Formed in 2004, the combination of Lisa (lead vocals and guitar), Mike (lead guitar and vocals), Mario (bass) and Chris (drums) has allowed this aggressive hard rock band to successfully merge heartfelt songwriting and striking musicianship into an infectious live show.
Together, these four musicians bring an explosive energy to their recordings. Damsel Fly's first EP received major radio station airplay on Vancouver's 99.3 the Fox, Union City Tennessee's the Quake, and Kingston Ontario's KROCK 105.7. Their music has also been featured on movie soundtracks by Tahoe Films, an extreme sports production company based in the United States.
A strong work ethic has enabled them to establish a sponsorship with Apartment clothing, a deal with Renegade Distribution, features in magazines, on numerous websites and radio broadcasts in several international markets.
With the release of their debut album ‘What Lies Beneath’, Damsel Fly's music is being embraced by audiences across the globe.
In the end it's all about the music.
(From their official website)
Misfortune
Damsel Fly Lyrics
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I'm sorry that I don't live my life the way you want me to
You compicate me
Through your misfortune
I will not let you
Take this away
I know that I'll never live my life the way that you want me to
You compicate me
Through your misfortune
I will not let you
Take this away
In Damsel Fly's song Misfortune, the lyrics suggest a sense of frustration and resentment towards someone who holds expectations that are difficult for the singer to meet. The lyrics are apologetic, but it's clear that the singer is not sorry for who they are or the choices they make. The line "I'm sorry that I'm not interesting enough for you" could suggest that the other person finds the singer boring or unengaging, but the following line "I'm sorry that I don't live my life the way you want me to" shows that the real issue is that the other person has expectations that are unrealistic or incompatible with the singer's values and desires.
The chorus "You complicate me, through your misfortune, I will not let you take this away" seems to be a declaration that the other person's problems or negative influence will not hinder the singer's ability to live their life on their own terms. The word "complicate" suggests that the other person's influence may create difficulties for the singer, but the determination not to let this person's problems overcome their own sense of agency and autonomy is what defines the singer's resolve in this song.
Overall, the lyrics of Misfortune convey a sense of frustration and defiance in response to someone who is holding the singer back. The song's title "Misfortune" suggests that the other person's influence is not just negative, but also has a sense of tragedy or misfortune attached to it. However, the singer refuses to be weighed down by this influence and instead chooses to prioritize their own independence and sense of self-worth.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sorry that I'm not interesting enough for you
I apologize that my personality and behavior fail to captivate your attention and keep you engaged.
I'm sorry that I don't live my life the way you want me to
I apologize that I cannot conform to your expectations and make choices according to your desires.
You compicate me
Your presence and influence in my life make everything more complex, difficult, and confusing for me.
Through your misfortune
Due to the unhappy or unlucky experiences you have faced, which often affect me negatively as well.
I will not let you
I refuse to allow you to control or manipulate me, or to hinder my personal growth and happiness.
Take this away
I will not let you take away my identity, self-worth, and independence, which are more important to me than pleasing you.
I know that there are more important things to me than you
I am aware that my own values, goals, and relationships matter more to me than your approval or validation.
I know that I'll never live my life the way that you want me to
I acknowledge that your expectations and demands are unrealistic and incompatible with my own values, choices, and desires.
Contributed by Kaelyn A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.