This song dives headfirst into the murky territory of self-sabotage, mental health and vulnerability. But this isn’t some moral sermon. Instead, RAW plays out as a conversation, a push and pull with a loved one who delivers the hard truths.

Lyrics:
Summer nights,
Winter days,
Can't see the light,
Don't know my name,
And I'm so tired, ill, afraid,
Living a lie,
There's no escape.

Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW

Wrestling the demons inside it's like RAW,
Run but there's nowhere to hide
I can't stop,
Gone like a thief in the night
Who take off,
If it rains know a flood gonna rise
I play god.
She's like 'why you tryna sabotage?
Got the world in the palm of your hand
And you pass it off.
Plus you shine too bright to be blending in,
So why you walk around in your camouflage?
Yeah why you tryna fuck it up?
I know things be weighing on your mind
So you lift it up,
But you always end up coming down,
And you been on this shit for days, when is it enough?'

Summer nights,
Winter days,
Can't see the light,
Don't know my name,
And I'm so tired, ill, afraid,
Living a lie,
There's no escape.

Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW

And I can see my face in a scary place,
Too much on my plate that's like every day,
Trip to outer space don't know where it take,
‘Nah this is madness’
She like 'come on you can't tell me you're content with average.'
I said 'really baby I was born to be a savage,
I can live without a shower
I don't need a mattress,
All these material objects are extra baggage.'
'Huh,' she said 'you're smart but you're dumb as fuck,
You waste your time every time and you push your luck,
Getting faded and then feeling rough,
So don't ask me why you're always falling in a rut.'
Damn.

Summer nights,
Winter days,
Can't see the light,
Don't know my name,
And I'm so tired, ill, afraid,
Living a lie.

Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW

Erica—am I, or only a hush inside my head? https://www.tumblr.com/eneagore/793024499461341184/erica-lighthouse-with-no-shore?source=share

I stared into my own eyes. The bathroom mirror offered no story—only a duplicate of myself. I resembled my father, a likeness I wanted no part of. All I really wanted was to capture my mother’s features: to let her smile settle on my mouth, to keep my skin like hers, to overturn my father’s image once and for all. Yet I couldn’t push past these tasteless eyes, these impure, insignificant retinas.
With toothpaste I traced my name on the glass, but it felt borrowed, not mine. I spoke it aloud, faster and louder, until the syllables frothed into meaningless sound and my guttural voice fizzled out. I wiped the mirror clean. The reek of urine made my stomach twist, as did the sight of my naked, sweat-slick body. No shower could wash away such disgust.
I wanted a mind less congested, to stop thinking about all this. Why was I even standing there? Was I truly trying to piece my family back together? Deep inside, a hostile hydra writhed in my gut, and I felt ashamed of the solitude coiled within me. I longed to drain every drop of this poison from my body—emptying myself, leaving nothing behind.

Written, arranged, produced & designed by Enea Gorè
Mixed & mastered by Enea Gorè. Recorded in my bedroom studio, Spring 2025.

Istrumentation:
acoustic guitar, electric guitars, synths, theremin, vibraphone, keyboards, pads, kalimba, drums by Enea Gorè

Special thanks to: Anna C. for waveform artwork.
And my cousins for being the subjects of the artwork and cover.

Erica (Lighthouse With No Shore)

A key piece of identity development is how we choose to talk about the things that we are practicing. Take a listen!

Episode 279 - The Declaratives Matter

Figuring out your identity becomes complicated when you’re called up for military service in a different country. Chongwan Yu talks to Fujun Sun about how he navigates his ties to three diverse countries.

Tour of duty: how Chongwan’s military service impacted his identity

This lecture discusses key ideas from the 20th century philosophical short story writer, essayist, and poet Jorge Luis Borges's story "The Theologians" which can be found in Collected Fictions. 

