Ostrander began recording under the name Mondo Cozmo in 2016, and his single "Shine" hit #1 on Billboard's Adult Alternative Songs chart in January 2017.
His debut album "Plastic Soul" was released on August 4th, 2017.
Plastic Soul
Mondo Cozmo Lyrics
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Every time I shape shift into form
I'm standing there right next to you
I keep searching all these dying stars
Just to get a glimpse of you
And all I have to do to drift away
Is close my eyes and think of you
Whenever I think of her
Whenever I think of her
Whenever I think of her
Whenever I think of her
Didn't I see you tearing down the wall back in 1989?
Didn't you feel my hand against your heart
When I told you you were always mine?
The best days of all my lives were spent dreaming of the afterlife
The best days of all my lives were spent dreaming of the afterlife
The best days of all my lives were spent dreaming of the afterlife
Whenever I think of her
Whenever I think of her
Whenever I think of her
Whenever I think of her
Whenever I think of her
The lyrics to Mondo Cozmo's song Plastic Soul are haunting and evocative, yet somewhat elusive in their meaning. The repeated phrase "Whenever I think of her" could refer to a lost love, a long-lost friend, or even a deceased family member. The first verse suggests a connection to a past life or the idea of reincarnation, with references to fighting in a war in 1942 and shape shifting into different forms. The line "I keep searching all these dying stars just to get a glimpse of you" could suggest a search for this person across different times and dimensions. The idea of drifting away by thinking of this person is almost dream-like and implies a deep emotional connection.
The second verse introduces a new set of imagery, with references to tearing down the wall in 1989, possibly alluding to the fall of the Berlin Wall. The line "Didn't you feel my hand against your heart when I told you you were always mine?" could suggest a romantic relationship or perhaps a close bond between friends. The repetition of the line "The best days of all my lives were spent dreaming of the afterlife" could suggest a longing for something beyond this world, perhaps for the reunion with the person the song is directed towards.
Overall, the lyrics to Plastic Soul are rich with references and imagery that leave the listener with many possible interpretations. The theme of searching for a lost love or friend through different times and dimensions is a common one in science fiction and fantasy, but the haunting melody and the raw emotion in Mondo Cozmo's voice give the song a unique power and resonance.
Line by Line Meaning
Didn't I see you fighting in the war back in 1942?
Have I not seen you in the past fighting in the war of 1942?
Every time I shape shift into form
Whenever I transform myself into another form
I'm standing there right next to you
I am positioned beside you in that new form
I keep searching all these dying stars
I persistently explore these fading celestial objects
Just to get a glimpse of you
All with the hope of catching a quick look at you
And all I have to do to drift away
To transport myself elsewhere, all I need to do is
Is close my eyes and think of you
Close my eyes and hold an image of you in my thoughts
Whenever I think of her
Every time I contemplate about her
Didn't I see you tearing down the wall back in 1989?
Did I not witness you demolishing a barrier in 1989?
Didn't you feel my hand against your heart
Were you not aware of my hand touching your heart
When I told you you were always mine?
As I spoke telling you that you had always been mine?
The best days of all my lives were spent dreaming of the afterlife
The high point of all my existences were spent imagining the afterlife
The best days of all my lives were spent dreaming of the afterlife
The most exceptional moments from all my lifetimes were dedicated to fantasizing about the afterlife
The best days of all my lives were spent dreaming of the afterlife
The greatest times in my entire immortal existence were spent dreaming of the afterlife
Whenever I think of her
Whenever I think of her
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Aria Fern Pullman, Bert Russell, Jerry Ragovoy, Joshua Keith Ostrander
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Rockajake
I usually don’t cry over much, but this song hit me in a way that I never thought anything ever could. This song is so beautiful and makes me remember to never take anything for granted. Thank you
Johnny Vicars
Cry everytime I watch
Sunny Layne
Same here❣️
Evilushka
I will never understand why this doesn’t have a million more likes and a billion views. This is so beautiful. Even if I am a blubbering mess who looks anything but after watching it. ❤️
Jack Lahart
One of those songs I'm surprised doesnt have more views. What a great song!
Brian Wagner
This is a very powerful statement. I teared up a bit, makes this song a constant reminder for me to love.
Re Piano
This song is definitely my new obsession of the week. I just can't play it enough and I love the sweet video. I hope everybody can donate what you can afford to the best friends shelter.
HorrorCuore
This video makes me love this song even more.
Jordan Garrity
Great video man, my girlfriend and I adopted our first dog together from a shelter in Illinois a year ago. One of the best decisions we've ever done.
Eric Copple
God bless you and all the animals! Your songs are so beautiful they make me cry...