2. Doom/Sludge band from Saramento, CA - formed by members of Caulfield
Not to be confused with Australian 1980’s band The Church most famous for their hit-single “Under The Milky Way”.
Disenchanted
Church Lyrics
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Hands full of money you always wanted to have
Saying sweet life is a downright drag
Down to the very last seed in the bag
As if it's never gonna end
And the scene is through
Summer slipped under in this neighborhood
I'd like to hold onto you if I could
My disenchanted friend
They say that character you play is rising fast
So you get drunk, make a half second jump
And experience it as the past
But this is it, the closer you get
The deeper you go, the tighter the net looks to me
Do you enjoy the view
They say it makes you dizzy your first time up there
Till you get used to breathing rareified air
Auditioning for the part of Mr. Despair
Well I know him personally
And this hotel's a zoo
You gotta be some creature to get a room in here
You can live like a king on a throne of tears
It's a mighty long way from the innocent years
And it waits inevitably
(Chorus)
And I'm asking you
If you think that success is its own reward
Now then go and see what your persistence has scored
The voice is a'calling and it can't be ignored
You might be underground but you're overinsured
You used to be unknown now you're mapped and explored
You like to be untouched now you're handled and pawed
And it's never gonna end
(Chorus)
In Church's song titled "Disenchanted," the lyrics provide a commentary on the nature of success and the price that comes with it. The song begins by addressing someone who has attained wealth and money, portraying them as disillusioned and unhappy - "Saying sweet life is a downright drag / Down to the very last seed in the bag." The singer acknowledges the transience of life, with summer slipping away and the scene ending. They express a desire to hold onto this person, but ultimately must "let you go for good" - implying that the pursuit of success has caused the person to change and become distant.
The song then shifts in focus to the character the person is playing, the "half second jump" from the past to the present, and the "tighter the net looks to me." These lines suggest that the person's pursuit of success is ultimately detrimental, trapping them in a life they may not have wanted. The chorus then comes in, asking the person if they believe that success is its own reward. The singer then encourages the person to listen to the voice calling them towards their goals, questioning whether the price paid for success is worth it.
The song's lyrics are a commentary on the nature of success and its potential impact on individuals. The lyrics encourage listeners to consider the true costs associated with the pursuit of success, including the potential loss of oneself and the disillusionment that may arise.
Line by Line Meaning
Well look at you,
I am observing you
Hands full of money you always wanted to have
You have amassed a significant amount of money, a desire you held for quite some time
Saying sweet life is a downright drag
You are expressing a feeling of dissatisfaction with life despite acquiring wealth
Down to the very last seed in the bag
You seem to have exhausted all your resources
As if it's never gonna end
You feel like your circumstances are permanent
And the scene is through
Your circumstances have changed, and things won't be the same anymore
Summer slipped under in this neighborhood
The season has changed, and the environment has transformed
I'd like to hold onto you if I could
I wish I could keep you in this familiar state
But now I'm gonna have to let you go for good
I have to move on from this state
My disenchanted friend
You are disillusioned by the current situation
They say that character you play is rising fast
You are becoming popular by playing a specific persona
So you get drunk, make a half-second jump
You indulge in alcohol and make rash decisions
And experience it as the past
Your behavior is becoming repetitive
But this is it, the closer you get
You are nearing the end of this cycle
The deeper you go, the tighter the net looks to me
You are getting more involved, and the consequences appear more severe to me
Do you enjoy the view
Are you content with your current situation?
They say it makes you dizzy your first time up there
The initial experience is disorienting
Till you get used to breathing rarefied air
You will eventually get accustomed to your high status
Auditioning for the part of Mr. Despair
You are performing well in the role of a tragic character
Well I know him personally
I am well-acquainted with the character you are portraying
And this hotel's a zoo
The place you have ended up in is chaotic
You gotta be some creature to get a room in here
Only those who behave strangely are able to succeed here
You can live like a king on a throne of tears
You can thrive in this place, even if it brings you sadness
It's a mighty long way from the innocent years
This situation is far from the innocence of the past
And it waits inevitably
A dire future seems unavoidable
If you think that success is its own reward
Do you believe that wealth and recognition are fulfilling in themselves?
Now then go and see what your persistence has scored
You should see what you have accomplished through your hard work
The voice is a'calling and it can't be ignored
You are being summoned to do something important
You might be underground but you're overinsured
You may not be in the limelight, but you are protected against failure
You used to be unknown now you're mapped and explored
You were once obscure, but now people have studied and scrutinized you
You like to be untouched now you're handled and pawed
You preferred being left alone, but now people want a piece of you
And it's never gonna end
This situation won't resolve itself anytime soon
If I make contact, I'm likely to be ignored
You may not respond even if I try to reach out
But listen: My disenchanted friend
Despite your disillusionment, I still consider you my friend
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