Everything At Once
Lenka · Two [2011]
As fast as a hare, as brave as a bear
As free as a bird, as neat as a word
As quite as a mouse, as big as a house
All I wanna be, all I wanna be, oh
All I wanna be is everything
As mean as a wolf, as sharp as a tooth
As deep as a bite, as dark as the night
As sweet as a song, as right as a wrong
As long as a road, as ugly as a toad
As pretty as a picture hanging from a fixture
Strong like a family, strong as I wanna be
Bright as day, as light as play
As hard as nails, as grand as a whale
All I wanna be, all I wanna be, oh
All I wanna be is everything
As warm as the, the sun, as silly as fun
As cool as a tree, as scary as the sea
As hot as fire, cold as ice
Sweet as sugar and everything nice
As old as time, as straight as a line
As royal as a queen, as buzzed as a bee
Stealth as a tiger, smooth as a glide
Pure as a melody, pure as I wanna be
All I wanna be, all I wanna be, oh
All I wanna be is everything
Everything At Once
Lenka's "Everything At Once" stands as a defining track from her 2011 album *Two*, blending indie pop sensibilities with a distinct vocal style that became a hallmark of her early career. The song captures a moment of emotional clarity amidst chaos, reflecting themes of overwhelm and self-awareness that resonate deeply within the indie music landscape of the early 2010s. Its production features a warm, organic sound that prioritizes melody and lyrical honesty over complex arrangements, establishing Lenka as a significant voice in the genre. The track has since been recognized for its enduring appeal, often cited alongside her other works like "Heart Skips A Beat" as a key example of her ability to craft intimate, relatable pop songs that bridge the gap between personal expression and broad accessibility.