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".
I Want More
Faithless Lyrics
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How come you're never satisfied or gratified
Four walls n' a roof, electricity
Stable mind, wife and child
Hot and cold water to run anytime
But still you, whine
I want more
A bum could rummage through ya bin
And live like a king
On just one crumb o'ya cake
N'ya say ya life needs fulfilling
Some would give anything to live like you
Shame your mind, don't shine
Like your possessions do
Whining, complaining all the time
Don't see no rain on you
What side your bread is buttered on
If only you knew
What d'ya mean
I want more
Yep
I was told as a child
I wants never gets
Learned to count my blessings
Long before I saw an abacus
So what ya family don't speak
At least they're alive
Show me a man without guilt
Or a soul that ain't lied
You don't know what ya got
Open your eyes, look around
Really, hear me you
Ain't got no reason to be down
What d'ya mean
I want more
Friend what is it that you seek
What is it that you try to find
Someday I hope you realized
It shined in you all the time
Hills to climb, sights to see, seas to cross
Friends to make, hands to shake, the world is yours
Foods to taste, sounds to hear, love to feel
Seeds to sow, things to know, fish to reel
Space to quiz, stones to lift, life's a gift
What d'ya mean
I want more
Yep
What d'ya mean
I want more
Yep
The lyrics of Faithless's song "I Want More" capture the essence of human nature, which is never to be satisfied with what one has. The song is a critique of a friend who is perpetually dissatisfied despite having everything he needs to live a comfortable life. The singer expresses his bewilderment at his friend's complaints and insists that he should be content since he has a stable mind, a family, a roof over his head, and the basic necessities of life. The lyrics challenge the friend's obsession with wanting more and suggest that he should be grateful for what he has.
The singer's admonishing tone in the lyrics is aimed at urging the friend to stop whining and start appreciating the small blessings in his life. The song delivers a powerful message that life is more than acquiring material things and that true fulfillment comes from nurturing relationships and experiencing the world around us. The chorus contains the phrase "I want more," which is repeated throughout the song. This phrase can be interpreted as either a reflection of the friend's disposition or as an echo of human nature.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey friend your misery bewilders me
I'm confused about your sadness, my friend.
How come you're never satisfied or gratified
Why don't you ever seem content?
Four walls n' a roof, electricity
You have a comfortable home with all the basic amenities.
Stable mind, wife and child
You have a healthy family and a sound mind.
Hot and cold water to run anytime
You have access to clean water for your daily needs.
But still you, whine
But you are still unhappy.
I want more
You always desire more than what you have.
A bum could rummage through ya bin
Even someone with nothing can benefit from what you have.
And live like a king
They could find happiness in what you consider insignificant.
On just one crumb o'ya cake
A little bit of what you have would be enough for many.
N'ya say ya life needs fulfilling
You say your life is not satisfying.
Some would give anything to live like you
Many people would love to have the life you have.
Shame your mind, don't shine
Your negative mindset is putting a damper on your life.
Like your possessions do
Your material possessions are overshadowing your happiness.
Whining, complaining all the time
You always seem to be complaining and whining about everything.
Don't see no rain on you
You don't have any major problems or difficulties in your life.
What side your bread is buttered on
You should appreciate the good things you have in life.
If only you knew
If you only realized how fortunate you are.
I was told as a child
I learned as a child
I wants never gets
That wanting more only leads to disappointment.
Learned to count my blessings
I learned to appreciate what I have.
Long before I saw an abacus
Even before I learned to count.
So what ya family don't speak
Even if your family has its issues.
At least they're alive
You should be grateful they are alive and with you.
Show me a man without guilt
Everyone makes mistakes.
Or a soul that ain't lied
And everyone has lied at some point.
You don't know what ya got
You don't appreciate what you have.
Open your eyes, look around
You should see the good things around you.
Really, hear me you
Trust me on this.
Ain't got no reason to be down
You have no good reason to be unhappy.
Friend what is it that you seek
What are you searching for?
What is it that you try to find
What are you hoping to discover?
Someday I hope you realized
I hope one day you will see.
It shined in you all the time
That the answer was inside you all along.
Hills to climb, sights to see, seas to cross
There's so much to see and experience.
Friends to make, hands to shake, the world is yours
The world is your oyster with endless opportunities.
Foods to taste, sounds to hear, love to feel
There are so many sensory experiences to enjoy.
Seeds to sow, things to know, fish to reel
There is so much to learn and explore.
Space to quiz, stones to lift, life's a gift
Life is full of challenges and opportunities that can be rewarding.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ROLLO ARMSTRONG, AYALAH(BLISSSISTER) BENTOVIM, ALEXANDER MAXWELL FRASER, LEIGH KENNY, NEMO
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