Exilia was formed in 1998 in Milan, Italy, when Masha met guitarist Elio Alien.
They have played at concerts with Guano Apes, H-Blockx, Clawfinger, HIM, Therapy?, In Extremo, Rammstein, and Ill Niño.
Their debut album, "Rightside UP", was released in 2000. Their following album, "Unleashed", debuted in May 2004, and made it into the Top 40 in German charts. In April 2005, band member Andrea Ge left the band and Ale took his place as drummer.
In summer 2006 they released their newest album "Nobody Excluded".
During their festival tour, Masha had an accident while the band was playing Milan. The stage was not safe and she was falling down and broke her leg twice. Following this incident the band canceled all shows and played them later in 2007.
At the beginning of 2007 they found a new bassist, Mata, because Random could not play the next gigs (Nobody Excluded Tour) with Exilia. Mata and Exilia have known each other since 2001. They played some shows in Italy together.
The last single released in October 2006 was "Your Rain".
Official site: www.exiliaweb.com
Rightside Up
Exilia Lyrics
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if you never loved like that before
do the work they say is all wrong for you
if it makes you feel good and more
Stay with your crazy friend they say is wrong for you
he's the one who knows you best
he ain't got one cent
you ain't got no luxuries
but you're happy with what you got
with your head upside down
and your heart rightside up
turn the world inside out
upside down it's what you want
not an easy thing not what the world says to do
but if you feel it's right for you
rightside up is upside down
I am poor so poor but i'll give all that i got
there's no one can tell me not
well my hair is blue i got raggedy old jeans
but i know my heart is clean
i'll go without food to eat to give a stray dog scraps of meat
With your head Upside Down
and your heart Rightside up
turn the world inside out
Upside down it's what you want
not an weasy thing not what the world says to do
but if you feel it's right for you
rightside up is Upside Down
These lyrics from Exilia's song, Rightside Up, speak to the idea of going against what society and others around us perceive as right and choosing to live in a way that may seem unconventional but feels true to ourselves. The first verse encourages staying with a person who may not be viewed as the right match because of others' opinions but provides a sense of fulfillment and love like never before. Similarly, the second verse urges the listener to keep their crazy friend, who may not fit the mold of what society deems as acceptable but who brings out the best in them and brings joy and purpose to their life.
The chorus encourages the listener to be brave and confident in their unconventional choices and embrace their differences. It's about accepting oneself for who we are and pursuing our dreams even if it goes against the status quo. With our head upside down, we may stray from the norm, but our heart's right-side up, and it feels authentic and fulfilling. The song is a reminder that it's essential to stay true to one's own beliefs and values, even if it doesn't make sense to others, The message of the song is about embracing individuality and choosing what's right for one's self rather than being influenced by societal pressure.
Line by Line Meaning
Stay with the man they say is all wrong for you
Don't let others dictate who you love, even if they disapprove.
if you never loved like that before
It's important to take risks and explore new types of love.
do the work they say is all wrong for you
Don't be afraid to pursue a career path that might not be conventional.
if it makes you feel good and more
If the work you're doing brings you joy and fulfillment, it's worth the unconventional choice.
Stay with your crazy friend they say is wrong for you
Don't let others tell you who you should surround yourself with.
he's the one who knows you best
Your closest friends often know you better than anyone else.
he ain't got one cent
Money isn't everything when it comes to quality, lasting friendships.
but he gave you back your life and love and all the rest
Your true friends are the ones who support you and lift you up when you need it most.
you ain't got no luxuries
Material possessions aren't essential to happiness and fulfillment.
but you're happy with what you got
Gratitude and contentment with what you have can bring true happiness.
with your head upside down
Flipping your perspective can lead to new insights and revelations.
and your heart rightside up
Keeping an open and optimistic heart can lead to positive experiences and relationships.
turn the world inside out
Challenging the status quo can lead to meaningful change and progress.
upside down it's what you want
Sometimes unconventional choices are the right ones for you.
not an easy thing not what the world says to do
Breaking away from societal expectations and norms can be difficult and uncomfortable.
but if you feel it's right for you
Ultimately, you have to trust your own intuition and judgment.
rightside up is upside down
What seems unconventional or strange to others can be completely right for you.
I am poor so poor but i'll give all that i got
Generosity and selflessness don't require wealth or material possessions.
there's no one can tell me not
Your actions and choices are ultimately up to you, not others.
well my hair is blue i got raggedy old jeans
Appearances aren't important when it comes to who you are as a person.
but i know my heart is clean
Integrity and authenticity are more important than outward appearances.
i'll go without food to eat to give a stray dog scraps of meat
Acts of kindness and compassion towards animals (and others) are valuable and important, even if they inconvenience you.
Contributed by Grace A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.