These songs became Nude, the first Iconcrash album, that was released in spring 2005. Jaani had written, produced and performed much of the record himself. Although there were also several guest musicians involved, it was basically Jaani's solo album.
To be able to perform his songs on stage, Jaani put together a live band consisting of his musician friends. This band played dozens of gigs to support the album, and during those gigs these talented musicians made their own interpretations of the songs on the album.
Nowadays Iconcrash is a real band from Finland consisting of five people. Besides Jaani, these people are Anu Tukeva on keyboards, Matti Toivonen on guitar,Riku-Niilo Mattila on bass and Oskari Vilmunen on drums.
"Doing it all by myself certainly had its appeal and its benefits, I wont deny that. However, now I felt like it was time to explore the benefits of having a real band, and with the current line-up, there are plenty of benefits", Jaani says. "Now every ones ideas and input are welcome, and I honestly believe this makes our music better."
"To me, Iconcrash never felt like my solo project entirely, even if Nude was pretty much a solo effort", Jaani says. "When we have been on the road, and even when we are at our rehearsal place, it has always felt like a real band. But as far as studio work goes, there has been a major change, as its no longer just me doing everything".
Iconcrash are currently working on their second album. Jaani says the influences for the album are such luminaries as Killing Joke (eighties stuff), Depeche Mode (Songs of Faith And Devotion), Sneaker Pimps, Trent Reznor, Billy Corgan, Björk and King Diamond. If that doesn't sound like a recipe for an interesting record, we don't know what does.
Mission
Iconcrash Lyrics
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This half light can not touch me if you are near
I just want to believe what I ve heard
One word could change it all
I just want to believe there s something more
One word could break me down
Where is the man, the man on a mission?
How come your sun shines more than mine?
I feel so dirty but I can t tell you why
So I tell you a lie
I just want to believe what I ve heard
One word could change it all
I just want to believe there s something more
One word could break me down
Where is the man, the man on a mission?
Where is the man, the man on a mission?
Where is the man, the man on a mission?
Where is the man, the man on a mission?
The more I try to pray the more I get confused and feel betrayed
The more I try to pray the more I get confused
One word could change it all
The more I try to pray the more I get confused
One word could break me down
Where is the man, the man?
I just want to believe
Where is the man, the man?
One word
Where is the man, the man?
I just want to believe
Where is the man, the man on a mission?
One word
Where is the man, the man?
Where is the man, the man?
Where is the man, the man?
Where is the man, the man?
The lyrics of Iconcrash's song Mission convey a sense of longing and confusion. The singer feels lost and is seeking something more, something that could change everything with just one word. The half-light that surrounds them is not enough to offer any comfort or clarity, but the presence of another person could make all the difference. The singer asks where the man on a mission is, perhaps suggesting that this man would have answers or direction that they are currently lacking. However, the more they try to pray or seek guidance, the more confused they become.
The line "How come your sun shines more than mine?" speaks to a sense of comparison and jealousy. The singer feels dirty but can't explain why, so they lie to cover it up. This further emphasizes the singer's feeling of being lost, as they are not even able to be honest about their own emotions.
Overall, the theme of searching for meaning or purpose is central to this song. The repetition of the question "Where is the man on a mission?" emphasizes the singer's desire for guidance, perhaps from someone they see as more experienced or knowledgeable. And the idea that one word could change everything suggests a hope that clarity and understanding are within reach.
Line by Line Meaning
How lost would I feel here alone?
Being alone in this place would make me feel completely lost and disoriented.
This half light can not touch me if you are near
Your presence makes me feel safe and protected from the confusing and uncertain environment around me.
I just want to believe what I ve heard
I want to have faith in what I've been told or what I believe to be true.
One word could change it all
The power of one simple word has the potential to have a significant impact on my beliefs or outlook on life.
I just want to believe there s something more
I hope that there is more to life than what I currently see or experience.
One word could break me down
A single word has the ability to completely shatter my beliefs or feelings of hope, leaving me feeling defeated and broken.
Where is the man, the man on a mission?
I am searching for someone, perhaps a leader or guide, who is focused and determined to accomplish great things.
How come your sun shines more than mine?
I can't help but feel envious and inadequate when I compare my own situation to someone else's who seems to have it better.
I feel so dirty but I can t tell you why
I am burdened by a sense of guilt or shame, but for some reason, I am unable to articulate or explain it to anyone else.
So I tell you a lie
To cover up my true emotions or thoughts, I resort to telling falsehoods that mask the real situation or my true feelings.
The more I try to pray the more I get confused and feel betrayed
Despite my attempts to seek spiritual guidance or solace, I only end up feeling lost, conflicted, and let down.
Where is the man, the man?
I am once again searching for that same individual, asking where he could be or where I might find him.
One word
The power of a single word, which could either uplift or destroy me, still haunts me and remains significant.
Contributed by Mila O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.