2013: Coolbeanz[edit]
Bizu won an open mic night competition in February 2013 winning over the crowd, which included Emeli Sande and Naughty Boy, who were in attendance.[1] She released her first independent EP Coolbeanz in September 2013 debuting at number 3 on the iTunes Soul and RnB Chart and selling 50,000 copies.[12] The EP’s lead single "White Tiger" was also chosen as Zane Lowe’s ‘Next Hype’.[13] In October 2013 she supported Sam Smith on his UK tour[14] and in November Jamie Cullum handpicked her to open for him at The Roundhouse in London.[15]
2014–16: A Moment of Madness[edit]
In June 2014, Bizu was selected by BBC Introducing[14] to perform at Glastonbury Festival.[16] In July 2014, she signed to Epic Records UK.[2]A year later, she released the first singles from her debut album, Adam & Eve and Diamond which enjoyed support from BBC Radio 1,[17] Radio 2[18] and 1Xtra.[4] and performed at Glastonbury for the second time.[19] In September 2015, following the release of her single Give Me Love, she also made her TV debut on Later with Jools Holland.[20] Bizu supported both Rudimental[5] and Foxes[6] on their UK headline tours. In November 2015, Bizu was shortlisted for a Brit Critics' Choice award.[7] Her debut album A Moment of Madness is due for release on 2 September 2016.[21]
In April 2016, Bizu recorded (with the BBC Concert Orchestra) an uptempo, updated version of the Edith Piaf 1957 hit "La Foule" as the theme music for the BBC's coverage of the Euro 2016 Football Tournament.
Bizu has described herself as a fan of jazz-fusion mixes and a lover of squat parties and warehouse raves. She grew up listening to Ella Fitzgerald, Bettye Swann and James Brown[9] and draws on these influences alongside newer influences such as Amy Winehouse and Adele to create a fusion of soul, funk, jazz and pop.[22] She lists The Black Keys, Diana Ross, Grammatics and Sam Cooke among her other influences.[23]
Naïve Soul
Izzy Bizu Lyrics
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I got my rationality, he's seen better days (Mmm)
Deliria sweep through my brain, like I took a shot
Hey, Mr I Need-a-High-grade, I'm starry-eyed and lost
My heart is only dumb unless I dig through my veins
You naïve soul
You naïve soul
Life is wonder
You naïve soul
Life is sugar
You naïve soul
Life is wonder
It's just me-e-e-e-e-e, I-I-I-I-I-I
I got more love to give
It's just me-e-e-e-e-e, I-I-I-I-I-I
I got more love to give
All black, no complication as I rocket out this maze (Mmm)
Ooh I'm reborn, I hit every tree I fall out of space (Mmm)
Deliria sweep through my brain, like I took a shot
Hey, Mr I Need-High-grade, I'm starry-eyed and lost
My heart is only dumb when I shoot down my veins
You naïve soul
Life is sugar (Sugar)
You naïve soul
Life is wonder (Wonder)
You naïve soul
Life is sugar (Sugar)
You naïve soul
Life is wonder (Wonder)
It's just me-e-e-e-e-e, I-I-I-I-I-I
I got more love to give
It's just me-e-e-e-e-e, I-I-I-I-I-I
I got more love to give
Blindfolded my doubts 'til I'm in a dream, in a dream
Help me outta these bars, help me find a key, run away with me
Darling you're my, answer
Oh I'm on my way out of here
You naïve soul
Life is sugar (Sugar)
You naïve soul
Life is wonder (Wonder)
You naïve soul
Life is sugar (Sugar)
You naïve soul
Life is wonder (Wonder)
It's just me-e-e-e-e-e, I-I-I-I-I-I
I got more love to give
It's just me-e-e-e-e-e, I-I-I-I-I-I
I got more love to give (More love to give)
I got more love to give (More love to give)
I got more love to give (More love to give)
I got more love to give (More love to give)
I got more love to give
In "Naïve Soul," Izzy Bizu sings about the duality of life and how it can be both sweet and wonderful, but also overwhelming and intense. The song is directed towards a "naïve soul," someone who may have an innocent view of the world, but is also experiencing the complexities of life. The lyrics suggest inner turmoil, such as the numbness in one's heart, rationality struggling to stay afloat, and deliria taking over the mind. Despite these struggles, the chorus reminds the listener that life can also be sugar and wonder.
The second verse seems to be a rebirth or awakening moment, as the singer navigates a maze and hits every tree, implying they are trying to find their way out of a negative headspace. Later in the bridge, the singer begs for help, blindfolded by doubts and yearning for escape. The song concludes with the repetition of the chorus, empowering the listener by reassuring them that they have more love to give.
Line by Line Meaning
My heart, is only numb unless I dig through my veins (Mmm)
I feel emotionally numb unless I intentionally search for my deepest feelings
I got my rationality, he's seen better days (Mmm)
My logical thinking is not functioning well
Deliria sweep through my brain, like I took a shot
My mind is going haywire like I'm intoxicated
Hey, Mr I Need-a-High-grade, I'm starry-eyed and lost
I feel like I need something stronger, I'm dazed and confused
My heart is only dumb unless I dig through my veins
I need to search within myself to find my emotions
You naïve soul Life is sugar You naïve soul Life is wonder You naïve soul Life is sugar You naïve soul Life is wonder It's just me-e-e-e-e-e, I-I-I-I-I-I I got more love to give It's just me-e-e-e-e-e, I-I-I-I-I-I I got more love to give
Life can be sweet and full of awe, but you have to be naive to see it. I have more love to give and more to offer.
All black, no complication as I rocket out this maze (Mmm)
I'm moving forward without any obstacles as if I'm escaping a labyrinth
Ooh I'm reborn, I hit every tree I fall out of space (Mmm)
I feel like I'm given a new chance in life, even though I experienced some setbacks
My heart is only dumb when I shoot down my veins
I can't seem to feel anything when I suppress my emotions with bad habits
Blindfolded my doubts 'til I'm in a dream, in a dream Help me outta these bars, help me find a key, run away with me Darling you're my, answer Oh I'm on my way out of here
I'm blinded by my doubts that make me feel trapped. I need someone to help me escape from this chaos. You are the solution and I'm getting out of this situation.
I got more love to give (More love to give) I got more love to give (More love to give) I got more love to give (More love to give) I got more love to give (More love to give) I got more love to give
I have an abundance of love that I want to share with others
Contributed by Jacob R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.