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Post by kevlar412 on Apr 30, 2007 15:00:57 GMT -5
Hello, everyone.
The closest I can figure, in phonetic English, it's something like:
"Kadesapolis, malegbah."
Does anyone out there know for sure? (With all due respects, I don't think it's about Carly Simon saying anything.)
Later,
Kevin
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Post by Golden Sands on Apr 30, 2007 21:33:47 GMT -5
here's what i'm hearing: "kumbalissa kodis.. kumbaligua" hehe.. we're hearing totally different things  |
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Post by Vivian on Apr 30, 2007 22:04:47 GMT -5
Well basically, from Yusuf, himself, it's gibberish. Really has no meaning at all. Just sounds good.
Peace,Vivian
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Post by Golden Sands on May 1, 2007 14:33:09 GMT -5
That settles it.. straight from the source! thanks Vivian.
peace
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Post by valleycreeper on May 2, 2007 23:35:23 GMT -5
I'll bet it meant something emotionally when he was singing it. It worked.
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Post by michaelb on Jun 2, 2007 6:37:27 GMT -5
The verses say it all.
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Post by tydirious on Jun 15, 2007 22:24:26 GMT -5
ROFL
It sounds fine though.
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Post by kareema113 on Jun 16, 2007 11:11:22 GMT -5
Boom pareh saaaah no resss Boom pareh saaaah tu waaaah (sung with what reminds me of an Iranian accent... probably a Greek one though) Kareema |
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Post by alaskaann on Sept 5, 2007 1:39:37 GMT -5
So I'm the only one who heard "it's not a subtle reason, not a one" ? Ha ha, I had to think something as I listened and that's what it transformed into |
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Post by Monty Python on Aug 5, 2008 8:31:46 GMT -5
hi I'm a new member here....I'll have a go
I think the chorus is "Moongoddess, siren dancer, moon god everyone"
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Post by SuzieQ on Aug 6, 2008 12:40:35 GMT -5
Hi Montypython, Welcome to Majicat   |
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Post by downunder72 on Oct 28, 2008 17:17:58 GMT -5
I know this is an old thread, but I felt silly to write what I thought the chorus says, as Vivian gives an explanation. The song was written for Carly Simon, so I thought the chorus went like this.....
Carly Siimon, Carly Siiigh, Carly Siimon, Carly Siiigh....
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Post by shunra on Nov 1, 2008 13:02:51 GMT -5
I read somewhere that it's " oh carly simon why oh carly why" and I think it's true....
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Post by JanTheMan on Jun 24, 2014 23:00:28 GMT -5
It's "Ca de sa Teresa, Ca de sa."
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Post by Twizzy on Aug 10, 2014 9:06:28 GMT -5
That's easy ... it's " Oomba isiple is, oomba isipe "... a meaningless flow of various letters that sound good !!!
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Post by blossom on Aug 19, 2014 10:16:36 GMT -5
Not sure what the words are but they sound fitting...back in the day ,before Cat was banned (when Father heard Longer Boats!!!) wh'enever he did the 'no words' thing family (not fans) used to tease me and say he did it because he could not think of anymore lyrics!!! How very dare they!!... Some photos I had not seen before in this vid..nice :)and another burst of Angelsea never does any harm...  |
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Post by richina on Aug 20, 2014 9:46:27 GMT -5
Not sure what the words are but they sound fitting...back in the day ,before Cat was banned (when Father heard Longer Boats!!!) wh'enever he did the 'no words' thing family (not fans) used to tease me and say he did it because he could not think of anymore lyrics!!! How very dare they!!... Some photos I had not seen before in this vid..nice :)and another burst of Angelsea never does any harm... Thanks for the morning smile Blossie!!! I too have always been curious about the chorus to this song....I pride myself on knowing every word to every song and this one has stumped me all these years!  Hey, I know, why doesn't somebody ask Yusie?? He'd be the one to clue us in!  I'll stay tuned to see what happens! PS And about the new album title....I think he may be trying to tell us something!  He always said "just listen to the words".  *sigh* I still can't wait to hear it though! And a couple of concerts would be sweet as well!! Bye y'all!! |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 20, 2014 19:40:43 GMT -5
here's what i'm hearing: "kumbalissa kodis.. kumbaligua" That's how it sounds to my ears as well. Thanks for the video link, blossom! |
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Post by Dan on Sept 18, 2014 6:52:21 GMT -5
Boom pareh saaaah no resss Boom pareh saaaah tu waaaah (sung with what reminds me of an Iranian accent... probably a Greek one though) Kareema |
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Post by rafab1 on Mar 29, 2015 19:27:19 GMT -5
Interesting thread. I've got to say, in my opinion only -- Angelsea would be a great great great song if it weren't for the high voice in the chorus. The vocal is not focused -- I'm not sure how to explain it: it's just out of sync with the song.
