There are four artists with the name Felt:

1) Felt was a 1980s UK in… Read Full Bio ↴There are four artists with the name Felt:

1) Felt was a 1980s UK indie band hailing from Birmingham, led by enigmatic Lawrence Hayward (or, just "Lawrence" for preference), and usually included guitarist Maurice Deebank and drummer Gary Ainge.
The band claimed to have released ten albums and ten singles in ten years but actually released 11 singles if you include their debut Index on Shanghai Packaging. They were influenced by, among others, New York band Television and 60's icon Bob Dylan. Forming in 1979, Felt never broke through to the mainstream, but enjoyed a substantial cult following. Throughout the early 1980s, Felt released a number of oblique, minimalistic guitar pop gems. In 1986 they broke through with the single "Primitive Painters" (featuring the Cocteau Twins' Elizabeth Fraser), and the album "Forever Breathes The Lonely Word". Here, Hayward's trademark melodic songs are matched by a fuller sound - catchy organ lines from Martin Duffy (now with Primal Scream) and Deebank's cascading guitars feature throughout.
Following this, releases in 1987 of Poem Of The River, in 1988 of The Pictorial Jackson Review, and in 1989 of Me And A Monkey On The Moon, cemented Felt's cult following and reputation, before Hayward split the band up to pursue 70s-influenced project, Denim, and subsequently Go-Kart Mozart.
Felt's influence continues to reverberate in the music of current bands like Belle and Sebastian who have acknowledged their admiration.

2) Felt is a collaboration between emcees Murs (Nick Carter) and Slug (Sean Daley of Atmosphere). The group has released two albums so far, with the first one being produced by Murs' fellow Living Legends member the grouch and the second one with Slugs long time beat maker ant behind the boards.

according to the Rhymesayers website (their label):
FELT is a musical collaboration with the long-term goal of having sex with b-level Hollywood actresses. On tour back in 2001, Murs and Slug were in a van driving from Eugene, OR to San Francisco, CA. Near Weed, CA on highway 5 South, there was a heated discussion over which rapper had the better chance of sleeping with Christina Ricci. Murs and Slug decided to make a record dedicated to Christina Ricci (with the hope of either Murs or Slug succeeding in having sex with her). Built on friendly competition, it was also an experiment to see if a rap record would be able to help breathe new life into her career.

The duo is coming at it once again with Aesop Rock taking control of the production. Felt 3 A Tribute to Rosie Perez was released in 2009.

3) Felt was an early '70 band from Alabama. Their sole album, titled FELT and issued in 1971, is full of good guitar work and fine vocals, and has become a very rare collectors' item. The band's leader Myke Jackson also made a solo album.

4) FELT is a Japanese doujinshi circle primarily focusing on the Touhou franchise, comprising of around 10 members. Their first album released in 2010, titled Milky Wink. They primarily focus on Ambient and Pop but also do Electronic vocal tracks as well. In 2020, it was announced on Twitter that the next album after Last Wink is going to be their final album as FELT believe they will disband afterwards.

Spanish House
Felt Lyrics

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Petulance - you're out to gain
Bribery - it's the same old tale
Pestilence - it's your only way
Injury - [where the flock tribes stay](?)
Insanity - it's the way god slaves
The treachery of this crown jewel phase
Believe me, it's what we're heading for
Believe me, and no more

Don't go to the spanish house
Œcos you know it's a trap
Don't go
On the galleon sea
It's a mystery
Don't go
Eleven dead so the tv said
Don't go
You can stay
Possessions - the things you keep
There a well-timed secret that your enemies seek
Apathy - it's up to you
Secrecy - what the hell do you do?
Innocence - for you future is made
In this gold rush of these landmine days
I foretold your very actions
In the dim light of adventures now
Don't go
To the spanish house
Œcos you know it's a trap
Don't go
On the galleon sea
It's a mystery
Don't go
Eleven dead so the tv said
Don't go
You can stay
Petulance - you're out to gain
Bribery - it's the same old tale
Pestilence - it's your only way
Injury - [where the flock tribes stay](?)
Insanity - it's the way god slaves
The treachery of this crown jewel phase
Believe me, it's what we're heading for
Believe me, and no more
Don't go
To the spanish house
Œcos you know it's a trap
Don't go
On the galleon sea

It's a mystery
Don't go

Overall Meaning

The song Spanish House by Felt is a warning to avoid getting entangled in treacherous schemes that could lead to mysterious and dangerous outcomes. The lyrics describe the various tactics used by those seeking power and wealth, including petulance, bribery, pestilence, injury, and insanity. These are the tools of those who are after "this crown jewel phase" and will stop at nothing to achieve their goals. The chorus echoes the warning "don't go to the Spanish house" as it is "a trap" that is best avoided.

The song suggests that possessions can become a liability, as they can be used against you. Apathy and secrecy are also examined, and the future is painted as a gold rush of landmine days where the innocent are caught up in the traps set by the corrupt. The final verses point to the futility of trying to predict the future, as the "dim light of adventures now" hides the scheming of those lusting after power. The refrain "don't go to the Spanish house" is repeated, emphasizing the importance of avoiding those who might cause us harm.

The song has an enigmatic quality that reflects the mystery and danger of the Spanish house, which is left largely to the listener's imagination. It is an evocative and poetic meditation on the corrupting influence of power and wealth, and the need to remain vigilant in the face of those who may seek to harm us.

Line by Line Meaning

Petulance - you're out to gain
You are behaving in an immature and impatient manner to achieve your goals.

Bribery - it's the same old tale
The act of offering or taking bribes in exchange for something is not new and has been a long-standing practice.

Pestilence - it's your only way
You resort to causing widespread disease or destruction as it is the only way to achieve your objectives.

Injury - where the flock tribes stay
You cause harm to a place or group where people reside in close proximity to each other.

Insanity - it's the way god slaves
You indulge in irrational or unusual behavior as if you are compelled by some unseen force or higher power.

The treachery of this crown jewel phase
This time period is characterized by the deceit and betrayal of those in positions of power or wealth.

Believe me, it's what we're heading for
Trust me, we are inevitably moving towards this fate or outcome.

Believe me, and no more
Stop doubting my credibility and accept what I say as truth.

Don't go to the spanish house
Avoid going to this location.

Œcos you know it's a trap
Because you are aware that it is a scheme or deception.

On the galleon sea
During a voyage on a large sailing ship.

It's a mystery
The situation or events surrounding this circumstance are unknown or puzzling.

Eleven dead so the tv said
According to reports on television, 11 people have died.

You can stay
It is recommended that you stay where you are and not venture out.

Possessions - the things you keep
Your belongings or material possessions.

There a well-timed secret that your enemies seek
Your adversaries are searching for a strategically advantageous secret you possess.

Apathy - it's up to you
It is solely your responsibility whether you choose to lack interest or concern in a particular matter.

Secrecy - what the hell do you do?
What actions do you take to maintain confidentiality or prevent others from finding out your confidential information?

Innocence - for you future is made
Your future is determined by whether you remain morally pure and untainted by negative influences.

In this gold rush of these landmine days
In this chaotic and unpredictable time period where people rush to acquire wealth and power, often at great risk to themselves.

I foretold your very actions
I predicted the precise things that you would do or say.

In the dim light of adventures now
In the uncertain and unpredictable circumstances of the present moment.

Contributed by Jackson E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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