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2) Discourse is a two-piece pop band currently based in Philadelphia, PA. Inspired by an urban legend that describes seminal cultural philosopher Michel Foucault as "that fucked-up guy dancing in the corner", they formed in the fall of 2009 and quickly wrote the songs that make up their first release, the Golden Year EP. More information can be found at discourseband.bandcamp.com and www.myspace.com/discourseband.
3) Hailing from Layton, Utah, Discourse began refining their experimental-rock sound in the early fall of 2005. Comprised of Mike Henderson (vocals, drums, samples), Chase Dawes (bass), and Jordan Dawes (guitar, loops/midi), the power trio has finally released their debut EP almost three years later with the help of Jay Henderson (Band of Annuals) who produced the latest studio EP (2008).
4) Female Vocalists from Iran and Beyond , sharing voices of female vocalists from the larger Asian continent
Cure
Discourse Lyrics
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scorned by some but it's not for them.
The scale was tipped against me,
set up for failure I defied the disease.
One less rope around my neck
Pre-disposed, I chose my fate.
Two ways out, both absolutes:
complete dependence or complete rejection.
I'll take the grief as it comes,
I'll feel it for you since you'd rather be numb.
I understand the need to escape,
even I find ways to forget the pain
Like you, don't wanna face the world.
Like you, don't wanna face myself.
Like you, I'm afraid.
Afraid of what I might find.
I'm sickened by life and the tireless routine,
but you won't see me down begging for release.
I reject their cure,
It's temporary and empty.
Dull the pain, dull my hatred.
I'll keep them both to spite the world.
Outnumbered forever.
The lyrics of Discourse's song "Cure" delve into the personal struggles of an individual who is dealing with the challenges of life. The singer of the song relates to feeling rejected by some people but remains unshaken in their resolve to walk the narrow path. While acknowledging the odds that are stacked against them, the individual refuses to accept failure as the outcome.
The song's protagonist expresses gratitude for the opportunities presented to them, acknowledging that they have chosen their path despite being pre-disposed. The singer sees only two options, complete dependence or complete rejection, and chooses to live on their own terms. They acknowledge that life is difficult and the routine is exhausting and unfulfilling, but refuses to give up in the face of these challenges.
The song is about the fear of facing reality and the awareness of the personal struggle that is often masked by societal norms. The singer understands the need for escape but chooses to confront the pain and even feels it for those who would rather numb themselves. Overall, the lyrics express a sense of defiance against traditional societal norms and an unwillingness to accept them.
Line by Line Meaning
I walk the narrow path,
I follow a difficult and unpopular path.
scorned by some but it's not for them.
Some people criticize me, but they don’t understand my choices.
The scale was tipped against me,
The odds were not in my favour.
set up for failure I defied the disease.
Despite being predisposed to illness, I refused to let it define me.
One less rope around my neck
I have one less obstacle to overcome.
Pre-disposed, I chose my fate.
Although I was at risk of disease, I made the decision to take control of my life.
I'm lucky to have had the chance.
I am grateful for the opportunity to make my own choices.
Two ways out, both absolutes:
There are only two options, neither of which is ideal.
complete dependence or complete rejection.
Either I submit to the illness or completely reject it.
I'll take the grief as it comes,
I am willing to face the hardships that come my way.
I'll feel it for you since you'd rather be numb.
I will process my emotions, even if it's uncomfortable, because you choose to avoid them.
I understand the need to escape,
I recognize the desire to avoid pain.
even I find ways to forget the pain
I, too, engage in activities that temporarily distract me from the pain.
Like you, don't wanna face the world.
I, too, sometimes feel too overwhelmed to cope with reality.
Like you, don't wanna face myself.
I sometimes avoid facing my own issues and flaws.
Like you, I'm afraid.
I, too, experience fear.
Afraid of what I might find.
I am scared of the unknown.
I'm sickened by life and the tireless routine,
I am exhausted and disenchanted with the monotonous cycle of daily life.
but you won't see me down begging for release.
Despite feeling overwhelmed, I refuse to give up or ask for a way out.
I reject their cure,
I refuse to accept the prescribed solution.
It's temporary and empty.
The proposed cure is only a temporary and unsatisfying fix.
Dull the pain, dull my hatred.
The cure only numbs my physical and emotional pain, but does not address the underlying issue.
I'll keep them both to spite the world.
I choose to hold onto my pain and hatred, not as a solution, but as a form of rebellion against societal expectations.
Outnumbered forever.
I will always be in the minority for my refusal to conform to societal norms.
Contributed by Dominic G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.