Astrid once again delivers an otherworldly heartfelt vocal performance.

Music: ZEMANDAN
Vocals: Astrid Solvrid

Lyrics:

Once I was light, now I’m ash in the storm  
My heart was whole, now it’s tattered and worn  
Why do I linger on?  
Why do I linger on?

Wandered through dreams, now I’m caught in the frost  
Fell from the skies, every hope has been lost  
Just a whisper in the static  
Why do I linger on?

Fraying, fading, torn by the void  
Hunting for a spark that the dark has destroyed  

Cos I, I  
Can’t touch the warmth of dawn  
But I’ll claw through the dark  
Can’t touch the warmth of dawn  
But one day, I’ll spark  
One day, I’ll spark  

Mm, mm, ah
Mm, mm, mm  

When did it die? All the fire I owned  
Stranded in cold, with no path to be shown  
No soul to hear my calling  
Why do I linger on?

Sinking through time, with no echo to save  
I’m still here  

Cos I, I  
Can’t touch the warmth of dawn  
But I’ll claw through the dark  
Can’t touch the warmth of dawn  
But one day, I’ll spark  
One day, I’ll glow

Nameless I roam, through a world that’s gone gray  
Not what I’ve been, but what I’ll forge someday  
Something I’m strive for  
Something I’m forged for  
Something I’m forged for

Why Do I Linger On

Songs for Social Change

Hello, and thank you for taking the time to listen.  
My name is Johnny, a lifelong musician and songwriter whose work is deeply rooted in the pursuit of justice, equality, and meaningful change. For as long as I can remember, music has been my voice, my weapon, and my sanctuary—a way to channel the frustrations, hopes, and dreams of a world in turmoil.  

My songs are a reflection of the turbulent times in which we live. They are anthems for the marginalized, the oppressed, and the forgotten—those who bear the weight of systemic inequality, poverty, and injustice. Through my music, I aim to amplify the voices of minorities, the poor, the sick, and the downtrodden, shining a light on the struggles they endure in a society that often turns a blind eye.  

At the heart of my work is a call to resist the oppressive grip of the billionaire class, whose unchecked power and greed have eroded the foundations of our democracy. My lyrics are a rallying cry, urging listeners to awaken to the realities of our world, to challenge the status quo, and to fight for a future where equity and justice are not just ideals, but realities.  

But my music is not just a critique of what is wrong—it is also a beacon of hope. I strive to inspire others to join the fight, to look in the mirror and confront the uncomfortable truths of our nation’s bloody history. Only by acknowledging the past can we begin to heal and move forward. My songs are a tribute to the dreamers and the activists who came before us, and a call to carry their torch into the future.  

Above all, I seek to honor the vision of John Lennon and countless others who dared to imagine a world of peace, love, and unity. Through my music, I hope to contribute to that vision.  

Thank you for listening, and thank you for being part of the movement for change. Together, we can create a world where justice, compassion, and humanity prevail.

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I'll make it weird-Promise! 🔥
NEW: Super Cereal EP → https://open.spotify.com/album/4nnbYipcqMZMtP7Ld0AzSv
Bacon Milkshakes → https://open.spotify.com/album/1JODJyczhwcBxxPIl28ecG

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Progressive house + cinematic dubstep + bacon techno chaos!

Bookings: zemandan@hotmail.com 🧙‍♀️⚡

J J Samuel
33 | Norwich, UK
Songwriter since 15 | AI-Powered Producer
#RnB #Soul #Pop #EDM #WorldFusion #YODETRONICA

New songs coming soon‼️🚨

I WRITE EVERY WORD. EVERY STORY. 100% ME.
Love, family, resilience – or wild new worlds from scratch. ✍️❤️
I invent fresh concepts, twist genres, and just created:
🎧 YODETRONICA – yodeling meets futuristic EDM. First of its kind. 🚀
AI? MY TOOL, NOT MY VOICE.
I design every prompt, every vibe, every twist.
AI turns my lyrics + ideas into sound.
I don’t sing the main vocals – but I DO use MY VOICE for:
🎤 Yodels
🎤 Ad-libs
🎤 Backing layers & sound effects
All raw, all me.
I’m now TRAINING AI to match HUMAN SOUL.
Through deep research + endless experiments, I’m teaching it real emotion, breath, and phrasing – the way I would sing if I had a studio band.
AI isn’t replacing talent… it’s learning from mine. 🎙️🤖
Vocals: SUNO V5 + my raw demos (yodels, falsettos, emotion)
Mix: I tweak, polish, obsess till it hits hard. 🎧

🔥 NEW COLLABS LIVE
🎵 Climb That Ladder w/ King Chico
🎵 A Little Closer w/ Eric Georgesco
MORE DROPS SOON. STAY READY. 🚨

OPEN TO COLLABS – LET’S CREATE TOGETHER
Got beats? Need lyrics? Want to test AI or build in YODETRONICA?
I’m here to HELP – for FREE.
No hate, just music. Let’s grow together. 🤝🎶

Father | Partner | Day-Job Hustler
Running a business by day, scribbling lyrics at night.
Every idea jotted in spare moments – then AI brings it to life. 📝✨
Hit play. Feel the climb.
Like | Repost | DM me
#SongwriterFirst #AIisMyAlly #WeRiseTogether #YODETRONICA

Welcome to my page.

I appreciate all the comments, likes and repost that you leave me in my compositions.

I make music for fun and to get away. I have multiple styles, although my biggest influence is in electronic music.

I am self taught and learned with Music Studio 2 on a first generation ipad 11 years ago. I have never composed before. Perform more than 80 songs a year for the first 6-7 years to learn about the program and develop creativity to compose. I have listened to different types of music throughout my life and maybe that has helped me.

I still compose only with an ipad (last generation), but I no longer work only with native MS2 instruments since I have expanded my instrument library with programs such as Audiokit, Digital D1, kv331, Sunrizer, etc ...

My music can be downloaded, but not used for commercial purposes (my authorization is required).

During the last two years I have encouraged myself to collaborate with professional or self-taught musicians like me. Are these:

Annie Smart

Dan DT

Loue ghazi

Lukowig

Mirjam Keijnemans

Nathalie B20

Subzero

Osc Project

Vicent

Winkanwoo

Wypernet

Thanks to them for their generous timeshare and patience.

You can contact me by sending me a message through SC.

Thanks for visiting.

Why Do I Linger On

•ZEMANDAN•