For the 2004 album No Roots, Faithless were joined by rapper/vocalist LSK.
Rollo's studio relationship is quite unique as he has synesthesia [a clinical condition where sounds have colour] . He also acted as producer for the second half of his sister Dido's debut album, No Angel.
Dido has been a guest singer on a number of Faithless tracks, including "Flowerstand Man" from the 1995 debut album Reverence, "Hem of his Garment" from Sunday 8PM, "One Step Too Far" from Outrospective and "No Roots" from the album of the same name.
Faithless have now released 5 studio albums, with a remix album for the first three (Reverence, Sunday 8pm and Outrospective) and an instrumental for the last (No Roots), plus a Greatest Hits collection (Forever Faithless) and 2 DVDS, one of which showcased their universally acclaimed live performances. Their most mature album and arguably their best is the latest album 'To All New Arrivals' released on 27th November 2006, the album name being inspired by the recent birth of two babies to Rollo and Sister Bliss.
Part of one of their tracks featured on the 'Greatest Hits' album (Taruntula) was remixed by the BBC and used as the theme for their World Cup coverage in 2002.
It was reported that Faithless were to split up after their 2005 tour, which was due to end on 30 April 2005. Speculation started after Rollo wrote "We set out thinking it would be our last album, feeling maybe we have had our time in the sun". Fortunately, this was not meant to be. A fresh clutch of tour dates prolonged the tour until December 2005.
In 2006 the band made several summer festival appearances, including the V Festival in England.
In August of 2006, Faithless released a 3 CD compilation for the Renaissance series titled, "Renaissance 3D". The first CD contains a mix of then current club hits, the second CD is a collection of Faithless remixes and productions, and the third CD is a laid back chill out CD.
On the 27th of November 2006, Faithless released its fifth studio album titled "To All New Arrivals". Previews of the tracks were made available via the Faithless website in early October.
Their 'Music Matters' tour in the UK started in early 2007.
In May 2010, Faithless released "The Dance", their best selling album to date in Europe. The album has been followed a few months later by an upgrade, including a remix bonus CD, "The Dance Never Ends".
On March 16th 2011, Maxi Jazz announced on his website that Faithless would cease to be, commenting "But, like when writing a song, you always just ‘know’ when it’s finished… this is and was the “Thank YOU And Goodbye’ tour".
Feelin' Good
Faithless Lyrics
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Give me the view from the top of the hill
When I think of you
And your good life
And your sorrow too
How much I'm missing you
No matter where I go
This is waking up
I want this feeling
Doors wide open
And now I leave it all
Bags of trouble
And a messy mind
Oh I hope I find
Where your load is light
Where your heart's at ease
This is waking up
And feeling good, feeling good
Hey, I'm making my mistakes
'Cause I'm no great shakes at being perfect
I just take my breaks and work it
Bring it to the surface
Like a scuba diver
Never nervous
Cause now I'm older and wiser
An' I've a bold feelin'
This old skin is peeln'
Revealing a new layer
I'm no soothsayer
But I feel it's time to leave
To polish my heart with the other sleeve
I want the view from the top of the hill
Give me the view from the top of the hill
I want the view from the top of the hill
Give me the view from the top of the hill
And feeling good, feeling good
The song "Feelin' Good" by Faithless feat. Dido speaks of a desire for a fresh start and a renewed perspective. The first verse speaks to the longing for change and the need to see things from a different perspective. The singer is clearly dealing with some sort of inner turmoil, as evidenced by the lines about "bags of trouble" and a "messy mind." The chorus, then, becomes a mantra of sorts - a call for a new outlook and an overall sense of well-being.
The second verse speaks to the idea of personal growth and evolution. The singer acknowledges imperfection and makes a conscious decision to work through their problems and bring them to the surface. The use of the scuba diving metaphor emphasizes the idea of going deeper and confronting what lies beneath the surface. With age and experience, the singer feels more equipped to handle whatever comes their way and is ready to shed their old skin and reveal new layers of themselves.
Overall, "Feelin' Good" is a song about hope, renewal, and the power of a fresh perspective. The desire for change is palpable in every line, and the chorus serves as a reminder that it's possible to feel good even in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
I want the view from the top of the hill
I desire to see the world from a different perspective, with a clearer and wider vision.
When I think of you
As I reminisce about you
And your good life
Your life of privilege and comfort
And your sorrow too
I also recall the hardships you faced
How much I'm missing you
I'm feeling the void of your absence deeply
No matter where I go
Regardless of where I travel to
Or where I come to stay
Even if I settle down somewhere for a while
This is waking up
It's the moment of realization or epiphany
I want this feeling
I desire to feel this way
Doors wide open
I am open to the possibilities and opportunities
And now I leave it all
I am abandoning all of my troubles and worries
Bags of trouble
I carry a lot of emotional baggage
And a messy mind
My thoughts and emotions are in disarray
Oh I hope I find
I'm optimistic that I'll eventually discover
Where your load is light
A place where your burdens are lighter
Where your heart's at ease
A place where you feel comfortable and content
This is waking up
Another moment of realization or epiphany
And feeling good, feeling good
I am now experiencing contentment and positivity
Hey, I'm making my mistakes
I acknowledge that I'm not perfect and am prone to errors
'Cause I'm no great shakes at being perfect
I know I'm not very skilled at being flawless
I just take my breaks and work it
I just pause when needed, and then keep going
Bring it to the surface
I expose my flaws, mistakes, and emotions
Like a scuba diver
Just as a diver goes deep underwater to explore, I dive deep within myself to explore my thoughts and feelings
Never nervous
I remain confident and composed
Cause now I'm older and wiser
With age comes experience and insight, and I am now more knowledgeable and prudent
An' I've a bold feelin'
I have a strong sense or intuition about something
This old skin is peeln'
I'm shedding my old ways and beliefs
Revealing a new layer
Exposing a newer, more evolved version of myself
I'm no soothsayer
I can't predict the future or see what lies ahead
But I feel it's time to leave
But I am certain that it's time for me to move forward
To polish my heart with the other sleeve
To work on making myself a better, more polished person
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROLLO ARMSTRONG, DIDO ARMSTRONG, MAXI JAZZ, AYALAH BENTOVIM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Med Jay Paris
Faithless & Dido together gives me faith again actually. It's so perfect. What a stunning song.,
Holger Schink
I miss FAITHLESS so much. Best live band ever. So many concerts with shivers and feeling good !
Luiz Siqueira
faithless sempre muito bom !!!!!!!!!!
DeejayDawn
Another great creation from the guys at Faithless! Every track on 'The Dance' is a hit.
Trevor Harris
Pretty sweet vid! And I love Dido's voice!
Luiz Siqueira
faithless sempre muito bom !!!!!!!!!!
tafsen
This is the best Faithless in a loooong time. Simply love it <3
AGA / Films Cine
We need a quarantine special from you guys for these strange times..
Skelet Kasket
Faithless makes Great music. STILL after all these years! its awesome!
Ion C
I love this song!