Chinchilla continues the amusing traditio… Read Full Bio ↴1) German power metal band
Chinchilla continues the amusing tradition of oddly-named German power metal bands (imagine trying to promote a tour consisting of Chinchilla, Squealer, and Custard in America). Their early history is a bit murky — they formed in 1988 and by 1990 had recorded an album, No Mercy, of which not a lot is known (it’s not even listed on the official site’s discography), and after guitarist Udo Gerstenmeyer left the band, they folded soon afterwards. Four years later, Gerstenmeyer recruited a completely different lineup and recorded what initially was a demo, but turned into the Who Is Who EP. More lineup changes ensued, and finally the band had some stable footing, releasing Horrorscope in 1998 before signing with Metal Blade in 2000. The 2000 release, Madness, is the album reviewed here. Not surprisingly, Chinchilla’s style is rooted in Euro power metal 80’s-style. They don’t have the galloping pace of a Gamma Ray, but are more of a mid-paced melodic power metal band, maybe not too far removed from Iron Savior or Sinner. Overall, Madness is a competent album. It’s not going to set the world alight nor impress anyone with originality, but the staples of the genre (singalong choruses, simple but nicely constructed riffs, a power ballad or two, and so forth) are here for the listening, with the interesting cover choice of Kiss’ “I Stole Your Love” (staying relatively faithful to the original) thrown in for good measure.
After two releases in 2000 and 2002 with the same members, the the lineup change bug has bitten again, with three new members joining the band in 2002, eventually releasing Madtropolis a year later. They still aren’t interested in innovation (writing a song called “Heavy Metal” in 2003 seems a bit behind the times, particularly given its Manowar-ish anthemic chorus), but no doubt European audiences will like this.
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2) American indie rock band
Chinchilla was an all-girl group from San Diego in the mid-90’s. They released a few EPs, followed by their only full-length, “101 Italian Hits”, in 1996 on Crisis/Revelation Records
3) UK artist
CHINCHILLA is a London-based emerging artist that’s capturing the attention of music listeners with her debut EP ‘Awakening.‘ The alluring project details a journey of self-realization and touches on topics like female empowerment, sexuality, body positivity, and more. Her unapologetic aura has been a constant presence in her music since her first release in 2019.
Satellite
Chinchilla Lyrics
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I thought we were so close, but now we are miles apart
I know, nothing is for granted with the things called love
Sometimes it hurts so much, is it really a gift from above?
I'm not so sure, sometimes it's hard to understand
It only seems obscure
And all the colours around me are fading into grey
Maybe I was too sure, but it's still hard to understand
It seems so obscure
Sometimes I feel like a satellite alone on my way
Sometimes I feel like a satellite in outer space with an aching heart
Sometimes I feel like a satellite I've got nothing more to say
Sometimes I feel like a satellite somewhere out in the dark
You wrote me letters in which you've tried to explain
But I'm sorry the feeling that remains is still only the pain
You want me to be your friend, but I don't know if I'm able to
For the moment it seems too hard, because I still feel too much for you
I don't know, maybe there will come a time, But for now
Is there anybody out there maybe just another satellite
Is there anybody out there who leads me through the darkest night
Is there anybody out there who deserves to heal my broken heart
Is there anybody out there I can put my trust in right from the start
The lyrics of Chinchilla's song Satellite express the emotional pain of distance and separation in a relationship. The song talks about lost love and the confusion and sorrow that comes with it. The first verse sets the tone for the song as the singer talks about being ready to open their heart and feeling close with their loved one. However, the distance has caused them to feel uncertain and left them questioning if the love they have is really a gift from above. This uncertainty and confusion is further reflected in the second verse, as the singer talks about feeling like a satellite in outer space with an aching heart. The imagery of being stranded and alone in space conveys the feeling of helplessness and isolation that often comes with lost love.
As the song progresses, the singer talks about the difficulty of moving on from the relationship. The third verse talks about the letters the singer received from their loved one explaining why things didn't work out, yet nothing can ease the pain. The final verse expresses a desire for someone to heal the broken heart and the longing for trust in love. Ultimately, the song conveys the emotional turmoil that comes with heartbreak and the desire for connection and understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
After all these years I was ready to open my heart
I was emotionally prepared to let someone in after waiting for so long
I thought we were so close, but now we are miles apart
I believed we had a strong connection, but now we're separated by distance or emotional disconnect
I know, nothing is for granted with the things called love
I understand that love is unpredictable and cannot be taken for granted
Sometimes it hurts so much, is it really a gift from above?
Love can be incredibly painful, so I question if it is truly a blessing
I'm not so sure, sometimes it's hard to understand
I'm uncertain about love because it can be difficult to comprehend
It only seems obscure
Love can be hazy and unclear
And now you don't pay any attention to any word I say
You don't listen to me anymore, and it's causing problems in our relationship
And all the colours around me are fading into grey
My world is becoming dull and joyless because of our situation
Maybe I was too sure, but it's still hard to understand
Perhaps I was overly confident, but it's still challenging to grasp the situation
It seems so obscure
Our relationship is convoluted and difficult
Sometimes I feel like a satellite alone on my way
I experience loneliness and detachment like a satellite drifting in space
Sometimes I feel like a satellite in outer space with an aching heart
I feel like a satellite in space whose heart is broken and empty
Sometimes I feel like a satellite I've got nothing more to say
At times, I feel speechless and unable to express my emotions like a satellite adrift in space
Sometimes I feel like a satellite somewhere out in the dark
I feel isolated and lost in the unknown like a satellite in the darkness of space
You wrote me letters in which you've tried to explain
You've written me letters to clarify things
But I'm sorry the feeling that remains is still only the pain
Unfortunately, the only thing that remains after reading your letters is the emotional pain
You want me to be your friend, but I don't know if I'm able to
You want to maintain a friendship, but I don't know if I'm capable of that at the moment
For the moment it seems too hard, because I still feel too much for you
It's difficult to be just friends because I still have strong feelings for you
I don't know, maybe there will come a time, But for now
I'm uncertain about the future, but for the present,
Is there anybody out there maybe just another satellite
I wonder if there's anyone else out there who feels as lost and alone as I do
Is there anybody out there who leads me through the darkest night
I'm searching for someone to guide me through the toughest times
Is there anybody out there who deserves to heal my broken heart
I want to find someone who is worthy of repairing my broken heart
Is there anybody out there I can put my trust in right from the start
I'm searching for someone trustworthy and reliable to begin a new, healthy relationship with
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER GENTRY, JOHN HUTCHINSON DEAN, MATTHEW EVERITT, SIMON IAN WHITE, STUART BLACK
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