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1. Invertigo were an australian four-piece pop/rock group
2. InVertigo is a progressive rock band from Germany
1. Invertigo were an Australian four-piece pop/rock group active in the early 2000s.
Its members were Christian Argenti as well as brothers Gerry Leigh ( Gerome William Leigh, James Leigh and Vince Leigh (the latter two of which were former members of Pseudo Echo).
The three Leigh brothers, however, found vocalist Christian Argenti as their new lead singer and reformed with the slightly different name of Invertigo in 2000. The June 2000 single "Desensitised", which they performed on the variety show Russell Gilbert Live, signalled a return to the charts. 2001 saw the release of another single, "Chances Are", in February 2001, and soon after, their debut album Forum in July. Since their only album, the band's current whereabouts is unknown.
Originally formed as Vertigo in 1996, they released the single "Forever Lately" in 1997 which became an Australian radio hit. The Vertigo lineup consisted of lead singer Hugh Wilson as well as the three Leigh brothers. Following the departure of their lead singer in 1999, Invertigo disbanded.
2. InVertigo (Ger)
Sebastian Brennert - Vocals, Keys
Matthias Hommel - Bass
Carsten Dannert - Drums
Jacques Moch - Guitars
Michael Kuchenbecker - Keys
InVertigo - this means a blend of art rock and fine neo-prog, situated somewhere between complexity and catchiness, epic structures and radio affinity, 11/8 and 4/4. InVertigo's songs mirror influences by progressive rock bands such as Genesis, Yes, Spock's Beard, Marillion, The Flower Kings or Porcupine Tree - but do sound completely different.
Symphonic compositions, multilayered arrangements, variations of key, tempo and rhythm, constant changes and surprising twists make up their songs. And yet: InVertigo make sure the songs' musical content prevails. Even though the compositions are usually quite long, the song itself and demanding but catchy melodies are the primary focus.
With their 2010 debut, 'Next Stop Vertigo', the five musicians from Germany's Ruhr area delivered a multifaceted modern prog rock album: the tight atmosphere and tension of songs such as the opening track, 'Vertigo', or the multi-layered 'The Night', put listeners under their spell at once. While 'Take Your Time' and 'Night On Broadway' offer a clear invitation to rock and roll, 'Saturday Evening' and the mini-musical-esque 'Special' are beautifully arranged longtracks that bear anthem qualities. The album was overwhelmingly well received by fans and critics worldwide and its first pressing sold out within less than 12 months' time.
Shortly after the release of 'Next Stop Vertigo', the band continued writing new songs and performing them live – either supporting progressive rock favourites such as Sylvan, Pure Reason Revolution, Fish or as guests to the renowned UK progressive rock festival Summer's End in 2011.
2012 sees the release of 'Veritas', an album full of prog rock gems such as the mysterious 'Darkness', the catchy but demanding 'Lullaby' – a song that's definitely not going to make anyone fall asleep! - the humorous but oh so true 'Dr. Ho' as well as two longtracks that are designed to leave you breathless: 'Suspicion' and the even more epic 'Memoirs of a Mayfly'.
Information taken from http://www.invertigo.de/.
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Slave
Invertigo Lyrics
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you wanna see me inside your hole
you can't concieve of things
unless you feel
you wanna drown me
to watch me float
here i go
anything you say
i deid to be your slave
always been this way
alive to be your slave
waiting to feed
you eat from my submission
words that you leave
is sweetness that rots
you let me breathe
and tell me i'm still living
deep in your mouth
swallow all you've got
all you want
I am the seed
i pierce, i rip, i christen
bout you've never known me
much at all
facing no fear
whenever you want me
skin without milk
blood without honey
deepen your pain
whenever you want me
sin without guilt
pay without money
Invertigo's song Slave delves into the abusive nature of love, where the singer is willing to go to any length to please and be with their partner, no matter the cost. The lyrics in the song suggest that the singer is a willing slave to their lover's whims and desires, no matter how twisted or painful they may seem.
The song begins with the singer confessing their pain to their lover, but their lover refuses to believe them. Instead, the lover wants to see the singer suffer and drown, just so they can watch them float. The chorus contains the disturbing lyric, "anything you say, I die to be your slave, always been this way, alive to be your slave," which further emphasizes the singer's willingness to submit to their lover's every whim, even if it means sacrificing their own happiness.
The second verse describes how the singer's lover feeds off their submission and words, even though it leads to rotting sweetness. The singer is also willing to pierce, rip and christen themselves for their lover, even though their lover has never truly known them. The bridge further highlights their willingness to endure pain without any fear or guilt, just to be with their lover.
Overall, the lyrics in Slave can be interpreted as a dark commentary on the dangers of toxic relationships and the lengths that people will go to in the name of love, even if it means sacrificing their own well-being.
Line by Line Meaning
you don't believe my hurt for you is real
You doubt my feelings for you and the pain it brings me.
you wanna see me inside your hole
You desire to control and dominate me completely.
you can't concieve of things unless you feel
You are unable to empathize and understand unless you personally experience it.
you wanna drown me to watch me float
You seek to submerge and oppress me only to raise me up later for your own enjoyment.
anything you say, I deid to be your slave
I am willing to do anything you demand of me and be under your complete control.
always been this way, alive to be your slave
I have always felt this compulsion to submit and be subservient to you, it's a part of who I am.
waiting to feed, you eat from my submission
I am always ready to provide and satisfy your every need, as you consume and take from my complete surrender.
words that you leave, is sweetness that rots
Your promises and affection once spoken, eventually lead to decay and corruption.
you let me breathe, and tell me I'm still living
You allow me some semblance of freedom and independence, yet still restrain and remind me of your dominance over me.
deep in your mouth, swallow all you've got, all you want
You devour and take all that you desire and demand, without limit or control.
I am the seed, I pierce, I rip, I christen
I am the one who takes the initial pain and suffering, as I break through and explore uncharted territories with you as my guide.
bout you've never known me much at all
Despite all the time we've spent together, you still don't fully know or understand me.
facing no fear, whenever you want me
I am fearless and always prepared to do your bidding whenever you call upon me.
skin without milk, blood without honey
Our relationship lacks any nurturing or sweetness, it is purely based on power dynamics and control.
deepen your pain, whenever you want me, sin without guilt, pay without money
I am ready to inflict pain and agony upon myself, fulfill any sinful desires you may have, and do it all without questioning or expecting anything in return.
Contributed by Alexandra M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.