What So Not started as a project between record producer Emoh Instead and Flume. On 13 November 2011, What So Not released their debut EP, 7 Dollar Bill. During this time, they had released several remixes of artists such as Peking Duk, Tom Piper, and Major Lazer,. In early 2013, they embarked on the Massive Universe Tour, in several venues across Australia. In 28 May 2013, they released their second EP, The Quack, featuring a collaboration with Action Bronson on label OWSLA.
The duo released the song, "Jaguar" on 6 December 2013.
On 24 June 2014, What So Not and RL Grime released their single, "Tell Me", with Chris Martins from Spin describing the track as "of both melodic might and percussive ferocity".
On 20 February 2015, Flume announced that he has departed from the What So Not project, citing creative differences. In a post written on Facebook, What So Not stated that "over the last while, Emoh and I have been moving in different directions creatively, we haven't made any music together in quite a while", and thanked Flume for his time and effort put into the project.
"Gemini" which features George Maple, the first track from the Gemini EP, debuted on 9 May 2015. The track was named on Triple J Hottest 100 later that year and peaked at number 52 on the Australian Singles Chart. The lead and title track features Sydney-based singer George Maple.
Gemini was released as a free download on 18 December 2015, which featured collaborations with artists Dillon Francis, Tunji Ige and KLP (musician). The EP was downloaded over 800,000 times, charted globally on iTunes Electronic EP chart and was named to various year-end "best of" lists.
In November 2015, What So Not, Baauer and George Maple co-produced a track for Australian rapper Tkay Maidza, titled "Ghost". The song was premiered on Triple J.
On 9 September 2016, What So Not released the 6-track Divide & Conquer EP, which includes previously released track "Lone".
In October 2016, What So Not, George Maple and Djemba Djemba co-produced a track on Australian rapper Tkay Maidza's debut album, titled "Afterglow".
On 3 November 2016, RL Grime released the single "Waiting" in collaboration with What So Not and Skrillex which was in production since 2013. The track's release was teased through a promotional video which parodied chat-line advertisements and featured footage of 1980-era-influenced vixens with a phone number flashing across the screen, where by calling the number listeners can hear the song in full.
A collaboration between What So Not and New York artist LPX, "Better", was released on 8 September 2017; and was debuted on Australian Radio Station Triple J 7 September 2017. "I had a few productions Iβd been working on in this sonic field but struggled to find a vocalist with the right attitude and tone to fit. Lizzy and I clicked instantly on this trajectory & began jamming on the tune," stated What So Not about the track's production. He released "Be Ok Again" which featured Australian musician Daniel Johns on 28 November 2017. The track was produced after Johns noticed What So Not working with Slumberjack as he walked by the studio, which prompted him to invite What So Not to work together at his Newscastle studio.
On 31 January 2018, What So Not announced the arrival of his debut album titled Not All the Beautiful Things which was released on 9 March 2018. The album featured collaborations with artists Skrillex, Slumberjack, San Holo, and American rock band Toto. Together with the announcement, he released lead album single "Stuck In Orbit" which was co-produced with Jono Ma from Australian psychedelic dance band Jagwar Ma. What So Not released third album single titled "Beautiful" on 27 February 2018 and announced a national Australia tour for his "Beautiful Things' World Tour" where he visited cities Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane in June 2018.
What So Not's first single of 2019, "We Can Be Friends" featuring American singer Herizen, was released on 22 January 2019. He previously met the singer at a songwriting workshop in Nicaragua, while citing American record producer and rapper J Dilla as the track's main inspiration.
Gemini
What So Not Lyrics
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Is that how you really feel?
When I do that
Is that all you really need?
When I say that
Will you come home?
When I do that
Will you come home?
Will you come, will you come
Will you come, will you come home?
Are you sleeping?
Is that how you really feel?
When I do that
Is that all you really need?
When I say that
Will you come home?
When I do that
Will you come home?
Will you come, will you come
Will you come, will you come home?
Are you sleeping?
Is that how you really feel?
When I do that
Is that all you really need?
When I say that
Will you come home?
When I do that
Will you come home?
The lyrics to What So Not's song "Gemini" evoke feelings of insecurity and uncertainty in a relationship. The repeating lines asking "Are you sleeping? Is that how you really feel?" and "When I do that, is that all you really need?" suggest a lack of communication and a fear of not being enough for the other person. The repeated plea of "Will you come home?" also emphasizes the singer's desire for closeness and assurance from their partner.
The use of the astrological sign "Gemini" in the title and throughout the song suggests the duality and unpredictability often associated with the sign. The lyrics hint at a push and pull dynamic within the relationship, with the singer unsure of whether their actions will push their partner closer or drive them away.
Overall, the lyrics of "Gemini" convey a sense of vulnerability and raw emotion in a relationship, highlighting the importance of communication and understanding between partners.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you sleeping?
Do you even care or are you not paying attention?
Is that how you really feel?
Are you truly feeling that way or are you lying to me?
When I do that
When I act a certain way or do something specific
Is that all you really need?
Is that the only thing that satisfies you or makes you happy?
When I say that
When I make a specific statement or say something specific
Will you come home?
Will you return to the place where we call home?
Will you come, will you come
Will you come back to me or return to our relationship?
Will you come, will you come home?
Will you come back to our relationship and return to the place where we call home?
Contributed by Colton G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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[Chorus]
Are you sleeping?
Is that how you really feel?
When I do that
Is that all you really need?
When I say that
Will you come home?
When I do that
Will you come home?
[Post-Chorus]
Will you come, will you come
Will you come, will you come home?
[Chorus]
Are you sleeping?
Is that how you really feel?
When I do that
Is that all you really need?
When I say that
Will you come home?
When I do that
Will you come home?
[Post-Chorus]
Will you come, will you come
Will you come, will you come home?
[Chorus]
Are you sleeping?
Is that how you really feel?
When I do that
Is that all you really need?
When I say that
Will you come home?
When I do that
Will you come home?
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Katsinum
When you don't want to overplay something, but it's just too good, can't resist, so you find yourself worrying about getting tired of it one day. The struggle is real.
cherry π
Katsinum I've been thinking the same thing omg
knip
LMAO
Alex Legaspy
I replayed the fuck out of this when I found it around 8 months & while I don't play it anywhere near as often, I'm still thoroughly satisfied with it.
Deewakar
Katsinum ohh these lines are in my mind but just didn't know what to say you said it great
Dakota Hill
Katsinum this song will never get old I listen to it everyday...have been for the past few months lmao
Gee Ordan
Doesnβt matter how many times I play this one! Iβll never get tired of it, itβs more than music itβs unexplainable emotion and an entire adventure to listen to. Listened to this during one of the most pivotal times in my life, it is forever one of the greatest.
JMT
This song calmed me during times of great turmoil. There's a lot of wisdom here. Thank you What So Not for your beautiful art!
Felicia Rucker
YassBass777
Is there anymore iconic tune?