With two completely different backgrounds in music, Claudine and Chook may have been an unlikely duo to collaborate at first glance. He used his teenage DJ-ing experience to make a name for himself not only as a turntable artist, but also as a drum&bass producer; she was inspired by the likes of Tom Waits, Van Morrison and Joni Mitchell and became a singer-songwriter, touring with a folk-rock band. He can spend hours in the studio tweaking a sound until it is just the one he’s been looking for, building up a tune that speaks for itself and is in no need of words; she loves acoustic instruments, the touch of fingers on strings or wood.
Yet, after having built successful careers in their respective fields, they were eager to take on a new musical challenge and search for common ground. The result of this collaboration is Monophona, a blend of two extremes, electronic and intimate, melodic and innovative.
On stage, the line-up is completed by percussionist Jorsch, equally at home in both musical worlds. He adds detail and dynamics to their live-set.
Since their first gig in the summer of 2011, they have opened for acts such as Rodrigo y Gabriela, Elektro Guzzi and Nostalgia77.
Their first single "Give up" is released in September 2012. The debut album called "The Spy" will be out in November.
http://www.monophona.com/
Shades Of Grey
Monophona Lyrics
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So it won't break my own skin
Let my mind think somebody else's thoughts
So I don't have to think my own
I keep asking and asking myself the same questions
Waiting to see if the same answers still apply
And if it's painful it's painful I will not learn my lesson
And if it's painful it's painful I will not learn my lesson
It's gonna be just as painful the next time
I keep asking and asking myself the same questions
Waiting to see whether the same answers still apply
Let my heart beat in somebody else’s chest
So it won’t break my own skin
Let my mind think somebody else’s thoughts
So I don't have to think my own
And the c...a...l...amity is I can't do the right thing
It's all shades of, shades of grey
The lyrics to Monophona's "Shades of Grey" showcase a feeling of exhaustion and defeat in a continuous cycle of asking oneself the same questions, waiting for answers, and experiencing the same painful outcomes. The singer desires a break from their own heart and mind, wishing they could exist in someone else's body and thoughts to avoid the hardship of their own internal struggle. However, the chorus introduces a twist to this desire, which is that even with a change in perspective, there is still confusion and uncertainty -- there is no clear "right thing" to do. The repetition of the lines "Let my heart beat in somebody else's chest" and "Let my mind think somebody else's thoughts" emphasize the longing for escape and relief from one's own burdens.
The song's title "Shades of Grey" suggests a lack of clarity and ambivalence, which is reflected in the lyrics. The use of the word "calamity" adds a sense of urgency and desperation to the singer's situation, as they struggle to find some sense of stability or resolution. The repetition of the lines "If it's painful, it's painful, I will not learn my lesson" expresses a sense of resignation or acceptance of the pain, as the singer realizes they may be stuck in this cycle for some time to come. The song ends on a haunting note with the phrase "shades of, shades of grey," encapsulating the feeling of uncertainty that permeates the entire track.
Line by Line Meaning
Let my heart beat in somebody else's chest
I wish I could forget my problems and let someone else face them instead of me.
So it won't break my own skin
If my heart beats outside my chest, it won't be vulnerable to hurt anymore.
Let my mind think somebody else's thoughts
I feel overwhelmed with negative thoughts and wish I could borrow someone else's mind to clear my head.
So I don't have to think my own
Sometimes, it's hard to separate reality from illusions in my troubled thoughts, so I wish I could just ignore them.
I keep asking and asking myself the same questions
I am trapped in a cycle of doubts and confusions that seem to never end.
Waiting to see if the same answers still apply
I keep questioning my motives and conclusions, hoping to find some closure or relief.
And if it's painful it's painful I will not learn my lesson
Even if I experience the same problem over and over again, I cannot find the strength to face it and overcome it.
It's gonna be just as painful the next time
I am stuck in a self-destructive pattern of behavior, unable to improve or progress in my personal growth.
And the c...a...l...amity is I can't do the right thing
I am aware of my flaws and weaknesses, yet I feel powerless to change them, and this leads to a sense of despair and helplessness.
It's all shades of, shades of grey
My life feels like a bleak and dreary landscape, with no hope or light to guide me, just an endless sea of grey.
Contributed by Carter E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tom Andersson
Awesome track, just found your music on Spotify and having a blast listening to it.
Guess it is kinda slim odds that anyone reads this but if you do hope you have a nice week.
mademoiselle fatale
wow, they're coming to a festival that I'm going to, so I searched them up and I really like it (:
Alex Alex
I like your music! Thanks
Independent Media Establishment
Very Nice Music :)
galleur
good work!
Oliver o'neal
very cool!!
Trefox
Saw you at Sziget, it was beautifull!
Monophona
we'll be at Sziget on friday the 9th aug 2013 ;)
robert bastien
wowwwww
Marty Thonon
ROCK A FIELD MODAFUKAAAAAAAA :D