Mysie is signed to Frasier Smith's label, 70Hz, and together they set out to make the music you hear now: considered, intimate indie soul. The subsequent sessions produced the project Mysie feels captures the spirit and soul of what she’s long desired to make: Undertones.
Mysie’s attitude is to embrace love, live within it, and make art from it, no matter what the cost.
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Mysie Lyrics
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Waiting in the carbon light
This pictures turned from white to grey
Days and nights all feel the same, the same
I was waiting patiently
Looking for another sign
Crashing of a thousand seas doesn’t help my piece of mind, mind
Been questioning love, lately
We’re turning to dust, lately
I don’t want
I don’t want
I don’t want to fade, please
Shattered mirrors on the floor
Getting harder to ignore
Memories drowned under the tide
Anger deep inside your eyes, eyes
I was waiting patiently
Looking for another sign
Crashing of a thousand seas doesn’t help my peace of mind, mind
Been questioning love, lately
We’re starting to rust, lately
I don’t want
I don’t want
I don’t want to fade, please
In the first verse, the lyrics describe a sense of being stuck or trapped, symbolized by being on the starting line. The reference to "carbon light" suggests a stark and cold environment in which the singer finds themselves. The picture that once held promise and possibility has lost its vibrancy, fading into a dull gray. Time seems to blur together, with days and nights feeling indistinguishable.
The second verse reveals the singer's inner turmoil and longing for a change. They have been patiently waiting for something to give them a sign or direction in life. However, even the crashing of a thousand seas, a metaphor for powerful and overwhelming forces, does not bring them the peace of mind they desire. This may suggest that external events or distractions are failing to provide the clarity or solace the singer seeks.
The chorus expresses the singer's resistance to fading away. They don't want to be forgotten, ignored, or marginalized. The repetition of "I don't want" reinforces their strong conviction to resist fading into the background. This could reflect a desire for individuality, recognition, or maintaining a meaningful presence in the world.
The third verse continues with a metaphor of shattered mirrors on the floor, symbolizing broken reflection and a sense of disarray. The singer can no longer ignore the memories that are being drowned under the tide of difficulties or hardships. The anger deep inside someone's eyes suggests a strained or troubled relationship, where emotions may be repressed or unexpressed.
Like in the previous verse, the second pre-chorus emphasizes the singer's patience in waiting for a sign or resolution. Despite their efforts to navigate through the challenges, the crashing of a thousand seas still doesn't provide the peace of mind they need.
The bridge repeats the idea of questioning love, possibly hinting at the singer's doubts or uncertainties surrounding romantic relationships. The line "starting to rust" could be a metaphor for a deterioration in their emotional connection or a loss of passion.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of frustration and longing for change. The singer feels trapped in a monotonous and colorless existence, and they crave a sign or resolution to bring them peace of mind. They are determined to resist fading away and want their presence to be acknowledged and preserved. The song touches on themes of emotional turmoil, the search for meaning, and the desire for genuine connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Trapped here on the starting line
Feeling stuck and unable to move forward in life
Waiting in the carbon light
Waiting in a dull and monotonous environment
This pictures turned from white to grey
The vibrant and hopeful moments have lost their luster and become dull
Days and nights all feel the same, the same
Life has become repetitive and lacking excitement
I was waiting patiently
Having hope and waiting for something to change
Looking for another sign
Seeking a sign or indication of a new direction or opportunity
Crashing of a thousand seas doesn’t help my piece of mind, mind
The chaos and turmoil in the world doesn't bring any peace to my mind
Been questioning love, lately
Recently doubting and reflecting on the nature of love
We’re turning to dust, lately
Feeling forgotten and overlooked, losing vitality
I don’t want
Expressing a strong desire to avoid
I don’t want
Expressing a strong desire to avoid
I don’t want to fade, please
I don't want to lose my significance and disappear, requesting to be preserved
Shattered mirrors on the floor
Broken reflections of oneself scattered on the ground
Getting harder to ignore
Becoming increasingly difficult to overlook and disregard
Memories drowned under the tide
Past memories overwhelmed and lost amidst the flow of time
Anger deep inside your eyes, eyes
Detecting anger and frustration deeply embedded in someone's gaze
I was waiting patiently
Holding onto hope and waiting with patience
Looking for another sign
Searching for any indication or guidance
Crashing of a thousand seas doesn’t help my peace of mind, mind
The chaos and turbulence of the world fails to bring tranquility to my thoughts
Been questioning love, lately
Recently examining and doubting the nature of love
We’re starting to rust, lately
Losing vitality and starting to decay
I don’t want
Strongly expressing the desire to avoid
I don’t want
Strongly expressing the desire to avoid
I don’t want to fade, please
I don't want to lose my significance and disappear, requesting to be preserved
Lyrics © PFIVE Entertainment Mexico, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AMIE LOUISE PENDARVES, ELIZABETH MARJORIE FLORENCE SEMPA, FRASER LANCE THORNEYCROFT SMITH, ROBB ANDREW WHITEMAN
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ADELA UNDISPUTED
Never stop your voice is beyond powerful 😍😍😍😍
Mysie
Thank you 🙏🏿
Delfina Sola
i'm getting goosebumps, you never cease to amaze me (us)!!!!!!! great way to start my day, can't wait for the rest of the EP
Mysie
Big big love xxxxxxx thank u lovely
Khanyi Banda
A friend of mine introduced me to this song and am grateful..such a wonderful song ❤️
ADELA UNDISPUTED
Can’t wait to hear and see more …..from your no.1 fan in South Africa❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Mysie
Thank you lovely xxx
Cris Heathcliff
The sound is so deep, thanks for this. 💟🙏🏽
Joulie Fox
Too beautiful. Goosebumps.
Studio.ADE.Medias
Doux et mélodieux avec un timbre de voix agréable pour une interprétation musicale 💙