In 1991, Praga Khan met Oliver Adams and along with Jade 4U, formed the production team MNO (comprised of the first letter of their forenames). Shortly after, they produced a series of popular British rave hits. The most popular, "Injected With A Poison", which hit the #16 spot in the UK and #1 in Japan.
While taking a break from his several side projects, Praga Khan released his first studio album, "Conquers Your Love", in 1996. Several albums followed a little while later; Pragamatic in 1998, Twenty First Century Skin in 1999, Mutant Funk in 2000, Mixed Up in 2001 and Freakazoidz in 2002.
A lucky break also happened when Paul Verhoeven, during the shooting of Basic Instinct, walked into "The Limelight" disco in New York, looking for a song for his movie. When the track "Rave the Rhythm" was played, he stepped up to the DJ and asked who that was. The song was included on the soundtrack, after which a whole bunch of other movies followed including Sliver, Virtuosity, Strange Days, Bad Lieutenant and Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me.
Praga Khan also worked on the soundtrack for the first Mortal Kombat game and the first movie's popular "Techno Syndrome" (the de facto Mortal Kombat theme) under the moniker "The Immortals"; thus also responsible for the camp classic line from the Sub-Zero theme, "Chinese ninja warrior, with your heart so cold..."
Contribution to the theatrical scene was made with his musical collaborations in The Next Dimension (2005) and Code Red.
Meditation
Praga Khan Lyrics
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In isolation, enshrouded by the night
Yes we're talking about meditation
Encircled by the sea
Into salvation, a cure for you and me
Yes we're talking about meditation
I've seen ghosts in empty dreams
Or should I scream
All the dust in paradise
Winds that blow as cold as ice
Meditation is the cure that saves me now
Meditation, to reach the other side
Into salvation, how could I be so blind
Yes, we're talking about meditation
Now I know what they mean
In isolation, the answers to my dreams
Yes, we're talking about meditation
Hidden deep below my mind
Filled with disbelief
I couldn't reach the sky
Through the forest of the night
Guided by a ray of light
Meditation is my spiritual guide
The song "Meditation" by Praga Khan explores the idea of reaching spiritual enlightenment through meditation. The lyrics describe the isolation and solitude necessary for meditation, and how it can offer a cure for those seeking salvation. The chorus emphasizes the transformative power of meditation, alluding to reaching "the highest high" and "the other side."
The first verse sets the stage for the rest of the song, emphasizing the importance of isolation and nighttime in the meditative process. The imagery of being "encircled by the sea" adds to the sense of being cut off from the outside world. The second verse delves deeper into the singer's personal struggles, describing a struggle to confront "ghosts in empty dreams." Despite the difficulties of the journey, the idea of meditation as a "cure" is underscored throughout.
Overall, the song emphasizes the transformative and restorative qualities of meditation. It suggests that, by practicing meditation, one can find inner peace and answers to life's biggest questions.
Line by Line Meaning
Meditation, to reach the highest high
Meditation is the means of achieving the ultimate level of consciousness
In isolation, enshrouded by the night
Meditation requires a state of aloneness in a peaceful environment
Yes we're talking about meditation
The song is about the importance of meditation
Encircled by the sea
Meditation requires being surrounded by a peaceful and calming environment
Into salvation, a cure for you and me
Meditation helps in achieving inner peace and healing
I've seen ghosts in empty dreams
The singer has dealt with negative thoughts and emotions
Should I turn my eyes away
The singer is conflicted on whether to avoid or face their inner demons
Or should I scream
The singer is struggling to express their emotions
All the dust in paradise
The singer is referring to the imperfections in their otherwise perfect life
Winds that blow as cold as ice
The emotional turmoil is overwhelming and unbearable
Meditation is the cure that saves me now
Meditation has helped the singer overcome their struggles
Meditation, to reach the other side
Meditation is a journey towards a better self
Into salvation, how could I be so blind
Meditation helps in achieving clarity and overcoming ignorance
Now I know what they mean
The singer has gained insight and awareness through meditation
In isolation, the answers to my dreams
Meditation helps in finding answers and solutions to inner conflicts
Hidden deep below my mind
The singer's inner conflicts and struggles are buried deep inside their subconscious
Filled with disbelief
The singer is struggling with self-doubt
I couldn't reach the sky
The singer feels trapped and unable to overcome their struggles
Through the forest of the night
The singer must navigate through their inner darkness to find peace
Guided by a ray of light
Meditation provides a glimmer of hope and guidance towards inner peace
Meditation is my spiritual guide
The singer has found spirituality and inner guidance through meditation
Contributed by Gabriel G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.