They released their debut album Fenech-Soler on September 27th 2010 on B-Unique. It's an album that begins with a blast, its opener "Battlefields" launching with a heavenly chorus of voices, "Golden Sun" plays with rhythms that summon up the sultriness of desert heat; "The Great Unknown" takes a distant echo on French House in new, dizzying directions. And of course "Stop And Stare" play-listed at Radio 1 in May 2010, and reached Top 10 of the Dance and Indie singles chart.
"Lies" is their most famous song so far.
On Top
Fenech-Soler Lyrics
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Bleed across my mind into one
All of the secrets shadows in the sun
I'm on top
Nothing can [?] my view
London's got me dreaming of you
Wondering why I know I can't lose
We're on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top
We're on top
I can't [?}
But i can see what's lying beneath
I just know I won't be decieved
I'm on top
Forever is a long time, you said
Well, you can wear this crown on your head
I dont evren care now if I'm dead
I'm on top, on top, on top . on top
We're on top, on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top, ontop
We're on top, on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top, on top
We're on top, on top, on top, on top
On top, always on tiop
On top, always on top
On top, always on top
On top, always on top
On top, always on top
On top, always on top
On top, always on top
On top, always on top
The lyrics of Fenech-Soler's "On Top" are open to interpretation, but the overall theme seems to be one of triumph and positivity. The line "All of these colours, they run, bleed across my mind into one" could be interpreted as a metaphor for the various experiences and emotions one goes through in life, with everything blending together to form a cohesive whole. The references to "secrets" and "shadows in the sun" suggest that the singer has perhaps overcome some obstacles or struggles in their life, but is now emerging victorious and basking in the sunshine.
The chorus of "I'm on top, on top, on top" reinforces this theme of triumph and victory, with the repetition emphasizing the importance of this feeling. The mention of London and dreaming of someone may suggest that the singer feels like they have achieved something in the city, or they associate this place with a sense of success. The lines "I can't [?] / But I can see what's lying beneath / I just know I won't be deceived" suggests that the singer may have gained some perspective or insight into things that they couldn't fully understand before. They are now confident in their ability to see through deception and remain true to themselves.
The second half of the song plays off the same theme of being "on top", with the repetition of the phrase and the additional lyrics emphasizing this feeling. The mention of wearing a crown and not caring if one is dead suggests a sense of contentment and fulfillment that transcends life and death. Overall, "On Top" is a song that celebrates personal triumph and the sense of accomplishment that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
All of these colours, they run
The various experiences of my life are finally coming together in my mind
Bleed across my mind into one
These experiences are blending together into a single entity within my mind
All of the secrets shadows in the sun
Even what was once hidden is now apparent and part of this fusion of experiences
I'm on top
This sense of completeness and understanding has me feeling empowered and in control of my life
Nothing can [?] my view
There is nothing that can detract from my optimism and sense of wellbeing
London's got me dreaming of you
Even in the midst of all these positive experiences, I can't help but long for something more
Wondering why I know I can't lose
Despite this longing, I remain steadfast in my confidence that everything will work out for me
We're on top, on top, on top
This sense of power and confidence is something that I share with those around me, making us all feel triumphant
I can't [?}
There may be things that I don't fully understand, but I refuse to let that detract from my sense of completeness
But i can see what's lying beneath
Despite my lack of complete understanding, I am able to recognize the underlying patterns and connections in my experiences
I just know I won't be decieved
I have a strong sense of intuition that tells me I can trust in myself and my experiences
Forever is a long time, you said
Someone once cautioned me about the perceived permanence of things, but I refuse to dwell on that
Well, you can wear this crown on your head
I am confident enough in my position that I am happy to let others take on the burden of responsibility
I dont evren care now if I'm dead
In fact, I'm so confident and fulfilled that even the prospect of death holds no fear or worry for me
On top, on top, on top, on top
My sense of empowerment and confidence is something that I am constantly aware of and revel in
Always on top
This sense of confidence and completeness has become a permanent fixture in my life
Writer(s): Andrew Robert Lindsay, Benjamin John Duffy, Ross Alasdair Duffy, Tom Neville
Contributed by Zoe Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.