State of Independance
Jon & Vangelis Lyrics


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State of life, may I live? May I love?
Coming out the sky, I name me a name

Coming out-silver word-what it is
It is the very nature of the sound the game
Siamese, Indionese. To Tibet treat the life
As a game, if you please
(Hey)

Coming up, Carabi, this sense of freedom
Derives from a mediative state

Movin' on, 'believe' that's it, call it magic
Third world, it is, I only guessed it

Shablam idi shablam ida
Shablam idi shablam ida
Shablam idi shablam ida

Shot to the soul-the flame of Oroladin
The essence of the word
The 'state of independence'

Sounds like a signal from you
Bring me to meet your sound
And I will bring you to my heart

Love like a signal you call
Touching my body, my soul
Bring to me, you to meet me here

Home be the temple of your heart
Home be the body of your love
Just like holy water to my lips

(hey, hey)
Yes I do know how I survive
(yes I do know) know why I'm alive
To love and be with you
Day by day by day by day

(hey, hey)
Say-aye yaya oh
(yayah yaya oh)
'be the sound of higher love' today

(yayah)
(hey, hey)
Time, time again, it is said
We will hear, we will see
See it all-in his wisdom-hear
His truth will abound the land
This truth will abound the land
This state of independence shall be
This state of independence shall be
Time, time again, it is said
We will hear, we will see
See it all-in his wisdom-hear
His truth will abound the land
This truth will abound the land

This state of independence shall be
This state of independence shall be
This state of independence shall be
This state of independence shall be




This state of independence shall be
This state of independence shall be

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jon & Vangelis's song State of Independence express a desire for freedom and an existential questioning of life and love. The first verse begins with the plea, "State of life, may I live? May I love?" The following lines evoke a celestial image of "coming out the sky" and "name[ing] me a name," which hints at the idea of creation and a divine force. The reference to "Siamese, Indionese, and Tibet" suggests cultural diversity, while "treating life as a game" implies a sense of detachment and playfulness.


In the second verse, the lyrics mention the "sense of freedom" derived from a meditative state, and the idea of "movin' on" and "believ[ing]" in magic. The "third world" is mentioned, but it is not clear what is being referenced. The repetition of "Shablam idi shablam ida" serves as a rhythmic interlude.


The final verse speaks of "the flame of Oroladin" and "the essence of the word," as well as the "state of independence" as a signal that brings people together. The repeated "hey" and "yayah" create a celebratory tone, as the lyrics express the desire to be with the person they love "day by day by day." The song ends with the repeated refrain, "This state of independence shall be," emphasizing the idea of personal freedom and the power of individual expression.


Line by Line Meaning

State of life, may I live? May I love?
Asking for permission to live a joyful and loving life.


Coming out the sky, I name me a name
Revealing oneself in a spiritual enlightenment moment, giving oneself an identity.


Coming out-silver word-what it is
Expressing oneself in a fluid and versatile language that captures the essence of the moment.


It is the very nature of the sound the game
Life is like a game that is played with the natural rhythms of sounds and vibrations.


Siamese, Indionese. To Tibet treat the life
Celebrating the diversity of cultures and their unique ways of embracing life, including Tibetan spirituality.


As a game, if you please
Life is a playful and creative activity with endless possibilities to explore and enjoy.


Coming up, Carabi, this sense of freedom
Experiencing a sense of liberation that comes from entering a state of transcendence and inner peace.


Derives from a mediative state
Freedom is the natural outcome of a focused and serene mind.


Movin' on, 'believe' that's it, call it magic
Embracing a belief in something greater than oneself and experiencing the miraculous as a result.


Third world, it is, I only guessed it
Recognizing the struggles and difficulties that people in underprivileged nations face, despite not having experienced them directly.


Shot to the soul-the flame of Oroladin
Feeling the powerful and transformative impact of a spiritual awakening that kindles deep within the soul.


The essence of the word
The true meaning behind a message or idea, which transcends the mere words used to express it.


The 'state of independence'
A state of being where one is free from constraints, limitations, and external influences that limit creativity and self-expression.


