Ba… Read Full Bio ↴Ivan Campo is a British alternative nu-folk trio from Manchester.
Based in the north-west of England, Ivan Campo produce interweaving melodies combined with a musical unpredictability influenced by artists as varied as Tyrannosaurus Rex, Nick Harper and Arcade Fire. The effect is a unique style infused with echoes of films, snatched memories and a healthy sense of the absurd.
Playing live regularly, Ivan Campo have been spotted in pubs, clubs, venues, kitchens, festivals, ballrooms & basements, all over the UK, & have shared stages with Marrisa Nadler, Thomas Denver Jonsson, Jeff Lewis, Misty's Big Adventure, Jay Jay Pistolet, Dufus, The Courteeners, Jim Noir, Shack, & The Pale Fountains.
Their E.P entitled 'Super 7' was released in 2009.
“A unique and mildly unsettling sound, like David Lynch circa Blue Velvet. Can't recommend them enough!” Yorkie - Space
See... www.myspace.com/ivancampo
Anthem
Ivan Campo Lyrics
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Filtering through my light
Oh, it takes time
Oh, it takes time
Take as long as you like
I saw the light
Filtering through my life
Oh, it takes time
Take as long as you like
The lyrics to Ivan Campo's song "Anthem" speak of the experience of life filtering through the singer's perception, represented by the metaphorical "light" they see it through. The repetition of the phrase "oh, it takes time" suggests that the singer is reflecting on the slow and often difficult process of understanding and coming to terms with the world around them. The phrase "take as long as you like" offers a sense of acceptance and patience, as though the singer recognizes that this process is ongoing and may take a lifetime.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a sense of introspection and mindfulness, as though the singer is taking the time to observe and understand their experiences rather than simply reacting to them. The use of light as a metaphor adds a sense of clarity and illumination to this process of understanding, as though the singer is gaining new insights and perspectives as they filter their experiences through their own unique lens.
Line by Line Meaning
I saw the life
I experienced and observed life
Filtering through my light
Passing through me and illuminating my soul
Oh, it takes time
Oh, life requires patience and perseverance
Oh, it takes time
Oh, life requires patience and perseverance
Take as long as you like
Take as much time as you need to navigate life
Contributed by Callie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dídac Esteve
Awesome song! I heard it in Late motiv.
Here are the lyrics:
Stoned, stoned beneath the eaves, to sink beneath the tide. I was far away, you were on my mind. I was overwhelmed, some forgotten scheme, I placed upon a ledge along with childhood dreams. For now.
You lousy bunch of bleeding hearts I knew from the very start, I knew where you'd be. You said It could be nothing it could be everything, everything I need. You'll never find a clue with a mind like mine. I guess that it's true, I did it for you and nobody else.
Alone, alone beneath the elm, beyond the realms of time, you were overwhelmed I was on your mind. Forever on my tail, always standing fast. The bloodhound and the fox, the fox laid all the traps, for you.
You lousy bunch of bleeding hearts I knew from the very start, I knew where you'd be. You said It could be nothing it could be everything, everything to me. You'll never find a clue with a mind like mine. You'll never find the truth, it was so sublime. If I say so myself
the answer in time will come to your mind and nobody else.
I guess that it's true, I did it for you I did it for you and nobody else. Nobody else.
Jesssica Wilson
I absolutely love this. It depicts the mind games Moriarty and Holmes play with eachother. Thank you so much for linking me to this song Ivan. Its awesome.
Ivan Campo
Thank you, Jessica! Much appreciated ❤️
Cold Soup
You can't imagine how happy I am that this song has found me! I was always incredibly fascinated by the Sherlock/Moriarty relationship and I have to say, you perfectly captured it in this piece of art! Also love the video and the dog x
Thank you!!
Ivan Campo
Thank you for your comment! Very happy you found the song and glad that you like the video for it as well 😊❤️
Rhea Theusch
You played James Bond, you play in a band, and you have a cute dog in the video. I love it. it's so good. This is amazing and I watch Epic Rap Battles all the time lol the James Bond one is one of my favorites.
Ivan Campo
Hi Rhea, good to hear from you, Im pleased you like James Bond ERB :) Thank you for checking out our music!
Vishita Jain
This was such an amazing song to listen to! I had goosebumps! And you're right. It truly fits Sherlock and Moriarty. The Bloodhound and the Fox, indeed. Loved it!
Ivan Campo
Great! So glad you like it. Thanks for checking it out ❤️
Inevitably Johnlocked
Great song, very catchy, cute doggo, and I just fantastic all around! Thank you for sharing it!
Ivan Campo
Thank you for checking it out! Faido is very happy to hear that you enjoyed it :)