Colony 5 is a futurepop/synthpop/EBM band from Sweden founded in March 1999… Read Full Bio ↴Colony 5 is a futurepop/synthpop/EBM band from Sweden founded in March 1999.

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

PILLS
Colony 5 Lyrics

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As a movie or a show
Influencing my morals
It's a feeling It is stronger
Than lust or love itself

I am sorry
If I hurt you
I had run out of my pills
I am sorry
If I failed you
I had run out of my pills

I am sorry
If I hurt you
I had run out of my pills
I am sorry
If I failed you
I had run out of my pills

Stabilizers
Neutralizers
Ultra strong
Harmonizers

I am sorry
I promise.
I tried to hurt myself
And not you

Can't bare it or tear it
Out of my thoughts
Can't bare it or tear it
Out of my thoughts

I am sorry
If I hurt you
I had run out of my pills
I am sorry
If I failed you
I had run out of my pills

I am sorry
If I hurt you
I had run out of my pills
I am sorry
If I failed you
I had run out of my pills

Stabilizers
Neutralizers
Ultra strong
Harmonizers

I am sorry
I promise.
I tried to hurt myself
And not you

I am sorry
If I hurt you
I had run out of my pills
I am sorry
If I failed you
I had run out of my pills

I am sorry
If I hurt you
I had run out of my pills
I am sorry

If I failed you
I had run out of my pills

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Colony 5's song Pills is about the singer, who is trying to resist the influence of outside forces, be it a singer or a song or a movie or a show, which is trying to change their morals or state of mind. The singer is struggling to remember what they want and whether their desire is to be loved or not. In the chorus, the singer apologizes for hurting or failing someone, blaming it on running out of their pills, which act as stabilizers, neutralizers, ultra-strong, or harmonizers. The singer tries to make amends, promising not to hurt the other person and only hurt themselves.

The song Pills primarily deals with the issue of addiction and the negative impact it can have on an individual's relationships. The pills mentioned in the song can refer to prescribed medication or illegal substances, and the lack of them can cause the singer to act in ways that hurt others. The song also explores how outside influences can manipulate and subdue a person, erasing their choices and opinions.

The song's somber tone and catchy melody make it an anthem for anyone battling addiction or feeling pressured by external forces. The repetition of the phrase "I am sorry" in the chorus emphasizes the guilt and remorse the singer feels and acts as a plea for forgiveness. Overall, the song Pills is a poignant depiction of the struggles of addiction and a warning about the repercussions it can have on relationships.

Line by Line Meaning

As a singer or a song Trying to change my mind Trying to push me over One way or another To release me or to smother It's hard to remember what I want To love me or don't bother It's hard to remember what I want
Someone or something is trying to influence the singer and make them choose a side, but it's hard to remember what the singer truly wants.

As a movie or a show Influencing my morals It's a feeling It is stronger Than lust or love itself
Movies and shows can leave a strong impact on a person's morals, and this influence can be even stronger than that of lust or love.

I am sorry If I hurt you I had run out of my pills I am sorry If I failed you I had run out of my pills
The singer is apologizing for hurting or failing someone, but they claim that it was due to running out of their pills - something that may have helped them cope with their struggles.

Stabilizers Neutralizers Ultra strong Harmonizers
Possibly a reference to different types of medications or substances that can help stabilize or neutralize a person's mental state.

I am sorry I promise. I tried to hurt myself And not you
The singer apologizes again and promises that any harm done was not intentionally directed towards the other person.

Can't bare it or tear it Out of my thoughts Can't bare it or tear it Out of my thoughts
The influence and impact of certain events or thoughts may be hard for the singer to get out of their mind.

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