It centers on a (perhaps one-way) rivalry between two Christian theologians, Aurelian and John of Pannonia, in a time when the Christian church is struggling with a number of heresies, some opposed to each other. John and Aurelian both produce refutations of one heresy, and then when Aurelian uses a passage from John's earlier refutation in a new refutation of a different heresy, John is condemned as a heretic.  In the end, Borges suggests, there might not be any real difference between the two men

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Jorge Luis Borges - The Theologians - Sadler's Lectures

Brighton-based singer-songwriter Aimee Iris creates music that radiates warmth, honesty, and emotional strength. Blending the soul of folk storytelling with the polished energy of pop and the theatrical flair of musical theatre, Aimee has carved out a unique sonic space that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable. Her latest release, “Afraid of the Dark,” continues her mission of turning vulnerability into empowerment—this time with a bold, beat-driven anthem that challenges how we think about fear, growth, and identity.

Afraid Of The Dark

Bubbling under the surface, we have some pretty big questions about life and faith. When things are quiet or when we are staggering under the weight of something hard, these questions rise to the surface and beg to be answered: Who Am I? Why Am I Here? Am I Loved? What’s Next? 

We believe God invites us to ask these meaningful questions and that He wants to respond. Join us for this four-week, end-of-summer series as we listen for God’s answers to some of life’s biggest questions. 

Who Am I? | Kensington Church Audiocast with Shawna S.

Is it worth it to ruin my time to get what i want to just keep wanting more

Leaves

[Verse 1]
In the mirror’s gaze, a stranger stares,
A silhouette draped in borrowed airs.
Echoes of doubt—a haunting refrain,
Whispers that my triumphs are in vain.

[Pre-Chorus]
Threads of truth unravel fast,
Chasing shadows of a fabricated past.
Every pat on the back breeds uncertainty,
Stripped of truth by my own scrutiny.

[Chorus]
Imposter in my own skin,
Waging wars I can’t seem to win.
Crafting smiles to mask the dread—
A marionette with strings of lead.

[Verse 2]
Achievements stacked—a fragile tower,
Built on shifting sands that cower.
Applause fades into a silent room,
As confidence unravels in the gloom.

[Bridge]
But in the quiet, a spark ignites;
A flicker challenging the endless nights.
Could the façade be a part of me—
A chapter in my identity?

[Chorus – Variation]
Imposter in my own skin,
Learning where I truly begin.
Embracing flaws, the scars I’ve earned,
Through the fire, a phoenix burned.

[Coda]
So here’s to the masks we’ve worn,
The battles fought, the selves we’ve torn.
In the mirror now, I see anew—
An imposter, yes… but also true.

[Outro – Spoken]
“Most importantly, true.”

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"Imposter Syndrome" is a progressive rock ballad drenched in introspection—a haunting, piano-led journey through self-doubt, identity, and the fragile architecture of confidence. Layered guitars and moody progressions wrap around emotionally raw lyrics that confront the creeping voice telling us we’re not enough.

Through dark verses and cathartic choruses, the track peels back the mask of success to reveal a battle within—only to discover that even the imposter holds truth. For fans of atmospheric progressive rock, cinematic ballads, and music that lingers long after the final note.

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Genre: Progressive Rock
Key: B♭ Major
Tempo: 71 BPM
Time Signature: 4/4

———

Artist: Kareem Tyler 
https://www.instagram.com/tylercraftsart

© 2025 Kareem Tyler. All Rights Reserved. 

Darkness

Imposter Syndrome

An atmospheric alt-pop and soft rock track delving into themes of identity and hidden truths. The shimmering synths and clean guitars reflect a mask worn for the world, with vocals revealing the deeper self beneath the surface sheen.

False Light, Real Me

‘Queer Enough: an honest conversation stereotypes, screen time, and self-definition’

About Voices of Us:
'Voices of Us' (VOU) is a podcast that shares authentic stories from LGBTQIA+ international students, alumni and allies. 

In this episode of Voices of Us, queer international creatives from the film industry, Ayuka and Patitta, reflect on how media shaped — and sometimes distorted — their sense of identity. From first queer glimpses to global cultural gaps, this conversation peels back the layers of representation: what sticks, what’s missing, and what still needs to be told. Whether you’ve seen "yourself" on screen or not, this episode invites you to think about how media not only reflects queerness — but also performs, pressures, and sometimes rewrites it. 

