Shanti / Ashtangi
Madonna · Ray Of Light
Sandarsita svatma sukhavabodhe
Nihsreyase jangalikayamane
Sansara halahala moha santyai
Hala hala
Ahahu purusakaram sankha cakrasi
Ahahu purusakaram sankha cakrasi
Dharinam dharinam sahasra sirasam
Dharinam dharinam sahasra sirasam
Vande
Om Shanti, Om Shanti
Shanti shanti
Shantay Om
[repeat]
[repeat entire song]
I worship the gurus' lotus feet
Awakening the happiness of the self revealed
Beyond comparison, working like the jungle physician
To pacify loss of consciousness from the poison of existence
In the form of a man up to the shoulders
Holding a conch, discus and sword
Thousand headed, white
I bow respectfully
Peace
Shanti / Ashtangi
Madonna's "Shanti / Ashtangi" serves as the closing track on her 1998 album "Ray Of Light," marking a significant shift toward ambient and electronic textures in her discography. The song features a haunting, ethereal soundscape that blends Indian classical influences with modern production, reflecting the album's exploration of spirituality and introspection. As part of her broader body of work during this era, the track exemplifies her willingness to experiment with genre boundaries, moving away from pop conventions toward a more atmospheric and meditative style. Its inclusion on "Ray Of Light" underscores the cohesive nature of the record, which remains a landmark in her career for its innovative use of sound and mood.