The beginning stages of her career were seen through the eyes of MANUELA who garnered comparisons to the UK’s Corinne Bailey Rae with the release of her first full-length album "A Different Kind of Fire (2010)." This album was nominated for a 2011 Western Canadian Music Award for Urban Recording of the Year and the track "Summer" was licensed to the hit show Degrassi: Next Generation. The last two years have proven to be monumental in MANUELA’s growth as an artist and as a result MANUELA has taken on the name Nuela Charles – never changing who she was, but embracing who she has become.
"Aware" is the culmination of the introspective journey into Nuela’s current state of being and the total surrender of that which cannot be controlled – life. With empowering, anthem tracks like "Take It Or Leave It" and "The Good In Me," to the cinematic and inquisitive "Final Round" and "Traveling Heart" - it’s dark, moody and uplifting at the same time. "Unfortunate Love" has been described as “real, back in the day soul - a la I Put A Spell on You” and is shamelessly becoming the standout track on the album.
Heavy
Nuela Charles Lyrics
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If I let it all go
Why am I such hypocrite?
For telling you I won’t
I can’t be the only one
Feelin’ this lonely
Trying so hard
It’s gonna feel a bit heavy
It’s gonna be a bit hard
Nothing that’s worth it is easy
Even if it falls apart
I don’t even know
If any love can come out of misery
If I can forget the things that you did to me
I believe before it’s easy it can get hard but
Then we get to good part
Oooo Ooooo
Then we get to the good part
Tired of it
And Nothing mattered at all
Wish I wasn’t afraid to let
All of the pieces fall
I can’t be the only one
Feelin’ this lonely
Trying so hard
But I know
It’s gonna feel a bit heavy
It’s gonna be a bit hard
Nothing that’s worth it is easy
Even if it falls apart
I don’t even know
If any love can come out of misery
If I can forget the things that you did to me
I believe before it’s easy it can get hard but
Then we get to good part
Oooo Ooooo
Then we get to the good part
The storms gonna come
But then when its done
We’re all gonna - get to the good part
You might alone
But that ain’t for long
Cuz you will – get to the good part
You’re heart may be hurting
You’re so deserving and you will – get to the good part
Just know that inside
We’re all still alive yeah
It’s gonna feel a bit heavy
It’s gonna be a bit hard
Nothing that’s worth it is easy
Even if it falls apart
I don’t even know
If any love can come out of misery
If I can forget the things that you did to me
I believe before it’s easy it can get hard but
Then we get to good part
Oooo Ooooo
Then we get to the good part
In Nuela Charles's song "Heavy," the lyrics delve into themes of vulnerability, resilience, and the highs and lows of relationships. The song begins with the internal struggle of feeling like a hypocrite for saying that one won't let go, despite wanting to. It portrays the complexity of emotions experienced when trying to resist the urge to let someone back into their lives.
The chorus emphasizes that life's challenges and obstacles are inevitable and can weigh heavy on the individual. It acknowledges that anything worth fighting for requires effort and may even fall apart, but the promise of a brighter future lies ahead. The artist questions whether love can emerge from misery and if it's possible to move past the pain someone has caused. Despite the hardships, there is still a belief that after enduring the difficult moments, they will eventually arrive at the good part.
The bridge brings a sense of hope and perseverance. It highlights that storms will come, but they will pass, and ultimately, everyone will reach the good part. The lyrics remind the listener that although they may feel alone and their heart may ache, they are deserving of happiness and will eventually find it. The closing lines acknowledge that despite the heaviness and hardships, there is an innate strength within everyone that keeps them going.
Overall, "Heavy" speaks to the complexities of relationships, the strength required to navigate through challenging times, and the belief that there is light after darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
Hypocrite
I feel like a hypocrite because even though I say I won't let go, I am still holding on.
If I let it all go
If I release all my emotions and feelings.
Why am I such hypocrite?
Why do I contradict myself by saying one thing and doing another?
For telling you I won’t
For promising you that I won't let go.
I can’t be the only one
I can't be the only person who feels this way.
Feelin’ this lonely
Feeling this deep sense of loneliness.
Trying so hard
Putting in so much effort.
But I know
But deep down, I understand.
It’s gonna feel a bit heavy
The emotional burden will be overwhelming.
It’s gonna be a bit hard
It's going to be difficult.
Nothing that’s worth it is easy
Anything valuable requires effort and struggle.
Even if it falls apart
Even if everything seems to fall apart.
I don’t even know
I'm unsure.
If any love can come out of misery
If it's possible for love to emerge from such pain and suffering.
If I can forget the things that you did to me
If I can forgive and move past the hurtful actions you inflicted on me.
I believe before it’s easy it can get hard but
I believe that before things become easier, they often become even more challenging.
Then we get to good part
But eventually, we reach the positive and enjoyable aspects.
Tired of it
I'm exhausted by it all.
And Nothing mattered at all
And nothing seemed to hold significance anymore.
Wish I wasn’t afraid to let
I wish I had the courage to allow.
All of the pieces fall
For all of the fragments to collapse and fall apart.
The storms gonna come
The challenges and hardships are on their way.
But then when its done
But once they pass and are over.
We’re all gonna - get to the good part
We will all reach the positive and enjoyable aspects eventually.
You might alone
You might feel lonely.
But that ain’t for long
But it won't last for long.
Cuz you will – get to the good part
Because you will eventually experience the positive aspects.
You’re heart may be hurting
Your heart may be in pain.
You’re so deserving and you will – get to the good part
You deserve happiness, and you will eventually reach the positive aspects.
Just know that inside
Just know that deep within.
We’re all still alive yeah
We are all still alive and capable of finding joy.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: MANUELA NABALAYO WUETHRICH, MATT PARAD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
rosita maidana
Me salio en un anunció. Me super impresiono canta como diosa 👏👏👏👏♥️♥️♥️♥️
Nuela Charles
Gracias!!!! <3
simran shrestha
beautiful magical voice and song too
Nuela Charles
thank you!
lance wilson
Wow....beautiful.
Nuela Charles
thanks!!