Nonetheless, Kwabs never had any notion of seriously pursuing music as a career until his unadorned YouTube cover of Corinne Bailey Rae's "Like a Star" became a massive viral hit, racking up 100,000 views. He was approached with a management contract, and decided to take music farther. He released a few original songs on YouTube, leading to his being hotly tipped by MTV and BBC radio and securing a deal with Atlantic. On his 2014 debut EP, Wrong or Right, he collaborated with London-born, Vienna-based producer Sohn. The melancholy songs on the EP set his smooth, powerful baritone voice to a minimalist, synthesized backing somewhat reminiscent of the Human League. The style was dubbed "Synth&B," and the collaboration drew comparisons to that between Seal and Adamski back in the '90s. A second EP, Pray for Love, and a more upbeat single, "Walk," followed. Kwabs also worked with Plan B and Dave Okumu on his debut album, which was expected to be released in 2015. ~ John D. Buchanan, Rovi
Spirit Fade
Kwabs Lyrics
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And all we???ll breathe is hopeful song
Raise a hand to feel for rain
The walls are fallen and weather's changed
Blessed figures all set in stone
Gone to hide in shade
All the mountains we rush to climb
Maybe I'm afraid
To see
Maybe I'm afraid
To go free
The darker shadows did find me weak
I called to the heavens to find my peace
Rage and Hunger, I ran the night
Til love and wonder made something right
Soaring dreams that left their hands
I have seen them fall
Worldly fathers I longed to reach
I can hear them call
Maybe I'm afraid
To see
Maybe I'm afraid
To go free
Lift your head now, the storm is gone
And all we???ll breathe is hopeful song
Raise a hand to feel for rain
The walls are fallen and weather's changed
Blessed figures all set in stone
Gone to hide in shade
All the mountains we rush to climb
I have seen them fade
As we walk through life
We look up
We look up
As we walk through life
We look up
We look up
The song "Spirit Fade" by Kwabs is a poignant ballad urging listeners to find hope and freedom after enduring tough personal struggles. The lyrics allude to a variety of tribulations that the singer has faced, and emphasizes the theme that even though life may present challenges, there is always a way out. It begins with a message of encouragement, as the storm (representing personal turmoil) has passed, and the singer suggests that it is time to breathe in positivity and embrace new opportunities. He then acknowledges the monumental task of overcoming obstacles, described as "mountains to climb," and the frustration of seeing some efforts fade away.
The verses also touch on the individual's fear of the unknown and the cost of reaching for greatness. There's the suggestion that the singer may be afraid of change or of the consequences that come with aspiring for something better. But there is a sense that he is learning to overcome these fears and advocating for others to do the same, to cast off doubts or fear to embrace possibilities.
In the chorus, the singer repeats a simple call to action, to "lift your head," and to look up instead of down in order to spot opportunities for growth and redemption. The overall message of the song is a call to embrace the hope that the future can hold, to not be held captive by one's past, experiences, circumstances or self-doubts, and to find the courage to keep looking forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Lift your head now, the storm is gone
Encourage yourself, the difficult times have passed
And all we'll breathe is hopeful song
We will only inhale positivity and optimism from now on
Raise a hand to feel for rain
Check if it is still raining, if it is still troubling you
The walls are fallen and weather's changed
Those internal barriers are broken down and life has improved
Blessed figures all set in stone
Saintly characters immortally preserved
Gone to hide in shade
Who disappeared from the light, now hides
All the mountains we rush to climb
Our lofty ambitions that we hasten towards
I have seen them fade
What I once thought I'd achieve diminishes
Maybe I'm afraid
Perhaps anxiety is holding me back
To see
The reality in front of me is too daunting
Maybe I'm afraid
Possibly I'm scared
To go free
To be released and abandon past
The darker shadows did find me weak
The quicksand of my negative thoughts found my weak spots
I called to the heavens to find my peace
I pleaded for peace from above
Rage and Hunger, I ran the night
Anger and longing kept me moving, I didn't sleep
Til love and wonder made something right
Until I found love, joy or fascination that made me feel right
Soaring dreams that left their hands
Their hands held high aspirations
I have seen them fall
I've seen them shatter
Worldly fathers I longed to reach
The parental figures whom I wanted to please
I can hear them call
I can hear their whispers
As we walk through life
While we proceed through life
We look up
We gaze upwards
We look up
We gaze upwards
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KWABENA ADJEPONG
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@meomahloko6397
Lift your head now, the storm is gone
And all we???ll breathe is hopeful song
Raise a hand to feel for rain
The walls are fallen and weather's changed
Blessed figures all set in stone
Gone to hide in shade
All the mountains we rush to climb
I have seen them fade
Maybe I'm afraid
To see
Maybe I'm afraid
To go free
The darker shadows did find me weak
I called to the heavens to find my peace
Rage and Hunger, I ran the night
Til love and wonder made something right
Soaring dreams that left their hands
I have seen them fall
Worldly fathers I longed to reach
I can hear them call
Maybe I'm afraid
To see
Maybe I'm afraid
To go free
Lift your head now, the storm is gone
And all we???ll breathe is hopeful song
Raise a hand to feel for rain
The walls are fallen and weather's changed
Blessed figures all set in stone
Gone to hide in shade
All the mountains we rush to climb
I have seen them fade
As we walk through life
We look up
We look up
As we walk through life
We look up
We look up
@nomajolandawo7486
This man's authenticity needs to be protected. His voice is everything soothing.
@Mayflower357
This song is so transcendental that I've listened to it at least 10 times and I am still not able to emotionally process it. Wow...Kwab's voice, the music, and the lyrics to this song touches me in places that I didn't even know existed...beautiful, just beautiful. <3
@ShayLikeButter
This man's talent is amazing.
@SaraMicic
amazing really
@gennylee6048
I know
@siyabongazulu6076
jacobs banks does it great aswell
@dancedeern
so glad to have found this man! - MIND BLOWING!
@FrankMalaba
WOW... I can't breathe or think.
@BrianArthurSolomonUE
Beautifully haunting!
@emberash1943
This song has me weeping...
We need to rise above this madness of systemic inequality & racism post haste..
Blessed are the many souls we've lost to this continued battle, for you will never be forgotten as you've unknowingly inspired the long awaited change to this world for the betterment of our society.. Blessed Be You All for your untimely sacrifices. May God grant you peace as we will bring you justice... ☮️