Harmful was originally a trio, founded in 1992 by members Aren Emirze, Chris Aidonopoulos and Nico Heimann. Their 2007 album 7 was produced by former Faith No More bassist and record producer Billy Gould who subsequently joined the band as a fourth member.
Album discography:
* 1995: Harmful (BluNoise)
* 1997: Apoplexy.136 (BluNoise)
* 2000: Counterbalance (Firestarter/BMG)
* 2001: Wromantic (Firestarter/BMG)
* 2003: Sanguine (Steamhammer/SPV)
* 2005: Sis Masis (Nois-o-Lution)
* 2007: 7 (Nois-o-Lution)
* 2010: Cause (PIAS)
Another Useless Try
Harmful Lyrics
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Your smile turns into laughter
They've seen us hide
But we're not moving closer
Can't feel there's someone
I guess it's fair
Push you down to no one
We've done it for too long
Beyond the throes of time
A peaceful ground
See how the lost can be found
Can't feel there's someone
I guess it's fair
Push you down to no one
We've done it for too long
In the song 'Another Useless Try' by Harmful, the lyrics speak to the frustration of trying to connect with someone who seems unreachable. The opening line "Your smile turns into laughter" could mean the person is laughing off any attempt at a serious conversation. The lyrics go on to express the feeling of being stagnant in the relationship, "They've seen us hide, but we're not moving closer." The verses speak to a feeling of isolation, "Can't feel there's someone," and an inability to connect with the other person, "Push you down to no one."
The chorus then takes on a more hopeful tone, "I'm reaching out, beyond the throes of time, a peaceful ground, see how the lost can be found." It expresses a desire to break through the barriers in the relationship and find a way to connect. The final repetition of "Can't feel there's someone" and "We've done it for too long" emphasizes the frustration and resignation of feeling stuck in a relationship that doesn't seem to be going anywhere.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of longing and frustration, but also a glimmer of hope that perhaps things can change. The song can be interpreted as being about a romantic relationship, but could also apply to any situation where one person is trying to connect with another who seems closed off and unresponsive.
Line by Line Meaning
Another useless try
Our efforts seem futile
Your smile turns into laughter
Your joy is just a mask
They've seen us hide
Others have noticed our fear and reluctance
But we're not moving closer
We're staying stagnant in our comfort zones
Can't feel there's someone
We're feeling alone and disconnected
I guess it's fair
Perhaps it's understandable given our past experiences
Push you down to no one
We're rejecting potential connections and relationships
We've done it for too long
We've been closed off for an extended period
I'm reaching out
I'm attempting to make a meaningful connection
Beyond the throes of time
Even after years of isolation
A peaceful ground
A place of tranquility and acceptance
See how the lost can be found
Even the most disconnected can find their way
Can't feel there's someone
We're feeling alone and disconnected
I guess it's fair
Perhaps it's understandable given our past experiences
Push you down to no one
We're rejecting potential connections and relationships
We've done it for too long
We've been closed off for an extended period
Contributed by Kayla C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.