Part of London's elusive music collective and independent label Slow Dance, Khazali is a vocalist who works with and against house, soul, hip-hop and R&B cliches to create fantasies based on reality.
With early support from Clash Music Magazine, Khazali teamed up with East London band VUURWERK in late 2016 to provide vocals. With debut collaboration 'Because I Feel Things' and NME Magazine and acclaimed 'dizzying' video for the BBC Radio London endorsed single 'Face It ft. Khazali' ... expect more.
Comfort
khazali Lyrics
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And you don′t know where to start
These eyes follow a groove
Where am I going?
Where are my people?
How did I lose it?
When the water comes to wash us down
Paint a picture for your comfort
I won't come for you now
Now
When the interloper helps us out
Learn a symbol, tried to fix my crown
Paint a picture for your comfort
I won′t come for you now
Now
Each time, I never do
'Cause I know how this goеs down
Each time, follow a groove
All of the colours back in Novеmber
Hard to pretend now
When the water comes to wash us down
Liquid borderlines to help us drown
Paint a picture for your comfort
I won't come for you now
Now
When the interloper helps us out
Learn a symbol, tried to fix my crown
Paint a picture for your comfort
I won′t come for you now
Now
When the water comes to wash us down
Liquid borderlines to help us drown
Paint a picture for your comfort
I won′t come for you now
Now
When the interloper helps us out
Learn a symbol, tried to fix my crown
Paint a picture for your comfort
I won't come for you now
Now
In Khazali's song "Comfort," the lyrics depict a sense of confusion and loss of direction. The first two lines, "These eyes hang over you, And you don't know where to start," suggest the feeling of being watched or judged, while also feeling stuck or unsure about what to do next. The following lines, "Where am I going? Where are my people? How did I lose it?" convey a sense of disorientation and detachment from one's support system.
The chorus of the song reinforces the theme of feeling alone and drowning in uncertainty. The lines "When the water comes to wash us down, Liquid borderlines to help us drown" use water as a metaphor for overwhelming emotions and the feeling of being pulled under. The repetition of the phrase "Paint a picture for your comfort" implies the act of trying to create a facade of comfort, even when it may not be genuine. The line "I won't come for you now" suggests a sense of apathy towards seeking help or support from others.
The verse "Each time, I never do 'cause I know how this goes down, Each time, follow a groove, All of the colours back in November, Hard to pretend now" depicts a cycle of repeating the same patterns and habits, despite knowing it may not lead to a positive outcome. The mention of "November" could be a reference to a past event that holds significance for the singer, and how it is getting harder to ignore or push away.
Overall, "Comfort" showcases the struggle to deal with overwhelming emotions while feeling lost and disconnected from one's surroundings.
Line by Line Meaning
These eyes hang over you
I am watching you and observing your behavior
And you don't know where to start
You are lost and uncertain about what to do next
These eyes follow a groove
I have a pattern in my behavior and actions
Where am I going?
I am lost and unsure of my direction in life
Where are my people?
I feel disconnected and alone from my community or support system
How did I lose it?
I am unsure of how I lost something important, whether it be a relationship, a job or identity
When the water comes to wash us down
When hardships and struggles arise
Liquid borderlines to help us drown
The difficulties we face seem too big and overwhelming
Paint a picture for your comfort
Creating a facade or an illusion of comfort and stability for others or oneself
I won't come for you now
I won't offer help or support during difficulty, because I am struggling myself
When the interloper helps us out
When someone unexpected comes to our rescue
Learn a symbol, tried to fix my crown
I am trying to regain my sense of identity or power, but struggling to do so
Each time, I never do
Despite knowing the consequences, I continue to make the same mistakes
Cause I know how this goes down
I am familiar with the outcomes of my actions
All of the colors back in November
Reflecting on a past time where things were more vibrant and optimistic
Hard to pretend now
It is difficult to continue putting on a facade or pretending everything is okay
Writer(s): Brian Njuguna, Salem Khazali
Contributed by Violet S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@reenea9853
My God I cannot believe you aren't more famous!! I came across this masterpiece a few weeks ago and I must tell you, it has been on repeat ever since!! You are gonna BLOW UP someday and I can't wait, cause YOU DESERVE IT!!! Much LOVE! <3 <3 <3 <3
@khazaliverse
wow. thank you 💕
@GizehOlazaran
I've played this song at least 5 times a day since I discovered on YTMusic. Great tune and voice. Saludos desde México!!
@AleksandraT11
woooooopp yeah yeahhhhh
@thyaraju
groove of groove, BRazil👏👏👏
@instantclassics1336
And another one! Amazing track...
@radbakkali
New fav track
@KadijaKamaraOfficial
Exciting!!
@monettemusic
Amazing!
@monettemusic
Love it so much! Such a beautiful video and lyrics x