so lost in sometimes
My mind only sees the colors
The fairground rife
The endless strife
Pulls me in
Rape in hand
Locked in her despair
Losing control of my own care
The pattern of unwashed hair
Plays it sad song on my arm
But underneath the grief and shame
This will all fade away
The pendulum swing
The familiar string
Weaves the wings
That I get so lost in sometimes
My mind only sees the colors
And if you bite
The hand that feeds your twisted mind
Oh, will you fight again?
The pendulum swing
The familiar string
Weaves the wings
That I get so lost in sometimes
My mind only sees the colors
The pendulum swing
The familiar string
Weaves the wings
That I get so lost in sometimes
My mind only sees the colors
And if you bite
The hand that feeds your twisted mind
Oh, will you fight again?
And if you bite
The hand that feeds your twisted mind
Oh, will you fight again?
In "Chaos" by Elm, the lyrics delve into themes of lost love, despair, and the struggle to find oneself amidst chaos and turmoil. The song starts with the image of "burnt wings" and "shattered dreams," symbolizing the pain and disappointment the singer has experienced. As the fallen wings fall into their hands, it suggests they are left to deal with the aftermath of a failed relationship or a broken connection.
The following lines describe a woman who is described as having a "garden of thorns" and her tears pricking like thorns. The scent of love, previously so intoxicating, has now blinded the singer. This could imply that the love they once shared has now become painful and toxic.
The chorus introduces the metaphor of a pendulum swing and a familiar string, representing the repetitive patterns and cycles that the singer finds themselves caught in. They get "lost in" these patterns, indicating a sense of being trapped in an unhealthy cycle of love and pain. The mention of the "fairground rife," with its connotations of excitement, danger, and unpredictability, adds to the chaotic nature of the relationship.
The lyrics then touch on themes of control and despair, as the singer feels locked in the woman's despair and losing control over their own well-being. The mention of "rape in hand" suggests a feeling of violating someone's boundaries or being forced into something against one's will. The imagery of unwashed hair playing a sad song on the singer's arm adds to the sense of melancholy and emotional weight.
However, there is a glimpse of hope in the midst of this despair. There is a recognition that underneath the grief and shame, the pain will eventually fade away. This suggests a glimmer of resilience and the possibility of healing.
The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the cyclical nature of the singer's experiences. The question posed, whether biting the hand that feeds their twisted mind will lead to another fight or a new beginning, leaves the outcome ambiguous. It implies that the singer is aware of their own destructive tendencies and questions whether they will continue the cycle or break free.
Overall, "Chaos" explores the complexities of love and the impact it can have on one's emotional well-being. It delves into themes of pain, despair, and the struggle to find liberation from destructive patterns.
Line by Line Meaning
Her burnt wings
The scars of her past mistakes
Shattered dreams
Her aspirations crushed
Fall into my hands
I become responsible for her brokenness
Her garden of thorns
Her heart guarded by pain
Pricks when she cries
Her vulnerability hurts her even more
The scent of love took my eyes
Blinded by the allure of love
Lost in a heroes cause
Distracted by noble pursuits
Seeking her applause
Desiring her admiration
Her spirit grows
Her resilience strengthens
I'm dying thin
I am wasting away emotionally
It pulls the love out from our limbs
Our affection fades away
The pendulum swing
Life's constant ups and downs
The familiar string
The repetitive pattern
Weaves the wings
Creates the illusions we get caught up in
That I get so lost in sometimes
I often lose myself in these illusions
My mind only sees the colors
My perception is distorted
The fairground rife
The chaotic carnival of life
The endless strife
The never-ending conflicts
Pulls me in
Draws me into the chaos
Rape in hand
Metaphor for destructive control
Locked in her despair
Trapped in her sorrow
Losing control of my own care
Neglecting my own well-being
The pattern of unwashed hair
The sign of neglect and depression
Plays its sad song on my arm
The visible scars reflect my emotional pain
But underneath the grief and shame
Despite the suffering and guilt
This will all fade away
Eventually, this pain will diminish
And if you bite
If you harm
The hand that feeds your twisted mind
Those who support your distorted thoughts
Oh, will you fight again?
Will you continue to resist help?
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Aaron Bosquez, Allen Paul, Luke Frechette, Shane Ashton
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