Initially under Ola Andersson on guitars, Tomas Erlandsson on drums, Jens Appelgren on vocals and Jerry Sahlin on both keyboards and drums, Fairyland was started by members of a music school in Malmö. Amongst various line-up changes, Fairlyland changed its name into A.C.T in 1995. In 1996 A.C.T first came into the public eye when it made its way to the final of a Swedish music competition, although it did not win.
In 1997 a new demo was recorded and the band toured extensively in Sweden, eventually recording its debut album, ‘Today’s Report’, released in 1999. Following the release of this album, A.C.T embarked on a Scandinavian tour with the progressive rock band Saga. In 2001, the second album ‘Imaginary Friends’ was recorded, after which the band went on a European tour supporting Fish. In 2003, A.C.T’s third album ‘Last Epic’ was released, and the band went on a European tour with former Genesis singer Ray Wilson.
In 2006, A.C.T signed with the label InsideOut and returned with the album ‘Silence’. InsideOut has subsequently re-released the first three albums as special editions, with bonus tracks and enhanced booklets.
Introduction
A.C.T Lyrics
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Throwing that all away on someone
Who turned from your favorite person
To your least favorite in a matter of months is shattering
Completely defeating
This album is a story of love, heartbreak and what's come after
I'm not over you, but I've accepted that you're bad for me
You're no longer the person I fell in love with
And probably will for a long time
They're the only memory of you that means anything anymore
I hope you hear this
Thanks, for nothing
The lyrics to A.C.T's "Introduction" reflect the artist's dedication and lifelong engagement with hip hop. His identity and success are intertwined with the genre and the lyrics speak to his mastery of the art form. The first two lines directly connect A.C.T's upbringing and his identity to hip hop culture, stating, "I came in this Hip-Hop, raised in this Hip-Hop/ Everything I am I done shaped up in this rap." For A.C.T, his passion and skill are intertwined with the genre, and he has become a modern-day mogul, comparing himself to the legendary Steve Jobs, stating "Mastered the art, I'm the flow's modern Steve Jobs."
Line by Line Meaning
I came in this Hip-Hop, raised in this Hip-Hop
Hip-hop is my origin, my upbringing, and my foundation.
Everything I am I done shaped up in this rap
My identity and personality are molded and influenced by rap music.
Graduated with my pad and pen when the beat rock
I am a skilled lyricist and have honed my craft through practice and dedication.
Born from simplicity, my thoughts causing big shock
My ideas are often straightforward, but they have a profound impact on those who listen.
Mastered the art, I’m the flow’s modern Steve Jobs
I have achieved mastery in rap and I am a visionary in the genre.
Unearthing my ether, these bars hot I deliver
I am uncovering my creativity and my rhymes are powerful and impactful.
Sipping through your mind and my rhymes y’all could shiver
My words penetrate your thoughts and emotions and leave a lasting impression.
I rep the block, set the bar y’all could quiver
I represent and am a leader among my community while also setting a high standard for others to follow.
I brought Hip-Hop back and son I deliver
I have revitalized and championed the true essence and culture of hip-hop music.
I’m the type of cat with the bars jabbing crazy
I am a rapper with a unique and powerful style of lyricism that pierces through the listener.
Flow so gravy that your momma tried to birth me
My flow is so smooth and effortless that it seems like I was born with it.
Rapping from the block and your block gotta pay me
My talent and reputation as a rapper command respect and payment from even the toughest neighborhoods.
I’m hotter on the block and your block needs an AC
I am at the top of my game in the rap industry and I bring the heat wherever I go.
I put sacrifice on my life when I emcee
I have made significant sacrifices in my personal life in order to pursue my passion for rapping.
Gotta work a nine to five, a seven-thirty-one
I have to work a regular job during the day in addition to my rap career in order to make ends meet.
Pillow talk with my thoughts when they say I’m the one!
I have moments of deep introspection when I contemplate my role as an influential rapper and my impact on the world.
I’m chasing for a dollar and my season just begun
I am committed to making a successful career out of my talent and am ready to start achieving more.
The illest emcee and I rise upon the Sun
I am the best rapper out there and I rise to the top every day with my talent and passion.
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Written by: Carter Hamilton
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Jeremy The Ape
For those who are reading this comment and are struggling... I see you and you're not alone 🧡️
To me the first step is challenging our inner voice versus just accepting everything it says... which takes practice, but I've found is well worth it. After all the most important relationship we will ever have is with ourselves.
r011ing_thunder
So what am I wearing
Justin Fair
Thank you I needed to read this.
Sean
I'm looking into this now. I am recovering from insomnia, and today I'm supposed to have a first date, but my thoughts were racing last night, and needless to say I didn't sleep. I put too much importance on sleep, and then the worries about the date. The mind truly just wants to help us, but it seems to cause problems at the wrong time.
Pepe Deez Nutz
How many fingers am I holding up?
Pepe Deez Nutz
@Sean did you hit that?
SavannaO
I was struggling with acceptance for a long time. I had even gone to the Zen institute to help me with all of my problems and even then I knew I still have a dream/dreams. I'm glad I woke up today feeling like it's okay that people don't understand me and that I'm not alone. Even though I knew this I couldn't focus on what I wanted to, because (with my seizures and thoughts making this all worse) I was focusing on my thoughts and literally in my head looking AT! my thoughts. We all do this, but I also believe following your heart and dreams is so important. Gain wisdom, be you, we all know what acceptance is, have love and be positive. <3
Cody Peterson
Thank you. I have been rehabilitated, thus no need to worry. Place confidence instead of doubt and watch with wonder.
Frames To Mind
Values change over the span of life due to external changes, such as death in family, getting lucky if you were not, moving to a different culture, or getting stuck and bullied where you grow up… so, at that point the human will feel lost as the values do not work anymore to hold on, therefore one need to take a chance to change ones values! This is really the first step of acceptance for most people when things in life get overwhelmed and impossible to navigate through! Accept that change of your values is a part of your life span just like seasons change and then understand is Your chance to go forward and build New values that won’t be the ones your family and culture installed in you but if you take this chance they will become yours and yours Only!
Good luck from 🇸🇪
Klarity*11
I had this therapy recommended to me as part of my program for chronic pain. It may help my emotions, but I don't see how it can do anything for severe physical pain.