About the host: 
Feifei Liao was born and raised in Sichuan, China. She is multi-passionate, multi-disciplinary and multi-lingual, with the energy to light up a room. As a founder of a couple of social enterprises, creative producer, facilitator, multi-cultural and community development advisor, dancer, mental health speaker, recovery educator, and advocate for inclusion, diversity and equity, bringing people together through creativity, stories and shared experience is Feifei’s heartland. 
Follow Feifei: feifeicuriosity.com

About the speakers:
Patitta (@tanjira_j) is a Melbourne-based project manager with roots in Bangkok and a background in film, festivals, and cultural events. She currently works at Fever, producing large-scale experiences, and has previously led film distribution and festival programming across global markets. Patitta brings a unique blend of creativity and strategy to everything she does. When she’s not running events, you’ll find her exploring art, food spots, and hidden corners of the city.

Ayuka (@ayukadp) is a Japanese non-binary cinematographer based in Naarm. They have been in the indie film industry since 2019. They are passionate about helping tell stories by underrepresented folks.

Media Mentioned: 
6:05 Love of Siam (2007)
6:29 Yes or No (2010)
8:40 Glee (2009) 
11:03 The Secret of Us (2024) 
13:25 Heartbreak High (2022) 
14:56 The Wedding Banquet (1993), Saving Face (2004)
16:29 The Half of It (2020) 
21:40 Call Me by No Name (2025), Even Though We’re Adults (2025) 
23:28 Thirty-three Point Five 
30:34 My Melbourne (from Patitta’s previous company) 
46:20 Flat Girls (2025)
47:45 How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies (2024) 

Voices of Us Production Team: 
Feifei Liao (she/her) - Founder, executive director, host  
Shirley Fan (she/her) - Podcast Coordinator  
Abigail Zhang (she/her) - Podcast Coordinator  
Seng Doi - Podcast Engineer  
Tom Zeng (he/him) - Project Support Officer 

About Our Point 3:
Our Point 3 is a not-for-profit organization bringing LGBTQIA+ international students, alumni and allies together, to enable our community to grow and thrive in an inclusive, welcoming and equitable world.  

Acknowledgment of partners and funding body:
This episode is: Produced by: Our Point 3 
Supported by the Victorian Government, City of Melbourne Libraries and Feifei Curiosity.  
The beautiful stories of Voices of Us, born from the vision of Co-inventors, have now gracefully continued under the care of Our Point 3.  
 
Connect with Our Point 3 
Like and subscribe to our channels to stay updated with new episodes 
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Voices of Us Ep. 10: Pattita and Ayuka: Queer Enough: an honest conversation stereotypes, screen time, and self-definition

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I know i´m not such a good singer (im not even at "good" point") but i´ll try... im trying =D) so... I hope ya like this little TEASERRRR!

DUMB TEEN Teaser 1

See Color

Psalm 119

改革の年

When we look at the Beatitudes, we are not only hearing instructions for Christian living, we are gazing into a portrait of Christ Himself. Each blessing is not just a command to follow, but a description of the heart of our Lord. In the Beatitudes, Christ is both the model and the fulfillment. And He invites us, His children, not merely to admire the picture, but to enter into it ,to be conformed to His likeness, so that the world may also see the face of Christ in us. Tune in!

The Image of Christ in the Beatitudes

How it feels to be misunderstood and unseen; a song about being defined by the gaze of others.

I Andras Ögon

This song is about letting go of fear, finding your own way, and discovering who you’re meant to be. It’s raw, heartfelt, and written straight from the journey of searching for identity and strength. It’s about stepping out, leaving home, and learning to make it on your own—without losing who you are, but becoming even more. If you’ve ever felt the need for space, freedom, and a deeper sense of self—this song is for you.

