The band is fronted by songstress Lauren Mann who started playing live in and around Calgary in 2008. Shortly after, she began collaborating with local musicians and formed somewhat of a collective that became affectionately known as “Lauren Mann and the Fairly Odd Folk.”
At the end of 2010, Lauren decided to make her home the open road and began to pursue a full-time music career. She released “Stories From Home,” a collection of songs that had been recorded over the past four years, and booked a 65-day tour across Canada with shows in every province. Since then, Lauren and the collective of “Fairly Odd Folk” that have joined her on her journeys have developed a sound unlike anything else. In less than two years they’ve brought this sound and dynamic live show to audiences in every corner of North America, with over 375 tour dates and over 3400 albums sold.
Having just announced a signing to Wanderer Records, the group, now consisting of Lauren Mann (Lead vocals, piano, ukulele), Jay Christman (drums, guitar), Jessica Christman (bass, additional keys, BGV’s), and Zoltan Szoges (additional keys, percussion, glockenspiel), are excited to release their brand new album “Over Land and Sea” on April 9th 2013. “Over Land and Sea” was produced by Aaron Marsh (Copeland, Person L, Joshua Michael Robinson) in Lakeland, FL and illustrates Lauren’s gift of songwriting with a wide array of instrumentation, beautiful harmonies, and lyrics that tell of whimsical adventures.
Look for Lauren Mann and the Fairly Odd Folk on tour this spring in support of “Over Land and Sea,” and rediscover your love for music.
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“Lauren Mann may be one of the best indie-folk rockers that you’ve never heard of.”
--Moira E. McLaughlin, Washington Post
“Lauren Mann has the type of lyrics in which you can really lose yourself. Alongside joyous, breezy instrumentation, she philosophically explains the value of letting some of our comforts go and opening ourselves to new experiences and whimsical adventures.”
--Cait Lepla, Music Writer, BeatRoute Magazine
“Lauren Mann along with her Fairly Odd Folk are lovely. Lovely to hear and lovely to work with. We enjoyed having them at the 2011 Calgary Folk Music Festival. From what I’ve seen, it looks like she’s at the beginning of a promising career.”
--Kenna Burima, Calgary Folk Music Festival
"Lauren Mann brings a wisdom and reflectiveness to her brand of indie pop that tickles the listeners fancy with beautiful melodies and delightful charm."
--Kat Dornian, Music Director, CSJW 90.9
Weight of the World
Lauren Mann and The Fairly Odd Folk Lyrics
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And you don't know how to let it go
Your broken heart hasn't healed in years
But nothing you say would let it show
Just let it go, oh let it go
Let it go, oh let it go
There's no easy remedy for loneliness
Even though daylight is fading here
There's still time to let it go and breathe again
Just let it go, oh let it go
Let it go, oh let it go
Just let it go, oh let it go
Let it go, oh let it go
Something in your eyes
Suggests you're breaking up inside, inside
Let me take your burdens
Give you rest until you decide, decide
That you've carried on far too long my dear
All alone, now alone no more
Now is the time to carry on from here
To march on and plant your flag where you belong
You belong, oh you belong
You belong, oh you belong
You belong, oh you belong
You belong, oh you belong
The song "Weight of the World" by Lauren Mann and The Fairly Odd Folk talks about the heavy burden of carrying the weight of the world on one's shoulders. The lyrics address someone who is struggling to let go of the weight they have been carrying for years. They are unable to heal from a broken heart, and it seems like they are bottling everything up inside. The song encourages the person to let go of the weight, to breathe, and to seek comfort from those who are willing to share their burdens.
The chorus "Let it go" is a reminder to the person to release the weight and to free themselves from the pain it brings. The song acknowledges that some things cannot be done alone, and that seeking help from others is the key to finding peace. The lyrics also suggest that there is still time, that it is never too late to let go and start anew.
The bridge of the song suggests that the person is breaking up inside, and that someone is willing to take their burdens and give them rest until they decide that they have carried on for too long. The final verse emphasizes the importance of finding where they belong, of marching forward, and of planting their flag.
Overall, "Weight of the World" is a powerful song that speaks to the struggles of carrying emotional baggage on one's own. The song encourages openness, vulnerability, and seeking help as a way to find healing and a sense of belonging.
Line by Line Meaning
You've got the weight of the world my dear
You are carrying the burden of everything on your shoulders, my dear.
And you don't know how to let it go
You are struggling to release this weight from your mind and heart.
Your broken heart hasn't healed in years
Your heart has been shattered for years, and the wounds are still fresh.
But nothing you say would let it show
Even though you try your best to hide your pain, it still shows through your actions.
Some things you can't do alone my dear
There are certain things in life that you can't handle by yourself, my dear.
There's no easy remedy for loneliness
Loneliness is not something that can be easily cured or fixed.
Even though daylight is fading here
Although things may seem bleak and hopeless, there is still a chance for light and hope.
There's still time to let it go and breathe again
It's not too late to release the weight on your mind and heart and start anew.
Something in your eyes
Your eyes show signs of distress and pain.
Suggests you're breaking up inside, inside
It seems like you're slowly falling apart on the inside.
Let me take your burdens
Allow me to share some of your weight and pain.
Give you rest until you decide, decide
I'll provide you with peace and comfort until you're ready to move forward.
That you've carried on far too long my dear
You've held onto this weight for too long, my dear.
All alone, now alone no more
You were once by yourself, but now you have someone to lean on.
Now is the time to carry on from here
It's time to move forward.
To march on and plant your flag where you belong
Take charge and show the world where you belong.
You belong, oh you belong
You have a place where you fit in and belong.
You belong, oh you belong
You have a supporter who believes in you and your future.
You belong, oh you belong
You are worthy of love and acceptance.
You belong, oh you belong
You have a purpose and a place in this world.
Contributed by Amelia E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.