Although born in America, Orelia has seen a lot of the world and has taken in its opulence along with its tragedies. Her observation of life and love through music was best developed in Atlanta, Georgia and Los Angeles, California. She was given the opportunity to work with Platinum producers Dion Rambo, Sunny Levine, and Fish Herring. They all shared an unusual vision for the new project, which was laying Orelia’s innocent vocals over an engaging mix of bright yet emotional strings, ambient undertones, and theatrical changes creating songs perfect for live performances.
Orelia Has Orchestra works hard to create a Cirque du Soleil meets U2, energetic performance. She plans on bringing such an experience to major cities all around the world.
Suggestion
Orelia Lyrics
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Oh I'm sure in the distance you can hear that awful sound
Oh I plead for an answer, plead for an answer from you
But if you give me an answer, that just makes no sense then whats the use
And just like that my life is broken
I can barely breathe
And now I'm opened for suggestions
At the end of the day life's a lesson
So why cant he see it form my point of view
And how many seconds in the hours of a day did we lose
Was it me or his feelings, me or his feelings that day
'Cause I just stood there in silence watched while my world blew away
And just like that my life is broken
I can barely breathe
And now I'm opened for suggestions
At the end of the day life's a lesson
My life's a lesson
Hollow, Hollow
Feelings in the air that I breathe that come over me
Now I'm open
Oh yes I'm open
For suggestions
Life's a lesson
Now I'm free cause life's a lesson
Oh why cant I see it from his point of view
And how many seconds in the hours will I make him lose
Oh he said it was him or the answer,it was him or the answer that day
Well I cant keep shouting answer, so what was the use anyway.
In Orelia’s song “Suggestions,” the lyrics depict a sense of confusion and heartbreak. The song begins with the singer’s world falling apart, and they are left searching for an answer or some sense of understanding. However, if the answer they receive doesn't make sense, they argue there is no use. The lyrics suggest that the singer is dealing with a significant issue in their life which has left them confused and broken. The chorus states that the singer is now open for suggestions, recognizing the notion that life is a lesson, and they must learn from their experiences.
The second verse is focused on the singer's relationship with someone, who they’re unable to connect with on a deeper level. The singer is questioning the relationship, wondering if it's their fault, or if it's the other person's feelings that caused the disconnect. The situation has left the singer in silence while their world crumbles around them. The last verse looks at the relationship again, but this time as a memory, and the singer is considering whether they were wrong or not. The song ultimately ends with the idea that the experience was a lesson, but the singer is now free and open to suggestions.
Line by Line Meaning
It just takes a second for my world to come crumbling down
My life can change drastically in an instant, and things can go from good to bad very quickly.
Oh I'm sure in the distance you can hear that awful sound
I feel like the people around me can sense my pain and unhappiness.
Oh I plead for an answer, plead for an answer from you
I am desperately seeking help or guidance from someone, hoping they can provide me with some kind of solution.
But if you give me an answer, that just makes no sense then whats the use
If the advice or answer I receive is not helpful or meaningful, then it serves no purpose and I am still stuck on my own.
And just like that my life is broken
My life can become shattered and unrecognizable due to circumstances that are often beyond my control.
I can barely breathe
The emotional pain and stress I am experiencing can make it feel difficult to function normally and leave me feeling breathless.
And now I'm opened for suggestions
I am now receptive and willing to consider new ideas or approaches to help me overcome my problems and move forward in life.
At the end of the day life's a lesson
No matter what happens to me, there is always something to be learned from it and it can make me stronger in the end.
So why cant he see it form my point of view
I am frustrated and upset that someone close to me cannot understand my perspective on a situation.
And how many seconds in the hours of a day did we lose
I regret the time that has been lost and wasted due to a difficult period in my life.
Was it me or his feelings, me or his feelings that day
I am unsure whether the problem stems from my own actions or from the emotions of someone else.
'Cause I just stood there in silence watched while my world blew away
I felt helpless as I observed my life unravel before my eyes and did not know how to stop it.
Hollow, Hollow
I feel empty and devoid of emotion or comfort.
Feelings in the air that I breathe that come over me
I am surrounded by emotions that I cannot shake or escape from, as they are always in the air around me.
Now I'm open
I am ready and willing to accept help or suggestions from others.
Oh yes I'm open
I am emphasizing my willingness and eagerness to listen to others and be receptive to new ideas.
Now I'm free cause life's a lesson
I am now unburdened and liberated because I have learned from my experiences and can move forward with newfound knowledge.
Oh why cant I see it from his point of view
I am still struggling to understand someone else's perspective on a situation and it is causing me stress and sadness.
And how many seconds in the hours will I make him lose
I am aware that my problems and struggles may impact the people around me and cause them stress or difficulty as well.
Oh he said it was him or the answer,it was him or the answer that day
Someone close to me presented me with an ultimatum, possibly forcing me to choose between them and a solution to my problems.
Well I cant keep shouting answer, so what was the use anyway.
I feel frustrated that my efforts to solve my problems seem futile and that I am not making any progress towards a resolution.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Daron Malakian, Shavo Odajian, John Dolmayan, Serj Tankian
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