After growing Skyharbor as one of India's biggest rock bands with songwriter Keshav Dhar, including taking the stage with acts such as Lamb of God and Deftones, the pair collaborated on Tompkins' new Contemporary Pop project with progressive and experimental music at its heart.
'Atone', the new album from WMBB, is masterfully built on organic, textured and cinematic sounds, with two opposing themes of loss and hope. Tompkins explains - "Whilst songs like "Tempest" and "Atone" focus on faith and forgiveness, others like "Rising Sun" and "An Ocean Away" linger on love and nostalgia; throwing the listener into a bygone world of having less and caring more. The front cover artwork captures the beauty of nature and the harsh realities of life: power and dominance. White Moth Black Butterfly represents that very same struggle."
The album was recorded across the globe at studios in India, the UK, US and Taiwan, bringing in their international roster of performers. This included the band's other writers: Randy Slaugh, the producer and string arranger for Skyharbor in the US, who has also worked with Devin Townsend, Architects and Periphery; and co-singer and lyricist Jordan Turner.
Spirits
White Moth Black Butterfly Lyrics
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Where are we going when the hurry fades away?
Still the hope stays
Darkness shatters
Rhythm changing
Bones breathe new life
Darkness shatters
Rhythm changing
Bones breathe new life
Darkness shatters
Rhythms changing
Breathe new life
If we come together
When life's broken
It can be remade
We were made to laugh
We meant to cry
We were made to love
We were born to live and grow and die
No one gets it right
And no one ever will
So bathe your head in light
Cos' we were made to fly
We were born to laugh
And born to cry
Born to love with a will to fight
We were born to live and grow and die
No one gets it right
Our bodies broken, one last sigh
Our spirits rise into the sky
Now we soar on wings as the angels cry
We were born to fly
The lyrics of Spirits by White Moth Black Butterfly present an existential question that all of us have pondered at some point in our lives. The opening lines, "Where are we going when the hurry fades away?" hint towards the uncertainties of the future and the fleeting nature of human existence. The subsequent lines express a sense of hope that despite the darkness and chaos of life, we can find our way back to the light. The imagery of darkness shattering and bones breathing new life suggests that even in the midst of despair, we can find a way to rejuvenate ourselves.
The chorus, "We were made to laugh, we were meant to cry, we were made to love, we were born to live and grow and die" is a powerful reminder that every human emotion and experience, whether good or bad, is an essential part of our journey. The line "No one gets it right, and no one ever will" suggests that perfection is an unattainable goal, and we should embrace our flaws and mistakes, as they are an integral part of our growth.
The final lines "Our spirits rise into the sky, now we soar on wings as the angels cry, we were born to fly" evoke a sense of transcendence and liberation. It suggests that even in death, our spirits can soar above the mundane realities of life and find eternal happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Where are we going when the hurry fades away?
What happens to us when we slow down and the rush of life comes to a halt?
Still the hope stays
Even in times of uncertainty, the belief in something better remains.
Darkness shatters
The darkness that can cloud our minds and souls can be broken and dispersed.
Rhythm changing
The beat of life can change at any moment, for better or worse.
Bones breathe new life
Our very being can be invigorated and renewed when we allow ourselves to make a change.
If we come together
Unity can bring about positive change even when life seems broken and scattered.
When life's broken
When things seem hopeless and beyond repair,
It can be remade
There is always a chance for redemption and renewal, even in the darkest of situations.
We were made to laugh
Laughter and joy are part of who we are as human beings.
We meant to cry
Sadness and grief are also part of the human experience and cannot be avoided.
We were made to love
Love is a fundamental part of our being and something that we should always strive towards.
We were born to live and grow and die
Our lives have meaning and purpose, and it is up to us to make the most of our time on this earth.
No one gets it right
We are all imperfect and make mistakes, but that is part of the journey.
So bathe your head in light
Allow yourself to be surrounded by positivity and hope.
Cos' we were made to fly
We were created to soar high and accomplish great things.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Daniel Tompkins, Jordan Gor, Keshav Dhar, Mac Christensen, Randy Slaugh
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