Leaving crowds inspired and often open-mouthed in their wake, this is not live dubstep to be taken lightly. The members have all cut their teeth on live dub, funk, reggae, jazz and even grime bands previously, so are no strangers to complex rhythm or rootical bass. Having been formed in early 2009 as an experimental live project, the band have quickly established themselves as one of the most exciting up-and-coming acts this year.
Expect to hear blissful tones and weighty sub-bass, interwoven with tight rhythmic intensity from this incredibly talented outfit.
© Submotion 2010
(2) The seven-piece electronic/jazz ensemble Submotion Orchestra combined an eclectic mix of bass, soul, ambient electronica, jazz, and dub, which was complemented by the sultry vocals of singer Ruby Wood. The project began at the request of York Arts Council, when they asked founding members Tommy Evans (Gentleman's Dub Club) and Dom "Ruckspin" Howard (Author) to compose a classical/dub crossover piece to be performed at York Minster in 2009. After the success of that particular show, Evans and Howard returned to their hometown of Leeds, U.K., with a new musical vision and enough contacts to assemble the right musicians for the job.
Submotion Orchestra were revered for their energetic live shows, first on a local level at their weekly residency at Leeds bar Hukaz. They soon hit the U.K. festival trail, where their music and the feel-good atmosphere they promoted made them a firm festival favorite. By 2011 they had released their debut album, Finest Hour, via Ranking Records, gaining the support of BBC Radio 6 DJ Gilles Peterson, who would continue to endorse their music for many years to come. The second album, Fragments, was released only a year later. After its release, Ninja Tune offshoot label Counter Records approached the band about releasing future material, leading to third album Alium (2014) and fourth album Colour Theory (2016). ~ Liam Martin
Swan Song
Submotion Orchestra Lyrics
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So I hold it close with every word I say
Wanting to trust this
And now I'm saying all the things I shouldn't say
I don't care no more
Not wanting no more
Decide to be all the things I want
I don't care no more
Not wanting no more
Decide to be all the things
You think nothing's wrong
You think nothing's wrong
You think nothing's wrong
But you livin' a swan song
So gather all your things
now go now you know
Gather all your things and go
Now I know what you know is just a show
No matter what you wished before
No matter what you wish this fall
Now I know what you know is just a show
You think nothing's wrong
You think nothing's wrong
You think nothing's wrong
But you livin' a swan song
That's all you need to know
That's all you need to know
That's all you need to know
That's all you need to know
In "Swan Song," the singer is expressing their desire to hold onto their relationship, even if it means saying things they know they shouldn't. The repeated lines "I don't care no more / Not wanting no more / Decide to be all the things I want" suggest a turning point in the singer's mindset, where they're choosing to prioritize their own wants and needs over the relationship. The titular "swan song" refers to the final performance or act before a person's death or decline, and here suggests that the relationship is nearing its end. The line "Now I know what you know is just a show" suggests that the singer has realized that their partner is not being honest in the relationship, further contributing to the sense that it's coming to a close.
Throughout the song, the repetition of "You think nothing's wrong / But you livin' a swan song" creates a sense of inevitability - the relationship is going to end, whether the partner realizes it or not. The line "That's all you need to know" suggests that the singer is done trying to explain themselves to their partner; they've made their decision and are ready to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
Wanting to feel this
Desiring to experience a certain feeling or emotion
So I hold it close with every word I say
Attempting to keep that desired emotion close to oneself by expressing it through speech
Wanting to trust this
Hoping to place faith in a particular situation or person
And now I'm saying all the things I shouldn't say
Speaking out even though it may not be beneficial in the long run
I don't care no more
Not giving weight to certain things anymore
Not wanting no more
No longer desiring something
Decide to be all the things I want
Making the choice to become the person they aspire to be
You think nothing's wrong
Believing that everything is okay or perfect
But you livin' a swan song
Living in a state of blissful ignorance while heading towards an inevitable ending
So gather all your things
Collecting and preparing to leave a situation behind
now go now you know
Encouraging immediate departure from a situation
Now I know what you know is just a show
Realizing that what was perceived as real or genuine is in fact fabricated
No matter what you wished before
Regardless of previous desires or hopes
No matter what you wish this fall
Despite future aspirations
That's all you need to know
The aforementioned knowledge is sufficient and no additional information is required
Contributed by Ian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@nicolalena741
❤❤❤❤absolutely beautiful
@LeopardNidalee
This is really emotional for me.
It hits close to home.
Submotion Orchestra is my favorite!
@ItsAnGoose
Wonderful! These guys should be getting way more attention.
@annahmwendar-chaba8904
Thank you for making this.. You have spoken so deeply to my spirit and soul. y'all are winning in this universe- continue <3 :)
@LittleBoo2010
love this song <3
@bruceogden3236
She is the shit! Voice of a goddess.
@NormanLippold
yes. i feel connected to the universe when listening to her.
@vinny3709
Só viaja...♥
@NormanLippold
:((((((