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Front man Anton Laurila came up with the name for the band at a moment when he felt as though he was a failed person, wrote something about it down and misspelled the word "Failed" with "Feiled"; He thought it was a great name for a band.
Anton started writing songs back in 2001 right when the band was getting its start with the two men; Anton and Henri. Their first demo, "Feiled", was released a year later. After the release of their demo they began to be noticed by the general public, they started doing some gigs, and Poko Records had taken interest in the band. Anton wasn't satisfied.
Their second record, "Lost EP", was released shortly thereafter and they started becoming more popular. Anton had played the drums on the demo and the Lost EP, he replaced that position with Markus Tourunen. Now Anton took to his own place on the stage. Mikka left in 2003 due to other musical endeavors and was replaced by Martin Lindholm.
In 2004 Feiled had changed the band lineup, Markus and Romy had left in October. Hannes replaced Markus, the band playing with only one guitarist. Now Feiled had the permanent members of the band. Songs were written over the course of the winter season. Though, Anton had problems with his throat which caused some delay. The promo was later released that coming summer. Feiled was signed to Poko Records and soon after started to record a full length album.
The year 2005 has brought more from the band. They now have a music video for the song Lost, there's a growing number of fan sites, plenty more fans, and more gigs. Also a new guitarist, Masi Hukari has joined the lineup. There are presently (July 2005) several album reviews about Midnight Poems which was released in April.
Requiem
Feiled Lyrics
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I guess that is what I hope for
All friends they've gone away
I'm left in this decay
Too young to end my life
And too old to feel alive
A pathetic little piece of shit
When all is said and done from this
I've found no peace of mind from it
A stranger in this time and place
Tired of being afraid
Be careful what you hope for
Someone's knocking at my door
If you dare to keep your dreams alive
Prepare to loose the fight
Reach out for harmony
What's that supposed to mean
I see Jesus coming from the clouds
Shaking hands with greed and doubt
When all is said and done from this
I've found no peace of mind from it
A stranger in this time and place
Tired of being afraid
We're nothing more than selfish beings
Always taking more than we can give
We are raping lives and stealing dreams
Spreading this decease
The lyrics to Feiled's song "Requiem" delve into themes of disillusionment, despair, and the craving for an end to suffering. The singer of the song expresses a deep longing for the world to end, seeing it as a potential release from their pain and the decay they find themselves in. The absence of friends and a sense of isolation contribute to their desperation.
The lyrics convey a sense of hopelessness and self-deprecation. The singer feels trapped between the desire to escape their torment and the understanding that they are too young to take their own life and too old to find true fulfillment. They view themselves as insignificant and pathetic, praying for an end to their suffering.
The chorus warns about the consequences of holding onto dreams and hopes. The line "Be careful what you hope for, someone's knocking at my door" implies that pursuing dreams can bring unwanted challenges and difficulties. The singer acknowledges the constant struggle and the possibility of losing the fight in pursuing their dreams.
The lyrics touch upon the idea of seeking harmony, but question its significance and effectiveness. The mention of Jesus shaking hands with greed and doubt suggests a disillusionment with religion and its supposed ability to bring peace. The singer feels like a stranger in their current time and place, tired of living in fear.
The final stanza of the lyrics highlights the destructive nature of humanity. It portrays humans as selfish beings who take more than they give, causing suffering, and stealing dreams from others. The mention of "this decease" refers to the contagious nature of this negative behavior, suggesting that it spreads like a disease.
Overall, "Requiem" portrays a desperate yearning for an end to suffering, disillusionment with societal norms, and a keen awareness of the destructive tendencies of humanity.
Line by Line Meaning
I preach the end of world
I advocate for the destruction of the world
I guess that is what I hope for
I suppose that is my wish
All friends they've gone away
All my friends have departed
I'm left in this decay
I am left amidst this decay
Too young to end my life
I am too young to terminate my existence
And too old to feel alive
And too old to experience vitality
A pathetic little piece of shit
An insignificant and despicable individual
Praying for the end of it
Begging for it all to come to an end
When all is said and done from this
After everything is concluded from this
I've found no peace of mind from it
I have not discovered tranquility from it
A stranger in this time and place
An unfamiliar person in this period and location
Tired of being afraid
Weary of living in fear
Be careful what you hope for
Exercise caution in your aspirations
Someone's knocking at my door
There is someone knocking on my door
If you dare to keep your dreams alive
If you are bold enough to maintain your dreams
Prepare to loose the fight
Be ready to lose the battle
Reach out for harmony
Strive for a state of peace and unity
What's that supposed to mean
What is the intended significance of that
I see Jesus coming from the clouds
I envision Jesus descending from the sky
Shaking hands with greed and doubt
Engaging with greed and uncertainty
We're nothing more than selfish beings
We are nothing beyond self-centered creatures
Always taking more than we can give
Constantly extracting more than we can offer
We are raping lives and stealing dreams
We are violating lives and confiscating dreams
Spreading this decease
Propagating this infectious corruption
Contributed by Sophie E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.