She is best known for her Christmas song "No Christmas for me", which became a YouTube success in 2007. Zee Avi on this song: “This song was inspired by everything i’ve experienced/read/watched/heard of from movies or stories, about one’s lover being far away for Christmas, be it serving in the army, college, another country, peace corps etc… In a way, it’s also about not losing hope. (…) The words in this one are simple and direct. (…) I stayed with the ‘silent movie feel’ as i think it suits the song.”
Zee Avi's debut album 'Zee Avi' was released May 19, 2009.
Anchor
Zee Avi Lyrics
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Even the snowflakes on the glass covered
Painting won't help me see
The best I used to be
Suppose I never taken anything too seriously
Perhaps I'd already be the ruler of this city
That's in my head
Even my lover's know
Longer enamored by
Even my lover's know
Longer enamored by me
By me
'Cause I'm an anchor
So far down the line
I'm an anchor
Deep in the ocean that's my mind
I'm an anchor
But I think I'll be fine
This candy's kind of weak
Ain't not the kick I need
Even the sandman does not know just
What to give to me
Perhaps a useful dream
Even my lover's know
Longer enamored by
Even my lover's know
Longer enamored by me
By me
'Cause I'm an anchor
So far down the line
I'm an anchor
Deep in the ocean that's my mind
I'm an anchor
But I think I'll be fine
In Zee Avi's song "Anchor," the lyrics speak to a sense of emptiness and feeling stuck. The opening line, "I'm insufflated by the devil's cry," suggests a voice that is being drowned out by negative and overwhelming thoughts. The references to snowflakes on a glass painting and the best she used to be are bittersweet memories that remain out of reach. The idea of the singer being ruler of the city in her head suggests a desire for control and power, but one that is ultimately unfulfilled.
The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm an anchor," which suggests a feeling of being tied down and unable to move forward. The ocean imagery used throughout the song further emphasizes this idea of being adrift or stuck. However, the final line of the chorus, "But I think I'll be fine," suggests a glimmer of hope and determination despite these difficulties.
The second verse continues with the theme of dissatisfaction, referencing a lover who is no longer enamored by the singer. The reference to the sandman and the need for a useful dream suggests a longing for something meaningful or impactful, rather than simply going through the motions.
Overall, "Anchor" speaks to a sense of restlessness and longing for change, but also the difficulty of breaking free from one's own thoughts and circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm insufflated by the devil's cry
I am influenced by wickedness and negativity
Even the snowflakes on the glass covered Painting won't help me see
Nothing seems to ease my suffering and allow me to grasp reality
The best I used to be
I was once a better version of myself
Suppose I never taken anything too seriously
If only I hadn't been so intense about everything
Perhaps I'd already be the ruler of this city That's in my head
I might have had better control over my thoughts and emotions
So I will stay there instead
I will remain trapped in my own mind
Even my lover's know Longer enamored by
Even the people who once loved me are growing weary of my attitude
By me
It's my fault for being an anchor dragging them down
'Cause I'm an anchor So far down the line
I am a burden and can't seem to progress in life
Deep in the ocean that's my mind
My thoughts and emotions are overwhelming and often unmanageable
But I think I'll be fine
Despite my struggles, I hold on to hope for brighter days
This candy's kind of weak Ain't not the kick I need
Everything that is supposed to bring me joy falls flat
Even the sandman does not know just What to give to me
Even sleep doesn't seem to bring me peace
Perhaps a useful dream
Maybe a meaningful or insightful dream could provide some guidance
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Izyan Binti Alirahman
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