His debut recording, At War With Walls and Mazes (2008), earned him the title of "Best New Artist" by NPR's All Songs Considered. Lott has built an impressive list of collaborators including everyone from indie-rock darlings such as Sufjan Stevens, Peter Silberman (The Antlers), These New Puritans, My Brightest Diamond; to composers and classical world institutions such as Nico Muhly, Richard Perry (Arcade Fire), Judd Greenstein, yMusic, ETHEL, and Pulitzer Prize winner Caroline Shaw; to rappers Serengeti, Busdriver and Beans (Antipop Consortium).
As a composer Ryan has scored films such as Everything Everywhere All at Once, for which he was nominate for an Academy Award, and commercials for a long and impressive list of clients such as Absolut, IKEA, Coca-Cola, Audi and many others. Production credits include arranging and programming for four major feature films, most notably Looper (2012), plus his score for the Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby (2013). In addition to his commissioned work, the Son Lux catalog has been licensed for both film (The Romantics, Looper) and television (Parks and Recreation, American Horror Story).
Son Lux has performed at Carnegie Hall with the Young People's Choir of New York, held a weeklong residency at the Joyce Theater with Stephen Petronio Dance Company, performed with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, and has shared the stage with Laurie Anderson, Philip Glass, Kate Davis, and Dose One.
This Time
Son Lux Lyrics
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Now a voice it carries
You were the one this time
(You are the one this time)
(Now) Now a breath
Now a name I'm calling
Yours is the one this time
(You are the one this time)
(You are the one this time)
(You are the one this time)
(You are the...)
Hear the war inside you
Shouting overturned
Lord of all the hope and fear
Now the wind
Now a voice it carries
I know the one this time
(You are the one this time)
Now a breath
Now a name you're calling
Mine is the one this ti-i-i-me
We are the dead and dying
Shouting overturned
All the noise we're making now
Hear the wall inside you
Shouting overturned
All the noise we're making now
(We are the ones)
(We are the ones)
(This time)
(We are the ones)
(We are the ones)
(This time)
(Now) (Now) (This time)
This time
This time
This time
This time
This time, now
This time, now
This time, now
This time, now
We are the dead and dying
Shouting overturned
All the noise we're making now
Hear the war inside you
Shouting overturned
All the noise we're making now, oh
We are the ones this time
We are the ones this time
We are the ones this ti-i-i-me
This moment
This moment
This moment
Everything, everything
The lyrics of "This Time" by Son Lux are quite cryptic and open to interpretation. The song seems to touch on themes of war, death, and rebirth. The opening lines describe the wind and a voice that carries, referring to an elemental force that has a powerful impact on the self. The repetition of the phrase "Now" emphasizes the timeliness and urgency of this force, which is represented as both breath and name.
The middle section of the song includes the lines "hear the war inside you, shouting overturned, lord of all the hope and fear." There seems to be a battle happening internally within the singer, perhaps between their emotions or different aspects of their personality. The use of the word "lord" indicates some sort of external force or entity that has control over this conflict.
The chorus repeats the phrase "We are the ones this time" several times, which could suggest a call to action or a warning against complacency. The song ends with the repetition of the word "this moment" and "everything, everything," indicating that the events of the song have significant implications for the present and future.
Overall, "This Time" by Son Lux is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged song that touches on themes of conflict, transformation, and the power of the present moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Now the wind
The present moment brings change or a new opportunity
Now a voice it carries
The present moment is speaking to you
You were the one this time
You are the one making an impact or taking charge this time
(You are the one this time)
You are in control and responsible for what happens
Now a breath
A sign of life or an exhale indicating release
Now a name I'm calling
Addressing someone with intention or purpose
Yours is the one this time
You are the important person in this situation
(You are the one this time)
You have power and responsibility for what is happening
(Now)
The present moment and its significance
(You are the one this time)
You are the one in control and making decisions
(You are the one this time)
You are the one responsible for what takes place
(You are the one this time)
You hold the power this time
(We are the dead and dying)
We are struggling and feeling overwhelmed
Shouting overturned
Our voices are expressing our internal feelings and turmoil
Lord of all the hope and fear
The emotions of hope and fear are controlling our actions
(We are the ones)
We are the people in charge
(This time)
This moment is important and should be taken seriously
(We are the ones)
We are the ones who must take responsibility
(This time)
It is our time to make a difference
(Now) (Now) (This time)
The present moment and its importance are emphasized
This time, now
This moment is now and is significant
This moment
This present moment is crucial
Everything, everything
This moment holds weight and importance for everything
We are the ones this time
We hold the power and responsibility this time
We are the ones this time
We must take charge of the situation
We are the ones this ti-i-i-me
We are the ones responsible in this significant moment
This moment
This present moment contains importance and potential
This moment
This moment is significant
This moment
This specific moment has weight and meaning
Everything, everything
This moment holds significance for all aspects of life
Writer(s): Ryan W. Lott
Contributed by Brooklyn D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Stella O'Hara
This is such a bomb song
Demetri Henderson
Here from how to get away with murder. Though it sounds a bit different here.
Hydration
What is this song about? Or was it just like a for fun thing, either way its amazing
Esther Bassey
I have tried downloading this song chai