Title: Nara
Artist: alt-J
Release Date:
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Title: Nara
Artist: alt-J
Release Date:
"Nara" was released as part of the album "This Is All Yours", which debuted on 22 September 2014.
Recording Details:
The song was recorded during the sessions for "This Is All Yours". The recording took place in the UK, with alt-J's members Joe Newman, Thom Sonny Green, and Gus Unger-Hamilton collaborating closely to produce a distinctive sound that blends indie rock with experimental and folk influences.
Genre:
"Nara" is often categorized under Indie Rock and Art Rock, showcasing alt-J's unique blend of intricate melodies and experimental soundscapes.
Critical Reception:
The song received acclaim from music critics, who praised its intricate composition and emotive lyrics. It has been highlighted as a standout track in alt-J's discography, with many critics noting its lyrical depth and the band's innovative approach to songwriting.
Chart Performance:
While "Nara" itself was not released as a single and thus did not chart independently, "This Is All Yours" was a commercial success, reaching high positions in various album charts worldwide, including the UK and the US.
Personnel:
Joe Newman: Guitar, Vocals
Thom Sonny Green: Drums, Electronic Percussion
Gus Unger-Hamilton: Keyboards, Backing Vocals
External Links:
Official Website
Spotify
YouTube
Source:
Last.fm
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Nara
alt-J Lyrics
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I'm gonna marry a man like no other
Light the fuse, hallelujah, hallelujah
Love, love is the warmest color
Petrol blues, hallelujah, hallelujah
Comes, saut dans le vide, my lover
In my youth the greatest tide washed up my prize
You.
Follow, let him go, let him lead me be
Love is a pharaoh, and in front of me
I thought let him be where he want to be
Love is a pharaoh and he's boning me
I've discovered a man like no other man
I've discovered a man like no other man
I've discovered a man like no other man
I've found a love to love like no other can
Ah ooh
Ah ooh
I've found a love to love like no other can
He's found me, my Aslan
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Marry a man like no other
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Love is the warmest color
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Unpin your butterflies, Russia
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
To be a deer in Nara
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
The song "Nara" by alt-J is a beautiful testament to the power of love and the search for a soulmate. The lyrics describe the singer's journey to find the perfect man and how they have discovered a love that is like no other. The chorus begins with the line, "Soon I'm gonna marry a man like no other," which sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is filled with joy and excitement as they talk about finding their true love and preparing to marry them. The repeated use of the word "hallelujah" reinforces this sense of spiritual fulfillment and gratitude.
The next verse moves into a discussion of the colors that love can evoke. The singer describes love as "the warmest color" and the "petrol blues," which suggests a complexity and depth to this feeling. The mention of "saut dans le vide," which means "jump into the void" in French, adds a sense of urgency and risk-taking to the song. The line "In my youth the greatest tide washed up my prize" implies that the singer has gone through some difficult times but has come out the other side with a treasure.
The final lines of the song reinforce the idea of finding a love that is outside the norm. The reference to Aslan, the lion from "The Chronicles of Narnia," suggests that the singer has found a partner who is strong and faithful. The repeated use of "Bovay, Alabama" gives the song a sense of place, perhaps suggesting that the singer has found their soulmate in a small southern town. The final line, "To be a deer in Nara," is a beautiful image of surrendering to the beauty of the world and embracing the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
Soon
I'm gonna marry a man like no other
Light the fuse, hallelujah, hallelujah
I am going to marry a man who is unique and special, and I am excited about it. This is a cause for celebration.
Love, love is the warmest color
Petrol blues, hallelujah, hallelujah
Comes, saut dans le vide, my lover
In my youth, the greatest tide washed up my prize
You.
Love is the most intense and powerful emotion, and it fills me up completely. My love is fearless and willing to take risks. You are the one I love and nothing else matters.
Follow, let him go, let him lead me be
Love is a pharaoh, and in front of me
I thought let him be where he want to be
Love is a pharaoh and he's boning me
I will follow my love's lead and let him take control. Love is powerful like a pharaoh, and I am willing to submit to it. My lover is strong and passionate, and our connection is intense.
I've discovered a man like no other man
I've discovered a man like no other man
I've discovered a man like no other man
I've found a love to love like no other can
Ah ooh
Ah ooh
I've found a love to love like no other can
I have found a man who is truly unique and special, and I feel lucky to have him in my life. Our love is different and special, and I know that no one else can love me the way he does.
He's found me, my Aslan
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Marry a man like no other
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Love is the warmest color
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Unpin your butterflies, Russia
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
To be a deer in Nara
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
My lover has found me, and I feel like I have discovered a part of myself I never knew existed. I celebrate our love and the fact that we are both unique and special in our own ways. Love is powerful and all-encompassing like a warm color. We are free to be ourselves and explore the world together. We are like deer in Nara, innocent and unafraid.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: AUGUSTUS UNGER HAMILTON, JOE NEWMAN, THOMAS GREEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@beaniegirl12cb
Soon
I'm gonna marry a man like no other
Light the fuse, hallelujah, hallelujah
Love, love is the warmest color
Petrol blues, hallelujah, hallelujah
Comes, saut dans le vide, my lover
In my youth the greatest tide washed up my prize
You.
Follow, let him go, let him lead me be
Love is a pharaoh, and in front of me
I thought let him be where he want to be
Love is a pharaoh and he's boning me
I've discovered a man like no other man
I've discovered a man like no other man
I've discovered a man like no other man
I've found a love to love like no other can
Ah ooh
Ah ooh
I've found a love to love like no other can
He's found me, my Aslan
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Marry a man like no other
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Love is the warmest color
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Unpin your butterflies, Russia
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
To be a deer in Nara
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
@AllisonGhost
"Nara"
Soon
I'm gonna marry a man like no other
Light the fuse, hallelujah, hallelujah
Love, love is the warmest colour
Petrol blues, hallelujah, hallelujah
Comes, saut dans le vide, my lover
In my youth the greatest tide washed up my prize
You.
Follow, let him go, let him lead me be
Love is a pharaoh, and in front of me
I thought let him be where he want to be
Love is a pharaoh and he's boning me
I've discovered a man like no other man
I've discovered a man like no other man
I've discovered a man like no other man
I've found a love to love like no other can
I've found a love to love like no other can
He's found me, my Aslan
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Marry a man like no other
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Love is the warmest colour
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
Unpin your butterflies, Russia
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
To be a deer in Nara
Hallelujah, Bovay, Alabama
@mikesmith8293
Nara is my all-time favourite song.
It was the summer two years ago when I first listened to the song. So much glee and joy coming to my mind. I felt kinda bewildered.
Everytime I am listening to the song the pictures of the summer 16 are flying into my mind.
One thing confusing me is that you do not really know the greatness of a moment in the present. You learn to appreciate these moments afterwards.
I do not know if that is just me and I want to learn to appreciate the moment and, as edgy as it sounds, to live it.
only some words flying around in my mind that I had to write down
@altj
This Is All Yours…….. https://lnk.to/skwbjVIz
@user-xq9th9qr6h
Ah ye got me there 😅
@teresamiel01
got ya!
@user-xq9th9qr6h
This is so exciting 😅
@teresamiel01
@@user-xq9th9qr6h wanna team up maybe?
@user-xq9th9qr6h
@@teresamiel01 sure, we'll crack this together, thinking about it the explosion might be a reference to hard drive gold but I'm having no luck yet. There's a thred on the altj subreddit that I'm discussing on
@polymorphfx
I've discovered a band like no other band.
@pdhm7521
Godlike band
@luisaavendano8316
<3
@nafesima
Naild it