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".
We Come 1
Faithless Lyrics
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Bitter seeds and poisoned leaves
Without you
You represent what's true
I drain the colour from the sky and turn blue
Without you
Flappin' like a humming bird
I'm nervous 'cause I'm the left eye, you're the right
Would it not be madness to fight?
We come one
In you the song which rights my wrongs
In you the fullness of living
The power to begin again
From right now
In you
(In you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you)
Come one (come one, come one, come one, come one, come one)
We come one (come one, come one, come one)
We come one
We come
We come one
I'm unafraid
Never, never scared
Worries washed
Pressed, aired
I'm the left eye, you're the right
Would it not be madness to fight?
We come one (one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one)
One
(One, one, one, one, one, one)
We come one (come one, come one, come one, come one, come one, come one, come one)
One
One
One
We come
We come
(One)
One
The lyrics to Faithless's song "We Come 1" seem to be about the power of love and how it can lift you up and give you the strength to overcome any obstacle. The first two lines of the song, "All the subtle flavours of my life have become/Bitter seeds and poisoned leaves," suggest that the singer is feeling bitter and jaded about life. However, they go on to say "Without you/You represent what's true," suggesting that they have found someone who grounds them and gives their life meaning. The next two lines, "I drain the colour from the sky and turn blue/Without you," are a powerful metaphor for the way that love can change your perspective on life and make everything seem brighter.
The following verse, "These arms lack a purpose/Flappin' like a humming bird/I'm nervous 'cause I'm the left eye, you're the right/Would it not be madness to fight?" suggests that the singer feels incomplete and unsure of themselves without their partner. They compare themselves to a hummingbird, a bird that is always in constant motion and never seems to rest, perhaps suggesting that they don't know how to be still and calm without their partner.
The chorus, "We come one," seems to be a rallying cry for unity and togetherness. It suggests that when we come together and work as one, we can achieve great things. The repeated lines of "come one" emphasize this idea of unity and togetherness.
Line by Line Meaning
All the subtle flavours of my life have become
Bitter seeds and poisoned leaves
Without you
My life has lost its beauty and goodness without you. Everything that made me happy before now causes me sadness and bitterness.
You represent what's true
I drain the colour from the sky and turn blue
Without you
You are the embodiment of truth, and without you, my life becomes dull, depressing, and lacks meaning.
These arms lack a purpose
Flappin' like a humming bird
I'm nervous 'cause I'm the left eye, you're the right
Would it not be madness to fight?
I feel out of place and aimless without you. Our relationship and dynamic are like yin and yang, and fighting against that would be irrational.
We come one
In you the song which rights my wrongs
In you the fullness of living
The power to begin again
From right now
In you
(In you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you, in you)
Together, we are united and stronger. You have the ability to make everything right and give me hope for the future. You are the key to my happiness and fulfillment.
Come one (come one, come one, come one, come one, come one)
Let's come together as one entity and embrace our unity.
We come one (come one, come one, come one)
Let's unite and become whole.
I'm unafraid
Never, never scared
Worries washed
Pressed, aired
I'm the left eye, you're the right
Would it not be madness to fight?
With you, I feel invincible and fearless. All my troubles and fears are washed away when I'm with you. Our differences complement each other, so it would be foolish to argue or fight against that.
We come one (one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one, one)
One
(One, one, one, one, one, one)
Let's join together as one entity and become whole. We are a single unit, and we should embrace that.
We come one (come one, come one, come one, come one, come one, come one, come one)
One
One
One
Let's unite and become one, let go of our differences, and embrace our unity.
We come
We come
(One)
One
Together, we come and become one entity, and we should embrace our unity and become whole.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MAXWELL FRASER, ROLLO ARMSTRONG, AYALAH BENTOVIM
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@alisonmachin7474
God has his DJ. Gutted😔 Beautiful man, beautiful soul, beautiful poetry. So many must have fine memories if lucky enough to see you and Faithless live. Mine...
Breakfast? - wine.
Time?- Sunday morning.
Year?- 2004
Where?- Punchestown Race course, Ireland.
Weather?- Rain.
Song? - God is a DJ.
Feeling? - Bliss ❤️
R.I.P ✌️
@anthonymay3142
Rest in peace bro, your a true legendary, your music lives on forever, your a part of our upbringing and lifestyle..RIP
@leesmith4734
Rip ya was a brilliant guy love ya music 🎶 💯 ❤
@jamesfaulkner9968
Just heard and came here to listen.
@611jrj
Rest in Peace, thanks for your music😢
@samwilding9447
Unbelievable rip x
@Lee-cn7yp
You're*
@BrunoGaric
Crazy how time flies. One day you're a teenager in the early 00's, living the life doing your thing. Next day you're 30+ with a kid watching those people who shaped your teenage years pass away. Life goes so fast, but the music stays forever. Thanks for the memories and rest in peace.
@leedoyle6876
Lovely, can't quite find the words myself but u said it boss ,xx
@damienhawker1252
Thought the same thing yesterday
@mattgee1118
The worlds a mfing trip man.