Their debut album "Elyria" was released in 1993 and was followed by "Annwyn, Beneath The Waves" in 1996, in part a concept album based around the four elements. 1999 saw the release of their third album, "Evidence of Heaven". In 2001, "Vera Causa" a 2 CD set featuring a live permormance and various rarities was released. "The Burning Season" followed in 2004, and featured a more rock oriented formula. They continued to explore the boundaries of Gothic Rock with their 2009 album, :ankoku butoh: , an album which saw them delve into far-east Asian aesthetics.
Faith and the Muse currently live in Los Angeles, California, USA. Their website is http://www.mercyground.com
Importune Me No More
Faith and the Muse Lyrics
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Of many was I sought their mistress for to be
But I did scorn them all, and answered them therefore
Go, go, seek some otherwhere Importune Me No more
How many weeping eyes I made to pine with woe
How many sighing hearts, I have no skill to show
Yet I the prouder grew and answered them therefore
Then spake fair Venus' son, that proud victorious boy,
Who said "Fine dame, in consequence that you have been so coy
I will pluck thy plumes therefore you shall say no more
Go, go, seek some otherwhere Importune Me No more!"
Eftsoones he spake these words, such change grew in my breast
That neither night nor day since then, I could take any rest
Then Lo! I did repent that I had spoken before
Go, go, seek some otherwhere Importune Me No more
Go, go, seek some otherwhere Importune Me No more
The lyrics to Faith and the Muse's song Importune Me No More tell a classic tale of a young woman who was sought after by many men. Despite her admirers, she rejected them all and told them to go away and find someone else to court. She took pride in her ability to turn away suitors, causing many hearts to pine with woe and eyes to weep. The song takes an interesting turn when Venus' son chastises the young woman, accusing her of being too coy and proud. He then plucks her feathers and declares that she will no longer turn away suitors. This sudden change causes the young woman to repent and realize her mistakes. She can no longer find peace and rest in her rejection, and she begs those who once sought her to come back to her.
The song has a strong theme of pride and its eventual downfall. The young woman's pride leads her to reject the affection of many, causing them heartbreak and misery. However, her pride is eventually crushed, leading her to repent and seek out those whom she once turned away. The song shows how pride can lead to the destruction of relationships and stresses the importance of humility.
Overall, Importune Me No More is a classic ballad that tells a timeless story of pride and humility. It's a cautionary tale of the dangers of being too proud and the importance of treating those who seek affection with kindness and respect.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was fair and young, and favor graced me
During a time when I was young and beautiful, and received admiration and attention from others
Of many was I sought their mistress for to be
Many sought to be in a romantic relationship with me
But I did scorn them all, and answered them therefore
However, I rejected all of them and replied with disdain
Go, go, seek some otherwhere Importune Me No more
Leave me alone and stop bothering me with your advances
How many weeping eyes I made to pine with woe
I caused many people to become sad and upset because of my rejection
How many sighing hearts, I have no skill to show
I am unable to count the number of people who were heartbroken because of me
Yet I the prouder grew and answered them therefore
Despite this, I became even more arrogant and continued to reject them with contempt
Then spake fair Venus' son, that proud victorious boy,
Then Cupid, the son of Venus, spoke - a proud and successful young man
Who said 'Fine dame, in consequence that you have been so coy
He said, 'Fine lady, because you have been so difficult to win over
I will pluck thy plumes therefore you shall say no more
I will take away your beauty and charm, so that you will no longer reject others
Eftsoones he spake these words, such change grew in my breast
Immediately after he spoke these words, I felt a change within me
That neither night nor day since then, I could take any rest
I have been restless day and night ever since
Then Lo! I did repent that I had spoken before
Then suddenly, I regretted my previous actions and words
Go, go, seek some otherwhere Importune Me No more
I realized my mistake and pleaded for others to leave me alone and stop bothering me
Contributed by Charlotte D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.