While continuing to front his seven-piece band Farrow, Lanks is a mature new side project that has allowed him to play freely with traditional folk storytelling in the modern framework of electronic music; taking parts from Radiohead’s intricate grooves, Bon Iver’s vocal layering and Jamie XX’s famed dead space.
His debut EP is a collection of songs that rises and falls in pictures and words, a project that combines cinematic soundscapes with electronic beats and evocative vocal narratives.
Although Lanks is a solo venture, with the 24-year-old writing, performing and recording the EP using synthesizers, guitars, samples and flutes over an intensive three month period, the live sets expand to include three other band members.
Lanks debut EP is available digitally on Bandcamp and iTunes.
Phoenix Friends
Lanks Lyrics
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Your thoughts are falling down on the ground
There's a reason we connected suddenly
I hear your voice now, I hear your voice now
Down the stream it's currently
Pulling me out deep in the rapids
Our paths are built upon this honesty
There is something I forget
That all I've left remains in my head
I see the choices in front of me
Your thoughts are falling down on the ground
There's a reason we connected suddenly
I hear your voice now, I hear your voice now
Down the stream it's currently
Pulling me out deep in the rapids
Our paths are built upon this honesty
I hear your voice now, I hear your voice now
There is something I forget
That all I've left remains in my head
There is something I forget
That all I've left remains in my head
There is something I forget
That all I've left remains in my head
There is something I forget
That all I've left remains in my head
There is something I forget
That all I've left remains in my head
There is something I forget
That all I've left remains in my head
There is something I forget
The lyrics of Lanks's song "Phoenix Friends" convey a sense of introspection and reflection on the choices made and the connections formed in relationships. The opening lines, "I see the choices in front of me / Your thoughts are falling down on the ground," suggest that the singer is faced with decisions and is aware of the weight of someone's thoughts or opinions.
The phrase "There's a reason we connected suddenly" indicates that there was a significant and immediate bond or attraction between the singer and someone else. The repetition of "I hear your voice now" emphasizes the importance of this connection and suggests that communication and understanding are key factors in their relationship.
The lines "Down the stream it's currently / Pulling me out deep in the rapids" use metaphorical language to describe the strong current or pull that the singer feels in this relationship. It may imply that despite the challenges or difficulties, they are deeply involved and committed to staying true to each other.
The repeated phrase "There is something I forget / That all I've left remains in my head" suggests that the singer is grappling with thoughts or memories of what they have left behind. It could refer to past experiences, mistakes, or regrets that continue to linger in their mind despite moving forward.
Overall, "Phoenix Friends" explores the complexities of relationships, the weight of choices, and the impact of connections on an individual's thoughts and emotions. The lyrics invite reflection on the past and the lingering effects it has on the present, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and understanding in navigating relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
I see the choices in front of me
I am aware of the options and decisions that I have to make
Your thoughts are falling down on the ground
Your ideas and opinions are being disregarded or overlooked
There's a reason we connected suddenly
There is a meaningful explanation for our sudden connection or bond
I hear your voice now, I hear your voice now
I am listening attentively to what you have to say
Down the stream it's currently
The current of life is carrying us forward
Pulling me out deep in the rapids
Taking me through challenging and turbulent situations
Our paths are built upon this honesty
Our relationship is founded on trust and sincerity
There is something I forget
I am failing to remember something important
That all I've left remains in my head
The memories and remnants of my past still occupy my thoughts
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: A Eremin, W Cuming
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