"When people hear this album for the first time, I can only hope that it helps them make sense of their emotions. Of the fears and doubts that hold them back. Life is too short for regrets. It's all about taking chances. This album is my leap into uncertainty." -Vanessa
Deeply-felt, Vanessa's Brewhouse Records debut, Into Place, is very much an album of unique, yet shared experiences. Backing Vanessa is Brian Sargent (electric guitar, vocals), Rohin Khemani (drums, percussion) and Marc Hickox (bass). Imagine warm musical tones exuding from the stage creating a dreamlike atmosphere where the listener can drift away to the melodies. That's what it's like to attend one of Vanessa's shows.
Silhouette
Vanessa Kafka Lyrics
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Blasting summer songs to drown the guilt out
Does anybody know how long it takes to reach the end of the world?
I'd like to get lost again looking for the sun
One more time I'll wrap my arms around you
Dancing in the candied rain
Taste it in my mouth, sticking to my skin
Tonight, I'll miss you anyway
And I give it all back to you
There is no witness to my skin
I have no dice for this game
I think they disappeared last time we played
And I lost, but laughed instead
One more time I'll wrap my arms around you
Dancing in the candied rain
Taste it in my mouth, sticking to my skin
Sweeter than the bitterness I've been swimming in
Tonight, I'll miss you
I could say I'm never coming back
But I like your empty bed
I like your empty bed
After all my well thought-out intentions have been tucked in
I will let the guards sleep in your silhouette
In your silhouette
The lyrics of "Silhouette" speak of a moment of self-exploration and reflection. The singer seems to be driving recklessly with a companion to escape their feelings of guilt. The lyrics "Does anybody know how long it takes to reach the end of the world? I'd like to get lost again looking for the sun" suggest that the singer wants to escape from their problems by running away, but deep down they know that there is no way to outrun their troubles.
The second verse speaks of the intimacy between the singer and their companion, dancing in the rain and feeling the sweetness of the moment. The line "There is no witness to my skin" hints at a sense of vulnerability or openness with the companion. The singer seems to be reflecting on their past mistakes and uncertainties, acknowledging that they have lost a lot in life, but they have no regrets. The line "I lost, but laughed instead" suggests that they have come to terms with their losses and are ready to move on.
The final verse speaks of the singer's attachment to the companion, stating "I could say I'm never coming back, but I like your empty bed." This suggests that the singer may have relationship issues or suffer from anxiety, but there is comfort in the familiarity of the companion's presence. The line "I will let the guards sleep in your silhouette" reinforces this sense of attachment, as if they are guarding against the possibility of losing the companion.
Overall, the lyrics of "Silhouette" are reflective and emotional, expressing a desire for escape and a search for meaning in intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
We were driving fast after they told us to slow down
After being told to slow down, we headed on a fast drive.
Blasting summer songs to drown the guilt out
Playing loud summer songs to distract ourselves from feeling guilty.
Does anybody know how long it takes to reach the end of the world?
I wonder if anyone knows how long it takes to get to the end of everything.
I'd like to get lost again looking for the sun
I want to feel lost like before, searching for the warmth of the sun.
One more time I'll wrap my arms around you
Once more I'll embrace you tightly.
Dancing in the candied rain
We are dancing under a sweet rain.
Taste it in my mouth, sticking to my skin
I can taste the rain and feel it clinging to my skin.
Sweeter than the bitterness I've been swimming in
This sweet moment is a welcome change from the bitterness I've been dealing with.
Tonight, I'll miss you anyway
Regardless, I'll still miss you tonight.
And I give it all back to you
I would give everything back to you.
There is no witness to my skin
No one knows how I feel inside.
I have no dice for this game
I don't have the right tools to play this game.
I think they disappeared last time we played
I think the tools disappeared the last time we played.
And I lost, but laughed instead
Even though I lost, I still laughed.
I could say I'm never coming back
I could say that I won't come back.
But I like your empty bed
But truthfully, I love the emptiness of your bed.
After all my well thought-out intentions have been tucked in
After all my carefully planned ideas have been put to bed.
I will let the guards sleep in your silhouette
I will let the guards rest in your silhouette.
In your silhouette
In the image of you that I hold in my mind.
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Purgo Steve Johal
Still love this, you sent me a CD about 14 years ago that I cherish 😍