Embracing a moody, introspective pop sound that's smart, tuneful, forceful,… Read Full Bio ↴Embracing a moody, introspective pop sound that's smart, tuneful, forceful, and sweetly melancholy all at once, Faunts were formed in 2000 by Tim Batke and his brother Steven Batke, who hail from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. With Tim handling guitar, keyboards, and vocals while Steven contributed vocals and guitar, Faunts became a trio with the addition of percussionist Paul Arnusch. After Joel Hitchcock signed on as the group's keyboard player and Scott Gallant became their bassist, Faunts set out to make a name for themselves on Northern Canada's music scene, and steady club work led to concert dates opening for Broken Social Scene, Do Make Say Think, and Stars. After two well-received tours of Canada, Faunts struck a deal with the independent Friendly Fire label, and the group released their debut album, High Expectations/Low Results, in the fall of 2005. A five-song EP, M4, appeared in late 2007, released only via digital download services; the EP featured music created to accompany a series of short films presented as part of a multimedia project. One of the songs, "M4, Pt. 2," was featured in the popular video game Mass Effect for the PC and Xbox 360. By this time, Hitchcock had left the group and another member of the Batke family, Rob Batke, had joined the lineup on keyboards and laptop manipulations.

The band is also currently on hiatus.

Of Nature
Faunts Lyrics

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Waking to the silence in your voice
Waking to the light, I'll now rejoice
Knowing everything could come undone
And knowing that you and I will be one

This day is dragging on, why don't you die?
The nights are carried on by blackened sky
Forever has no end but has a start

Forever your love
Will not fall apart
I know that your love
Will not fall apart

So I'll wake
For the end is crashing through
Seconds pass
In an hour
(Oh) I know I'll go
So please don't take me now
I need to note
Something that's told.

You stood by (Watching)
Because I cannot sleep (Please wake)
Just to say (I'm told)
Sorry I'm told
You stood by (Watching)
Because I cannot sleep (Please wake)
Is this to say (I'm told)
I am told.

Waking to the silence in your voice
Waking to the light, I'll now rejoice

Overall Meaning

Faunts’ “Of Nature” uses poetic language and emotive imagery to convey a sense of transience and the inevitability of change. The opening lines depict an awakening to silence, which can represent the lack of communication or a break in a relationship. The relief of waking up to light can also indicate an appreciation for new beginnings or hope for a brighter future. The following two lines portray a sense of uncertainty, implying that everything could come undone, yet there is still a sense of comfort in knowing that two people can find unity in the midst of turmoil.

The chorus is more conflicted, with a bitter desire for the day to end, while at the same time acknowledging that forever, even though it has no end, has a start. This paradoxical observation can be seen as an acceptance of the ebb and flow of life, where all things must eventually come to an end. The refrain, “I know that your love will not fall apart,” adds to the tension in the song, as it implies fear that a relationship might crumble, but with the promise of it not doing so.

In the bridge, the singer is resigned to the passing of time, as they realize that their life is limited and will come to an end. The plea, “Please don’t take me now,” is a common human fear of the unknown and the inevitable. The need to note “something that’s told” can be interpreted as a desire to leave a lasting legacy or impression on the world, even if it's just a small note to someone they care about. The final two verses echo the opening lines, with the repetition symbolizing the cyclical nature of life and the need to find joy and happiness in the everyday moments.

Line by Line Meaning

Waking to the silence in your voice
Starting my day feeling the absence of your voice, the quietness around me is noticeable

Waking to the light, I'll now rejoice
With the light of a new day comes hope, and I will be happy and grateful for this new beginning

Knowing everything could come undone
Being aware that everything I hold dear can be taken away unexpectedly, which makes the present moment even more precious

And knowing that you and I will be one
Feeling assured that our love will last forever, and we will always remain united

This day is dragging on, why don't you die?
Feeling hopeless and impatient, wondering why time is passing so slowly, and wishing for an end to suffering

The nights are carried on by blackened sky
The darkness of the night seems endless and oppressive, and it feels like nothing can penetrate it

Forever has no end but has a start
Reflecting on the idea that eternity has no beginning or end, yet everything has a starting point

Forever your love Will not fall apart
Having faith that the love between two people will endure despite the challenges of life and remain steadfast

I know that your love Will not fall apart
Believing wholeheartedly that your love is strong enough to withstand any test of time

So I'll wake For the end is crashing through
Realizing that nothing lasts forever, and it is better to live in the present moment and cherish what we have since the end will come eventually

Seconds pass In an hour
Time moves faster than we think, and moments slip away quickly without us even noticing

(Oh) I know I'll go So please don't take me now
Understanding that death is inevitable, but not wanting to leave this life just yet

I need to note Something that's told.
Feeling the urgency to remember or record a message or piece of information that was given to me earlier

You stood by (Watching) Because I cannot sleep (Please wake)
Realizing that someone (possibly the person I love) was present with me while I lay awake in the night, waiting for sleep to come

Just to say (I'm told) Sorry I'm told
Being informed or reminded that someone said sorry (possibly to me), but unable to recall the specific details

Is this to say (I'm told) I am told.
Questioning whether the previous thoughts were accurate or based on something I was told by someone else

Contributed by John J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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