P-O Svensson started the band as a hobby with Magnus Löfdahl. Johan Nilsson joined in March of 2001 and, in April, they came second at the "Quest for Fame" contest. They soon began recording their first EP, "Colony 5" (which was released at the beginning of 2002), but in August Magnus left the band.
Following the release of their first album, "Lifeline", Magnus Kalnins joined the band, soon after which they released their second single "Follow Your Heart" which contained three new songs not on the album.
2003 saw the single "Black" and their second album "Structures" released. Over the summer, C5 played at several large festivals and were nominated as "Best Newcomers" at the "Scandinavian Alternative Music Awards" (they came second). Sadly, Johan decided to leave the band in November.
Their output slowed during 2004/5 whilst they toured eastern Europe. A collection of singles called "Colonisation" was released in 2004 and Colony 5 again got nominated for a SAMA award, this time losing out to "Statemachine".
A new album, "Fixed", appeared in spring 2005. They were again nominated for SAMA awards, this time as "Best Band" and "Best Song" (for the single "Plastic World"). The latter of which they won.
December 2007 saw the release of the single "Knives", their first new material for some 18 months. The album "Buried Again" followed in February 2008. It was released by Memento Materia in Scandinavia, Infacted in Germany and ArtOfFact in the USA.
Their website is at: www.colony5.com
Fate
Colony 5 Lyrics
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like on the movie screens
it's the first time for all
is this really what I need?
Come back to me
You belong here
All the gods of this age
if you are not by my side
Give me time
Give me your life
I'll give you mine
Two lovers entwined
This is fate
it has to happen
it's bound to be
I know you're not free
but fate can't be too late
Give me time
Give me your life
I'll give you mine
Two lovers entwined
The song Fate by Colony 5 speaks about a moment of destiny, where two individuals find each other for the first time, but are uncertain about their future. The lyrics express the hesitation and excitement that come with the realization that a significant person has arrived in one's life. The phrase "This must be fate, like on the movie screens" suggests that the scenario is almost too perfect, as if it has been scripted. The singer questions whether this is what they need, which is understandable when one is faced with an unexpected turn.
Throughout the song, the singer implores the intended partner to stay, insisting that they belong together. They also suggest that the universe itself will react negatively if they are not together, saying "All the gods of this age will become enraged if you are not by my side." The lyrics mold fate into a force that cannot be ignored, as the chorus says "This is fate, it has to happen... but fate can't be too late." The singer acknowledges that they are aware of the other person's situation, but still wants to make it work. The lyrics "Give me time, Give me your life, I'll give you mine, Two lovers entwined," suggest a level of commitment and love that is almost all-consuming.
In conclusion, Fate by Colony 5 is a song that captures the anxieties and excitement that come with a moment of destiny. The lyrics depict a protagonist who feels as though they are at the mercy of the universe, and yet still wants to seize the opportunity to be with the person who has entered their life. The song leaves a lingering sense of uncertainty, but also the potential for a bright future.
Line by Line Meaning
This must be fate
It feels like destiny has brought us together
like on the movie screens
Just like in romantic movies
it's the first time for all
This is a new experience for both of us
is this really what I need?
Questioning if this is the right thing for me
Come back to me
Return to my arms
You belong here
This is where you truly belong
All the gods of this age
All the forces of the universe
will become enraged
Will become angry and upset
if you are not by my side
If we are not together as one
Give me time
I need time to make this work
Give me your life
Trust me with your life
I'll give you mine
I'll give you my love
Two lovers entwined
Our love will be intertwined forever
This is fate
This is meant to be
it has to happen
It's inevitable
it's bound to be
It's destined to happen
I know you're not free
I understand that you have other commitments
but fate can't be too late
We can't let this chance pass us by
Contributed by Lincoln P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.