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
Relic Song
Faith and the Muse Lyrics
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Past a twenty year rebellion
And the song comes back again
I am a man and my blood is still running strong
We didn't realize we'd all live so long
When I revive my once youth nation
A Relic Song for the new generation
Another year and the bolder I stay bound
Punk Rock, Ultra-dark, Old School, Underground.
Corporate "punk" stars manufactured screaming
Miming our lyrics stripped of all their meaning
I may revive my once youth nation
A Relic Song for the new generation
The walls of my myth are crashing down
Past a twenty year rebellion
And the song comes back around
One step forward and two steps back
An old look, an old sound dressed new for the amnesiac
When I relive my Punk generation
A Relic Song for the Fad youth nation
For my crimes I may not be remembered
The Noble Primitive hardcore disrespected
I am a man - the world is alive
I am a man - the future's on fire
More than any man I am
I may revive my Punk generation
A Relic Song for the Fad youth nation
I may revive my Punk generation
A Relic Song for the Fad youth nation
One step forward
("I may revive my Punk generation")
Two steps back
("A Relic Song for the Fad youth nation")
One step forward
("I may revive my Punk generation")
Two steps back.
("A Relic Song for the Fad youth nation")
One step forward
(Things are looking up
Things are looking up
Things are looking up)
Two steps back, two steps back, two steps back.
The lyrics to "Relic Song" by Faith and the Muse explore the idea of being a part of an older generation of punk rockers and feeling like the walls of that myth are closing in on them. The song acknowledges that while they may have been rebellious and wild in their youth, they are now older and perhaps wiser, but they still have that same fire within them. They feel that their music has been co-opted by corporate "punk" stars, who have stripped it of its meaning and authenticity. The song expresses the desire to revive the punk generation, to create a "relic song" that would speak to a new generation of rebels, and to remember the noble primitive hardcore that was so disrespected in the past.
Overall, "Relic Song" is a powerful anthem that speaks to the spirit of punk and rebellion, and the desire to keep that spirit alive in a world that seems to be turning away from it. The lyrics are deeply personal and reflect the experiences of the band members, who have been a part of the punk scene for many years.
Line by Line Meaning
The walls of my myth are closing in
My previous beliefs, ideals, and myths are becoming limiting.
Past a twenty year rebellion
After two decades of going against mainstream society and ideology.
And the song comes back again
The music and message that was once relevant is still pertinent today.
I am a man and my blood is still running strong
I am still alive, passionate, and capable of fighting for what I believe in.
We didn't realize we'd all live so long
We didn't think we would survive or continue our pursuits for this long.
When I revive my once youth nation
If I rejuvenate the zeal and energy of my former peers.
A Relic Song for the new generation
An old but meaningful song revitalized for the new, younger audience.
Another year and the bolder I stay bound
After another year, I remain steadfast and unwavering.
Punk Rock, Ultra-dark, Old School, Underground.
The style of music and subculture I belong to.
Corporate "punk" stars manufactured screaming
Mainstream musicians attempting to emulate and profit from the punk style, but missing its true essence.
Miming our lyrics stripped of all their meaning
Copying the words but lacking the true spirit behind them.
When I relive my Punk generation
If I and others from my era resurrect the passion and actions from our past.
A Relic Song for the Fad youth nation
An old but authentic song reimagined for the currently popular but fleeting youth culture.
The walls of my myth are crashing down
My previous beliefs, ideals, and myths are now failing and falling apart.
One step forward and two steps back
Making progress with setbacks along the way.
An old look, an old sound dressed new for the amnesiac
A style of music and image that has been modernized and repackaged for those who are unaware of its original form and context.
For my crimes I may not be remembered
The actions I took in the past that were considered rebellious and criminal may not be recognized or honored.
The Noble Primitive hardcore disrespected
The original, authentic, and intense form of music that I love has been disregarded and ridiculed.
I am a man - the world is alive
I am alive and the world around me is dynamic and constantly changing.
I am a man - the future's on fire
I am passionate and excited about the future and what it may hold.
More than any man I am
I am unique and unlike anyone else in this world.
Things are looking up, things are looking up, things are looking up
There is progress and hope for the future.
Two steps back, two steps back, two steps back.
But there are still obstacles and difficulties to overcome.
Contributed by Adeline Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
dys167
Thanks for uploading! Nice change of pace even for a band that has such a wide range.
Willydark67
Gran pezzo punk !!!