Marnie is a classically trained pianist. She studied music at the University of Liverpool where she received a Bachelor of Arts in pop music in 1999. She was influenced by artists such as Kate Bush, Maria Callas, and Joni Mitchell.
In the summer of 1999, the Liverpudlian producers and DJs Daniel Hunt and Reuben Wu met the students Helen Marnie (through various DJ gigs) and Mira Aroyo (through a mutual friend). Sharing similar interests in music, they formed the electronic band Ladytron in the same year. Since then, Marnie is the lead singer of the band, and also plays synthesizers and contributes to songwriting.
Using the stage name of Marnie, she started in 2012 a solo career. On 29 May 2013, Marnie premiered the music video directed by Michael Sherrington for her debut single as solo artist, "The Hunter".
Marnie self-released through PledgeMusic her debut solo album Crystal World on 11 June 2013. The album was produced in 2012 in Reykjavik, Iceland by her band mate Daniel Hunt in collaboration with the Icelandic musician Barði Jóhannsson.
On 9 September 2014, she premiered a new song, "Wolves".
Official sites: www.helenmarnie.com | www.ladytron.com
We Are the Sea
Marnie Lyrics
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life is a sea to me so harvest all you need to make a difference
in the wild we are free, this is all that we're meant to be
leave all your fear behind, it's a hundred times better
I promise you, I promise you
believe with full hearts
origins and new starts
our eyes under the pentangle
begin again, the distance free
leave it all behind, we are the sea
I hear that home is calling
oh, Lord, won't you take me back to sea
nothing can stop us now our eyes glitter pride and joy fever
life is a sea to me so stand and face that it delivers
in the wild we are free, this is all that we're meant to be
leave all your fear behind, it's a thousand times better
I promise you, I promise you
believe with full hearts
origins and new starts
in you there's something magical
our eyes under the pentangle
begin again, the distance free
leave it all behind, we are the sea
believe with full hearts
origins and new starts
in you there's something magical
our eyes under the pentangle
begin again, the distance free
leave it all behind, we are the sea
I hear that home is calling
oh, Lord, won't you take me back to sea
The lyrics of Marnie's song "We Are the Sea" convey a deep sense of freedom and the power that comes with taking control of one's destiny. The constant reference to the "pentangle star" creates an otherworldly atmosphere, as if the singer is encouraging the listener to transcend the ordinary and embrace a higher purpose. The repeated phrase "life is a sea to me" underscores the notion that life is a journey with uncertain outcomes, but it is ultimately up to the individual to steer their course, to "harvest all you need to make a difference" and "stand and face" what life delivers.
The song also emphasizes the freedom that comes with a life lived in the wild, free from the constraints of society and expectation. Fear and hesitation are obstacles that hold people back from truly living, but the singer promises the listener that overcoming these barriers is a thousand times better than succumbing to them. The message of "We Are the Sea" is one of empowerment and the importance of embracing one's own unique path in life.
Line by Line Meaning
under pentangle star our eyes flicker light from the distance
We gaze at the stars under the pentangle and see distant hopes that light us up with optimism.
life is a sea to me so harvest all you need to make a difference
Life is an ocean and we must gather all the resources available to us in order to create a positive change.
in the wild we are free, this is all that we're meant to be
Out in the wilderness, we are unbridled and true to ourselves. This is our natural state and our calling in life.
leave all your fear behind, it's a hundred times better
When we let go of fear, we can experience the world in a much fuller way. It's a transformational experience.
I promise you, I promise you
I am making a solemn vow to you that everything I say is true and sincere.
believe with full hearts
Have complete faith and trust in yourself and in life in general.
origins and new starts
Acknowledge and respect your past, but don't be afraid to start anew and begin a fresh journey.
in you there's something magical
Recognize that within you there is something truly extraordinary and magnificent.
begin again, the distance free
Start all over again without any emotional or mental baggage weighing you down.
leave it all behind, we are the sea
Forget about all your troubles and just be one with the vast, limitless ocean of life.
I hear that home is calling
I am hearing a spiritual voice that is calling me home to a place of peace and serenity.
oh, Lord, won't you take me back to sea
A prayer to the divine guidance of the universe to help lead me back to my true self and my natural state of freedom.
nothing can stop us now our eyes glitter pride and joy fever
We are unstoppable when we are filled with pride and joy, and nothing can stand in our way.
life is a sea to me so stand and face that it delivers
Life can be tumultuous, but we must face its challenges with courage and strength. Life is what it is, and we must embrace all that it delivers to us.
it's a thousand times better
When we let go of fear, the rewards and benefits are exponentially greater than we could have ever imagined.
Contributed by Brody C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Stan Smith
her voice man....HER VOICE !!
Hooda Thunkett
This and Submariner are my two favorite songs. Magic! ❤️
Niloofar Ojani
I just LOVE her music 🎶 ❤
Daniel Tello
Oh That Voice!!! Her Beauty!!! My Favorite Singer Ever,!!!!🎶❤️💞🌹🎵
Chief Chiliad (aka Dog_Bread)
"Believe with full hearts
Origins and new starts
In you there's something magical
Our eyes under the pentangle
Begin again, the distance free
Leave it all behind, we are the sea"
it's just fantastic to start the day with this track
Jason DeLozier
Awesome. Love your voice.
vexolin
my favourite track from whole album :)
TooWheelsTooMany
Awesome sound!!!
Mike
Love this!
Yas S
Great album, all in all.