In 2009 a voice materialized from the windswept void of the California dese… Read Full Bio ↴In 2009 a voice materialized from the windswept void of the California desert. At once haunting and oddly welcoming, it hasn't been your mind playing tricks on you, it's Gonjasufi. Combining international psychedelia and the new-school beat diaspora, Gonjasufi's dark songwriting, affecting vocals and street-mystic vibe will leave an indelible mark.

Sumach Ecks was born in San Diego to a Hispanic mother and an Ethiopian father. He has been musically active since the 1990s, when he rapped with Masters of the Universe and self-released some solo albums under the name Sumach. In 2008 he made his first two notable appearances on record: rapping a verse on "Anything Is Possible" (on the album Johnson&Jonson by Blu and Mainframe) and singing on "Testament" (on the album Los Angeles by Flying Lotus). The latter garnered Ecks a great deal of attention, and led to him being signed to Warp Records and releasing A Sufi and a Killer under the moniker "Gonjasufi" in 2010.

Since signing to Warp, Ecks has also released three more records: The Caliph's Tea Party in 2010, The 9th Inning EP in 2011 and MU.ZZ.LE in 2012.

Stardustin'
Gonjasufi Lyrics

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Throwing Angels on my Trampoline
Now my hearts gushing
It's so amazing I just can't believe
I'm Stardustin'
Give me what I can
Give me for my hand
I am
High with me

Yeah Strap ON

Get Highhhhhhh
High with me

Overall Meaning

In Gonjasufi's "Stardustin'" lyrics, he talks about his experience of throwing angels on his trampoline that makes his heart rush with such intensity that he cannot believe it. The reference to throwing angels could be symbolic of the carefree and child-like nature of the act, and how it brings him closer to a divine or spiritual experience. The idea of being "Stardustin'" could be interpreted as an allusion to the state of being in a dreamlike or transcendent state of mind. The lyrics invite the listener to join him and get high with him, which could suggest that he's inviting his listeners to join him on this spiritual or emotional journey.

The reference to "strapping on" could also be understood in different ways. It could be interpreted as a reference to a musical instrument such as a guitar, which he is preparing to play, or it could be a reference to getting high or accessing some type of altered state of consciousness.

The song overall has a surreal and poetic quality and is open to interpretation, leaving room for listeners to connect with the lyrics in their own way. It is a testament to Gonjasufi's ability to create music that transcends traditional boundaries and speaks to listeners on a deeper emotional or spiritual level.

Line by Line Meaning

Throwing Angels on my Trampoline
I am experiencing immense joy and pleasure, like throwing angelic beings on a trampoline.

Now my hearts gushing
My heart is overflowing with strong emotions, like love or excitement.

It's so amazing I just can't believe
The experience is so incredible that it seems almost unbelievable.

I'm Stardustin'
I am feeling a sense of euphoria and transcendence, similar to floating in outer space.

Give me what I can
I am willing to accept anything that is available to me, whether it be material possessions or experiences.

Give me for my hand
I am willing to give up something in exchange for what is being offered to me.

I am
I exist and am experiencing the present moment.

High with me
Join me in experiencing this state of transcendence and euphoria.

Yeah Strap ON
Let's get ready for an intense and exhilarating experience.

Get Highhhhhhh
Let's continue to elevate our state of consciousness and experience pure joy and bliss.

Contributed by Callie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.