Formed in 2003 by songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, Sködt McNalty and Tara Rice, the band takes inspiration from life, literature and folklore. 5th PROJEKT’s music has been described as ‘one kaleidoscopic orgy of sound’ and explores an ethereal expanse of genres.
The band has received numerous accolades in the underground and independent music community. Their 5 albums to date have been featured on Top 30 college radio charts coast to coast in Canada, as well as on CBC Radio. The band has also garnered invitations to music festivals such as NXNE, CMW, Toronto Indie Week, Rockergrrl, Lupercalia, Otherfolk, as well as music award nominations for the Toronto Independent Music Awards, the Ontario Independent Music Awards and the Orange County Music Awards in California. 5th PROJEKT’s passion for touring has taken them from Ontario to Quebec, New Brunswick, PEI and Nova Scotia making new friends and fans along the way.
The band is currently finishing the recording of their anticipated new album, “Gamma-Wave Rhythm”.
Resistance
5th Projekt Lyrics
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Just before I attempt to explore, they depart, leaving empty space…
so how can you pilot the planet?
how can you be insightful change?
and how do you know this moment has the
present creation to arrange?
The way to make the doubt go away;
Harm cannot be if resistance doesn't exist,
In this space, do you know your place?
are your parts and pieces grounded in a systematic manner?
Overindulge the gray - as my ego walks through, I secure the door.
She protests…what did you do that for?
haven't we made a great force so far?
and do you really think you'll ever find...
The way to make the doubt go away?
Harm cannot be if resistance doesn't exist,
so I'll surrender ceremoniously.
silence has a voice
nothing is created outside
only within this void
i'm going to drop the ball
and i'm going to let it fall
to lay bare
The lyrics in 5th Projekt's song "Resistance" discuss the fleeting nature of dreams and revelations and the struggle to make a meaningful impact on the world. The singer questions how it's possible to be an agent of change and how to discern the right moment to act. They seek clarity and a way to alleviate their doubts, ultimately concluding that surrender is the answer. The line "Harm cannot be if resistance doesn't exist" suggests that resistance is inherently harmful or that fighting against something only perpetuates harm. Surrendering or letting go is seen as a way to move beyond this cycle of harm.
The juxtaposition of the personal struggles and metaphysical questions with the imagery of piloting the planet and creating a "great force" emphasizes the theme of individual vs. collective impact. The singer recognizes their own limitations but also acknowledges the potential for collective action. The final lines, "silence has a voice, nothing is created outside, only within this void" reflect on the power of introspection and the idea that all creation comes from within. The phrase "I'm going to drop the ball and I'm going to let it fall to lay bare" could be interpreted as a willingness to let go of control and allow things to unfold naturally.
Line by Line Meaning
They appear as quickly as they escape, these dreams and revelations.
These ideas and insights come and go quickly, leaving a void that needs to be filled.
Just before I attempt to explore, they depart, leaving empty space…
Just as I try to delve deeper into these ideas, they disappear, leaving me with nothing.
so how can you pilot the planet?
How can anyone have control over the world?
how can you be insightful change?
How can one make a meaningful, positive impact on the world?
and how do you know this moment has the present creation to arrange?
How do we know what we do in this moment will lead to something meaningful in the future?
The way to make the doubt go away;
The solution to overcoming doubt and uncertainty.
Harm cannot be if resistance doesn't exist,
Conflict and resistance are necessary to avoid harm and danger.
so I'll surrender ceremoniously.
I will let go of control and submit to the forces of the world.
In this space, do you know your place?
Do you have a clear understanding of your role and purpose in this world?
are your parts and pieces grounded in a systematic manner?
Are all aspects of your life organized and connected in a meaningful way?
Overindulge the gray - as my ego walks through, I secure the door.
Give in to ambiguity and uncertainty, while still protecting oneself from harm.
She protests…what did you do that for?
Someone questions my actions and choices.
haven't we made a great force so far?
Haven't we accomplished a lot and made significant progress?
and do you really think you'll ever find...
Are these questions meant to be answered?
silence has a voice
Even in the absence of sound, there is still meaning and communication.
nothing is created outside
Everything is interconnected and influenced by the environment it exists in.
only within this void
Only within emptiness and ambiguity can true growth and creation happen.
i'm going to drop the ball
I will let go of control and allow things to happen naturally.
and i'm going to let it fall
I will not try to control or influence the outcome.
to lay bare
To expose the truth and reveal what is beneath the surface.
Contributed by Samantha J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.