They are known for their unique approach to blending different genres together (ambient, art pop, rock, synth-punk, electronic), creating a psychedelic atmosphere with an add-on of various instruments.
They have put out music under various pseudonyms, like Teams, bekelé berhanu, rajel ali and shanti (producer name)
To date, they have released five studio albums and one compilation album:
When Man Fails You (2015)
Serpent Music (2016)
Experiencing the Deposit of Faith (2017)
Safe in the Hands of Love (2018)
Heaven to a Tortured Mind (2020)
Praise a Lord Who Chews but Which Does Not Consume; (Or Simply, Hot Between Worlds) (2023)
Romanticist
Yves Tumor Lyrics
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Wasn't right, wandering the streets at night
We try, got me looking everywhere
Hard road
Tell me who you are
I can be the gentle boy
Caught up in the city lights
(I wanna) keep you close, right by my side
Swear you've got me hypnotized
I wanna give you every piece of me
You know you are my everything
I wanna dance into your hurricane
Blinded by your glare again
(Hard road)
It was the golden age
Battered and bruised in your multicolored maze
Your mind is scattered, I've been thinking of the days
That I made progress with that sinister boy
(Hard road)
I wanna keep you close, right by my side
Swear you've got me hypnotized
I wanna give you every piece of me
You know you are my everything
I wanna dance into your hurricane
Blinded by your glare again
(Hard road)
The lyrics of Yves Tumor's "Romanticist" explore the intense yearning and passion that comes with falling in love, even when the circumstances may make it difficult or uncertain. The song highlights the singer's determination and devotion to their beloved, despite the challenges they may face.
The first verse speaks to the initial attraction and chemistry between the two hearts, with the singer confessing that they couldn't resist the charm of their love interest. The second line may suggest that the relationship is frowned upon or not socially acceptable, as they are wandering the streets at night. The singer acknowledges the difficulties but expresses their willingness to try anything to be with their love. The line "hard road" may allude to the struggles and obstacles that they anticipate will come with the relationship.
The chorus reaffirms the singer's love and commitment to their partner, as they declare that their love interest is everything to them. They express a desire to give all of themselves to their love and to dance alongside them through any chaos or struggles. The line "blinded by your glare" could refer to the intensity of the love that has consumed the singer, while "hard road" continues to represent the anticipated difficulties and challenges ahead.
Overall, "Romanticist" is a powerful and emotional portrayal of the all-consuming nature of love, with its highs and lows, twists and turns, and the deep emotional investments that we make when we open ourselves up to someone.
Line by Line Meaning
Two hearts, I couldn't resist the charm
I fell in love quickly and easily
Wasn't right, wandering the streets at night
I knew I shouldn't have been out so late
We try, got me looking everywhere
We're trying to make this relationship work, but it's hard
Hard road
This is a difficult and challenging journey
Tell me who you are
I want to know more about you
I can be the gentle boy
I can be kind and caring towards you
Caught up in the city lights
I'm lost in the allure of the city
It's alright, ten minutes 'til the sunrise (rise, rise)
Even though it's almost morning, everything is okay
(I wanna) keep you close, right by my side
I want to be near you always
Swear you've got me hypnotized
I'm under your spell
I wanna give you every piece of me
I want to share everything with you
You know you are my everything
You mean the world to me
I wanna dance into your hurricane
I want to experience the intensity of your emotions
Blinded by your glare again
Your beauty is overwhelming
(Hard road)
This journey continues to be difficult and challenging
It was the golden age
There was a time when things were better
Battered and bruised in your multicolored maze
I feel lost and confused in the complexity of this relationship
Your mind is scattered, I've been thinking of the days
You seem unfocused, while I'm reminiscing of better times
That I made progress with that sinister boy
I thought I had made progress with someone who turned out to be deceitful
Lyrics © WARP MUSIC LIMITED
Written by: Roy Harper, Sean Lee Bowie
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