The band centers around the two principal songwriters of Wisch and Medina. Wisch’s infectious melodies and meticulous song structures are complemented by Medina’s raw and highly energetic punk anthems.
Expanding on the catchy, power-pop songs of their debut EP, Cende’s first full-length album, #1 Hit Single, sees the band experimenting with more varied instrumentation and detailed production. The album was spearheaded by Wisch, who spent over a year carefully sculpting the album alongside producer, engineer, and friend Ronnie Stone. The end result is a compact and emotional batch of songs that draw influence from personal relationships, bizarre dreams, and the experiences surrounding the members’ lives during three years of living downstairs in a creative and chaotic DIY space. #1 Hit Single is out May 26th 2017 via Double Double Whammy.
What I Want
cende Lyrics
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Imagine your demons unfold before me
Even what I want
I'm bound to let it all
And swiftly a minute, for the moment
If it isn't the fact that I know
I don't know how
Oh, it's to think that what I want
Doesn't amount, oh, oh
I'm invisible
As if you care at all
I can't help
But find you amusing
You say be here with me now
As if I would know how
It's your words I'm at a loss for
And it isn't the fact that you know
Who I want to be
I don't know how
Oh, it's to think that what I want
Doesn't amount, oh, oh
Who I want to be
I don't know how
Oh, it's to think that what I want
Doesn't amount, oh, oh
The lyrics to cende's song "What I Want" reveal feelings of uncertainty and confusion about personal identity and aspirations. The singer wishes that everything was clear and straightforward, but acknowledges that sometimes their own personal demons get in the way. They are fully aware that even if they do know what they want, they may not be able to attain it or hold onto it for very long.
The line "I'm bound to let it all / And swiftly a minute, for the moment" suggests that the singer is struggling to maintain their grasp on their desires and is resigned to the notion that they may not be able to hold onto them for a long period of time. They know who they want to be, but they are unsure of how to get there or if it's even possible.
The refrain of "Who I want to be / I don't know how / Oh, it's to think that what I want / Doesn't amount" emphasizes the feeling of being lost and unsure of oneself. The singer is struggling with the idea that their desires may not be enough to fulfill them or that they may not be attainable. The verses are filled with uncertainty and doubt, while the chorus repeats the same mantra of insecurity and feelings of insignificance.
Overall, "What I Want" is a deeply introspective and emotionally raw song about the difficulties of finding one's identity and fulfilling their desires in life.
Line by Line Meaning
You wish that it was all
You desire for everything to be perfect or for things to go your way.
Imagine your demons unfold before me
Think about showing me your flaws and inner struggles.
Even what I want
Even my desires and goals.
I'm bound to let it all
I'm obliged to reveal everything.
And swiftly a minute, for the moment
Time passes quickly and moments are fleeting.
If it isn't the fact that I know
It's not that I don't understand.
Who I want to be
The kind of person I aspire to become.
I don't know how
I'm not certain about the best way to achieve my goals.
Oh, it's to think that what I want
It's disheartening to realize that what I desire may not materialize.
Doesn't amount, oh, oh
It's disappointing that my goals may not be as significant as I expect them to be.
I'm invisible
I feel ignored or overlooked.
As if you care at all
It seems like you don't care at all about me.
I can't help
I am unable to resist.
But find you amusing
But I find you entertaining despite your indifference towards me.
You say be here with me now
You request my presence in the present moment.
As if I would know how
As if it's easy for me to do so.
It's your words I'm at a loss for
Your words leave me confused and uncertain.
And it isn't the fact that you know
It's not that you have a better understanding.
Who I want to be
The kind of person I strive to become.
I don't know how
I'm not sure about the best way to achieve my goals.
Oh, it's to think that what I want
It's discouraging to realize that my aspirations may not come to fruition.
Doesn't amount, oh, oh
It's disheartening that my objectives may not have a significant impact.
Contributed by Tristan M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@emmablowguns
Greta's verse on this is amazing!
@madrobotarmy
Best song of 2017 so far
@superlan67
What a nice song
@gfortiz
awesome!
@okanoma5539
skater xl got me into these dudes just for me to find out they broke up :(
@or3o937
Fr
@ethansandee9592
@OR3O they broke up In 2017
@ramos7839
Hilary ke temaso bro nedea
@hillarycortes1871
De nada bro
@frankensense8596
B.C. Camplight much? Kind of ripped him off all over the place with this song.