The duo have developed a truly unique sound whose experimental rhythms lend themselves to the fringes of dubstep, wonky and hip hop, but ooze with emotion and echoing ambient soundscapes that take the listener to an entirely different place.
Their EPs, released on Hotflush Recordings, have already been well received, with support from pioneering DJs including Mary Anne Hobbs, Scuba, Rob Booth and Ramadanman
Their debut album Crooks & Lovers was released on Hotflush in July 2010 and was met with critical acclaim.
You Look Certain
Mount Kimbie Lyrics
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Love gone, I've got trouble there, everything
Damning in the corner
Feeling like I don't need anyone
Losing my balance
Making problems out of whatever I see
That you're hooked in on the feeling
Now I can get very twisted
At least don't give in just yet
You're better than I am
I stumble over what's in front of me
I am looking up at
Watching where I talk at people to within
Where I've been it's useless
Even talking about it
I'll talk if I want it
I need you not to turn your back on me
Love gone, I've got trouble there, everything
Love gone, I've got trouble there, everything
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so sure
You look certain, I'm not so
sure
The lyrics of Mount Kimbie & Andrea Balency's song You Look Certain depict a person struggling to deal with the end of a love affair. The repetition of the phrase "Love gone, I've got trouble there, everything" reflects the sense of loss and confusion the person is experiencing. They feel like they're losing their balance and making problems out of anything they see. The repetition enhances the sense of desperation the person is feeling.
In the chorus, the lyrics "You look certain, I'm not so sure" indicate a comparison between the person and their former lover. While the former lover appears sure and confident, the person is still struggling with their emotions and uncertainty about the future. The line "I need you not to turn your back on me" suggests the person is seeking support from their former lover, and is afraid of being abandoned.
The overall message of the song is one of introspection and contemplation. The lyrics express profound emotions about how the end of a relationship can lead to confusion and despair. The repetition of the same lines throughout the song emphasizes the sense of hopelessness and stagnation the person is feeling.
Line by Line Meaning
Love gone, I've got trouble there, everything
Feeling overwhelmed by the loss of love and the resulting problems in all aspects of life
Damning in the corner
Feeling trapped and helpless in a corner
Feeling like I don't need anyone
Experiencing a sense of independence and self-reliance
Losing my balance
Feeling unstable and unsure of oneself
Making problems out of whatever I see
Seeing obstacles in everything and creating issues out of minor things
I know when you gave me something
Acknowledging a past act of generosity by someone
That you're hooked in on the feeling
Realizing that the person who was generous enjoyed the feeling of giving
Now I can get very twisted
Admitting to becoming confused or behaving irrationally
At least don't give in just yet
Asking the other person not to give up on them
You're better than I am
Recognizing the other person's superiority or strengths
I stumble over what's in front of me
Struggling to deal with present challenges or obstacles
I am looking up at
Feeling inferior or subservient
Watching where I talk at people to within
Being cautious about one's interactions with others
Where I've been it's useless
Feeling that dwelling on past experiences is pointless
Even talking about it
Avoiding discussing the past
I'll talk if I want it
Deciding to open up only if they feel like it
I need you not to turn your back on me
Seeking reassurance and support from the other person
You look certain, I'm not so sure
Feeling uncertain about the other person's confidence and conviction
You look certain, I'm not so sure
Doubting the other person's certainty once again
You look certain, I'm not so sure
Continuing to communicate doubt about the other person's confidence
You look certain, I'm not so sure
Repeating the uncertainty and lack of confidence
You look certain, I'm not so sure
Expressing doubt about the other person's conviction
You look certain, I'm not so sure
Continuing to express lack of confidence in the other person
You look certain, I'm not so sure
Reiterating doubts about the other person's certainty
Lyrics © WARP MUSIC LIMITED
Written by: Andrea Balency, Kai Nicholas Campo, Dominic Maker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
th_bernhard
This whole album is insane. Never, had music such an impact on my personality...
Bunny Bloodletter
same
Elliott Thompson
This whole album is sublime
Val P
These lyrics… the vocals.. the everything about this. One of the most mind transporting tunes
dadedraak
Saw them live in Amsterdam last sunday. They were absolutely amazing! At one point (4th song I think) Dom was having problems with his setup, so someone from backstage had to come up and sort things out. At this point Kai started some stand-up comedy to entertain the crowd. I thought it was really dope, though Kai told us he was very ashamed of it happening.
Jorge Okay
I thought this song would b super popular on youtube when i listened to the audio. Im sorry Y tf is it not!? This is awesome!!
jeremy greene
Not many better songs than that in 2017, what a tune
Reniora
This sounds so nostalgic but different at the same time can’t put my finger on it
tnopkcaz
stop stealing comments. people say this shit on everything
3ALYXANDER
My god I want this to be in the next GTA so bad