Animal Soul

AURORA's 'Animal Soul' delves into the profound sense of displacement and the search for belonging that many individuals experience. The song opens with a nostalgic reflection on the warmth and safety of the womb, a place where the singer felt a deep connection and comfort. This imagery of light and warmth contrasts sharply with the feelings of alienation and disconnection that follow. The repeated refrain, 'I'm a child with an animal soul, I don't belong here, I don't belong anywhere,' underscores a pervasive sense of not fitting in, of being out of place in the world.

The lyrics further explore the quest for understanding and meaning. The lines 'As I'm running around looking for every answer, moving across my mind like a beautiful dancer' suggest a restless search for truth and self-awareness. This journey is not just intellectual but deeply emotional, as the singer seeks to 'tear what makes me hollow' in a world filled with hate and superficiality. The metaphor of a dancer conveys a sense of grace and fluidity, yet also the constant movement and lack of rest that comes with such a quest.

AURORA also touches on the paradox of freedom and constraint. The lines 'Funny how we're free to walk around, still our feet are forced to walk the ground' highlight the limitations imposed on us, even in our apparent freedom. This sense of being trapped is further emphasized by the imagery of death, where even in death, we are 'deeper down, deeper down.' The song captures the existential struggle of finding one's place in a world that often feels confining and unwelcoming, resonating with anyone who has ever felt out of sync with their surroundings.