Sea of Voices

Porter Robinson

About Sea of Voices

"Sea of Voices" is a song recorded by American electronic music producer Porter Robinson. It was released on March 3, 2014 as the first single from his debut studio album Worlds (2014). The track revealed the tone of Worlds as emotional and nostalgic, as opposed to his older complextro dance music style. The song features uncredited vocals from Breanne Düren. The song was a hit on the American Dance/Electronic Songs chart.


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2014
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We'll see creation come undone

We'll see creation come undone
These bones that bound will be gone
We'll stir our spirits 'til we're one
Then softest shadows will be gone

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Porter Robinson

Porter Robinson (born July 15, 1992) is an American electronic dance music producer and DJ from Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He primarily produces and DJs in the electro house genre. more »

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Written by: Breanne Durenberger, Porter Weston Robinson

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11 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Sea of Voices" is an exemplary blend of electronic music with symphonic elements. The song's creation involved transforming electronic music into a symphonic piece which had not been done before in mainstream music.
Album Contribution
The song is part of Porter Robinson's debut album, 'Worlds,' which was released in 2014. The album is known for its unique approach to electronic music, as it links elements of fantasy and reality for its listeners.
Unique Presentation
Unlike most electronic dance music, "Sea of Voices" is very slow-burning and atmospheric, gradually building towards its climax. This unique presentation makes it stand out in the album.
Influence
The song, much like the rest of the album, was greatly influenced by Robinson's interest in video games, anime, and Japanese culture overall. This influence is manifested in the ethereal, otherworldly sound of the song.
Impact
Despite its departure from the usual EDM sound, the song was well received by fans and critics. Many praised its inventiveness and emotive power.
Song Duration
"Sea of Voices" is the longest song on the 'Worlds' album. It lasts for 4 minutes 58 seconds, offering a calming and introspective musical experience.
Live Performances
During live performances, Robinson often pairs "Sea of Voices" with a dazzling light show, enhancing the ethereal and immersive nature of the song.
Song Promotion
Porter Robinson debuted "Sea of Voices" on social media with a 56 second snippet which got exciting responses from fans, building anticipation for the full-length track.
Music Video
The song was released with an audio-visual experience creating an ambiance that complements the mood of the song. The video is of an animated world, further confirming Robinson's influence from anime and video games.
Personal Relevance
"Sea of Voices" was created during a phase in Robinson's life when he was trying to redefine his musical style and was a bold and risky departure from his previous work.
Credit
Despite being the primary artist, Porter Robinson also credits Breanne Düren and Sean Caskey as additional vocals in "Sea of Voices".

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