Multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and frontman for internationally renowned… Read Full Bio ↴Multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and frontman for internationally renowned experimental rock outfit The Pineapple Thief as well Wisdom of Crowds an electronic/experimental project, where Bruce collaborated with Jonas Renkse. They released their debut album in 2013.
He Played as a session live guest on Katatonia's ‘Dethroned & Uncrowned – Unplugged & Reworked’ tour in may 2014.
As a Solo Artist he got two Releases: S/t (2015) , All this will be yours (2019).

Pleasure
Bruce Soord Lyrics

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I am your reason
I break your fall
I am your pleasure
I taste your soul

You want for nothing
I have it all
I give you pleasure

And so you will know

Thank me for mercy
I'll keep the flame
Get on your knees now
I'll show you pain

Thank me for meaning
I am your world
I am your pleasure
And so you will know

There's a cure in my pocket that I'm saving for a special day
There's a cure in my pocket that will make it all just go away

Can you hear me calling?
Can you see me falling?
Can you feel me hurting
In your mind?
I can tell this feeling
The pleasure is demeaning
But I know there's nothing
In your mind

Thank me for meaning
I am your world
I am your pleasure
And so you will know

There's a cure in my pocket that I'm saving for a special day
There's a cure in my pocket that will make it all just go away

Can you hear me calling?
Can you see me falling?
Can you feel me hurting
In your mind?
I can tell this feeling
The pleasure is demeaning

But I know there's nothing
In your mind

Overall Meaning

The song "Pleasure" by Bruce Soord is a haunting and introspective exploration of addiction and control. The opening lines, "I am your reason/I break your fall/I am your pleasure/I taste your soul" suggest that the singer is in control, providing pleasure and acting as a safety net for the singer. The lines "Thank me for mercy/I'll keep the flame/Get on your knees now/I'll show you pain" suggest a darker side to the singer's intentions, as they effectively hold the singer hostage with their ability to provide both pleasure and pain.

The lines "There's a cure in my pocket that I'm saving for a special day/There's a cure in my pocket that will make it all just go away" indicate that the singer is aware that their addiction is destructive, and that there is a way out, but they are not yet ready to take it. The chorus, "Can you hear me calling/Can you see me falling/Can you feel me hurting/In your mind?/I can tell this feeling/The pleasure is demeaning/But I know there's nothing/In your mind" speaks to the powerlessness and desperation often felt by those struggling with addiction.

Overall, "Pleasure" is a reminder of the destructive nature of addiction and the importance of getting help when needed.

Line by Line Meaning

I am your reason
I am the justification for all your actions.

I break your fall
I prevent you from hitting rock bottom.

I am your pleasure
I give you temporary satisfaction and enjoyment.

I taste your soul
I have a profound impact on your being and essence.

You want for nothing
All your desires are fulfilled by me.

I have it all
I possess everything you need and want.

I give you pleasure
I am the source of your immediate gratification.

And so you will know
You will become aware of the power I hold over you.

Thank me for mercy
Show gratitude for my willingness to forgive.

I'll keep the flame
I'll control and maintain the intensity of our relationship.