Her father is Italian and her mother Icelandic. Emilíana grew up in Kópavogur where, at the age of 7, she joined a choir as a soprano. She continued with the choir until she went to opera school at the age of 15. Later she worked as waitress at her father's restaurant. In 1994, Emilíana became well-known at the age of 17 after winning the song competition for junior college students (Icelandic: Söngkeppni framhaldsskólanna), singing "I Will Survive".
Prior to her appearance on the worldwide stage, she released 3 other albums in Iceland: Spoon in 1994, Crouçie D'où Là in 1995, and Merman in 1996. Emilíana also worked with trip-hop group Gus Gus on their debut Polydistortion (1997) on two songs: Is Jesus Your Pal? and Why?.
Later Torrini continues to collaborate with other artists, notably composing Kylie Minogue's international #1 track Slow with Dan Carey in 2003, and providing the voice for Gollum's Song, the closing theme for the film "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers". Also in 2002, she sang vocals on Paul Oakenfold's song Hold Your Hand taken from his Bunkka album.
In 2003 she collaborated with Thievery Corporation on two songs Heaven's Gonna Burn Your Eyes and Until the Morning from The Richest Man in Babylon (2005), and Slovo's debut album, Nommo.
Emilíana Torrini released her international debut album, Love In The Time Of Science in November 1999. This trip-hop album was produced by Roland Orzabal of Tears for Fears. Four singles were issued: Dead Things, Baby Blue, To Be Free, and Unemployed in Summertime.
Working with Dan Carey, her second major album release released in 2005, Fisherman's Woman, signified a departure from her earlier electronic roots to an acoustic-folk sound; applying the ethereal beauty of her voice in a much more intimate setting, reminiscent of the work of Nick Drake and fellow Icelanders múm. The singles Lifesaver, Sunnyroad, and Heartstopper supported the album.
Her third album, Me and Armini was released on 8 September 2008, to generally good reviews. The album was promoted by three singles: Me and Armini, Big Jumps, and Jungle Drum. The single Jungle Drum became Emilíana's most successful song, reaching #1 in Iceland, Austria, Belgium, Germany, #5 on Finland, and #11 in Switzerland.
Her fourth international studio album, Tookah was released in 2013.
http://www.emilianatorrini.com/
Torrini has lately worked with Canada's Kid Koala, providing vocals on the ambient album Music To Draw To: Satellite, released in January 2017.
The album is described as "...his first non sample-based album, with all the instruments and effects being manipulated by him and him alone) and lyricist (a collaboration with Icelandic vocalist Emilíana Torrini, who somehow makes this sometimes stark, often celestial-sounding record even more chilling with her captivating performances on tracks like "Collapser" and "Adrift") — is able to transport listeners to the depths of space, or wherever their imagination wills them, with ease."
http://exclaim.ca/music/article/kid_koala-music_to_draw_to_satellite
Summer Breeze
Emilíana Torrini Lyrics
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Since you've been loved
Like you should be loved
Might have been a while
Since you've been kissed
Like you should be kissed
Might be something you miss
Well summerbreeze is blowin' through your window
And summerbreeze is blowin' through your hair
And something in your eyes
That you cannot disguise
Don't tell me it ain't there
Might have been a while
Since you've been loved
By one who really loves you
It might have been a while
Since you could trust
That someone really cares
Were people like us
Meant to go 'round in pairs?
Summerbreeze is blowin' through your window
Summerbreeze is blowin' through your hair
Something in your eyes
That took me by surprise
Don't tell me that it ain't there
Emiliana Torrini's "Summer Breeze" speaks to the listener about the longing for love and affection, and the simple pleasures of feeling the warm summer breeze blowing in through an open window. The song speaks to anyone who has ever experienced a period of loneliness or isolation, reassuring them there is someone out there for everyone. The verse, "Might have been a while since you've been loved/Like you should be loved," speaks to a deep-seated sense of inadequacy and the difficulty in finding someone who really cares for us. The artist is trying to reassure the listener that there is someone out there, but it takes time and patience to find that person who will love and cherish them.
The song suggests that the listener has been alone for a while and maybe given up on finding true love or affection. This feeling of hopelessness is further expressed in the lines "Might have been a while, since you've been kissed/Like you should be kissed." The artist is trying to remind the listener that they deserve happiness, and that their worthiness should not be doubted. It is not just about physical affection, but the deeper connection that we all crave.
Overall, "Summer Breeze" is a song about hope and reassurance. It reminds us that even in the midst of loneliness and despair, the simple pleasures of feeling the summer breeze on our skin can bring us comfort and joy.
Line by Line Meaning
Might have been a while
It's possible that it has been a long time
Since you've been loved
Since you have received love the way you deserve to be loved
Like you should be loved
With the level of affection and care that is appropriate for you
Since you've been kissed
It's possible that a lot of time has passed since you were kissed
Like you should be kissed
In a way that shows how much you are valued and loved
Tender lovin' arms
Arms that hold you gently and lovingly
Might be something you miss
It's possible that you miss having that kind of affection in your life
Well summerbreeze is blowin' through your window
The cool and gentle summer breeze is blowing into your room
And summerbreeze is blowin' through your hair
The same breeze is making your hair sway in the wind
And something in your eyes
There is a certain expression in your eyes
That you cannot disguise
That is impossible to hide
Don't tell me it ain't there
Don't deny that you feel it
Since you've been loved
It's possible you haven't experienced feeling love in a while
By one who really loves you
By someone who genuinely cares for you
Since you could trust
It's possible that you have a hard time trusting others
That someone really cares
That another person has your best interests at heart
Were people like us
Individuals like ourselves
Meant to go 'round in pairs?
Are we meant to be in relationships?
Something in your eyes
There is a clear emotion in your gaze
That took me by surprise
It caught me off guard
Don't tell me that it ain't there
Don't try to say that it's not true
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@viviondioline
This song is PERFECT! Such easy listening. You can't deny the mood this song carries with it.
@daveconroy1954
For Sandra who was lost to this world on the 7th October 1968, aged 14yrs.he So many regrets, not telling you how much I was in love with you. Fell in love with you the very first day. A part of my heart will always be shrouded with tears. Never forgotten.XXXX
@XibalbaPiixan
Makes me remember that summer... That Summerbreeze, that person... That person who will never notice how much I'd give for him.
@NeverStoppedSinging
I love Emiliana and ''Love in the time of science'' so freaking much!!
@Droctagon1
NeverStoppedSinging what better description? Love in the Time of Science!!! Brilliant...simply brilliant
@goekhanerkan3555
Love this song! I helps me to get in this kind of peaceful mood where most things in life are unnecessary but the almighty love to everything surrounding us...
@mrtunastink
Those Icelandic voices are angelic aren't they.
@afistwithakiss
I remember my friend introducing me to her about 15 years ago. I've loved her ever since.
Then I heard this song play in the background of a Buffy episode and I bout had a mini heart attack. It made me so happy. <3
@WomanNextDoor
This track will always bring bitter-sweet memories......
@WomanNextDoor
Thank you.....I shouldn't play it cos of the memories but I can't help myself