Since Leprous was founded in 2001, they've gone through a few changes in the line-up, and now consists of Einar Solberg (synth/vocals), Tor Oddmund Suhrke (guitar), Simen Børven (bass), Robin Ognedal (guitar) and Baard Kolstad (drums)
The young quintet have already made themselves visible on the Norwegian prog- and metal scene, and twice the band has made the finals in the Norwegian Rock Championship. Besides Leprous, the guys in Leprous are currently working as a session band of solo artist "Ihsahn", also known as the front figure of the legendary black metal band Emperor.
In August 2008, Leprous recorded their debut album "Tall Poppy Syndrome". As a result they caught the eye of several record companies, and ended up signing with the American label Sensory Records for a May 2009 release.
Prior to "Tall Poppy Syndrome", Leprous have recorded two demos which both received great accolades from the worldwide media, with the demo (self-financed full length album) "Aeolia" among other great reviews received a perfect 10 out of 10 score from the Norwegian webzine www.metal-norge.no. The band at that point decided to hold off on the search for a label to release their albums though, as they knew that they could create even better songs. And now, a couple of years later, "Tall Poppy Syndrome" is ready to hit the shelves.
Backed by Intromental Management & Booking Agency, Leprous spent 2009 promoting the release with numerous shows throughout Scandinavia, and entering 2010 the band and management laid plans for bringing the music of Leprous even further out to fans, by lining up shows around Europe and USA, as well as setting the band up as main support on Swedish orchestral metal band Therion's fall 2010 European tour, taking the band through no less than 17 countries in 30 days.
The music of Leprous is not an easy one to classify. Various genres are included, from progressive rock, to jazz, to pure metal. The vocals alternate between clean and growling, something which gives the music a heaviness it otherwise wouldn't have. To compare Leprous to other bands is practically impossible, but the closest comparisons would be bands such as Opeth, Arcturus, Porcupine Tree, Van Der Graaf Generator or Emperor. An interesting listening-experience for the open-minded music fan.
Studio albums
Tall Poppy Syndrome (2009)
Bilateral (2011)
Coal (2013)
The Congregation (2015)
Malina (2017)
Pitfalls (2019)
Aphelion (2021)
Live albums
Live at Rockefeller Music Hall (2016)
Demos
Silent Waters (2004)
Aeolia (2006)
I Lose Hope
Leprous Lyrics
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I turn weak
I end up losing hope
In my grief
A relief
I end up losing hope
At the dawn where I began
With the cold and a simple plan
Started walking towards this day
Seeking refuge for my soul
In this empire I control
Full of confidence
I′ve made my way
On my path the desire die
Getting bent and set aside
Buy the bitter fire to survive
Looking back on my everything
Thinking of what could have been
I carried onward feeling alive
Made it to where I am today
This is where I wanna stay
Still I feel like. I feel like...
I fade away...
Feeling like it's all false hope
Hallowed sins
In my mind
What I find
As I search
Every cove
I lose hope
On my own
I atone
For the plan
I once wrote
I lose hope
In my mind
What I find
As I search
Every cove
I lose hope
On my own
I atone
For the plan
I once wrote
I lose hope
No longer minding the state I′m in
Losing hope when I'm about to win
Taking cover to hide from pain
Getting lost with my disguise
Unable to open my eyes
Surrendering away
Flying away
Turn around or
Stay...
In my mind
What I find
As I search
Every cove
I lose hope
On my own
I atone
For the plan
I once wrote
I lose hope
In my mind
What I find
As I search
Every cove
I lose hope
On my own
I atone
For the plan
I once wrote
I lose hope
At my peak
I turn weak
I end up losing hope
The song "I Lose Hope" by Leprous is an introspective and melancholic song about losing hope and the feeling of discontentment. The lyrics draw a picture of a person who has reached their peak and accomplished their goals but still feels lost and empty inside. The opening lines "At my peak, I turn weak, I end up losing hope" set the overall tone of the song.
The song talks about the singer's life's journey, the emotions they experienced, and the choices they've made. The lyrics suggest that in the past, the singer had a plan and was full of confidence, but as time passed by, they lost the desire and the hope to continue accomplishing their goals.
The song talks about how the singer feels like they are losing hope every time they search for something new, every time they try to find a place to belong, and every time they try to find a purpose to their existence.
In conclusion, "I Lose Hope" talks about the feeling of hopelessness, the sense of being lost, and the struggle to find one's purpose in life. While the song may sound depressing, it has a relatable and empowering message that encourages the listener to keep pushing forward despite the obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
At my peak
When I'm feeling my best
I turn weak
I become vulnerable
I end up losing hope
I become hopeless
In my grief
During times of sadness
A relief
A source of comfort
I end up losing hope
I become hopeless
No hope
A state of feeling without hope
At the dawn where I began
At the start of my journey
With the cold and a simple plan
With determination and a basic goal
Started walking towards this day
Began my journey towards my current situation
Seeking refuge for my soul
Looking for comfort for my inner self
In this empire I control
In my personal domain where I have power
Full of confidence
Believing in myself
I′ve made my way
I've progressed
On my path the desire die
My ambition disappears along the way
Getting bent and set aside
Being pushed aside and ignored
Buy the bitter fire to survive
Enduring the harshness of life to stay alive
Looking back on my everything
Reflecting on my past
Thinking of what could have been
Contemplating missed opportunities
I carried onward feeling alive
I continued with enthusiasm
Made it to where I am today
I have achieved my current status
This is where I wanna stay
I am content with my current situation
Still I feel like. I feel like...
Nevertheless, I feel
I fade away...
I lose enthusiasm
Feeling like it's all false hope
Thinking that everything I hoped for is untrue
Hallowed sins
Sins that have a holy meaning
In my mind
In my thoughts
What I find
What I discover
As I search
While I look for answers
Every cove
Every corner of my mind
I lose hope
I become hopeless
On my own
Alone
I atone
I make amends
For the plan
For the goals
I once wrote
That I had once set
No longer minding the state I'm in
Not caring how I feel
Losing hope when I'm about to win
Becoming hopeless at the last moment of success
Taking cover to hide from pain
Avoiding emotional harm
Getting lost with my disguise
Feeling disconnected with myself
Unable to open my eyes
Not seeing the truth
Surrendering away
Giving up
Flying away
Escaping
Turn around or Stay...
Choose to change or remain
Writer(s): Einar Solberg, Baard Tharald Hvesser Kolstad, Simen Daniel Boerven, Tor Oddmund Suhrke
Contributed by Stella M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.