1. Matisse is a… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 6 artists with the name matisse:
1. Matisse is an English language-singing alternative rock band from Athens, Greece formed in 1999. Matisse was originally formed in 1997 by Aris Siafas, Giannis Massouras, Grigoris Κolias, Petros Tsolis, Kostas Synodinos and Basilis Zervos without making any significant actions as a band. In 2009 the band released their third album, Rock 'N Roll Mafia.
2. Matisse is an Italian eurodance act produced by Lorenzo Vio, Max Giunta, Morris Capaldi and Sandy Chambers. It recorded the hit "I Wanna Lose My Mind"
3. Matisse is an Italo Disco act produced by Tony Verde. Vocalists were Alexandra Millet, Sal Garau, and Stefano De Carli. They released the singles "Fool For Love", "Indigo Girl", "La Dolce Vita" and "Plateau Rosa".
4. Matisse (born 1985 in Connecticut) is a singer signed to Jive Records. She was part of a group called Brit and Alex with her identical sister. They broke up after her sister decided to go back to school. Brit now has a single out on iTunes called “Better Than Her” under her new name Matisse. She is working on her debut album and is being called one of the best new artists of 2010.
5. Lithuanian electronica (trip-hop and such) producer.
6. A possible mis-tag of electronic music duo Matisse & Sadko.
Last Dance
Matisse Lyrics
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Those earthly pleasures leave you cold
But when you have been in hell before like I have
You know there's always someone you can lean on
The wheel is always turning
There are skyscrapers burning
And I am dancing with you
And the air around is thinning
And I am dancing with you
The clocks are now ticking
And our mothers are weeping
And I am dancing with you
The clocks are now ticking
While the devil is winking
And I am dancing with you
You wish you had never been born
But there's a purpose for us all
So when you have been to hell before like I have
You know there's always someone you can lean on
The song "Last Dance" by Matisse is a poignant reflection on the nature of human suffering and the idea that within the depths of our pain and isolation there is always someone we can turn to. The opening lines describe a person who feels alone and small, disconnected from the pleasures of the world. The singer, however, has been to "hell before" and understands that this sense of isolation is a universal human experience. They remind the listener that even in our darkest moments, there is always someone who will be there to lean on.
The song's chorus is a powerful metaphor for the unpredictable and often chaotic nature of life. The wheels and clocks are always turning, time is always ticking, and the devil is always lurking in the shadows. Despite this, the singer finds solace in their connection with the listener. Their dancing together is a symbol of the shared human experience, the sense that we are all in this together, even when the world seems to be falling apart. The line "there's a purpose for us all" suggests that even when we cannot see it, there is a reason for the pain we endure.
Line by Line Meaning
You say you feel alone and small
You express a sense of loneliness and insignificance
Those earthly pleasures leave you cold
Materialistic satisfactions fail to satisfy you
But when you have been in hell before like I have
Having gone through tough experiences in the past, I can relate to you
You know there's always someone you can lean on
There is always someone to offer support during hard times
The wheel is always turning
Life is constantly changing; nothing stays the same
There are skyscrapers burning
Catastrophic events can happen abruptly, causing destruction
And I am dancing with you
Despite the chaos, I choose to be joyful and present with you
The wheels are always spinning
Things are always in motion; we can't control everything
And the air around is thinning
As we progress, things feel more challenging and tense
The clocks are now ticking
Time is constantly moving; we can't pause it
And our mothers are weeping
The people who brought us here may feel sad about our struggles
While the devil is winking
Evil is still present and tempting
And I am dancing with you
Despite all that's happening, I choose to dance with you and embrace the moment
You wish you had never been born
You express deep pain and regret about your existence
But there's a purpose for us all
Each of us has a reason for being here and impacting the world in our own way
So when you have been to hell before like I have
Having faced hardship, I also know that life can be difficult
You know there's always someone you can lean on
There are always people who can provide comfort and support
Contributed by Jeremiah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.