"The Hanged Man" is a hauntingly serene piece from Xak Stahl's "Major Arcana" album, brought to life by Zoé Le Fleur’s ethereal vocals and the tender strumming of a guitar. Inspired by the Tarot card of the same name, this track offers a meditative exploration of surrender, stillness, and inner transformation.  

Zoé’s voice carries a delicate vulnerability, perfectly echoing the themes of the song. Each note resonates like a whisper of wisdom, inviting listeners to embrace the beauty of letting go and the clarity that arises in moments of pause. The stripped-down instrumentation—just voice and guitar—creates an intimate, almost sacred atmosphere, as if the song itself is suspended in time.  

The lyrics weave a narrative of release and renewal, painting vivid images of reflection and transformation. The gentle rise and fall of the melody mirrors the act of surrender, building toward an emotional resolution that feels both magical and deeply human.  

"The Hanged Man" is a heartfelt and mesmerizing piece, reminding listeners that sometimes the most profound growth happens when we pause, breathe, and trust the flow of life. Its simplicity is its strength, offering a quiet yet powerful reminder of the beauty that can be found in stillness.

Lyrics:

Hanging by a thread, between the earth and sky,
I’ve learned to see the world through a different eye.
In the stillness, I’ve found what I could not before,
A shift in my soul, an open door.

Upside down, the truth is clear,
What I once held close, I release my fear.
Suspended in time, I let myself be,
The path unfolds when I choose to see.

I am The Hanged Man, letting go of control,
Surrendering to the flow, to free my soul.
In the silence of change, I finally find,
The power of peace, and a liberated mind.

In the pause of the moment, where the chaos fades,
I see the beauty in the choices I’ve made.
Through the pain and the doubt, I’ve learned to rise,
With every sacrifice, I’ve opened my eyes.

Upside down, the world aligns,
What was hidden reveals itself in time.
No need to resist, no need to fight,
The light shines brighter in the still of night.

I am The Hanged Man, letting go of control,
Surrendering to the flow, to free my soul.
In the silence of change, I finally find,
The power of peace, and a liberated mind.

From this vantage, I see it all,
The rise, the stumble, the inevitable fall.
Yet in this suspension, a gift is revealed,
The truth within me, no longer concealed.

I am The Hanged Man, letting go of control,
Surrendering to the flow, to free my soul.
In the silence of change, I finally find,
The power of peace, and a liberated mind.

Hanging by a thread, between the earth and sky,
I’ve found my truth, with a different eye.
In the stillness, I’ve let the old ways go,
And in surrender, I’ve begun to grow.

The Hanged Man

Xak Stahl: Alchemist of Sound, Architect of Emotion

Xak Stahl is a genre-blurring music artist, sonic storyteller, and relentless experimenter. Every track he creates is a new world—a kaleidoscope of indie folk, alt-pop, electronica, and global flavors—infused with raw emotion and boundless curiosity. Xak’s music isn’t just heard; it’s felt.

From Shadow to Spotlight

For Xak, music is metamorphosis. His journey began in the shadows, transmuting heartbreak and struggle into songs that glow with hope. Early anthems like “Neon Dreams” and “Rising Through the Darkness” invite listeners to find their own light. His newest project, Major Arcana, channels the mysteries of the Tarot—each song an archetype, each lyric a step along the path from the Fool’s first leap to the wisdom of The World.

More Than Music: A Multisensory Universe

But Xak isn’t confined to sound. As a visual artist and writer, he crafts immersive stories that spill across genres and languages—sometimes haunting, sometimes playful, always honest. Whether he’s conjuring lush soundscapes, weaving bilingual lyrics, or creating striking visuals, Xak’s art dares you to feel deeper and dream wilder.

An Invitation to Transformation

Join Xak Stahl on a sonic odyssey that blurs borders—between genres, between artforms, between you and the music. Each release is an invitation to explore, to heal, to become. For Xak, every song is a spell, every album a universe. The only question is: are you ready to step inside?

The Hanged Man

XAK STAHL