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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King For A Day
Goldfinger Lyrics
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You're getting sick again.
You're runnin' faster all the time.
If I could take it away
You know I would
[Chorus]
Makin' plans to rule the world
Oh, woa, oh
Spread yourself way too thin.
You're wishing that you were king
It's killing you.
Denying that you're just a man
Oh, woa, oh
Makes you tire out.
You're always runnin'
And if I write this song to you,
Would you listen up?
Cause this is your life, it's not mine.
If I could take it away
You know I would
[Chorus]
Makin' plans to rule the world
Oh, woa, oh
Spread yourself way too thin.
You're wishing that you were king
It's killing you.
Runnin' twice as fast, I see,
You're getting sick again.
You're runnin' faster all the time.
If I could take it away
You know I would
[Chorus]
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Goldfinger's "King For A Day" seem to be addressing an individual who is constantly striving for power and success, at the expense of their own physical and mental health. The opening stanza, "Runnin' twice as fast, I see, you're getting sick again. You're runnin' faster all the time" implies that the individual is pushing themselves too far, and perhaps suffering consequences as a result. The singer acknowledges this, expressing a desire to take away the individual's pain and burden if they could ("If I could take it away, you know I would").
The chorus delves deeper into the individual's issues, highlighting the negative implications of their constant striving: "Makin' plans to rule the world, spread yourself way too thin. You're wishing that you were king, it's killing you. Denying that you're just a man, makes you tire out. You're always runnin'". The individual is trying to accomplish too much, without acknowledging their own limitations as a human being. By denying their own humanity and vulnerability, they are putting themselves in danger, both physically and mentally.
The final stanza, "And if I write this song to you, would you listen up? Cause this is your life, it's not mine" suggests that the singer is simply an observer or a friend of the individual. They are acknowledging the individual's issues, but cannot fully understand or solve them. The song is a plea for the individual to take better care of themselves, to acknowledge their own humanity, and to stop running themselves into the ground.
Line by Line Meaning
Runnin' twice as fast, I see,
Observing that the person is continuously increasing their speed.
You're getting sick again.
The person is becoming ill due to excessive running and exhaustion.
You're runnin' faster all the time.
The person is constantly pushing themselves to run even faster than before.
If I could take it away
Expressing a desire to relieve the person of their suffering.
You know I would
Assuring the person that they can count on the singer for help.
[Chorus]
Repeating the main message of the song.
Makin' plans to rule the world
The person is overly ambitious and wants to control everything.
Oh, woa, oh
A catchy phrase used for emphasis.
Spread yourself way too thin.
The person is taking on too many responsibilities and tasks.
You're wishing that you were king
The person wants to be in charge and have power over others.
It's killing you.
The stress and pressure of trying to do everything is negatively affecting the person's health.
Denying that you're just a man
The person is refusing to acknowledge their limitations and mortality.
Oh, woa, oh
A catchy phrase used for emphasis.
Makes you tire out.
The constant striving and lack of rest is leading to exhaustion.
You're always runnin'
The person is constantly on the move, never taking a break.
And if I write this song to you,
The singer is expressing their concern for the person's well-being.
Would you listen up?
Asking if the person is receptive to advice.
Cause this is your life, it's not mine.
The singer acknowledges that the person is ultimately responsible for their own choices and actions.
If I could take it away
Repeating the desire to alleviate the person's pain.
You know I would
Reiterating the promise to help if possible.
[Chorus]
Repeating the main message of the song.
[Chorus]
Repeating the main message of the song.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN WILLIAM FELDMANN
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