Vocalist and songwriter Nicola Hitchcock and Saul Freeman Ex-Thieves joined forces in the mid-nineties to form Mandalay, signed to V2 records and released three albums. Mandalay's debut album "Empathy" release in 1998. In 2000, Mandalay release their second album "Instinct". In 2001, "Solace" a two disc album released exclusively in the US. Disc one of the album Solace included a mix of tracks from the albums Empathy and Instinct and disc two remix tracks with contributions from several artists including Nitin Sawhney, Wagon Christ, Futureshock, Alex Reece, Calderone and Charlie May.
Incorporating guest musicians Jon Hassell and Steve Jansen (Japan), Freeman's intimate, pristine production and Hitchcock's heartbreaking vocal performances earned the duo props throughout the latter part of the decade in their native U.K., specifically with the albums Empathy and Instinct.
Simple Things
Mandalay Lyrics
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I'm trying to make this my best and finding it makes no sense
I'm trying to live with this incredible
And bleak sky incredible undertow
I'm trying to make this my endeavor to hold on to the time
My heart is on the line you'll find the simple things the time
Reveals will heal your mind in simple things the time reveals you will be mine
Remember the truth will out remember the truth will find you
Remember the truth will out remember the lies you fed us incredible
Oversight incredible time to tell I'm trying to live with this endeavor to
Get through all of this my heart is on the line, it's close now it's
Near at hand
In the song "Simple Things" by Mandalay, the singer seems to be reflecting on their attempts to make sense of their situation and make the best of it. They are facing an "incredible undertow," which could be interpreted as a kind of force pulling them down or holding them back. Despite this difficulty, the singer emphasizes their determination to hold on to the good moments and make the most of their time. They suggest that this focus on simple pleasures can help to heal the mind and reveal the truth.
The repeated refrain of "remember the truth will out" suggests that the singer has experienced some kind of deception or betrayal, and is now seeking to uncover what is real and trustworthy. They are aware that there were "lies" fed to them in the past, but they seem hopeful that they can move beyond this deceit and find genuine connection and love. The final lines of the song suggest that the singer is nearing a kind of resolution or understanding - their heart is "close now" and they are prepared to face whatever comes their way.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm trying to think this through
I am attempting to thoroughly consider everything involved in this situation.
I'm trying to make this my best and finding it makes no sense
I am striving to give my best effort, but failing to comprehend the sense in it.
I'm trying to live with this incredible
I am endeavoring to cope with an extraordinary difficulty
And bleak sky incredible undertow
A dark cloud covers everything, causing a forceful undercurrent.
I'm trying to make this my endeavor to hold on to the time
I am making it my purpose to preserve the moments.
My heart is on the line you'll find the simple things the time reveals will heal your mind
My heart is at stake, and you will see that small details that time uncovers can bring comfort to your mind.
In simple things the time reveals you will be mine
The unassuming things that time shows will allow us to be together.
Remember the truth will out remember the truth will find you
Do not forget that the truth will prevail and will eventually come to light.
Remember the truth will out remember the lies you fed us incredible
Never forget that the truth will ultimately be revealed, even though you told us lies that were unbelievable.
Oversight incredible time to tell I'm trying to live with this endeavor to
It is a spectacular mistake that it is now time to reveal. I am trying to manage this task.
Get through all of this my heart is on the line, it's close now it's near at hand
I am trying to survive through all of this, and it is all or nothing. It's almost there, it's soon upon us.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Nicola Hitchcock, Saul Freeman
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Marcus Cruz
Simple Things, que batida étnica animal
dimoteau
absolutely great !!