After much anticipation, on December 14, 2019, Flamango Bay released their first digital single Bleach Blonde. Over the following year they would continue to release droplet singles while performing live in promote for their upcoming debut ep, The Fool dropping May 5, 2022.
Venus
Flamango Bay Lyrics
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Inside it’s cold
My curtains open
But my mind is closed
Dressed in all satin
But only in my dreams
Lipstick and lavish
Are all but uncertainty
I’m in an outrage and I’ll tip if I’m alone
They say simmer low basket case
Put your head down
But how can I sleep if the answer makes my heart pound
Venus honey
Dirty money
If your stars are bright as mine
I’ll fight forever
And ever
Maybe it’s loving but I say it’s mean
Little kids believe what they’re told
And turn into fiends
Under the surface I’m trapped below
I’ve have same superpowers
But wear different clothes
I’m unattached but I won’t leave if I’m alone
Don’t need to invest but still I’m reaching for my phone
They pester call me Princess I don’t need to let my hair down
I wonder how you’re feeling seeing me now in my new crown
Venus honey
Dirty money
If your stars are bright as mine
I’ll fight forever and ever
Venus honey
Be more sunny
If you question my lies
If you conform to tries
If you mistake my mind
You’ll pay forever
And ever
Venus honey
Dirty money
You will pay for your crimes
I know that you ain’t right
I don’t gotta tell you twice
You better listen
Listen
Listen to me I can’t hear you can’t see
Venus will let you know
The lyrics of Flamango Bay's song "Venus" are a combination of both poetic and cryptic verses that explore a range of different themes. At the core of the song is the sense of duality, both in terms of the external world versus the internal world, as well as the different sides of oneself. The opening lines of the song - "Outside it's summer, inside it's cold" - set the tone for this juxtaposition, and the rest of the lyrics describe a complex and multifaceted personality.
The singer is portrayed as someone who appears confident and well put together on the outside, with a glamorous exterior and a fearless attitude. Yet, underneath this external facade, there are hints of insecurity and doubt. The lyric "Lipstick and lavish are all but uncertainty" suggests that the singer's confidence may be a mask for a deeper vulnerability. This is reinforced later in the song when the singer describes feeling trapped and powerless: "Under the surface I'm trapped below."
Perhaps the most interesting aspect of the lyrics is the repeated references to Venus, the Roman goddess of love, beauty, and fertility. At first glance, it seems as though the singer is identifying with this powerful feminine figure. However, as the song goes on, it becomes clear that the reference to Venus is more ambiguous. The lyric "Maybe it's loving but I say it's mean" hints that the singer might be using the guise of love to manipulate others. The line "If you question my lies you'll pay forever and ever" reinforces this sense of manipulation and control.
Ultimately, the meaning of "Venus" is left up to interpretation, much like the different sides of the singer's personality. Is the song a reflection on the different masks we wear in order to navigate the complexities of our lives? Or is it a warning about the dangers of using love as a weapon? Either way, Flamango Bay's "Venus" is a rich and fascinating exploration of the human psyche.
Line by Line Meaning
Outside it's summer
Despite the warm weather, my internal emotional state is anything but warm.
Inside it's cold
My emotional response to the world is not affected by external conditions, and instead feels very distant and detached.
My curtains open
I am willing to let parts of myself be seen, but not my innermost emotions.
But my mind is closed
Despite my willingness to be seen physically, I am not open to conversations about my emotional state.
Dressed in all satin
The way I present myself is sophisticated and refined.
But only in my dreams
However, I am not always able to live up to this idealized version of myself.
Lipstick and lavish
I enjoy indulging in luxury and physical pleasures.
Are all but uncertainty
Despite my enjoyment of these things, they are temporary and bring up feelings of insecurity.
I'm easygoing overflowed if I'm provoked
I am generally calm and collected, but can become emotional if pushed too far.
I'm in an outrage and I'll tip if I'm alone
If I am provoked when I am by myself, I will not hesitate to act impulsively.
They say simmer low basket case
Others might advise me to stay calm and take a step back.
Put your head down
This advice often involves not wanting to face difficult emotions directly.
But how can I sleep if the answer makes my heart pound
I am unable to keep my emotions at bay, and struggle to remain calm when I feel strongly about something.
Venus honey
I am addressing the listener as a term of endearment.
Dirty money
The wealth and materialistic pleasures that we might pursue can have negative consequences and leave us feeling unfulfilled.
If your stars are bright as mine
Only those who have similarly achieved success might be able to understand me and my experiences.
I'll fight forever
I am not one to give up easily, and will do whatever it takes to get what I want.
And ever
This determination to succeed is unwavering and persistent.
Maybe it's loving but I say it's mean
My behavior might be misconstrued as cruel or harsh, but I believe I am doing what is necessary to succeed.
Little kids believe what they're told
People who are naive or inexperienced may be easily manipulated or deceived.
And turn into fiends
These same people can become obsessed with success or revolution, often at the detriment of their own values or morals.
Under the surface I'm trapped below
There are parts of myself that I feel are hidden, but which I am unable to explore or understand.
I've got the same superpowers
Despite my flaws and vulnerabilities, I recognize that I am still capable of achieving great things.
But wear different clothes
I might present myself differently depending on the situation, but am still the same person at my core.
I'm unattached but I won't leave if I'm alone
I am independent and capable of taking care of myself, but also value companionship and emotional connections.
Don't need to invest but still I'm reaching for my phone
I might not actively seek out others, but still find myself longing for their company and support.
They pester call me Princess I don't need to let my hair down
Others might see me as privileged or entitled, but I am not willing to let down my guard or become vulnerable.
I wonder how you're feeling seeing me now in my new crown
I am aware that my success and achievements might make others envious or resentful, and am curious about their reactions.
Be more sunny
I am again using a term of endearment to address the listener.
If you question my lies
If someone were to question my honesty or integrity, I would not be willing to engage with them or admit any wrongdoing.
If you conform to tries
I expect those around me to be supportive of me, and might view those who do not as lacking in loyalty or dedication.
If you mistake my mind
If someone were to misunderstand my thought process or decisions, I would be defensive and may take it as a personal attack.
You'll pay forever
I will hold grudges and seek revenge against those who wrong me, even if it means sacrificing my own happiness or interests.
You will pay for your crimes
Those who cross me, even in small ways, will face consequences and be held accountable for their actions.
I know that you ain't right
I am highly attuned to the emotions and intentions of others, and may be quick to judge or make assumptions.
I don't gotta tell you twice
I am not afraid to speak my mind, and will not sugarcoat my opinions or feelings, even if others might find them harsh or unkind.
You better listen
I demand that others take my words and advice seriously and act accordingly.
Listen
I reiterate this demand for attention and respect from others.
Listen to me I can't hear you can't see
I am highly focused on my own pursuits and actions and might be oblivious to the emotions or experiences of those around me.
Venus will let you know
I am again using a term of endearment to address the listener, but also implying that I have power and influence over their actions and decisions.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Georgia Manou, Ikaika Gunderson
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Dan
Deep *and* rockin', I love it