They released six albums on Pork Recordings and after creating their own music label, Twentythree Records in 1999, a further four albums followed. Other releases include a various artists compilation in the Another Late Night series, which featured a new track of theirs, Nature Boy (a Nat King Cole cover), and a more dancefloor-oriented compilation entitled Another Fine Mess, as well as two double albums of Fila remixes commissioned by other artists and labels entitled Brazilification and B2.
They co-produced The Twilight singers debut l.p with Greg Dulli and collaborated with Harold Budd and Bill Nelson to produce Three White Roses & A Budd EP.
It appears that after releasing their "Best of"-album Retrospective (2006), a single (Neanderthal) and a final four-track EP entitled One Track Mind - EP in 2007 (these last two only available as downloads), Fila Brazillia quietly disbanded in 2008. Steve Cobby had formed the label Steel Tiger Records in late 2006 with Sim Lister. Over the course of 2007, the label saw various digital releases by J*S*T*A*R*S (Cobby and Lister), Peacecorps (Cobby and guitarist Rich Arthurs) and The Cutler (Cobby and Pork). Other projects of his include Solid Doctor (or The Solid Doctor) and Heights of Abraham (with Lister and Jake Harries). Currently, David McSherry is an instructor of audio processes at the University of Lincoln. He has also recorded a solo LP as Mandrillus Sphynx.
Steve Cobby mixcloud page @ http://www.mixcloud.com/porky/
(2) Hull-based duo Fila Brazillia is the most popular and acclaimed of the noted Pork Recordings stable. Formed in 1990 by producers Steve Cobby and Dave McSherry, Fila followed Cobby's association with Ashley & Jackson, a moderately successful pop/dance group signed to Big Life! that went belly up as the label began demanding more and more pop and less dance. Returning to his native Hull from Manchester, Cobby met DJ/dabbler Dave Pork, and the two forged a creative alliance. Hooking up with McSherry to form Fila, the group's first 12", "The Mermaid," was released that same year on Pork's fledgling imprint (formed, actually, specifically for the occasion), gaining instant acclaim among DJs and headphonauts alike for its innovative fusion of funk, dub, house, hip-hop, and acid jazz.
The group followed their debut single with a string of full-length releases (Old Codes, New Chaos, Maim That Tune, and Black Market Gardening among them), which were instrumental in building Pork's reputation as one of the most consistent and respected of England's vast ocean of underground breakbeat/trip-hop labels. Later releases integrated elements of pop and drum'n'bass on a number of tracks. Fila's rep also translated into a number of acclaimed remixes, including Lamb's "Cotton Wool," the Orb's "Toxygene," and DJ Food's "Freedom" (over a dozen of which were featured on the 2000 collection Brazilification). During the new millennium, the duo released the mix album Another Late Night in 2001 and the studio effort Jump Leads early the following year. After two years of recording inactivity, in 2004 the duo released a pair of production albums (The Life and Times of Phoebus Brumal and Dicks), plus another mix album (Another Fine Mess). In addition to Fila, Cobby is also an active member of other Pork stable acts such as Solid Doctor (his solo guise) and Heights of Abraham, both of which have released a number of full-length recordings. ~ Sean Cooper, Rovi
Leaving My Sorrow Behind
Fila Brazillia Lyrics
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Come the morning
Wakes you up under the sky
Leave my sorrow behind
It only weighs me down
I feel so bad inside
Birds flying home
Raise you up under the sky
Leave my sorrow behind
It only weighs me down
I feel so bad inside
Tell me why Lord
I must learn how to cry
Before I can see where I'm going
Lord why does my sorrow make me feel so good
A new day dawns
Loneliness has been silent enough 'round here
Sunlight blinds our eyes
Everything is coming home to stay for good this time
Tell me why Lord
I must learn how to cry
Before I can see where I'm going
Lord why does my sorrow make me feel so good
Birds flying home
And I'm leaving my sorrow behind
The lyrics in Fila Brazillia's song Leaving My Sorrow Behind describe the feeling of a fresh start. The mention of birds flying in the morning alludes to the idea of new beginnings, with the birds representing freedom and a sense of renewal. The phrase "Leave my sorrow behind, it only weighs me down" emphasizes the idea that holding onto past pains can hinder personal growth. The repetition of "I feel so bad inside" reaffirms the emotional toll that carrying emotional baggage can have. The chorus asks for an explanation as to why one must experience sadness before finding clarity and why the process of letting go can feel good, yet still be incredibly difficult.
The second verse presents a sense of acceptance and optimism. The realization that loneliness has been present for too long implies a recognition of an unhealthy pattern in one's life. The phrase "Everything is coming home to stay for good this time" represents a desire for stability and the belief that positive changes are taking place. The chorus repeats, reminding the listener that the process of healing often involves facing pain head-on.
Overall, the lyrics in Leaving My Sorrow Behind convey a message of growth and perseverance through difficult times. While the process of confronting emotional wounds can be painful, the song suggests that it is necessary in order to experience a true sense of freedom and happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Birds flying down
As the morning approaches, birds are flying downwards towards the ground.
Come the morning
As the morning arrives, the world is waking up and the day is beginning.
Wakes you up under the sky
The open sky welcomes you to a new day and fills you with hope and energy.
Leave my sorrow behind
I am letting go of my past sorrows and not carrying that emotional burden anymore.
It only weighs me down
My sorrows do not allow me to move forward, as they are heavy and hinder my progress.
I feel so bad inside
Internally, I feel broken, unhappy, and oppressed with the weight of my sorrows.
Birds flying home
As the day comes to an end, the birds are flying upwards towards their homes.
Raise you up under the sky
The beautiful sky uplifts your mood and assures you that everything will be alright.
Tell me why Lord
Questioning the reasons behind one's sorrow - it could be a higher force or a rhetorical question.
I must learn how to cry
Sometimes, we need to experience sadness and tears to truly understand and appreciate the good things in our lives.
Before I can see where I'm going
Sorrow can cloud our judgment and prevent us from seeing the positive aspects of our lives and our future.
Lord why does my sorrow make me feel so good
Questioning the paradoxical feeling of finding comfort in one's own sorrows despite the pain and hurt they cause.
And I'm leaving my sorrow behind
A firm decision to move on from the past torments and start anew with hope for a brighter future.
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY
Written by: BENJAMIN JOHN CHRISTOPHERS
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