Jolly consists of:
Anadale (vocals, guitar)
Joe Reilly (keyboard, sampler)
Anthony Rondinone (bass, vocals)
Louis Abramson (drums)
The band names Tears For Fears, Tool, Radiohead, Type O Negative, Depeche Mode, Pink Floyd, Muse, Meshuggah, and cartoon themes as their musical influences.
In 2006, the four members of the band met each other on internet forums and formed the idea to release an EP with own material, as the Swiss label Galileo Records took notice of their YouTube videos. The band signed with Galileo in 2006. The first album released on that label was named Forty Six Minutes, Twelve Seconds. Jolly toured with Riverside (Band) and Pure Reason Revolution outside the United States, mainly in Europe. After finding success on Galileo, the band signed with InsideOut Music.
With the album The Audio Guide To Happiness Vol. I, the band stated the rumor of binaural tones on that album, which may cause absolute happiness to the listeners.
Mike Portnoy invited the band to be opener of his supergroup Flying Colors. Portnoy has also been featured in one Jolly music video.
In 2014, the band performed at ProgPower Europe.
In 2015, the band switched to using Patreon to fund continued music composition and recording. Joe Reilly, the keyboardist, has stated that the band has built a reputation for closeness with fans and a heavy reliance on fans when touring, and Patreon is a way of allowing the fans to directly support the band's music and video creation.
In 2016, Jolly began releasing episodes of a cartoon webseries called the JOLLYSHOW. The first episode featured the appearance, and death, of a fictionalized version of Steven Wilson.
2) Jolly (Zoltán Tarcsi) is a Hungarian singer and TV presenter.
Radiae
Jolly Lyrics
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A Holy Wonder
There in lies a sound unlike that of any other
Show me if you can, help me understand
Show me if you can, the meaning of your silence
Help me understand, why we're left to wander
Wasting time wandering for miles, and miles
Show me if you can, I'll be here despite you
Show me if you can, I'm waiting for an answer
Help me understand, and guide me into Happiness
Show me if you can, show me if you can
Show me, help me understand
In Jolly's song "Radiae," the lyrics talk about a feeling of uncertainty and doubt in the singer's plans and circumstances. Despite this, there is a sense of awe and wonder in something greater than themselves, which is described as a "holy wonder." The singer seeks understanding and guidance, asking for someone or something to show them the way and help them understand the silence and wandering they feel.
The lyrics seem to convey a sense of searching for meaning and purpose in life, as the singer has been waiting for someone or something to come back and guide them. There is a sense of patience and perseverance despite the struggles they've faced while wandering for miles. The repeated refrain of "show me if you can" and "help me understand" emphasizes the desire for clarity and understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
Through that endless doubt in my plan sprung
Despite my never-ending doubt and uncertainty, something miraculous has taken root in my life
A Holy Wonder
I have stumbled upon something sacred and extraordinary
There in lies a sound unlike that of any other
This experience has a unique and distinct quality that sets it apart from everything else
Show me if you can, help me understand
I am seeking guidance and clarity to make sense of this experience
Show me if you can, the meaning of your silence
I am questioning the purpose of your absence and lack of communication
Help me understand, why we're left to wander
I am seeking an explanation for why we are left to aimlessly wander through life
So many days I've waited for you to come back
I have spent a considerable amount of time yearning for your return
Wasting time wandering for miles, and miles
I have wandered aimlessly, not knowing where to go or what to do
Show me if you can, I'll be here despite you
Despite your absence, I will continue to seek guidance and will not give up
Show me if you can, I'm waiting for an answer
I am patiently waiting for an explanation or guidance
Help me understand, and guide me into Happiness
I am seeking understanding and direction that will lead me to happiness
Show me if you can, show me if you can
I am persistently seeking guidance and direction
Show me, help me understand
I am asking for your help in showing and explaining the way
Contributed by Elizabeth H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.