Clarity

This week, we delve deep into the heart of desire and temptation as Daniel Barth explores the seventh commandment. The message goes beyond the surface-level understanding of 'do not commit adultery,' challenging us to examine the very roots of our desires. We're reminded that God's commandments are not mere restrictions, but guideposts for a fulfilling life. The story of adultery in Proverbs 7 vividly illustrates how unchecked desire can lead us astray. Yet, we're also offered hope through James' teachings, which reveal that our struggles with temptation are universal and deeply human. This message encourages us to seek true intimacy with God, recognizing that our deepest longings can only be fully satisfied in Him. As we navigate the complexities of human relationships and desires, we're called to pray fervently for the renewal of our minds, trusting in God's transformative power to align our hearts with His will.

The Ten Commandments | Do Not Commit Adultery - Exodus 20:1-2, 14 - Daniel Barth

A mental health educator compelled to walk with people through the stress, challenges, and traumas that unfold in our stories

Born in the U.S.
Raised in Australia
Chill Rap + Sample-Heavy Beats
Forever an Outcast

Artist in Denver, Colorado.
Music is a wonderful gift of interaction! ^-^
Contact: helixiru@gmail.com

I’m Enea Gorè (he/him)—an Italian sound-weaver and writer, illustrator and photographer.
I craft songs like fractured prayers, stitching together guitars, omnichord, OP-1 Field, and voices that never sound quite my own.

My songs are stitched from dust, broken instruments, and voices that don’t belong to me.
Sometimes I am Bianco, sometimes Erica, sometimes no one at all.
Umbrian soil, candle smoke, rusted hymns—this is where I come from.
If you stay long enough, you’ll hear the house breathe.


#composer #sounddesigner #duskcore #ambient #slowcore #sadcore #drone #postambient #darkambient #ghostambient #ritualambient #sacredambient

YMER RECORDS

- Evelina -
Evelina is a young Swedish artist unafraid to speak her truth. Mixing Swedish hip-hop, punk, and attitude-laden rap, she writes about power, independence, and breaking every rule that tries to cage her. 

She’s fearless, socially conscious, and armed with lyrics that hit like a punch but still carry heart. In her own words: "I’m here to make noise, take space, and remind every girl out there – you decide who you are."

- Vera & Lovisa -
Introducing two swedish sisters. Their first single, "Wanna Go Home. They are currently working on a album.

- No Saints -
Since "CASSIZ" decided to reform, a new member arrived, they are now called No Saints, and they have re-released the old album, in another name. Enjoy!
And btw, they have an upcoming album, and it will shake you, they promise!

- Wolfwood Crew -
Wolfwood Crew are Jonas “Ridge” Larsson, Sara “North” Ánde, Luke “Timber” O’Connor, and Elin “Silver” Andersdotter – a Nordic country-rap force where banjo meets 808s, and outlaw grit collides with northern nights.

- bAAb -
bAAb is a Swedish melodic hip-hop trio featuring Alicia (lead vocals/hooks), Oscar (rap/lyrics), and Patrik (producer/DJ). They blend dark trap beats, guitar/piano loops, and big choruses – street with heart. Every track hides a subtle ABBA nod as an easter egg for listeners to discover. bAAb moves between late-night club anthems and emotional ballads – always with strong hooks and straight-up storytelling.

- Milo Björkman -
Introducing Milo Björkman
At just 20 years old, Milo Björkman writes songs that feel like pages torn from a diary – honest, unpolished, and deeply human. With a voice that blends warmth and vulnerability, he turns everyday moments and quiet emotions into melodies that stay with you long after the music fades.

- Sofia -
Our most productive artist. With 3 album, all in swedish, and 2 cover-albums, she continues to deliver songs directly from her heart.

- AMAZONS -
A swedish band, singing pop, country, rock and a touch of swedish dansband.
Mikaela is front, backup is Thomas, Erik and Giovanni.

- ALL ALIVE -
A combined swedish/american duo, sings rock, powerrock and melodius ballads.
Patricia and Matthew

- AKLEYA -
A group of four swedish females, sings raw Nordic Folktunes combined with alternative rock.
Elsa, Sabina, Pernilla and Lovisa.

