Because of her broad tonal range, Hind is proficient in many different styles of music. She is just as good at R and B, pop and even fado. Hind continually experiments with different music styles and in different languages; for example she has sung in Arabic and Portuguese. One of her ambitions is to have a role in a large musical. In spite of this, she turned down an offer to play in the the Dutch version of the musical The Lion King.
In 2004, Hind received an Edison award (Dutch Grammy) for her debut album Around The World, which also went gold. Hind launched her second album in 2005, titled Halfway Home.
Hind participated at the Eurovision Song Contest 2008 in Belgrade. Her song Your heart belongs to me was written 5 years earlier. She performed in the semi finals but did not manage to reach the finals.
In November 2009 Hind joined forces with website SellaBand to finance her third album. She became the fastest artist to date in reaching her goal by raising € 40,000 in 12 days.Target is to present the first single of the album to come in February 2010.
FEEL
Hind Lyrics
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Come and hold my hand
I wanna contact the living
Not sure I understand
This role I've been given
I sit and talk to God
My head speaks a language
I don't understand
I just want to feel real love
Feel the home that I live in
'Cause I got too much life
Running through my veins
Going to waste
I don't wanna die
But I ain't keen on living either
Before I fall in love
I'm preparing to leave
I scare myself to death
That's why I keep on running
Before I've arrived
I can see myself coming
I just want to feel real love
Feel the home that I live in
'Cause I got too much life
Running through my veins
Going to waste
And I need to feel real love
And a life ever after
I cannot give it up
I just want to feel real love
Feel the home that I live in
I got too much love
Running through my veins
Going to waste
And I need to feel real love
In a life ever after
There's a hole in my soul
You can see it in my face
It's a real big place
Come and hold my hand
I want to contact the living
Not sure I understand
This role I've been given
Not sure I understand
Not sure I understand
Not sure I understand
The song "Feel" by Hind is about the search for love and connection, and the struggle to understand one's place and purpose in the world. The lyrics express a deep longing to feel something real and meaningful, to experience true love and to find a home. The singer speaks of talking to God, but feeling like he or she doesn't understand the language, suggesting a sense of alienation or disconnection from religion or spirituality. The feeling of being lost and unsure is reflected in the repeated refrain of "not sure I understand, not sure I understand."
The second verse of the song takes a darker turn, with the singer admitting to being scared and running away from love before it can become real. There is a fear of dying, but also a fear of living, highlighting the internal struggle between the desire for connection and the fear of vulnerability and rejection. The lyric "Before I've arrived, I can see myself coming" suggests a sense of inevitability about one's fate or destiny, and a feeling of powerlessness in the face of it.
However, despite the fear and uncertainty, the singer ultimately expresses a desire to feel real love and to have a life worth living. The song ends with a plea for someone to come and hold their hand, suggesting a willingness to reach out and make a connection with another person.
Overall, the lyrics of "Feel" convey a sense of existential angst and a longing for connection and meaning. The themes of love, fear, and uncertainty are universal and relatable, making the song resonate with listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Come and hold my hand
I need someone to give me a sense of connection and comfort.
I wanna contact the living
I want to feel alive and present in my own life.
Not sure I understand
I'm feeling lost and confused and don't have all the answers.
This role I've been given
I feel like life has handed me a challenge or a burden that I don't know how to handle.
I sit and talk to God
I'm seeking guidance or comfort from a higher power or source of wisdom.
And he just laughs at my plans
I'm realizing that my own ideas and ambitions may not be as important or meaningful as I thought.
My head speaks a language
My thoughts and emotions can be confusing or hard to understand at times.
I don't understand
I'm feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about what the future holds.
I just want to feel real love
I'm longing for deeper, more authentic connections with others and myself.
Feel the home that I live in
I want to feel at ease and comfortable in my own skin and surroundings.
'Cause I got too much life
I feel like I have a lot of potential or energy to give, but it's not being fully realized or appreciated.
Running through my veins
My inner drive and passion are a defining part of who I am.
Going to waste
I'm afraid that I'm not making the most of my time or talents in this world.
And a life ever after
I want to believe that there's something bigger or more meaningful beyond this life and its challenges.
I cannot give it up
I'm not willing to compromise or settle for less than what I truly desire or value.
I scare myself to death
I'm aware of my own fears and limitations and they sometimes hold me back.
That's why I keep on running
I sometimes feel the need to escape or avoid my problems rather than face them head-on.
Before I've arrived
I'm already anticipating or worrying about what might happen in the future, before it's even happened.
I can see myself coming
I have a sense of self-awareness and introspection that sometimes makes me feel overwhelmed or anxious.
There's a hole in my soul
I'm aware that something is missing or incomplete within me, and it's causing me pain or discomfort.
You can see it in my face
My emotional struggles are visible or apparent to others, even if I try to hide or deny them.
Writer(s): Guy Chambers, Robert Peter Williams Copyright: Emi Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Mgb Ltd.
Contributed by Declan G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.