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
The Handsome Life of Swing
Lostprophets Lyrics
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If it's slow for my reply then ignore the wait,
But as long as you want everything and as long as you won't ever do,
Return, return, return to you}
Point the blame, push the blame, who's to blame today?
Point your finger, lose your mind, all you do is pray,
Look out, get down, fall down, your masquerade will do,
Inside won't be here to stay,
King for a day, that's all I'll say.
(such a party bum, you should know that right away,
Let the subject burn, and wish that all the fucking time, )
Point the blame, push the blame, who's to blame today?
Point your finger, lose your mind, all you do is play.
Look out, get down, fall down, your masquerade will do,
But in time my friend we all will see right through.
Yes, in time, won't be here to stay,
King for a day, that's all I'll say.
But here, thought I got a home,
Sit down, got a home,
Got a home, got a home,
Got home, and I know.
The Handsome Life Of Swing by Lostprophets is a cryptic commentary on the human need to constantly seek pleasure and avoid responsibility. The song speaks to someone who is not satisfied with what they currently have and is always looking for something more. The lyrics "Point the blame, push the blame, who's to blame today?" suggest that this person is always looking for someone or something to blame for their problems, rather than taking responsibility for their own actions.
The second verse talks about how this person puts on a facade or "masquerade" to hide their true self from others. The line "Inside won't be here to stay, king for a day" suggests that the person is only able to maintain this false imagery for a short period of time before their true character is revealed. The song ends with the singer reflecting on the concept of having a home or a sense of stability. The repetition of the phrase "got a home" could be interpreted as an attempt to convince oneself that they have found a place of comfort and security, even if it is only temporary.
Line by Line Meaning
write to someone, let the subject burn,
Communicate your thoughts to someone and let the issue be forgotten.
If it's slow for my reply then ignore the wait,
If I'm not prompt in replying, don't bother waiting for my response.
But as long as you want everything and as long as you won't ever do,
As long as you're constantly demanding everything without reciprocating, there won't be any progress.
Return, return, return to you
You will eventually receive the consequences of your actions.
Point the blame, push the blame, who's to blame today?
People deflect responsibility by blaming others for their problems.
Point your finger, lose your mind, all you do is pray,
When desperation sets in, people resort to finding someone to blame and hoping for a change.
Look out, get down, fall down, your masquerade will do,
Your facade won't protect you in the end.
But in time my friend we all will see right through.
Eventually everyone will see through the deception.
Inside won't be here to stay,
Internal struggles won't last forever.
King for a day, that's all I'll say.
Temporary success or power is fleeting.
such a party bum, you should know that right away,
He's not someone who is committed or responsible.
Let the subject burn, and wish that all the fucking time,
Ignore the issue and hope it resolves itself.
Yes, in time, won't be here to stay,
Eventually, everything passes.
King for a day, that's all I'll say.
Temporary success or power is fleeting.
But here, thought I got a home,
I thought I had a place to belong.
Sit down, got a home,
I am comfortable and settled in my surroundings.
Got a home, got a home,
I have a place to call my own.
Got home, and I know.
I am content and at peace with myself.
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kowalski
{write to someone, let the subject burn,
If it's slow for my reply then ignore the wait,
But as long as you want everything and as long as you won't ever do,
Return, return, return to you}
Point the blame, push the blame, who's to blame today?
Point your finger, lose your mind, all you do is pray,
Look out, get down, fall down, your masquerade will do,
But in time my friend we all will see right through.
Inside won't be here to stay,
King for a day, that's all I'll say.
(such a party bum, you should know that right away,
Let the subject burn, and wish that all the fucking time, )
Point the blame, push the blame, who's to blame today?
Point your finger, lose your mind, all you do is play.
Look out, get down, fall down, your masquerade will do,
But in time my friend we all will see right through.
Yes, in time, won't be here to stay,
King for a day, that's all I'll say.
But here, thought I got a home,
Sit down, got a home,
Got a home, got a home,
Got home, and I know.
Bex Kite
this song is so beautiful. definitely underrated
zanxd1
Its awesome that u take the time to make these videos for ous fans . Thanks !
Said Otero
Those guitars sound HUGE! What a heavy sounding album!
Christopher Henry
The thing that I like about this version although I do prefer the original version is that it has the interlude at the end which is my favourite of the 4.
RTM
Definitely the best interlude
T1HUMAN
ANY COMMENTS OF IAN WATKINS WILL BE DELETED AND BLOCKED. Lostprophets are still an amazing band delivering/delivered amazing music. Don't purposely come here to slander him off, I don't condone what he may have done (at this point its just charges, understand that) but I will not tolerate constant shit being said about it on my LP vids. Grow up lads, you come here to listen to them not slander him.
Alex Rippeur
Will always love this album,whatever he did
Dale Kellett
Well sed because I still love fake sound of progress it's Nu its punk its metal its alt and it still sounds cool forget Ian Watkins it's not the bands fault
kowalski
{write to someone, let the subject burn,
If it's slow for my reply then ignore the wait,
But as long as you want everything and as long as you won't ever do,
Return, return, return to you}
Point the blame, push the blame, who's to blame today?
Point your finger, lose your mind, all you do is pray,
Look out, get down, fall down, your masquerade will do,
But in time my friend we all will see right through.
Inside won't be here to stay,
King for a day, that's all I'll say.
(such a party bum, you should know that right away,
Let the subject burn, and wish that all the fucking time, )
Point the blame, push the blame, who's to blame today?
Point your finger, lose your mind, all you do is play.
Look out, get down, fall down, your masquerade will do,
But in time my friend we all will see right through.
Yes, in time, won't be here to stay,
King for a day, that's all I'll say.
But here, thought I got a home,
Sit down, got a home,
Got a home, got a home,
Got home, and I know.
T1HUMAN
@zanxd1 Thanks man :) Let me know if you want anything up, Lostprophets for the win!