In late 2007 they beat over 1,600 contenders to a place on T4's Unsigned Acts competition. They were knocked out after a fortnight but returned several weeks later after being voted back by the public and the judges. They went on to win the show and the prize, a production deal with A&M Records. The band was dropped from A&M in February 2009, and announced that they were splitting up in July of the same year, allowing members to continue with individual projects.
The band was made up of:
Ali M Forbes (Vocals & Guitar), Mark Lees (Bass & Vocals), Jim Macaulay (Drums) and Jarvey Moss (Keyboards & Vocals)
The band's album, We Leave At Dawn was released on March the 31st 2008, and is still available to buy.
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Prodigal Son
Envy & Other Sins Lyrics
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So what the hell're you gonna say, and what're you gonna do when you're down?
I can't believe you wouldn't lend me just five precious minutes of your time,
You waste the day and chase your friends away,
You should've listened when I tried to say
Oh Yeah, I am the prodigal son, I am the boy that you shun,
And I'm coming home again
I want to feed you a line, I want to show you what is mine,
I'd love to shove it down your throat, every sound every word, every note.
Oh yeah, I am the prodigal son, I am the boy that you shun
And I'm coming home again,
Yes I am the prodigal son, you'll hate what I have become
And I'm coming home.
A nervous disposition won't take you anywhere
So when your nervous disposition kicks in I'm out of here.
You burned your bridges before you even took a peek around your bedroom door.
You'll live to regret your nerves.
You're moving on to better things, grasses greener, pastures new,
But you went ahead and severed your wings, so you never flew.
I can't believe you wouldn't lend me just five precious hours of your day
To finish what began your masterplan, you should've listened when I tried to say...
The lyrics of Envy & Other Sins's song Prodigal Son talk about a person who lost their dreams along the way and is now left with a sense of aimlessness. The singer of the song is trying to come back home, but he knows that he is the prodigal son, the one who is shunned by his family and friends. He wants to show everyone what he has become, but deep down, he knows that they will hate him for it. The lyrics also touch upon regret and missed opportunities, with the singer wishing that he had listened to the advice of others when he had the chance.
The chorus of the song is particularly poignant, with the repetition of the line "I am the prodigal son" emphasizing the sense of isolation and rejection that the singer is feeling. The use of imagery is also powerful, with lines like "You burned your bridges before you even took a peek around your bedroom door" conjuring up a vivid picture of a person who has given up before even trying. The overall message of the song seems to be one of hope, though. Despite everything, the singer is determined to come back home and make amends, even if it means facing the disdain of those who once loved him.
Line by Line Meaning
So, your dreams fell by the way, along with any sense you had
Your aspirations failed, and you lost any notion of direction and purpose in life
So what the hell're you gonna say, and what're you gonna do when you're down?
What plans do you have or what actions are you going to take when you experience adversity?
I can't believe you wouldn't lend me just five precious minutes of your time
I'm surprised that you weren't willing to give me a brief moment of your attention
You waste the day and chase your friends away
You spend your time aimlessly and drive away your companions
You should've listened when I tried to say
If only you had heeded my words of advice
Oh Yeah, I am the prodigal son, I am the boy that you shun, And I'm coming home again
I am returning after being away, despite being rejected by you in the past
I want to feed you a line, I want to show you what is mine, I'd love to shove it down your throat, every sound every word, every note
I strive to impress and prove myself, almost to the point of forcefully imposing my talents on you
Yes I am the prodigal son, you'll hate what I have become
My return will not please you, as I have changed in ways that you won't approve of
A nervous disposition won't take you anywhere, So when your nervous disposition kicks in I'm out of here
You won't succeed if you constantly doubt yourself, and I'll leave when that starts happening
You burned your bridges before you even took a peek around your bedroom door, You'll live to regret your nerves
You ruined relationships and missed opportunities because of your hesitance and fear, which will come back to haunt you
You're moving on to better things, grasses greener, pastures new, But you went ahead and severed your wings, so you never flew
You're pursuing greener pastures, but you sabotaged yourself and prevented any chance of growth or improvement
To finish what began your masterplan, you should've listened when I tried to say
If you had heeded my advice, you could've completed your plan successfully
Contributed by Cameron E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Shiroko Diamond Sparkle
This was my favorite song in the world when I was in 8th grade and last night I remembered it out of nowhere and just had to look it up again. Fell right back in love. Thank you so much for the music, guys <3
IAmShaunyB
Good to see you guys back in the competition!!
Gan Ainm
i admit the very first time i heard this song i spent the next 1 and a half hours looking for the song to download it. I originally heard it as background music in a game where you tried to smash a bank with a wrecking ball.
Twighlight100
a great parable...the eldest assumption-thing i can imagine... this song´s really great...
gerryxuk
Just Superb - I hear them practising on my way to my local club in Brum - Search for them on Myspace
rhysus
These guys are great.
Lesley Snowdon
Oh, gentlemen. You are still missed greatly...I shall always mourn your passing. Love, Lesley The Legend xx
Tobias F
good job guys, i voted for you on the mobile act unsigned page so big up, in case you dont know its toby fomes, lookin foreward to seein ya play again, last time was in London at the Shepards Bush Gig!!! congrats
Gamer Dan
You're good. Keep it up!
Dave
u guys r great