The title track «Pangea» - the first single from their upcoming album - shows a band who can still write anthems in Norwegian, and that easily can play at both big festival stages and at small village parties.
Kråkesølv’s music is still anchored in two guitars, bass, drums and lyrics written in their own dialect. But this time they have forced themselves to paint with a broader brush. «Pangea» shows a band challenging staid frameworks, and they are moving into landscapes that bands like Dungen and Radiohead have plowed before. But, as always, Kråkesølv land safely on their own Northern Norwegian feet.
The reason why Kråkesølv now are taking a different direction than before, is mainly due to their producer, Lars Horntveth (Jaga Jazzist, Susanne Sundfør). In addition to producing, he has contributed in many ways, with giving good advice, with being a motivator and with playing instruments like piano, mellotron and vibraphone. Throughout the entire recording process, Horntveth has also been offering them fresh coffee and fiery cheers.
Their lyrics have the same melancholy character that has coloured Kråkesølv’s universe since their debut album, and they continue to make connections between interpersonal and universal matters.
Veien til Agra
Kråkesølv Lyrics
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Vi har kjørt oss fast i et stunt som må få en dramatisk utgang
Og kanskje livet går med før vi får se et utfall
Men æ vil ikke vite noe mer
Akkurat nu vil æ kun kjenn varmen din
Og slipp å tenk på andre ting
Som på at vi begge vet kor landet ligg
Med sekka og hjerta som e bunntung
Kasta ting og innbill oss at byrden letta
Huska du at du spilte inn kassetta til mæ med veien til agra på
Akkurat nu vil æ kun kjenn varmen din
Og slipp å tenk på andre ting
Som på at vi begge vet kor landet ligg
Men at vi aldri kan ta oss dit
The lyrics portray a situation where two individuals find themselves stuck in a circular room with two corner cabinets, symbolizing being trapped in a repetitive and stagnant cycle. They have engaged in some kind of risky endeavor that demands a dramatic and potentially dire outcome. The uncertainty of this situation brings forth the realization that their lives may pass them by before they witness any resolution or conclusion. Despite this uncertainty, the singer expresses a desire to remain oblivious to any additional information or knowledge. At this moment, they only seek the warmth and comfort of the other person's presence.
The lyrics then delve into the desire to escape reality and avoid thinking about other matters, such as the knowledge they both possess regarding the location of their "land." Feeling disconnected and strange in their current circumstances, they embark on a journey, carrying their backpacks and heavy hearts. They attempt to throw things away and convince themselves that this burden will lighten. The mention of a cassette tape holds nostalgic significance, as it reminds them of a time when the person in question recorded "Veien til Agra" (The Road to Agra) for the singer.
In the final section of the lyrics, the focus returns to the present moment, expressing the singer's longing to solely feel the warmth of the other person's presence. They implore the other to let go of any thoughts about external matters. Both individuals are aware of where their "land" lies, signifying a place they desire to reach or a metaphor for their shared future goals. However, the lyrics also acknowledge the unfortunate reality that they might never be able to reach that desired destination.
In summary, the lyrics depict a state of being trapped in a repetitious and uncertain situation. The singer seeks solace and comfort in the warmth provided by the presence of their companion. They attempt to escape reality and carry out a journey, hoping to relieve the burden they carry. However, they acknowledge the possibility that they may never reach their desired destination.
Line by Line Meaning
To hjørneskap i et rundt rom
Two corner cabinets in a round room
Vi har kjørt oss fast i et stunt som må få en dramatisk utgang
We have gotten stuck in a stunt that must have a dramatic ending
Og kanskje livet går med før vi får se et utfall
And maybe life will pass before we see an outcome
Men æ vil ikke vite noe mer
But I don't want to know anything more
Akkurat nu vil æ kun kjenn varmen din
Right now, I only want to feel your warmth
Og slipp å tenk på andre ting
And let go of thinking about other things
Som på at vi begge vet kor landet ligg
Like the fact that we both know where the country lies
Vi føl oss rar så vi reis rundt omkring
We feel strange so we travel around
Med sekka og hjerta som e bunntung
With backpacks and hearts that are heavy
Kasta ting og innbill oss at byrden letta
Throwing things and imagining that the burden is lifted
Huska du at du spilte inn kassetta til mæ med veien til agra på
Do you remember that you recorded the cassette for me with the road to Agra on it
Men at vi aldri kan ta oss dit
But that we can never go there
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