Sounds like a signal from you
Hearing a clear and distinct message that originates from the soul of another person.


Bring me to meet your sound
Feeling drawn towards someone's inner voice and wanting to connect with them at a deep and meaningful level.


And I will bring you to my heart
Being open and welcoming to another person's innermost being, and inviting them to enter deeply into one's own heart.


Love like a signal you call
Love can be communicated with the same clarity and immediacy as a signal or a message.


Touching my body, my soul
Experiencing love as a transformative force that touches every aspect of one's being, from the physical to the spiritual.


Bring to me, you to meet me here
Inviting someone to come closer and share in one's own sense of liberation, happiness, and self-actualization.


Home be the temple of your heart
Our innermost being is the holy place where we find peace, love, and acceptance.


Home be the body of your love
Expressing love as a natural and integral part of our physical existence, as much as our emotional and spiritual selves.


Just like holy water to my lips
Experiencing the purity, healing, and rejuvenating power of love in a deeply personal and intimate way.


Yes I do know how I survive
Being fully aware of what sustains and motivates oneself, even in the face of adversity and uncertainty.


(yes I do know) know why I'm alive
Understanding the purpose and meaning behind one's life, and feeling motivated to pursue that purpose with passion and integrity.


To love and be with you
Expressing a deep and abiding commitment to another person, as well as a strong desire to share in their emotional, spiritual, and physical existence.


Day by day by day by day
Committing to love and devotion on a daily basis, and recognizing the importance of this ongoing affirmation in nurturing a relationship.


Say-aye yaya oh
Using a playful and joyful chant to express a sense of liberation and unity with others.


('be the sound of higher love' today)
Calling upon the power of love to lift us up and transport us to a higher level of consciousness and awareness.


Time, time again, it is said
Recognizing the power and importance of an enduring and universal message that has been repeated across generations, cultures, and beliefs.


We will hear, we will see
Being open and receptive to a profound truth that has the ability to touch and transform us at a deep and meaningful level.


See it all-in his wisdom-hear
Being able to perceive and appreciate the deeper meaning and significance of the truth, through the guidance of a higher power or wisdom.


His truth will abound the land
Experiencing the transformative power and widespread impact of a universal truth that has the potential to lift us all up.


This state of independence shall be
Affirming the value and importance of a state of being that is free from external constraints and limitations, and that nurtures creativity and individual expression.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JON ANDERSON, EVANGHELOS: SEE "VANGELIS" PAPATHANASSIOU

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Comments from YouTube:

@AndrewWrightMrTomcat

This song is pure magic, no need for pictures, music speaks for it's self.

@KRAZEEIZATION

This is how Reggae sounds in outer space! The long vocal phrasing by Jon is mesmerizing. I love this track.

@dequadim

A masterpiece...

@athariell

Loved this song since I was about 8 years old. Best version period !

@1porsche962

I love the the change in the music ... It grow's in mood ... feeling... I just flow so easy with it !

@largheto

I just admire Jon and Vangelis and I love the combination!

@eurositi

Finally the full version of this multi-facetted, new age, world music, funk-inspired work is on YT. I am not wise enough to decipher Anderson's new age(?) lyrics, but I love everything about this orchestration right from Dick Morrissey on the sax to every little detail of Vangelis' synth instrumentation. Jon Anderson's vocals are outstanding on this - by far the best - Jon & Vangelis album. It's no suprise that Quincy Jones 'Americanized' this song after it was released, but this original rocks

@DurhamGooner1

Ouch, I never knew this was the original, never heard of it and I'm a HUGE fan of Jon Anderson! Wonderful.

@Dhalpourie

Anyone who would be so perceptive to consider the genius of Vangelis in the way Quincy did with such transliterated knowing in Donna Summer version of this track is definitely a master craftsman.

@Bruchag

By happenstance got one of those special vinyl pressings of this, nearly 30yrs later it still blasts out perfectly,,,only its my kids have stolen it now..och. Shamelessly upbeat....

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