In t… Read Full Bio ↴Future Kings Of Spain were a rock 4 piece from Dublin, Ireland.
In this September 2009 posting on their MySpace and email to fans, Future Kings of Spain (FKOS) announced that they were no longer active as a band:
"Future Kings Of Spain started out in February 2000 as Joey Wilson, Anton Hegarty and Bryan McMahon. They rehearsed for 5 months until they had a set of songs long enough to play in front of people. Finally and with no name, in July 2000 they played to some friends in a nightclub in Dublin.
In December 2000, introduced as Future Kings Of Spain, they played their first real show. They were joined by Karl Hussey in late 2003 and remained a 4-piece until they brought things to a close in June 2009.
The band recorded 2 LPs and 1 EP. The first LP and the EP for Red Flag Records; the second and last LP for their own label, What’s The Kim? Recordings.
From Dublin, Ireland FKOS toured, recorded and made friends in North America, Europe, the UK, Japan, Australia and Ireland."
Originally formed by Joey Wilson (vocals/guitar), Bryan McMahon (drums) and Anton Hegarty (bass) Future Kings Of Spain played their first gig as support to former Dinosaur Jr mainman J Mascis and The Fog in Dublin's Temple Bar Music Centre in December 2000. Fellow Dubliners Ten Speed Racer were in the audience and brought the band to the attention of their record company, London-based independent Red Flag Records.
The self titled debut album recorded by Ted Niceley (Girls Vs Boys, Jawbox, Fugazi) was finally released in late 2003 and accompanied by intensive touring the band achieved considerable momentum and a dedicated following on the basis of an intense live show. The three original members were joined by Karl Hussey.
Completed in late 2005 and previewed at an invitation only event at The Temple Bar Music Centre the second album "Nervousystem" was scheduled for a 2006 release but has still not seen the light of day. Rumours of the demise of their record label and the band abounded. FKOS played their only gig of 2006 on October 13th as headliners on the opening night of the Hard Working Class Heroes festival which Hot Press called the Best Performance of the festival.
In February 2007 FKOS announced they had parted ways with Red Flag Records and the release of the first single from the new album on March 30th as well as an irish tour in April/May.
On 28th September 2007 the second album nervousystem was finally released, the band spent the subsequent two years promoting the album and touring Ireland.
Upside Down
Future Kings Of Spain Lyrics
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I am inside out, again
Walking over to your house,
They don't know what we know
Morning light, daughter's end
What a gift to give to them
Walking over to your house,
We both know where we're going
but they
Hate life, waste life
I know you don't realize
Just how much everybody cares
Then decide it's all good, a little late
Something ain't right
And everybody knows
I am upside down
I am inside out, again
Walking over to your house
We both know where we're going
but they
Hate life, waste life
I know you don't realize
Just how much everybody cares
Then decide it's all good, a little late
Something ain't right
And everybody knows
Seems like everybody knows
Seems like everybody knows
Feels like everybody knows
Feels like everybody knows
everybody makes mistakes
Everybody makes mistakes
Everybody knows
Bricks and stones'll scrape your face
Only love can break your bones
So what difference does it make
I don't pray to know
Independent, none escapes
Slip back into your hole
watch out, they shout
Just stay alive
Just stay alive
Just stay alive
The lyrics of "Upside Down" by Future Kings Of Spain depicts the feeling of being lost, tired and out of place. The song opens with the singer confessing to feeling like he has turned his life upside down and is walking towards someone who understands his pain. Despite the fact that the world at large may not comprehend their struggles, the singer has someone to lean on. The lyrics continue to talk about how some people do not appreciate life and waste it away, but the singer knows it's better to keep going and stay alive. The chorus repeats the sentiment that everybody makes mistakes, and while bricks and stones can hurt you, only love can truly break you.
The lyrics of this song are very introspective, and they explore a theme of feeling displaced and lonely in the world. It's almost like the singer is struggling to find meaning in his life and is searching for someone to validate his existence. The lyrics are also cautionary about the dangers of life and how only love can truly save you. The chorus advises people to stay alive, even when things are difficult. The words are a powerful reminder that life can be both beautiful and cruel, but there's always a way out if you're willing to fight.
Line by Line Meaning
I am upside down
I feel disoriented and turned around
I am inside out, again
I feel like my emotions are exposed and raw
Walking over to your house,
Heading to be with someone I care about
They don't know what we know
Our relationship is unique and not understood by others
Morning light, daughter's end
The start of the day and the end of innocence
What a gift to give to them
We have something special to share with others
We both know where we're going
Our destination and future is clear to us
but they
Referring to those who don't understand us
Hate life, waste life
They live without purpose and negativity
I know you don't realize
You might not fully understand me
Just how much everybody cares
People care about you more than you know
Then decide it's all good, a little late
Trying to make things right, but it might be too late
Something ain't right
There is an issue that needs to be addressed
And everybody knows
Everyone is aware of the issue
Seems like everybody knows
The problem is widely recognized
Feels like everybody knows
The weight of the issue is affecting everyone
Everybody makes mistakes
No one is perfect
Bricks and stones'll scrape your face
Physical violence hurts, but it's easier to heal from than emotional pain
Only love can break your bones
Love is equally as powerful as physical violence
So what difference does it make
Why bother trying to hurt someone with violence when love is more effective?
I don't pray to know
I don't seek to have all the answers
Independent, none escapes
We are all free to make choices, but not free from consequences
Slip back into your hole
Return to a place of isolation and avoidance
watch out, they shout
Be careful, others might try to bring you down
Just stay alive
Focus on living and surviving
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOSEPH GERARD WILSON
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@DrNo-dz2hd
DAMN, this band was too underrated!
@mikaelhattingh
underrated album
@landracerootsseedco.1897
Fuckin legendary tune. Great overlooked band. Seen them back in the day destroying whealans. Shoulda been alot bigger.