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".
What About Love
Faithless Lyrics
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Come on [Repeat: x 3]
I know you so intimately
Anger and misery
The reason for my heart's fragility
How will it be if you simply set me free
Restore my ability, to hold my head high
Goodbye to the enemy, it's been too long
Come on
What about love? [Repeat: x 5]
Come on
I know you so intimately
Your heady sensuality
The reason for my heart's fragility
How will it be if you simply come back to me
Restore my stability
Take your fill of me
Finally in step like the military
And just as strong, it's been so long
Come on
What about love? [Repeat: x 5]
The lyrics of Faithless's song "What About Love" express a plea for love and forgiveness. The singer, Maxi Jazz, is addressing someone he knows intimately, likely a romantic partner or close friend, who has caused him anger, misery, and heartbreak. He asks for their forgiveness and understanding, hoping to restore their relationship to a place of love and stability. He acknowledges his past mistakes, acknowledging that he used to lie and be an enemy to this person, but now he wants to be truthful and move forward.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of urgency and desperation in Maxi Jazz's voice. He needs this person to hear him, to acknowledge his pain and his desire for a better future together. The repetition of the phrase "What about love?" emphasizes the importance of this emotion and the need for it to be the foundation of their relationship.
Overall, the lyrics of "What About Love" are a plea for forgiveness and a call to action. The singer wants to move past the pain and heartbreak and restore their relationship to a place of love and stability.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on
Inviting the person addressed in the lyrics to take action or get involved.
I know you so intimately
Addressing someone who is well known to the singer, perhaps even too well and too familiarly.
Anger and misery
Negative emotions that the singer associates with the person addressed in the lyrics.
The reason for my heart's fragility
Implying that the negative emotions or events surrounding the person addressed in the lyrics have caused emotional damage or vulnerability for the artist.
How will it be if you simply set me free
Expressing a desire for freedom or separation from the person addressed in the lyrics.
Restore my ability, to hold my head high
Asking for help to regain confidence and self-esteem that has been lost.
To speak only truth where I used to lie
Expressing a desire to transform oneself and behave more honestly moving forward.
Goodbye to the enemy, it's been too long
Acknowledging that the person addressed in the lyrics has been an adversary, but expressing an intention to move on from that dynamic.
What about love? [Repeat: x 5]
Questioning the importance of love and its continued absence in their relationship.
Your heady sensuality
Praising the attractive qualities of the person addressed in the lyrics.
How will it be if you simply come back to me
Expressing a desire for reconciliation and reunion.
Restore my stability
Asking for help to regain a sense of stability and security that has been lost.
Take your fill of me
Offering oneself completely to the person addressed in the lyrics.
Finally in step like the military
Describing how the singer envisions their relationship moving forward in perfect harmony and coordination.
And just as strong, it's been so long
Expressing an eagerness to reconnect and recapture the strength of their relationship after a long period of difficulty.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AYALAH BENTOVIM, MAX FRASER, ROLLO ARMSTRONG
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Filip Huygh
What a night, what a show.. life is made from memories and this is by far my best one. RIP my man. For some of us you will never die 🤘
joanne evans
O M G, I'm 70 next year , this music just brings me alive . Forget the covid restrictions load of nonsense that is. This music so brings you back to life. Thank you so much FAITHLESS>
dave kaio
Rest Well MJ. Keep that dance floor pumping til we all, if we are blessed enough, get to be with you again
Lee CovidiO
💚
Boro Gadjovski
Rest in peace, big man! I will never forget the live shows that I experienced :(
Bobby Knock
One of the best live acts I've ever seen a true super band feel good from beginning to end and beyond.
akashmiddya
cant agree more!
Laurent Schweizer
Aaa
Loraine Berry
Amen
Jairo Salazar
Un verdadero himno!