- MIDNIGHT MERCY -
A swedish hardrockband. Sing melodic hardrock, alternative rock songs.
The band´s member: Antonio, Johan, Stefan, Martin and Viktor.

- NOVA5 -
Five young guys trying to make a revival of the 90´s boybands. Singing catchy and melodius powerballads.
The group is, Patrick, (mostly singing), Anders, Carl, Sebastian and Marko.

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Coming up:
A lot of new songs from; CASSIZ, bAAb, NOVA5 and of course Sofia.

Contact: ymercbf@gmail.com

City, 253 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
East Melbourne, 122 George Street, East Melbourne
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Library at The Dock, 107 Victoria Harbour Prom
narrm ngarrgu Library, 141 Therry Street, Melbourne 
North Melbourne, 66 Errol Street, North Melbourne
Southbank Library at Boyd, 207 City Road

I'm a passionate, independent Christian songwriter. Thanks for sharing this musical journey with me. Appreciate your streams, feedback, comments, likes, and time!

Upper Room Media is a ministry of the Coptic Orthodox Church. Its mission is to bring the word of God from a timeless faith into your hearts and mind anywhere at anytime.

The Orthodox Church worships God in continuity with the earliest Church, and as such is the oldest Church. It is a Church of balance: between the mystical and the tangible; between spirituality and theology; between the worship of God and service to humanity. Everything is in balance, otherwise known as right worship, which means Orthodox. It is not a denomination, but rather pre-denominational. It is not a religion but rather a life with God in Christ. 

The Orthodox Church worships God in spirit and truth (John 4:24) and dynamically incarnates that truth in every age - empowering all people from all walks of life to love God, others, and themselves. 

Contact us for more information.

Project KT (standing for Knowledge Transfer) is the solo creative project of Kareem Tyler, a multidimensional being navigating the constraints of the physical realm through immersive, genre-blending artistry. Blending progressive rock, symphonic fusion, post‑punk ambience, and a touch of metallic catharsis, Project KT crafts cinematic soundscapes rooted in raw poetry, violin-led instrumentation, and emotional tension.

After a life-altering accident that caused partial vocal cord paralysis and ended his ability to play piano, Kareem reinvented his creative process with digital composition and visual art—turning personal trauma into transcendent expression. His music now explores loss, longing, and rebirth through long-form storytelling and orchestral depth. Though Project KT remains firmly his own vision—overseeing lyricism, production, and artwork—he is actively seeking a female vocalist collaborator to give voice to the remaining untold emotional core.

With a vibrant presence on Instagram and BandLab, Project KT continues building cross-medium narratives that fuse sound, image, and meaning. If you are a vocalist or visual artist drawn to gothic romanticism, cinematic drama, and genre-fluid experimentation, Project KT invites you into the echo.

Solive Raye is the sound of solitude given form, quiet thoughts turned into raw, melodic truths. An engineer and lifelong observer, Solive Raye writes for those who feel alone in crowded rooms, where silence speaks louder than words.


Blending dark, atmospheric tones with flickers of hope, his music lives in the in-between: not quite despair, not quite light, but something honest.


Raised in movement, from football fields to refereeing lines, he now wanders more internal landscapes, shaping every lyric with the precision of an outsider looking in.


Solive Raye doesn’t shout. He resonates.

At Kensington, we talk a lot. And sometimes those conversations are important or interesting. (Occasionally, both.) We want you to be able to listen in – something we share may be just what you need to hear.

At Midtown Presbyterian Church, we value honest questions and genuine community, working alongside one another as we discover more about what it means to follow Jesus in the modern world, and in Phoenix. You are welcome here.
Listen to our teachings in this podcast to follow us, and be sure to join us Sunday mornings; visit thespringmidtown.org to learn more.

I'm that YouTube Philosophy Guy! Find more than 3,000 videos in my main channel.  Support my video and podcast work!  https://www.patreon.com/sadler or https://www.buymeacoffee.com/A4quYdWoM

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New tracks tagged #identity