After acrimonious fighting with that label and changing music times, the group broke off and has since released multiple independent albums to a devoted following of synthpop fans. They've also incorporated more industrial and techno influences. 1990's 'Peace' was notably followed up by 1993's 'Hope'.
As time went on, their music has received some critical acclaim. Their 2001 album 'Worth, which was recorded in 1991 but released later for legal reasons, is named by Allmusic as "one of the most beautifully dark synth-pop albums ever made." The band garnered attention for releasing a free EP entirely in MP3 format in 2003 as well.
Their official site is www.anythingbox.com, which contains several free song downloads. They also have an active MySpace page at www.myspace.com/anythingbox.
These titles are all available on iTunes digitally as stated, or on CD:
Elektrodelica (iTunes)
Hope V3(iTunes)
Worth V2 (iTunes + CdBaby.com)
Peace(iTunes + Most Retail Stores)
Recovered 1993-1995 (iTunes + CDBaby.com)
The Universe Is Expanding (iTunes)
The Effects of Stereo TV (iTunes + CDBaby.com)
100% Air-Friendly Groove Pak (iTunes + CDBaby.com)
The Diary 'Page One'(iTunes)
The Diary 'Separate'(iTunes + CDBaby.com)
Transitions
Anything Box Lyrics
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Listening to the airwaves,
I can hear your loneliness
Moving ever faster
Although thousand miles away...
Can you hear me calling you?
Watchin' as the rain falls,
I can almost see your face
I can feel the color of
Your eyes as they turn grey...
Can you hear me calling you?
Am I getting through to you?
Moving in the darkness,
I can almost feel you breath
I detect emotions that
I know you can conceive...
Will you recognize me when you
See me on the stairs?
As we are ascending
High above the summer air?
We'll be happy
We'll be happy
Let's go
The lyrics of Anything Box's song Transitions evoke a sense of longing and distance between two individuals. The first stanza talks about the loneliness of the person being addressed in the song, and how it seems to be getting worse despite the distance between them. The second stanza takes a sensory approach, with the rain almost allowing the singer to see the face of the other person, and even feel the color of their eyes as they turn grey. The third stanza delves into a more intimate aspect of the relationship, with the singer claiming to almost feel the other person's breath in the darkness and detect their emotions. The song ends with a hope for a future where they can be happy together.
Overall, the song speaks of a desire for connection and understanding, despite obstacles that may be in the way. It presents a universal theme of wanting to bridge the gap between two people that are separated by physical or emotional distance.
Line by Line Meaning
Listening to the airwaves,
I am tuned into the medium of radio waves and am attentive to any messages of loneliness.
I can hear your loneliness
I am perceiving the isolation that you feel resonating from your voice.
Moving ever faster
This feeling of loneliness is becoming increasingly urgent and pervasive.
Although thousand miles away...
Despite the distance between us, I am still able to detect your emotional struggles.
Can you hear me calling you?
I am attempting to connect with you and wondering if my efforts are being received.
Am I getting through to you?
I am seeking confirmation that you are hearing my words and understanding my feelings.
Watchin' as the rain falls,
I am noticing the precipitation and pondering the metaphorical implications for our relationship.
I can almost see your face
I am picturing your visage in my mind's eye and feeling a sense of longing.
I can feel the color of
I am imagining the hues of your irises and experiencing a nostalgic ache.
Your eyes as they turn grey...
I am sensing a fading of brightness or liveliness in your demeanor.
Moving in the darkness,
I am physically traversing a dim environment with a sense of aimlessness.
I can almost feel you breath
I am imagining your proximity and sensing the warmth of your breath on my skin.
I detect emotions that
I am able to pick up on subtle indications of your feelings.
I know you can conceive...
I have faith in your ability to empathize and understand my own emotions.
Will you recognize me when you
I am wondering if our respective journeys will eventually intersect and if you will acknowledge me when they do.
See me on the stairs?
Perhaps we will encounter each other while ascending or descending a flight of stairs.
As we are ascending
In this hypothetical scenario, we are experiencing ascension together.
High above the summer air?
We are suspended in a location elevated from the summer climate, both literally and metaphorically.
We'll be happy
I am expressing a desire for our future together to be marked by joy.
We'll be happy
I am repeating this sentiment for emphasis and emotional impact.
Let's go
I am expressing a definitive intention to pursue this brighter future together.
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