In 2015 her collaborative project with producer Elkkle, garnered instantaneous praise across the radio and blog-o-sphere in Australia as well as internationally. The singles, 'Muddy', 'Cocoon' and 'Flash Mob' were added to community radio across Australia including triple j, won the coveted title of ‘Unsigned Artist of the Week’ by FBi, as well as being featured by Spotify in their coveted ‘Spotlight Australia and New Zealand Playlist. 'Flash Mob' was revealed as one of the top 25 songs most played songs in 2015 across triple j unearthed radio.
In 2016 Woodes released her debut solo single 'Daggers & Knives' which has over 300,000 total plays and it’s been added to rotation on Australian radio; triple j unearthed, FBi Radio, SYN, profiled on Spotify Australia and added to rotation on various US college radio stations. The track was featured by online tastemakers, including Indie Shuffle, i-d mag, Purple Sneakers and Pilerats.
Her single 'The Thaw’; another powerfully beautiful track, which combines her poetic lyrics with a textured production has been added to rotation on radio; triple j unearthed, FBi Radio and profiled on Spotify Australia, Spotify Norway, Spotify Deutschland and Spotify Finland as well as debuting at #12 on the iTunes Norway Alternative Chart. The track also landed Woodes a coveted feature in Pigeons and Planes as well as being included in their feature of 'best new artists' from around the world.
Woodes has collaborated with local and international artists including Kilter, Milwaukee Banks, Set Mo, Kintaro, FØRD and Golden Vessel. Woodes released her debut EP in 2016.
RISE
Woodes Lyrics
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No rock left unturned
Like a drop in the ocean hey
I rise
And they say it might be witchcraft
When they saw her strength
Invisible armour to keep his words away
Oh oh, arms rise up she wakes
Oh oh, moves through the water and changes
Oh oh, arms rise up she stands
Oh oh, holding the fire in her hands
Both eyes open
She watches woodland burn
White cliffs against the ocean
It's high tide
And they say it might be witchcraft
When they heard the roar
Of the flames licking the fortress
Of love that stands no more
Oh oh, arms rise up she wakes
Oh oh, moves through the water and changes
Oh oh, arms rise up she stands
Oh oh, holding the fire in her hands
Oh oh, arms rise up she wakes
Oh oh, moves through the water and changes
Oh oh, arms rise up she stands
Oh oh, holding the fire in her hands
Rise up
She starts to rise up
She's going to rise up
She's going to rise up
As she dives into the water
Whispers of the flame
And they weight for her return
Oh but will she stay?
Rise up
She starts to rise up
She's going to rise up
She starts to rise up
Rise up
She starts to rise up
She's going to rise up
She starts to rise up
Rise up
She starts to rise up
The song "Rise" by Woodes is a powerful anthem of resilience and strength. The lyrics depict a woman who is determined to rise above the challenges she faces, despite the obstacles in her way. The opening lines set the tone for the song, with the singer declaring that she has one eye open and has left no stone unturned. She is like a drop in the ocean, and although she may seem small, she has the power to rise up and meet any challenge head-on.
The chorus of the song emphasizes this sense of power and strength. The woman rises up and moves through the water, arms raised high. She is holding the fire in her hands, symbolic of her inner strength and determination. She is not just surviving, but thriving, and the repetition of the chorus emphasizes this idea.
The second verse of the song takes on a darker tone, with the woman watching a woodland burn and cliffs rising against the ocean. Through it all, she maintains her sense of strength and resilience. The repetition of the word "witchcraft" in the chorus further reinforces this idea of a powerful force that cannot be tamed or silenced.
Overall, "Rise" is a powerful anthem that speaks to the strength and resilience of women. It is a call to arms for anyone facing challenges in their lives, reminding them that they have the power to rise above it all.
Line by Line Meaning
One eye open
Beginning with openness to possibilities and the unknown
No rock left unturned
She has left no stone unturned in her quest for change and growth
Like a drop in the ocean hey
Although small and seemingly insignificant in the vastness of the world, she is one with the ocean and its power
I rise
She is determined to move forward and upward despite setbacks and obstacles
And they say it might be witchcraft
Others are skeptical or fearful of her power and strength
When they saw her strength
Others have witnessed her resilience and determination
Invisible armour to keep his words away
She shields herself from negativity and those who try to bring her down
Oh oh, arms rise up she wakes
She awakens to the power within and raises her arms to embrace it
Oh oh, moves through the water and changes
In the midst of uncertainty, she moves through and adapts to the changing currents of life
Oh oh, arms rise up she stands
She rises to stand tall in her power and strength
Oh oh, holding the fire in her hands
She carries the light of hope and determination with her on her journey
Both eyes open
She approaches the world with a clear vision and full attention
She watches woodland burn
She witnesses destruction and change with a steady gaze
White cliffs against the ocean
She sees beauty and strength in the contrast of opposing forces
It's high tide
The power of the ocean is at its peak, and she is ready to ride the wave
When they heard the roar
Others can hear and see the impact of her actions
Of the flames licking the fortress
The power of her transformational abilities threatens the structures that others have built
Of love that stands no more
She leaves behind old frameworks of love and relationships that no longer serve her growth and development
She's going to rise up
She will continue to rise, grow, and evolve beyond what others can imagine
As she dives into the water
She courageously plunges into the depths of the unknown, embracing the risks and rewards of the journey
Whispers of the flame
The fiery passion within her continues to fuel her forward movement and transformation
And they wait for her return
Others observe her journey and expect her to come back changed
Oh but will she stay?
Uncertainty remains about whether she will hold onto her power and strength or return to old ways
Contributed by Riley A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.