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by Ilana Charnelle

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I was born from generations of stoics
I was forged from their pain
I have been newly torn apart
But I’m getting good at standing tall again

My tears are like rolled dice
Missed once but I shot twice
Ash burns but it’s smeared on my cheeks now, yeah
My heart loves a good hurt
Bruised spots like a patchwork
Said violence suits me so I made shrapnel my gown

Ooh
Is it ending or beginning
Ooh
Lose the message, keep the meaning

I am still and always a believer
Pushed forward by hope and by grit
I have been newly ground to dust
But I’m getting good at making an art of it

Cause my tears are a fresh brush
Meets canvas, a soft touch
Masterpieces and disbelievers I collect
My heart loves a good hurt
A strong shock makes a long burn
Played to win but hate to plan what comes next

Ooh
Is it ending or beginning
Ooh
Lose the message, keep the meaning

Ah, ah ah, ah ah
Ah, ah ah, ah ah

I was born from every ending and beginning, ooh yeah
I have been shedding layers making meaning

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released January 1, 2021

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Ilana Charnelle Melbourne, Australia

Inspired by jazz-era chanteuses, infused with modern sensibilities.

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