At sixteen, Sophie began writing music for television documentaries and swapping her vocal abilities for free studio time at the EMI studios in Australia. For the next few years, labels would approach her with offers, provided she shifted her image to fit their ideals and sing the pop songs their producers wrote. “Being irritatingly ideal at that time in my life, I politely declined and continued on my own path of exploration.” Here Sophie reached a peculiar juncture, and went to university with the intention of becoming a diplomat, believing she could be of better use in such a role. She soon shifted courses and was accepted into the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, where she studied contemporary composition and orchestration. In due course, she began making a name for herself as Australia’s improvising rock cellist, touring with numerous acts, though the position soon wore itself out, and Sophie decided it was time to move on.
She moved to the US at twenty-three, and not long after touch down received word that Mark Linkous of Sparklehorse had heard her music and wanted her to join up with them for their tour with Radiohead. Sophie obliged, and afterwards found herself contributing on Sparklehorse’s albums, Good Morning Spider and It’s A Wonderful Life.
After her time with Sparklehorse, Sophie continued pursuing numerous musical avenues, and eventually was able to afford moving to upstate New York, where she could finally set up a studio of her own, though even this conjured up it’s own burdens. “Having the luxury of my own studio was great, but without an engineer to stop me, I destroyed most of what I wrote. To my dismay, my beloved music was turning into a gargantuan mirror and I couldn't stand it. Barely any songs made it out alive; the studio was like a war zone.” Unbeknownst to her, a major change was approaching. One night, while Sophie was out, there was an explosion in her studio, which promptly melted every piece of gear she owned, taking the whole house with it. She relocated, and began rebuilding another studio from scratch, and it was here that Sol Seppy began to manifest itself.
“I couldn’t see myself putting out a record before this” says Sophie. The catalysts for The Bells of 1 2 had long been developing, but had taken time to firmly materialize into a cohesive vision, apparent on the record. As the sole voice and creator behind Sol Seppy, Sophie landed not only the role of writer and performer for The Bells of 1 2, but also that of engineer and producer, with some additional mixing duties by Paul Antonell; all in all, a very substantial task for one person to surmount. As a result, the record is a true testament to the kinetic power of one’s own emancipation from the weighty trials that come hand in hand with the creative gift. “There was a strange joy around these songs in the studio.” This haunting, yet uplifting underpinning permeates most of the songs on the record.
Sol Seppy, the venture born of a longing for some perhaps unrealizable escape, has returned upon itself with an internal response, bearing the title, The Bells of 1 2. It’s celestial romanticism glows in the enchanting vocals of Sophie, each track a channel to some uncanny territory. Slo Fuzz beckons with an affectionately plaintive chorus, wishing to fly away, bubbling over ethereal melody lines. Wonderland tells the story of an artist with the sinking feeling that a change will never come. Come Running is a curious ode to companionship. Enter 2 Human plays out as one of the most heartrending incitements in recent years. Each song is more than enough to get lost in.
This enchanting record has finally seen its completion, a benchmark for Sophie’s Sol Seppy, and a tribute to the unfolding of one artist’s spectacular vision. The Bells of 1 2 is prismatic by nature, with Sophie’s guiding light splitting into an wide array of sonic colors. “It’s the discovery of beauty that inspires me the most,” she says, clandestinely hinting at an endless impetus for the songs of Sol Seppy.
Slo Fuzz
Sol Seppy Lyrics
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That i do not use the sword of my tongue to lash out at the enemy.
That i do not fear the light.
That i do not stray from Love as my guide.
That i'm at peace inside.
And all the pieces are fine - they dance and sing in unity.
A dum dum dum dee daa da deee.
I wish I could talk to the Gods and the birds above me.
It's not fun to be so blind.
To be so blind.
I wish i could stay in the present day not lapsing into vicious sleep.
Cause it gives my bones a brand shiny new home - one that does not confine me.
And i do not fear the Light.
And i do not stray from Love as my guide.
And i'm at peace inside.
And all the pieces are fine. They dance and sing in unity.
A dum dum dum dee daaa da deeeee.
I wish I could fly through the sky and the moon above me.
I wish I could talk to the Gods and the birds above me.
It's not fun to be so blind.
To be so blind.
Slo fuzz in the morning,
where i can tempt you to be my air...
But it's not enough to be lovely when i feel other things i can not share.
That i can't.
The lyrics of Sol Seppy's song Slo Fuzz appear to be the introspection of a person who is longing for inner peace and harmony. The singer begins with a wish to be perfect, to not have negative feelings or thoughts towards anyone, and to always follow the path of Love. However, despite the desire to attain perfect harmony, the singer admits that they struggle with fear and blindness. They wish to be able to fly high and talk to the Gods and birds but feel trapped in their current state of mind.
