Jordanian-born Dana Salah began singing, writing, producing and DJing shortly after moving to the United States to enroll in Duke University. After graduation, she moved to New York City to pursue a full-time career in music – focusing less on DJing and production to develop her own artistry and, in 2013, invented the "King Deco" persona and her "Decosphere" aesthetic. The first song she released as King Deco was "One" featuring production from Warner/Chappell producer Felix Snow.
She is currently working on her first two EPs, entitled Tigris and Euphrates, which will feature songwriting and production from Kinetics & One Love, Felix Snow and Adam Pallin of the NYC group ASTR.
Also, she was recently featured on MTV's buzzworthy 5 Must-Hear Pop Songs of the Week along with Shakira and others. "The opening track is also the most revelatory, as the songstress tells the tale of leaving her homeland to pursue her dreams stateside and sending her fears down below the sea."
Ocean
King Deco Lyrics
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Wash away, wash away
Wash them away down
Paid my dues, went through the motions
Wash away, wash away
Wash them away down
And I pray my compass stays open
Lead the way, lead the way
And I'm sending my fears into the ocean
Wash away, wash away
Wash them away down
I'm gone now
My first class was one way
Like someday I'd come home again
We don't get along now
Everyone from home said come home
But I promised that I won't follow them
Exhale away what you breathe in me
I was a planet away from where I needed to be
Send my fears into the ocean
Wash away, wash away
Wash them away down
Paid my dues, went through the motions
Wash away, wash away
Wash them away down
And I pray my compass stays open
Lead the way, lead the way
Lead the way now
And I'm sending my fears into the ocean
Wash away, wash away
Wash them away down
I'm gone now
Like tigers, tigers
They chain me but they don't understand
Am I really wrong now?
My family condemns me
But it's empty in that city of sand
Exhale away what you breathe in me
I was a planet away from where I needed to be
Send my fears into the ocean
Wash away, wash away
Wash them away down
Paid my dues, went through the motions
Wash away, wash away
Wash them away down
And I pray my compass stays open
Lead the way, lead the way
Lead the way now
And I'm sending my fears into the ocean
Wash away, wash away
Wash them away down
Send my fears into the ocean
Wash away, wash away
Wash them away down
Paid my dues, went through the motions
Wash away, wash away
Wash them away down
And I pray my compass stays open
Lead the way, lead the way
Lead the way now
And I'm sending my fears into the ocean
Wash away, wash away
Wash them away down
The song "Ocean" by King Deco is about letting go of fears and finding direction in life. The lyrics refer to sending fears into the ocean, symbolizing releasing them and washing them away. The singer talks about going through the motions and paying her dues, indicating that she has worked hard and accomplished a lot, but still has fears that she needs to let go of. She prays that her compass stays open, meaning that she hopes she will continue to receive guidance and direction in her life.
The second verse of the song talks about the singer being far away from where she needs to be, exiled from her home and feeling like she doesn't belong. She compares herself to a tiger that is chained and misunderstood by those around her. She feels condemned by her family and unfulfilled in the city where she lives.
Overall, "Ocean" is a song about finding oneself and letting go of fears and doubts in pursuit of a more fulfilling life.
Line by Line Meaning
Send my fears into the ocean
I want to let go of my fears and release them into the vastness of the ocean.
Wash away, wash away
I want to wash away all negative thoughts and emotions from my mind.
Wash them away down
I want these negative feelings to be removed completely.
Paid my dues, went through the motions
I have put in the work and went through the process to get to where I am now.
And I pray my compass stays open
I hope to always have a clear sense of direction and purpose.
Lead the way, lead the way
I am looking for guidance and direction in my life.
Lead the way now
I need guidance and I need it now.
And I'm sending my fears into the ocean
I am actively trying to let go of my fears and anxieties.
My first class was one way
I left with the intention of never going back.
Like someday I'd come home again
I thought I would eventually return home someday, though I now have doubts.
We don't get along now
I have grown apart from those I used to be close with.
Everyone from home said come home
My loved ones are urging me to return to where I came from.
But I promised that I won't follow them
I made a promise to myself to continue on the path I chose for myself.
Exhale away what you breathe in me
I want to remove the negative influence someone had on me.
I was a planet away from where I needed to be
I was far from where I needed to be in order to be happy and fulfilled.
Like tigers, tigers
I feel trapped, like a wild animal in a cage.
They chain me but they don't understand
Others are holding me back, but they don't understand my desires and goals.
Am I really wrong now?
I am questioning whether or not I made the right choices and decisions.
My family condemns me
My family disapproves of what I am doing and the risks I am taking.
But it's empty in that city of sand
Even though others may not understand, I know that I am not fulfilled where I came from.
Contributed by Carson D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Laura Mcmullin
This song should really have more views! How can this only have 1200 views?! Amazing, I jam to this all day! I can't wait to see more! : D
Revo Studio's
Can I make this music video
KaleiKitesWrites
Beautiful! I love the lyrics and beat a lot! Just perfect! This needs way more views.
Revo Studio's
May I make its video
Jasper Belle
Amazing, simply amazing, I can't wait to see more!
Abu- Sufyan
This is so under-rated it's sooo good! X
Abu- Sufyan
This is so under-rated it's sooo good! X
G Y
why a great angel like you being ignored like that? Your voice brings me the heaven, love you so much and I totally sure that once you will be wellknown, well done sis
Danny
Amazing song🔱
SULIMAN Ali
Keep growing and growing you will be Star ⭐️ soon 🔜