Signed to XL Recordings, they released the Oya EP in June 2014 which also includes the song River. Mama says was released in November, extracted from their eponymous Richard Russell produced album launched in February 16th, 2015. A third song from "Ibeyi", Ghosts, was promoted in January 2015 before they embarked on an extensive European and US Tour.
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Lost In My Mind
Ibeyi Lyrics
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That's what happens when I get lost in my mind
I'm going up the hill to watch the lights, the lights
Close my eyes to feel the boom, the boom
My legs hurt, I've been walking for so long
I feel I'm running out on the ground
On the ground
That's what happens when I get lost in my mind
That's what happens when I get lost in my mind
My pockets are empty, I've been robbed by the streets
That shine gold, busy, and cold when I'll be there
I feel so alone in this city
Looking for your heart when the streets are empty
When the streets are empty
When the streets are empty
That's what happens when I get lost in my mind
That's what happens when I get lost in my mind
Midnight sunshine, it's your smile, I'm going crazy
Spread the words I painted in red and follow the thread
We'll find our path, find our path
When we kiss it'll come to us
To us
It'll come to us
Don't get lost in your mind
Don't get lost in your mind
Oh, don't get lost in your mind
Don't get lost in your mind
The lyrics to Ibeyi's song, Lost in My Mind, seem to be describing a journey both physically and mentally. The repeated phrase, "That's what happens when I get lost in my mind," implies that the singer is struggling with their thoughts and emotions. They leave the comfort of their home to seek solace by going up a hill to watch the lights, closing their eyes to feel the boom. Despite the physical exertion, the singer finds themselves feeling exhausted and as if they are running out on the ground. This could potentially symbolize the feeling of being stuck in one's thoughts and not being able to escape them.
As the song progresses, the singer mentions feeling robbed by the streets that "shine gold, busy, and cold," highlighting the busy and isolating nature of the city. They are left feeling alone and searching for a connection that seems to evade them. However, amidst these struggles, there is a glimmer of hope as they mention "midnight sunshine," potentially an allusion to a loved one's smile that brings them comfort.
In the end, the repetition of the phrase, "Don't get lost in your mind," can be seen as a mantra or a reminder to try and stay grounded and present, despite the overwhelming thoughts and emotions that may threaten to consume us.
Line by Line Meaning
That's what happens when I get lost in my mind
When I get lost in my thoughts, I experience the feeling of being disconnected from reality.
I'm going up the hill to watch the lights, the lights
I'm going up the hill to see the city lights.
Close my eyes to feel the boom, the boom
I close my eyes and feel the beat of the city in my heart.
My legs hurt, I've been walking for so long
My legs are hurting because I've been wandering around for a long time.
I feel I'm running out on the ground
I feel like I'm running out of energy and losing my connection with the earth.
On the ground
I feel like I'm stuck on the ground and I can't move on.
My pockets are empty, I've been robbed by the streets
I have no money because the city has taken everything from me.
That shine gold, busy, and cold when I'll be there
The city looks glamorous from afar, but when I'm there, it feels busy and unwelcoming.
I feel so alone in this city
Even though I'm surrounded by people, I feel lonely in the city.
Looking for your heart when the streets are empty
I'm searching for your love when there's no one else around.
When the streets are empty
I feel most alone when the streets are empty and quiet.
Midnight sunshine, it's your smile, I'm going crazy
Your smile makes me feel like it's always sunny, even in the middle of the night. The feeling is so overwhelming that it's driving me crazy.
Spread the words I painted in red and follow the thread
Spread the message I'm trying to convey and follow the path I've set.
We'll find our path, find our path
We'll find our way together, no matter what obstacles we encounter.
When we kiss it'll come to us
When we kiss, everything will become clear to us.
To us
We'll find our way together as a team.
Don't get lost in your mind
Don't let your thoughts overwhelm and disconnect you from reality.
Oh, don't get lost in your mind
It's important to stay grounded and present in the moment, no matter how difficult it may be.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: MAXIME CHANET, ERIC STERLING COLLINS, LISA KAINDE DIAZ
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