Tight spandex and technicolor attire showcase a different side. When playing live, both powerful and playful elements of Madaila are present as the five-piece finds the deeper possibilities within their concise recorded material. On stage, spontaneous expression and contagious melody coexist.
Madaila has shared the stage with Mac DeMarco, Delicate Steve, Valerie June, Rubblebucket; and played at festivals such Frendly Gathering, Waking Windows, & Burlington Discover Jazz. Madaila is part of Future Fields, an artist-run musical creation & amplification group based in Burlington, Vermont that includes Maryse Smith, Villanelles, & The Precepts.
The dance
Madaila Lyrics
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Move with the beat, who you shakin' for?
Lost in your eyes as the moon slowly dies
Make way for the sun coming on the rise
Dance in a dream, lift my heart, feel it beat
The stranger you are even though it seems
That I've known you all of this life that we're in
Well, you made an offer, made an offer, can't refuse
You made an offer, made an offer, won't refuse
I can't leave you now, I can't leave
I can't leave you now, I'm in your grasp
I can't leave you now, I can't leave
I can't leave you, it'll be my past
Green in your stare, taste your lips if I dare
Soak in the love, breathe it in the air
Two souls fuse into one faithful night
High in the clouds, soon we're taking flight
Well, you made an offer, made an offer, can't refuse
You made an offer, made an offer, won't refuse
I can't leave you now, I can't leave
I can't leave you now, I'm in your grasp
I can't leave you now, I can't leave
I can't leave you, it'll be my past
I can't leave you now, I can't leave
I can't leave you now
I can't leave you now, I can't
I can't leave you now
I can't leave you now, I can't leave
I can't leave you now, I'm in your grasp
I can't leave you now, I can't leave
I can't leave you, it'll be my past
(I can't leave you now, I can't leave)
You made an offer, made an offer, can't refuse
(I can't leave you now)
You made an offer, made an offer, won't refuse
(I can't leave you now, I can't)
(I can't leave you now)
The song "The Dance" by Madaila is all about the power of attraction and the inability to resist it. The first verse talks about being lost in the moment of dancing and not wanting it to end, feeling the beat and wanting more. The lyrics "Move with the beat, who you shakin' for?" seem to question who the dancer is trying to impress or seduce. The second line "Lost in your eyes as the moon slowly dies" evokes a feeling of intimacy and being connected to someone on a deep level. The line "Make way for the sun coming on the rise" could be interpreted as a metaphor for a new beginning or a new chapter in a relationship.
The chorus talks about being unable to resist the advances of the person they are dancing with. The lyrics "I can't leave you now, I'm in your grasp" and "I can't leave you, it'll be my past" suggest a feeling of being trapped with this person, unable to break free from their hold. The second verse describes the attraction between two people, with the lyrics "Green in your stare, taste your lips if I dare." The line "Two souls fuse into one faithful night" suggests a feeling of unity and a deep connection between the two people.
Line by Line Meaning
Feet grip the floor, all I want is some more
My feet are firmly planted on the ground, and I just want to keep dancing.
Move with the beat, who you shakin' for?
Let the music guide your movements, and dance for yourself, not to impress others.
Lost in your eyes as the moon slowly dies
I am captivated by your gaze as the night comes to an end.
Make way for the sun coming on the rise
The dawn breaks as a new day begins.
Dance in a dream, lift my heart, feel it beat
As we dance together, it's like we're in a dream; my heart beats with joy.
The stranger you are even though it seems
Despite feeling like I've known you forever, in reality, we are strangers.
That I've known you all of this life that we're in
It feels like we've been together in past lives, despite only meeting now.
Tonight, baby, where've you been?
I'm so taken with you that I want to know more about your past and what brought you here tonight.
Well, you made an offer, made an offer, can't refuse
You've given me an irresistible offer or proposition.
You made an offer, made an offer, won't refuse
I can't say no to what you've offered me.
I can't leave you now, I can't leave
I am so entranced by you that I cannot bear to part ways.
I can't leave you now, I'm in your grasp
You have a hold on my heart and my attention.
I can't leave you, it'll be my past
Walking away from you would feel like leaving behind a part of myself.
Green in your stare, taste your lips if I dare
Your intense gaze makes me feel alive; I am tempted to kiss you.
Soak in the love, breathe it in the air
I am surrounded by your love and feel it all around me.
Two souls fuse into one faithful night
Our souls come together in this momentous, unforgettable night.
High in the clouds, soon we're taking flight
We're reaching new heights of ecstasy and will soon soar even higher.
Contributed by Penelope J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.