Their songs are to be seen and listened to as movie themes to movies yet unmade. Their music is of that dreamy kind, not willing to wake up knowing that life as is, is but a dream.
Some of the music is instrumental, and some of it is not. All of it is sincere.
Martin Persner - Guitar/Vocals
Simon Söderberg - Guitar/Vocals
Par Glendor - Guitar/Synthesizer
Arvid Persner - Drums/Guitars
Tobias Forge - Guitar/Bass
Discography:
'Valiant Visions Dawn' is Magna Carta Cartel debut EP (2008). It consists of two instrumental songs and one with vocals.
Their debut album 'Goodmorning Restrained' (2009) is an 11 track experience of what the band refers to as 'soundtracks for movies yet unmade'. With more than half the album being instrumental, the rest with vocals, it fits perfectly for all kinds of days: lonely times of wonder; thrashing a party, getting laid, hating your ex etc. This is a collection of songs with a lot of feeling to them. Or, as someone depicted the bands music:
”Magna Carta Cartel plays as they say “Radio-edited movie themes, for daily life and death”.
Their music reminds of Vangelis meeting Tom Petty, trying to reach U2, willing to be Joy Division, feeling like ABBA, longing to be Brian Eno, remembering Jean Michel Jarre, looking at Metallica, sleeping with Mike Oldfield, dancing to Koto, hunting the Beatles, killing Morricone in a duel, snorting to Moroder etc.
This Time
Magna Carta Cartel Lyrics
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I can't fail to smile this time my escape from daylight
Is by far outrunned by chime's
I would do anything
But you're not here to blame and I would do anything
To fail to smile this time
With broken feathers
I can't fail to smile this time as i'm shaping daylight
I would do anything to meet my guilt and shame
And I would do anything to fail to smile this time.
The lyrics of "This Time" by Magna Carta Cartel depict a sense of acceptance, even with broken feathers, which could symbolize the feeling of being damaged or vulnerable. The singer accepts the escape from daylight, suggesting a desire to escape from the harsh reality of life. However, the escape is outrun by chime's, indicating a sense of hope and a brighter future. The singer expresses a desire to do anything to alleviate the pain, but acknowledges that there's no one to blame.
The line "I can't fail to smile this time" could suggest that the singer is putting on a façade, pretending to be happy despite the hardships. The following line, "as I'm shaping daylight," could signify a change in perspective, as if the singer has started to see the beauty in the world around them. The endless halls could represent the journey of self-discovery, where the singer is lost and trying to find their way.
The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the desire to fail to smile and the acceptance of guilt and shame. The song is open to interpretation, but these lyrics could perhaps convey a message of acceptance, forgiveness, and hope.
Line by Line Meaning
With broken feathers
Despite feeling wounded or hurt, I am still able to stand proud and strong.
I can't fail to smile this time my escape from daylight
I cannot help but feel happy and relieved now that I have found a way to avoid the harsh reality of everyday life.
Is by far outrunned by chime's
The joy and happiness that I feel from escaping is greater than any feelings of sadness that may come from not facing reality.
I would do anything
I am willing to go to any length or do whatever it takes in order to find happiness and escape.
But you're not here to blame and I would do anything
I cannot blame anyone for my struggles and pain, but I am still willing to do whatever it takes to find happiness.
To fail to smile this time
I do not want to feel forced to pretend to be happy, but instead want to find true happiness and joy.
I can't fail to smile this time as i'm shaping daylight
Even though I am avoiding reality, I am still able to create my own happiness and sense of fulfillment.
I'm walking endless halls sublime
I am exploring new options and possibilities in order to find happiness, without being confined to the walls of reality.
I would do anything to meet my guilt and shame
I am willing to face my past mistakes and wrongdoings in order to find true happiness and inner peace.
And I would do anything to fail to smile this time.
I do not want to force a fake smile or pretend to be happy, but instead want to find true and genuine happiness.
Contributed by Aiden S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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