On his debut album This is the New Year Ian Axel celebrates relationships, … Read Full Bio ↴On his debut album This is the New Year Ian Axel celebrates relationships, personal transformation and fresh starts. While examining ties to family, friends and significant others, Axel has created an album full of playful anthems extolling these human connections and rediscovers that all-important, yet under-considered, link to one’s younger self along the way. “I always feel like I'm trying to reconnect with something I had when I was a kid,” says Ian. “Children have a glow and an energy we seem to lose later.”

Axel combines the resonant piano work of Elton John with the confessional quality of Sufjan Stevens and the charming quirkiness of Regina Spektor. Made up of a dozen exuberant and witty original songs, This is the New Year features guest vocalist Jenny Owen Youngs (harmonies on "Say Something"), bassist Chris Kuffner (Regina Spektor, Ingrid Michelson) and drummer Adam Christgau (Sia, Joshua Radin) as well as a large cast of musician friends, mentors and peers.

According to the This Is The New Year Songfacts, the title track was used as the theme tune to the MTV reality program I Used To Be Fat.

We Are
Ian Axel Lyrics

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Believe in it
It's more than you and so much more than me
Hold on to it
I'll believe in you if you believe in me

I swear,
I'd give it all for this
I'll fall on to my knees

We are the lucky ones (x3)

These years comin'
They'll be worth the fight and they'll be worth the wait
Keep on goin'
Let this be the star that'll light your way

And I swear,
We'll make it over this
I'll fall on to my knees

We are the lucky ones (x3)

I won't let you down (x16)

We are the lucky ones (x4)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ian Axel's song "We Are" are about believing in yourself and having faith in those around you. The lines "Believe in it, it's more than you and so much more than me" convey the idea that there is something greater than any one individual or their personal beliefs. The phrase "We are the lucky ones" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the idea that those who have this belief are fortunate, and should cherish and be grateful for it.

The second verse of the song acknowledges the struggles that come with achieving this belief. The phrase "These years comin', they'll be worth the fight and they'll be worth the wait" references the obstacles that will arise and the perseverance required to overcome them. However, Ian Axel assures his listener that if they continue to hold onto their belief, they will eventually succeed. The repetition of "I swear, we'll make it over this, I'll fall onto my knees" further emphasizes this determination and commitment.

The final repetition of "We are the lucky ones" is also followed by the line "I won't let you down," reinforcing the idea that those who hold onto their belief should support and uplift each other. Overall, the lyrics of "We Are" highlight the importance of faith and community, and encourage listeners to hold onto their beliefs through both hardship and success.

Line by Line Meaning

Believe in it
Have faith in something greater than yourself

It's more than you and so much more than me
This belief transcends individuals

Hold on to it
Don't let go of this faith

I'll believe in you if you believe in me
We need mutual trust and support to keep this faith alive

I swear,
I promise

I'd give it all for this
I'm willing to sacrifice everything for this belief

I'll fall on to my knees
I'll humble myself before this greater truth

We are the lucky ones (x3)
We're blessed to have this faith and each other

These years comin'
The future ahead

They'll be worth the fight and they'll be worth the wait
The challenges and delays are necessary for the eventual fulfillment of this faith

Keep on goin'
Don't give up