The second half of the song seems to focus on the singer's desire to stay present in the moment and not fall into the trap of vicious sleep. They perceive their current state of mind as restricting and confining, a place where they can’t share certain feelings or thoughts with those around them. The singer appears to find comfort in music with the 'dum dum dum dee daa da deee' and 'Slo fuzz in the morning' parts of the lyrics.
Overall, the song seems to evoke a desire for peace and freedom from internal struggles, and the need to hold onto a sense of hope and inspiration in the midst of it all.
Line by Line Meaning
I wish i could say the same of myself, that i'm in perfect harmony.
I desire to be able to claim that I am balanced and peaceful within myself.
That i do not use the sword of my tongue to lash out at the enemy.
I strive to refrain from verbally attacking those who oppose me.
That i do not fear the light.
I aim to overcome my fear of enlightenment and growth.
That i do not stray from Love as my guide.
I endeavor to always follow Love as my principle and direction.
That i'm at peace inside.
I want to achieve a state of inner peace and tranquility.
And all the pieces are fine - they dance and sing in unity.
Everything within me functions together harmoniously and joyfully.
A dum dum dum dee daa da deee.
An expressive exclamation of contentment and pleasure.
I wish I could fly through the sky and the moon above me.
I yearn to have the freedom and liberty to soar among the celestial wonders.
I wish I could talk to the Gods and the birds above me.
I aspire to communicate with the divine and the natural world around me.
It's not fun to be so blind.
I acknowledge that being unaware and uninformed is not enjoyable.
I wish i could stay in the present day not lapsing into vicious sleep.
I desire to remain firmly rooted in the present moment, avoiding falling into a harmful state of slumber.
Cause it gives my bones a brand shiny new home - one that does not confine me.
Being mindful and aware enables me to feel revitalized and unrestricted.
Slo fuzz in the morning, where i can tempt you to be my air...
A reference to a personal atmosphere or environment in which I am comfortable and happy.
But it's not enough to be lovely when i feel other things i can not share.
Merely appearing pleasant and agreeable is insufficient when I am concealing emotions I cannot express.
That i can't.
A declaration of limitation or inability.
Contributed by Reagan O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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lyrics
To be someone
To be someone
I wish I could say the same of myself
That I'm in perfect harmony
That I do not use the sword of my tongue
To lash out at the enemy
That I do not fear the light
That I do not stray from love as my guide
That I'm at peace inside
And all the pieces are fine
They dance and sing in unity
A dum dum dum dee daa da dee
Oh I wish I could fly
Through the sky
And the moon above me
Oh I wish I could talk
To the gods and the birds above me
It's not fun to be so blind
To be so blind
I wish I could stay in the present day
Not lapsing into vicious sleep
'Cause it gives my bones a brand shiny new home
One that does not confine me
And I do not fear the light
And I do not stray from love as my guide
And I'm at peace inside
And all the pieces are fine
They dance and sing in unity
A dum dum dum dee daa da dee
Oh I wish I could fly
Through the sky
And the moon above me
Oh I wish I could talk
To the gods and the birds above me
It's not fun to be so blind
To be so blind
Slo fuzz in the morning
Where I can tempt you
To be my air
But it's not enough to be lovely
When I feel other things
I can not share
That I can't
Oh I wish I could fly
Through the sky
And the moon above me
Oh I wish I could talk
To the gods and the birds above me
It's not fun to be so blind
To be so blind
@MacSoundSolutions
I helped edit this video at my house with Sophie / sol seppy and her boyfriend /co producer. I was not an editor at the time but was experimenting with digital video. I am a recording engineer / musician. I think we got the vibe to match the tune which still holds up today 15 years later, time does fly. Just started listening to her new album, great stuff.
@olive-vrta
Discovered this song today. Really appreciate you taking the time to post your details. The vid and song itself are timeless -- well done!
@arnavsshah
Legend
@GabrielVelasco1908.
Just heard to this song on spotify today, really great job!
@austineenemuoh8708
You guys are the greatest🥰🥰🥰
@nshellpatton4999
I like it alot. I've listened several times. It's just one of those songs for me.
@pixelcurious
When I was a kid, music always made me see little movies and pictures in my mind, but that mostly went away when I grew up... this brought it back to me ❤️
@lenaaalv
2022 and still listening to this masterpiece
@torquemonster69
Fashions always fade but quality remains forever... This is pure quality & class!
@essemmetv
can't believe this actually dates back to 2007. it sounds 5 years ahead of our time! thanks for sharing