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
Science
Colony 5 Lyrics
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clones replacing each other on a line.
Who are you, deceiving nature?
Who are you?
You're not a god!
An enhanced gene pool, perfection in the bin
No need for schools, he who dares wins
We have the factory but not the entire recipe
Breeding humans; mutants for special needs.
A perfect DNA, a killing machine.
Superior species, developed for special needs.
A nature in chaos, science or madness
we fail to see (the difference)
White coated hubris, creating life
No first kiss, you construct your own wife
Who are you, eluding nature?
Who are you?
You're the modern God!
The lyrics of Colony 5's song "Science" explore the theme of human beings playing God through the advancement of technology and science. The first verse discusses the idea of clones being created and replacing one another on a line, questioning the ethics and morality behind this concept. The chorus then asks the question of who exactly is deceiving nature and playing God by attempting to create perfection through science and technology.
The second verse delves deeper into the consequences of manipulating biology, discussing the idea of a perfect gene pool and no longer needing schools, resulting in a superficially superior and efficient society. The lines "Breeding humans; mutants for special needs. A perfect DNA, a killing machine" touch on the idea of creating genetically modified humans for specific purposes, highlighting the potential dangers of playing with genetics.
Overall, the lyrics of "Science" convey a warning about the potential consequences of humanity's desire to control nature and manipulate biology through science and technology. The song suggests that there is a fine line between progress and madness when it comes to playing God.
Line by Line Meaning
Science, eternal life,
The study of science is seeking to understand the concept of immortality and its existence.
Clones replacing each other on a line.
Replicating human beings artificially and replacing them one by one can be a morally questionable practice.
Who are you, deceiving nature?
Who are you to cross the boundaries of nature and alter human life?
Who are you?
The artist is questioning the authority of the person or entity conducting these scientific experiments.
You're not a god!
Despite the power science grants an individual, it does not give them the authority of a divine being.
An enhanced gene pool, perfection in the bin
By manipulating human DNA, science has created a gene pool that is considered to be superior to nature's breeding methods.
No need for schools, he who dares wins
With advanced genetic manipulation, education is deemed obsolete and whoever is willing to undertake the potential risks will be able to create their own ideal offspring.
We have turned biology into technology
Science has taken over biology and has transformed the field into a technological advancement for its own benefits.
We have the factory but not the entire recipe
Despite the great advancements in science, there are still some mysteries when it comes to human biology and genetics.
Breeding humans; mutants for special needs.
Science is creating humanity in its own image to fit certain needs and desires that were not possible before.
A perfect DNA, a killing machine.
Crafting the ideal human can lead to a being with great potential and power, but also one that may cause destruction and danger.
Superior species, developed for special needs.
Science is creating a new race of beings that are considered to be superior to natural human beings to fulfill certain purposes and needs.
A nature in chaos, science or madness we fail to see (the difference)
The line between scientific advancement and reckless madness is often blurred, and this manipulation of human life can cause unforeseen and dangerous consequences.
White coated hubris, creating life
Scientists, and their pride and arrogance, are playing God and creating new forms of life in their labs.
No first kiss, you construct your own wife
Science has created a world where physical human relationships and natural human interaction are unnecessary due to the ability to 'construct' a perfect partner.
Who are you, eluding nature?
By creating human life artificially, scientists are evading the natural and divine process of human reproduction.
You're the modern God!
The immense power and control that science has over human life has transformed scientists into modern-day gods or entities with absolute power over life and death.
Contributed by Alex P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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