1) Mammals is Aust… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists with this name, including:
1) Mammals is Australian singer-songwriter Guy Brown;
2) Mammals is a recording alias of progressive house duo Bernd Johnen and Veit Ostkamp who also record as Lesson in Love.
3) A math rock band from Beijing.
1) Mammals is the folk project by Sydney-born singer-songwriter Guy Brown. His recognizably soft vocals combine with his love of subtle instrumentation, generating a warm and ambient folk vibe. Suffering from depression and anxiety many sleepless nights have been accompanied by Bon Iver and Jeff Buckley - influences present through out ‘Mammals’ flowing nature.
2) Mammals is a recording alias of progressive house duo Bernd Johnen and Veit Ostkamp who also record as Lesson in Love.
Ghosts
Mammals Lyrics
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So picturesque but still the eye lids stop the brain
And the Ghost won't only take your side
Who'll be the one to follow too?
In the under where the answers all subside
You'll find a gaze to follow you
You'll find a gaze to follow you
If numbers were the firsts who's the last?
Forgive me for counting when the Sun explodes
So picturesque but still the snake will take its guard
And the Ghost won't only take your side
Who'll be the one to follow too?
In the under where the answers all subside
You'll find a gaze to follow you
I'll never be like you (oh)
No I'll never be like you (oh)
Now i'll never be like you (oh)
Now i'll never be like you (oh)
The lyrics to Mammals's song Ghosts conjure up a haunting and surreal landscape where the line between reality and illusion is blurred. The very first line of the song sets the tone for what is to come, with the image of a silhouette calling out in vain. The beauty of the scene is almost tangible, but something about it is also unsettling, as it's revealed that the brain is unable to process what it's seeing. This is a perfect example of the dichotomy that runs throughout the song, where things that appear beautiful and perfect are also hiding something darker beneath the surface.
The lyric 'And the Ghost won't only take your side' suggests that there is something sinister at work here, and that the ghostly figure is not to be trusted. The lyrics evoke a sense of paranoia and confusion, the feeling that you can't trust what you see, that someone or something is watching you, following you. This is particularly apparent in the line 'In the under where the answers all subside', which suggests that beneath the surface of things lies something hidden and malevolent.
The final repetition of the phrase 'Now I'll never be like you' is particularly poignant, as it suggests a shift in perspective, a realization that the singer can never fully understand or be like those around him. It's a haunting and melancholy final note to end the song on, leaving the listener with a sense of unease and introspection.
Line by Line Meaning
A silhouette that is calling out in vein
An image of a person or thing that is crying out for help but not receiving any response
So picturesque but still the eye lids stop the brain
The image is beautiful, but the person is too tired or overwhelmed to appreciate it.
And the Ghost won't only take your side
The ghost / the past will not always support or agree with you.
Who'll be the one to follow too?
Who will be affected or influenced by your actions or decisions?
In the under where the answers all subside
In the hidden depths or subconscious part of your mind where the solution or answer is hidden.
You'll find a gaze to follow you
You will discover a new perspective or focus to guide you in the right direction.
If numbers were the firsts who's the last?
If everything were reduced to ranking by quantity, who would come out on top?
Forgive me for counting when the Sun explodes
I apologize for focusing on the meaningless details when there are bigger issues to address.
So picturesque but still the snake will take its guard
Despite the beauty of the situation, there are hidden dangers lurking that must be prepared for.
I'll never be like you (oh)
I will not submit to the norms or expectations set by others.
No I'll never be like you (oh)
I refuse to conform or imitate someone else's lifestyle or values.
Now i'll never be like you (oh)
From now on, I will forge my own path and make my own decisions.
Now i'll never be like you (oh)
I will not be swayed or influenced by the opinions or actions of others.
Contributed by Lillian K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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