The first of these albums, The Fake Sound of Progress, was originally recorded for the meager sum of £6000 and intended as a glorified demo, but after catching the ears of several major labels, the band re-recorded and re-released the album on a much wider scale through Columbia Records. This resulted in a backlash against the band that was exacerbated by the four-year gap between their first and second albums. When the second album, Start Something, was finally released, the band achieved even greater success, entering the UK album chart at number five, and earning the band international popularity, most notably in the United States. Their third album entitled Liberation Transmission was released on the 26th of June 2006 in the UK and entered the UK album chart at number one.
In April 2007 Lostprophets began the Final Transmission - the last round of touring of their current album with Aiden and Taking Back Sunday as the confirmed support. The bands played at huge venues such as Wembley Arena. The end the tour, on Saturday 26 May 2007, lostprophets performed at The Full Ponty festival at Pontypridd's Ynysangharad Park. Pontypridd is also the hometown of most of the current band members and so the festival was advertised as "lostprophets homecoming". Other bands at the festival included Reel Big Fish, The Automatic, The Blackout, Gallows and Kids In Glass Houses .Following the tour, the band hit the studio to record their fourth album which Ian Watkins is describing as a return to their roots with heavier punk influences. Watkins says "It will be a lot darker and a lot more intense. It'll have a completely different vibe to it ... but it won't be like Converge or nuthin".
Their 4th studio album "The Betrayed" was released on 19 January 2010.
On 20 December 2012, lead singer Ian Watkins was charged with a host of offences involving sexual activity with minors. The band disbanded in October 2013. Watkins was later convicted and sentenced to twenty-nine years in prison, with six more on extended licence.
Current lineup
Ian Watkins — Vocals
Lee Gaze — Lead Guitar
Mike Lewis — Rhythm Guitar
Stuart Richardson — Bass
Jamie Oliver — Keyboards, Back-up vocals, Turntables
Luke Johnson — Drums
Former members
DJ Stepzak — Turntables
Mike Chiplin — Drums
Ilan Rubin — Drums
Need You Tonight
Lostprophets Lyrics
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The twenty-first century's yesterday
You can care all you want
Everybody does yeah that's okay
So slide over here
And give me a moment
Your moves are so raw
I've got to let you know
You're one of my kind I need you tonight
'Cause I'm not sleeping
There's something about you girl
That makes me sweat
How do you feel
I'm lonely
What do you think
Can't take it all
Whatcha gonna do
Gonna live my life
So slide over here
And give me a moment
Your moves are so raw
I've got to let you know
I've got to let you know
You're one of my kind I need you tonight
'Cause I'm not sleeping
There's something about you girl
That makes me sweat
How do you feel
I'm lonely
What do you think
Can't take it all
Whatcha gonna do
Gonna live my life
How do you feel
I'm lonely
What do you think
Can't take it all
Whatcha gonna do
Gonna live my life
So slide over here
And give me a moment
Your moves are so raw
I've got to let you know
I've got to let you know
so slide over here
i've got to let you know
i've got to let you know
your one of my kind
The lyrics of Lostprophets' song Need You Tonight are about the urgency and intensity of desire, particularly in the context of the present moment. The opening line, "All you got is this moment," sets the tone for the rest of the song, emphasizing the importance of living in the present rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. The reference to "the twenty-first century's yesterday" reinforces this idea, suggesting that time is fleeting and we should seize the opportunities presented to us in the present.
The chorus, "You're one of my kind I need you tonight," expresses the singer's desperate longing for the person they are addressing. This person is described as having a unique appeal, with "moves so raw" that they cannot resist. The repetition of the lines "How do you feel / I'm lonely / What do you think / Can't take it all / Whatcha gonna do / Gonna live my life" further emphasizes the urgency of the situation and the singer's determination to take action.
Overall, the lyrics of Need You Tonight are a passionate plea for connection and intimacy, emphasizing the importance of living in the moment and seizing opportunities for connection when they arise.
Line by Line Meaning
All you got is this moment
You only have the present, don't waste it
The twenty-first century's yesterday
Time moves quickly, what feels like yesterday may as well have been years ago
You can care all you want
It's okay to care, everyone does
Everybody does yeah that's okay
It's normal to care and show emotions, don't be ashamed
So slide over here
Come closer to me
And give me a moment
Spend some time with me
Your moves are so raw
Your actions are natural and genuine
I've got to let you know
I need to tell you something
You're one of my kind
You are unique and special to me
I need you tonight
I want you tonight, right now
'Cause I'm not sleeping
I'm restless, I can't sleep
There's something about you girl
You have a certain something that intrigues me
That makes me sweat
You make me nervous and excited
How do you feel
I want to know how you are feeling
I'm lonely
I'm feeling alone and want companionship
What do you think
I want to know your thoughts and opinions
Can't take it all
It's overwhelming
Whatcha gonna do
What are you going to do about it?
Gonna live my life
I'm going to do what I want and make the most of my time
Contributed by Tyler O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.