(2) German Trance project of Ralph Fritsch & Detlef Hastik, active throughout the 90s which ended with the double A-side release: "You're My Angel / The Moon Is Shining" in 2003. "You're My Angel" was later covered by the UK duo Styles & Breeze.
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The Canadian musician decided to stop using this moniker in December 18th, 2009 and start using his own name, Owen Pallett, as he planned to release his third album in the Japanese market, where the name 'Final Fantasy' may have conflicted with the famous video game franchise. He also announced that previous albums will be re-released under his name
Owen Pallett is a violinist and singer from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He is the principal member of the band Final Fantasy, which is essentially a solo group, although Leon Taheny is also credited as drummer and engineer. (This band should not be mistaken with Square Enix's famous game series "Final Fantasy" - its music is mostly composed by 植松伸夫. The name "Final Fantasy" is in fact a tribute to the well-known video game series.) On September 18th 2006, Final Fantasy won the inaugural Polaris Music Prize for the best Canadian album (based solely on artistic merit).
Pallett has been noted for his live performances, wherein he plays the violin into a sampler controlled by foot pedals, which then loops back one or more of the previously played musical phrases as he plays additional parts simultaneously. He has also performed with more traditional string quartets as backing musicians.
He believes his work is somewhat influenced by his sexuality, saying "As far as whether the music I make is gay or queer, yeah, it comes from the fact that I'm gay, but that doesn't mean I'm making music about it." in a recent interview.
"I'm taking a cue from Joel Gibb," he begins. "He and I are very different people, and we're very different in terms of the way we've assessed our sexual identities, but one thing I really respect about him is that his music has less to do with his identity and more to do with the more interesting aspects of himself." He states in an earlier interview in Toronto's NOW Magazine concerning his sexual identity and its use in his music.
On 12 February 2005, his debut album, Final Fantasy Has A Good Home, was released by the recording club Blocks (sometimes referred to as 'BlocksBlocksBlocks'), a cooperative, Toronto-based record label of which he is a member. A second album is entitled "He Poos Clouds", and inspiration for the songs are based on the eight schools of magic used for Dungeons & Dragons and how they relate to modern times. It is released under Tomlab.
His previous projects included a 3-piece Toronto-based band, Les Mouches, now defunct. He is still a member of another Toronto band called Picastro. Owen has also recorded and toured with The Hidden Cameras and The Arcade Fire. One of his songs, "This Is the Dream of Win & Regine", was inspired by the principal members of the latter group, Win Butler and Régine Chassagne, and a Dntel song of a similar name (This is the Dream of Evan & Chan). Owen also co-wrote the orchestral arrangements for both of The Arcade Fire's albums, along with Régine Chassagne.
What Do You Think Will Happen Next
Final Fantasy Lyrics
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Says he never found someone to love
If you let the heirarchy tax your sex
What do you think will happen next
It's a road
It's a road
It's for the roads
It's a ride,
It's more than a ride
Ooo, And how much can you smoke?
Ooo, And they tax your cigarettes
Ooo, And how will you get laid?
Ooo, When your limp, when limpness gets your Masters paid
Put your lips to my ear,
turn your scream to a shout
Put your lips to my ear,
turn your scream to a shout
Yes I can
Yes I can
Yes I can
Yes I can
Yes I can
(3x)
Yes I can can can can can can can
Yes I can
Yes I can
Yes I can
Yes I can
Yes I can
(3x)
The lyrics of What Do You Think Will Happen Next by Final Fantasy, though cryptic in nature, offer commentary on societal norms and how they affect individual behavior. The old man's call from above represents the collective wisdom of the older generation, who have never been able to find true love amidst the societal structures that dictate one's sexual behavior. The reference to hierarchy taxing one's sex suggests that societal norms and pressure to conform to them can prevent one from experiencing true intimacy and love.
The chorus talks about the road and the ride, which could be interpreted as a metaphor for life's journey. It's unclear whether it's a smooth ride or not, but it's certainly more than that. The repetition of "Yes, I can" appears to be a mantra that the singer is reciting to themselves, perhaps as a means of convincing themselves that they can overcome the challenges that come with navigating the societal norms that constrain them.
Overall, the lyrics are critical of societal norms and suggest that they can be oppressive and limit one's ability to love and connect with others. The song encourages listeners to question the societal structures that govern their behavior and take control of their own lives.
Line by Line Meaning
The old man is calling from up above
An elder voice speaks of loneliness from the beyond.
Says he never found someone to love
The voice expresses regret at never having experienced love in life.
If you let the hierarchy tax your sex
When society holds power over one's sexuality, what consequences may ensue?
What do you think will happen next
Pondering the uncertain fate of a society that privileges certain individuals over others.
It's a road
The path is laid out, the journey inevitable.
It's a road
The path is laid out, the journey inevitable.
It's for the roads
The journey belongs to those who traverse it
It's a ride,
Life is an experience filled with ups and downs, moments of exhilaration and despair.
It's a ride,
Life is an experience filled with ups and downs, moments of exhilaration and despair.
It's more than a ride
Life encompasses more than just physical experience and sensations.
Ooo, And how much can you smoke?
The indulgences we cling to may carry an unseen cost.
Ooo, And they tax your cigarettes
Even simple pleasures may be taxed and restricted by greater powers.
Ooo, And how will you get laid?
Society may exert control over sexual expression, leaving some at a loss.
Ooo, When your limp, when limpness gets your Masters paid
Individuals may be exploited and dehumanized for the benefit of those in power.
Put your lips to my ear,
A call for intimacy and connection amidst chaos.
turn your scream to a shout
Amplify your pain and frustration, let others hear your suffering.
Yes I can
Even in the face of adversity and oppression, one can persevere and overcome.
Yes I can
Even in the face of adversity and oppression, one can persevere and overcome.
Yes I can
Even in the face of adversity and oppression, one can persevere and overcome.
Yes I can
Even in the face of adversity and oppression, one can persevere and overcome.
Yes I can
Even in the face of adversity and oppression, one can persevere and overcome.
Yes I can
Even in the face of adversity and oppression, one can persevere and overcome.
Yes I can can can can can can can
A resounding affirmation of self-determination and strength.
Yes I can
Even in the face of adversity and oppression, one can persevere and overcome.
Yes I can
Even in the face of adversity and oppression, one can persevere and overcome.
Yes I can
Even in the face of adversity and oppression, one can persevere and overcome.
Yes I can
Even in the face of adversity and oppression, one can persevere and overcome.
Yes I can
Even in the face of adversity and oppression, one can persevere and overcome.
Yes I can can can can can can can
A resounding affirmation of self-determination and strength.
Contributed by Gabriella S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
PersonNo1
It's almost like he doesn't take himself seriously. I LOVE HIM.
Beachin
how big are his crowds? maybe he's so chill because he feels really personable with his fans, if that's the case then i definitely need to see one of his shows
Peter Hulo
hahaha! Reverse button part! This is brilliant.
postwavenewgayz
he he oh owen! the reverse button !