Fenech-Soler is a band from Kings Cliffe, United Kingdom, that formed aroun… Read Full Bio ↴Fenech-Soler is a band from Kings Cliffe, United Kingdom, that formed around 2006. The band consists of Ross Duffy & Ben Duffy, while Daniel Soler & Andrew Lindsay departed band amicably.

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.

The Great Unknown
Fenech-Soler Lyrics

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Staring at my feet, the world is on my shoulders
My life just skipped a beat back to the start, it's over
We are but a speck against the night sky
I got the feeling that I'm not alive
And I see you and I'm hypnotized

Nice to meet you, superficial is my name
Protect my innocence, I need someone to blame

We are but floating on a sea of our desire
I got the feeling that I'm not alone
So many voices in the great unknown

I got things I should say
I'm left alone, with these thoughts every day
I got things I should say
To you my girl, I know I shouldn't stray

I'm breaking up inside, she knows she's got control
A million ways to go, each one will crush my soul
We are floating on a sea of our desire
I got the feeling that I'm not alone
But then I find you in the great unknown

I got things I should say
I'm left alone, with these thoughts every day
I got things I should say
To you my girl, I know I shouldn't stray

I float away, down a river out of sight
The night sky
I float away, down a river out of sight
You and I

And if you think I'll let you down
If you wanna say it's not okay
If you wanna stand your ground
If you want to turn and run away

And if you think I'll let you down
If you wanna say it's not okay

If you wanna stand your ground
If you want to turn and run away

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Fenech-Soler's song "The Great Unknown" are contemplative and introspective. The singer is initially overwhelmed with the weight of the world on their shoulders, feeling like they've been brought back to the beginning of their life as if it's all over. They identify as just a small speck in the vastness of the night sky, wondering if they're truly alive. But then they see someone who captivates them and they feel slightly less alone. The singer admits to having things they need to say to their partner, but they're struggling to find the words. They feel like they're breaking apart inside and that their partner has control over them, with every potential decision feeling like it will crush their soul. They recognize that they and their partner are both driven by their desires and that there are many other voices out there that they don't know. Despite all of this, the singer still finds solace in their partner and they ultimately hope that they won't let each other down.

The song explores a sense of existential dread and a search for connection in a world that can feel overwhelming. The singer seems to be wrestling with their own feelings of inadequacy and fears of failure. They struggle to communicate with their partner but ultimately find comfort in their bond. The song engenders feelings of vulnerability and tenderness, inviting the listener to empathize with the singer's struggles.

Line by Line Meaning

Staring at my feet, the world is on my shoulders
Feeling overwhelmed and burdened by the weight of the world

My life just skipped a beat back to the start, it's over
Feeling like life is repeating and going nowhere

We are but a speck against the night sky
Feeling small and insignificant in the grand scheme of things

I got the feeling that I'm not alive
Feeling disconnected and unfulfilled in life

And I see you and I'm hypnotized
Feeling entranced and captivated by someone

Nice to meet you, superficial is my name
Putting up a facade of shallowness to protect oneself

Protect my innocence, I need someone to blame
Desiring to hold onto one's purity and avoid responsibility

We are but floating on a sea of our desire
We are subject to our own wants and needs

I got the feeling that I'm not alone
Feeling like there are others experiencing the same things

So many voices in the great unknown
Feeling overwhelmed by the unknown future and all its possibilities

I got things I should say
Having things to communicate but lacking the courage or opportunity

I'm left alone, with these thoughts every day
Being trapped with one's own thoughts and emotions

To you my girl, I know I shouldn't stray
Wanting to stay loyal to one's partner despite temptation

I'm breaking up inside, she knows she's got control
Feeling emotionally unstable and manipulated by a significant other

A million ways to go, each one will crush my soul
Feeling hopeless and directionless in life

But then I find you in the great unknown
Finding comfort and hope in an uncertain future with someone else

I float away, down a river out of sight
Drifting away from life and responsibilities

You and I
Together with someone close and meaningful

And if you think I'll let you down
Offering reassurance to someone in doubt or fear

If you wanna say it's not okay
Encouraging someone to express their feelings honestly

If you wanna stand your ground
Encouraging someone to stand up for themselves

If you want to turn and run away
Acknowledging someone's desire to flee, but offering support in staying resilient

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDREW ROBERT LINDSAY, BENJAMIN JOHN DUFFY, DANIEL FENECH-SOLER, ROSS ALASDAIR DUFFY

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