“elephant girl” is a story of transformation and the spiritual awakening of a female person with a disability. The title of the song is in reference to Elephant Man, a true story of a person who was judged and maltreated exclusively because of his appearance. It is essential to remember that not all disabilities are visible to the eye but that does not mean they are not a reality.

"elephant girl" (official lyrics) 

Verse 1: 
Little girl what are you fighting for 
Little girl what are you looking for 
Little girl where do you fit in 
Little girl where do you belong 

Prechorus: 
One more one more one more game to play 
One more one more one more blame to prove 
One more one more one more thing to say 
One more one more one more… 

Chorus: 
Cuz I’m big girl now 
Don’t tell me who to be 
Cuz I’m big girl now 
Don’t tell me what to say 

I’m sick of all the rules, sick of all the tools, sick of all the games, so don’t tell me what to do. I’m sick of all the rules, sick of all the games, sick of all the tools, so don’t tell me what to say. I’m sick of all the rules, sick of all the games, sick of all the tools, so don’t tell me what to do 

Verse 2: 
You’re not a communal body for a sacrifice 
Ya take cover in that secret life 
Those smiles and ties of what you think you are 
Won’t fool no one, not even yourself 

Prechorus: 
One more one more one more game to play 
One more one more one more blame to prove 
One more one more one more thing to say 
One more one more one more… 

Chorus: 
Cuz I’m a big girl now 
I’m just trying to find my place 
Yeah I’m a big girl now 
I’m just starting to lose my trace 

I’m sick of all the rules, sick of all the games, sick of all the tools, so don’t tell me what to do. I’m sick of all the rules, sick of all the games, sick of all the tools, so don’t tell me what to say. Don’t tell me what to do! And, don’t tell me what to say! 

“Tis true, my form is something odd, but blaming me is blaming God.” Isaac Watts
credits
released December 3, 2020 
Music Credits: 
Produced by Vinok 
Mixed by Paul [P-Dub] Walton 
Mastered by Jon Astely 
Recorded by Zvokoceh Studios 
Lead Vocals, Backs, & Keys: Nathalie 
Drums: Ilya 
Guitars: Johnny 
Bass: Anton 
Sound Design: Alexiy Drizzit

elephant girl

VINOK’s song “critical” is about a person seeking hope despite an overwhelmingly tragic environment. It’s a cry for unity despite the odds of fate telling otherwise. This song is for those who have felt helpless for too long yet keep finding the courage and strength to fight back against an oppressive world.

critical

'Holy Fool' is the first full album by Ukrainian-American indie-rock band Vinok. The 11-track album has been in the works over the past two years. Each song has a unique story to tell and addresses social justice issues ranging from disability rights to feminism, politics, and religion. 

“Our musical endeavors in this album are a pathway to reveal the insanity of the world in a creatively insane manner,” said Nathalie lead vocalist of the band. 

'Holy Fool' was mixed by sound producer and engineer Paul ‘PDub’ Walton who worked with legends such as Bjork, U2, Madonna, Massive Attack, Birdy, and The Cure. The album was mastered by Rudy Martinez, who is a voting member of the Grammys as well as an active member of the Audio Engineering Society.

Music Credits: 
Produced by VINOK
Mixed by Paul [PDub] Walton
Mastered by Rudy Martinez
Recorded by Zvokoceh Studios 
Lead Vocals, Backs, & Keys: Nathalie
Drums: Ilya
Bass: Anton
Guitars: Andzh 
Guitars II: Johnny 
Sound Design: Alexey Drizzit

elephant girl

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