Anyone else ever notice this?
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Post by Deleted on Mar 30, 2015 12:41:49 GMT -5
Hello, and welcome!
Interesting observation. I've definitely recognized the presence of the high vocal in the chorus but didn't really give it much thought before. It almost sounds childlike in quality. The chorus has many different types of voices in it; kind of a world choir quality, which is cool. I think I prefer that to other artists who overdub their own voices as a chorus or background vocal. For instance I'm a fan of Steve Perry, but in many of his solo songs in particular he overdubs his own voice (which I love), but it sounds like a chorus of like 10 Steve Perrys!
I am always drawn to the "yaya" background vocals in some versions of Lady d'Arbanville however. Very noticeable and I can't help but sing along with the "yayas", maybe because I am an alto/(contralto) so I fit in more with those vocals than the high voice in Angelsea.
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Post by rafab1 on Mar 31, 2015 10:52:18 GMT -5
Yes, I like the varied background singers but I hear that one voice too much.  It's such a different type of song for him. I can't really place a specific style or spirituality to it. And it's got both serious and playful -- almost silly -- lyrics and annunciations as well. By the way, I am so glad to communicate with people who know this wonderful subject (Yusuf/Cat Stevens) on such a deep level. I'm starved for that as my husband friends have their own favorite/deep subjects that they focus on. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 31, 2015 11:38:40 GMT -5
It's a pleasure to talk with you. It's always nice to welcome a new member who brings us new observations to think about. There's a lot here on the forum that I learned from members both old and new.
I am always amazed at the depth of many of Cat Stevens' early songs; he was so very young when he wrote them. And to hear him sing some of them today, they are still very meaningful and pertinent. So glad he came back to share his music with us again!
Going back to Angelsea, does anyone know what the instrument is at the very end? Most likely a synthesizer. It almost has a theramin sound to it.
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Post by Singsong on Apr 13, 2015 19:28:52 GMT -5
I always heard "Ooom-bah-leh-SAH, Cordes. Ooom-bah-leh...WAAH.
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Post by the wizard on May 31, 2015 13:37:44 GMT -5
Hi I just seen all the post i was a 70's wild one and with a little magic i still appear to be lol
words to angel sea chorus that has us all over the ton and up to miraculous speeds of 140 was
moon god and star, moondancing. moon god Allah
and geez we lucky to be here but them words rang out like solstice bells but thats another story as my mate jethro no longer with us
enjoy
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Post by Deleted on Jun 1, 2015 12:34:22 GMT -5
Thanks for yet another interpretation. Only Yusuf knows...
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Post by the wizard on Jun 1, 2015 12:58:50 GMT -5
Allah is the moon god and as a young he saw many things and a book was written about
Cat Stevens and his life saving move was to change religion
the book is well worth the read and explains plenty
The Boy Who Looked At The Moon
if your interested
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Post by thebook on Jun 3, 2015 15:37:18 GMT -5
The book that you mentioned now has a new cover revealed and on e-book format as well as available in Kindle format.
Regards
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Post by connie t on Jul 5, 2015 13:46:01 GMT -5
Oh Christ's Deiscple, listen, Oh Love is fair
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Post by GuestNJ on Nov 4, 2015 23:58:48 GMT -5
My disciple, yes, tell everyone
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I'll stay tuned to see what happens!
He always said "just listen to the words". 
*sigh*
