1) Enigma is a … Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with the name Enigma:
1) Enigma is a German electronic musical project founded by Michael Cretu (Romanian musician), David Fairstein and Frank Peterson in 1990. Cretu, who based his recording studio A.R.T. Studios in Ibiza, Spain in the early 1990s is both the composer and the producer of the project. His former wife Sandra often provided vocals on Enigma tracks. Jens Gad co-produced and played guitar on three of the Enigma albums.
After some solo projects, Cretu started to produce the first Enigma record "MCMXC a.D." in 1990 using the nickname "Curly MC". Until today, with seven albums out, "Seven Lives, Many Faces" being the latest one (released on September 19, 2008), 35 million CDs sold worldwide, 50 number one hits, 90 platinum discs, and songs appearing on more than 1,000 compilation albums.
With the 1990 hit "Sadeness Part I," Enigma brought the new age fascination with Gregorian chants and old-world culture to the world and clubs; the resulting single was both unique and irresistible.
On his second album, 1993’s "Cross of Changes", some of the old-world elements remained, but the new age angle came to the forefront in a set of slick, radio-friendly pop. The well-known "Return to Innocence" was born.
Enigma 3: "Le Roi Est Mort, Vive le Roi" followed in 1996 - a musical summary of the previous concepts.
The fourth Enigma record, "The Screen Behind the Mirror", followed in early 2000, and in 2003 "Voyageur" came out. Three years later, "A Posteriori" (2006) was released. The result is an intergalactic sound trip through the universe and back, based on a more electronic/trance sound.
In 2008 his seventh album was released, "Seven Lives, Many Faces".
In 2009 "The Platinum Collection" was released, spread between 3 disks, the first containing the popular music created by Engima, the second CD contains remixes of all the songs on the first CD with the third containing never before heard tracks.
On 5 October 2010, to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the first album MCMXC a.D., the "Enigma's Social Song" project began. Enigma fans were asked to submit vocals for a new Enigma song. The public was then asked to vote, with the winning submission "Fei mea" being provided by Latvian singer Fox Lima for the chorus. The top 3 runners up, Mark Joshua from Brazil, J. Spring from Spain, and Rasa Serra from Lithuania provided other important parts of the vocals like the bridge, backing, and verse of the final version of the single. Fans also influenced further stages of the song's creation by voting on elements such as a lead instrument, general mood, and style of the track. The final mix of the single named "MMX (The Social Song)" was released on 15 December 2010. It became the first song ever created for and by the fans via the internet.
In August 2016, Enigma's eighth studio album The Fall of a Rebel Angel was announced for a release on 11 November 2016. It features guest musicians Brazilian singer-songwriter Mark Josher, Indonesian singer Anggun, female voice Nanuk, and English electro-pop duo Aquilo. Two singles from the album have been released, "Sadeness (Part II)" featuring Anggun, and "Amen" featuring Aquilo.
In May 2018, limited edition coloured vinyl editions of Enigma's entire catalogue were released in a new collection, The Colours of Enigma – The Vinyl Series. The set features new artwork and remastered stereo mixes made from the original master tapes.
Throughout 2019 and into 2020, three former vocalists for Enigma, Andru Donalds, Angel X, and Fox Lima, embarked on a world tour under the name Original Enigma Voices. This marks the first time Enigma's music has been performed live.
2) Enigma is a technical death metal band from San Jose, CA consisting of Petr Oplatka (vocals), Byron Leon (guitars/programming), Ryan McNatt (guitars), Dan Saltzman (bass) and Harley Blandford (drums).
3) Enigma is a dubstep producer from the UK.
4) Enigma is a Mexican psychedelic rock band of the early '70s.
5) Enigma are an Alternative/Rock band from the UK.
Smell Of Desire
Enigma Lyrics
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Je suis folle.
Je m'abandonne
(I can't sleep anymore
I am crazy
I am letting myself go)
Je ne dors plus
(I can't sleep anymore
I'm yours)
In reverse mode
In nomine Christi, Amen [Repeat: x6]
(In the name of Christ, So be it [Repeat: x6]
The eternal flame will always burn
Feel, understand, and learn
The song "Smell of Desire" by Enigma is a tune that combines both French and Latin lyrics, giving it an exotic and mystical aura. The lyrics of the song are quite simple and straight-forward, yet the delivery of the message is cryptic and open to interpretation. The singer utters the words, "Je ne dors plus, Je suis folle, Je m'abandonne" which means "I can't sleep anymore, I am crazy, I am letting myself go." It shows the singer's state of desperation and surrender to her own desires, possibly relating to love or lustful thoughts.
The next line, "Je ne dors plus, Je suis a toi" translates to "I can't sleep anymore, I'm yours," indicating a possible surrender to someone's seduction. The use of French instead of English in the lyrics adds an extra layer of allure and fascination to the song. The last part of the song features the repetition of "In nomine Christi, Amen" in Latin, which means "In the Name of Christ, So be it." This phrase could be interpreted as a form of confession, asking for divine forgiveness for the singer's actions and desires.
In conclusion, the lyrics of Enigma's "Smell of Desire" present a message that is both intense and emotionally charged. The French and Latin language used adds to the overall mysterious and enigmatic nature of the song. The lyrics express the inner feelings of a person who has abandoned themselves to their carnal desires, and is seeking absolution from a higher power.
Line by Line Meaning
Je ne dors plus
I can't sleep anymore
Je suis folle.
I am crazy
Je m'abandonne
I am letting myself go
Je suis a toi
I'm yours
In nomine Christi, Amen
In the name of Christ, So be it
The eternal flame will always burn
The fire of passion never dies
Feel, understand, and learn
Experience, comprehend, and gain knowledge
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVID FAIRSTEIN, MICHAEL CRETU
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MadScientyst
There's something hauntingly beautiful, sensual & mystical about this ENTIRE album!
I personally rank it as Michael Cretu's finest Enigma work as it's stood the test of time decades later.
It still resonates deep in 2023 as it did upon its release so long ago...🤩🤩
@johnschwab3749
Possibly his most moving, haunting song--a soundtrack for an infinite number of moments, sad, elated, bittersweet. This song is to Enigma's other music what Enigma's music is to other artists. It is exponentially Enigma.
@zelim9367
This is mystical, wonderful, elustruous, divine. Not sad.
@PisanoandMonAmi
A classic masterpiece of seduction, wonder, and mystery. One of my favourite Enigma tracks, hands down.
@francoisjunius3916
No music better to clean your soul and find your inner I(voice) than Enigma. Thank you Michael Cretu!
@yosshy4774
That guitar solo in the middle and at the end is one of the greatest pieces of music in the history.
Love this song so much. Le Roi Est Mort is my favorite album, this song is top tier.
@paulmartin7332
Heavenly
@karleaboo
Another amazing guitar solo you'll find is in "I love you I'll kill you" turn up the bass, turn up the volume and sit back to that, my friend. Amazing!
@yosshy4774
@@karleaboo Oh, yeah! Now, I consider that solo at the same level of Pink Floyd's solo on Sorrow (Pulse Version). Just magnificent!
@DerekBurn
@@karleaboohell yeah