Before they were signed to a major label, they released an EP titled Richter. Many of the songs on Richter are demo versions of songs on their full length debut, Goldfinger, which was released in 1996. Their biggest single was "Here in Your Bedroom", though they also gained recognition from their song Superman, which was featured in the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater (1) video game. (Their song "Spokesman" was also included in the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 video game) Though their second album, Hang-Ups, was less successful, the band still maintained a devoted fanbase in the hardcore community. Their third studio LP was Stomping Ground, which sold poorly in the US but was a modest hit in some European countries, thanks to their cover of Nena's "99 Red Balloons" sung partly in German. 99 Red Balloons was also featured in Gran Turismo 3 A-Spec, as well as the movie Eurotrip. Their next album, Open Your Eyes (2002), was the first for their new record label, Jive/Zomba.
Frontman John Feldmann has produced records for Mest, The Used (whose vocalist Bert McCracken sang some guest vocals on 'Open Your Eyes' and 'Ocean Size') and Story of the Year. He also produced Good Charlotte's single "The Anthem" (whose guitarist Benji Madden provides guest vocals on 'January'), which was originally named "Oracle of Elcaro". He also signed the band Unloco with Maverick Records. In early 2005, they released their first album for their new label, titled "Disconnection Notice". It featured the single "Wasted".
Former band members include bassist Simon Williams, who left the band following Hang-Ups (replaced by Kelly Lemieux), and Brian Arthur, who left the band following Disconnection Notice.
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Answers
Goldfinger Lyrics
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I climbed the highest mountain
I walked to the top
I stopped and then looked down
But when I stop the search
The answers always come
And when I help someone
[Chorus]
You tell me where your skeleton's hiding
Tell me all and I'll tell you
You think you have a real good fucking answer
A fucking answer I'll give you
I look toward the girls
And there I found no truth
I looked outside myself
It seemed I lost the good
But when I turn my eyes
Out from my own head
That's when I realize
That I see what I'm really selling
[Chorus]
In this song, "Answers", Goldfinger encourages listeners to stop searching for answers outside themselves and ultimately realize that they hold the answers they seek within themselves. The first verse talks about the singer's search for purpose and meaning, as he climbed to the top of the highest mountain but found no answers until he stopped looking. He asserts that when he helps others, he helps himself, as the act of helping others brings clarity and understanding.
The second verse touches on the notion of looking for truth and meaning in external sources or other people, and again, finding it leads to a dead end. It is only when he turns his gaze inward, away from his own head, that he gains insight and clarity about what he truly wants and needs in life.
The chorus takes a confrontational approach, challenging others to reveal their skeletons and offer their answers, and the singer promises to give a real response in return.
Overall, the song is a call to introspection and self-awareness, emphasizing that the real answers to life's questions lie within ourselves and in our relationships with others.
Line by Line Meaning
I searched for a cause
I looked for a reason to live, to be productive and to find meaning in life.
I climbed the highest mountain
I pushed myself to the limit to achieve something great, to become the best version of myself.
I walked to the top
I persisted, stepped out of my comfort zone and endured hardships to reach the height of my potential.
I stopped and then looked down
I reflected on my journey, assessed my progress and appreciated how far I have come.
But when I stop the search
When I stop trying too hard to find something, is when I realize what I was looking for all along.
The answers always come
The solutions to my problems, clarity of thought, and direction always come to me when I least expect them.
And when I help someone
I derive satisfaction from assisting someone in need, making their life better and positively impacting their journey.
I always help myself by helping
My kindness and generosity towards others enhance my self-worth and make me a better person.
You tell me where your skeleton's hiding
You can confide in me your deepest, darkest secrets, and I will listen to you without judgment.
Tell me all and I'll tell you
Share your experiences with me, and in exchange, I will reciprocate with my own story and build a lasting bond.
You think you have a real good fucking answer
You believe that you know what's best for your life and have a perfect solution to your problems.
A fucking answer I'll give you
However, I will give you a practical solution, a better perspective, and guide you towards your desired outcome.
I look toward the girls
I sought solace in romantic relationships, believing they held my true happiness.
And there I found no truth
It was a shallow pursuit, as I realized that genuine happiness comes from self-discovery, self-love, and creating meaningful relationships.
I looked outside myself
I looked for someone or something else to fulfill me and my life's purpose.
It seemed I lost the good
Rather than finding fulfillment, I drained myself emotionally and lost sight of what was genuinely important in life.
But when I turn my eyes
However, when I refocused on myself and looked inward, I found what I had been searching for all along.
Out from my own head
I took my focus away from my thoughts, fears, and insecurities and listened to what my heart and intuition were telling me.
That's when I realize
It's only then that I perceive my truth, purpose, and the direction that aligns with my soul.
That I see what I'm really selling
I understood that I am not selling a product, but rather, an experience, emotions, and deep connections that bring value to people's lives.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHARLIE PAULSON, JOHN WILLIAM FELDMANN
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