It started out back in the early 90's, when Jonas and Peter met up with Jesper to share and talk about "synth-music". They got together, started writing songs all just for fun, and recorded some demos that they have up to date kept for themselves. They really didn't take anything that seriously, they just liked to make some good noise from the keyboards.
This went on for a couple of years, but in 1999 it was decided that they should go into a studio and make a demo wich featured the song "Miseries" among a couple of others. At that stage they hadn't decided wich one of them who would be the lead singer of the band. After a little twisting and turning it was to be found that Peter Ehn was the right choice. And today, Peter, with his warmth and depth, really brings out the best of the songs. Nothing happend with the demo, but they decided to go for it again, at Crimson Productions.
Jonas had been away for half a year, but came home with some fresh ideas that was put together in the computer. So they recorded "So Astray," "Want, Need, Me," and "Domination" and came in contact with the record label of Memento Materia. They invited the guys to a contest, where the winner would end up with a contract. And as it turned out well they were signed by Memento Materia from then on.
In autumn 2002, the first album "Graceful And In Sin" was finished, and has been out on the market since the 27th of Jan 2003. In 2004 firstly a CDM called "Red Dawn" was released followed by their second album "Ultimate Sky". After signing up with Infacted Recordings they re-released that album in 2005 with three additional bonus tracks.
Michigan disbanded in 2016, with Jonas Öberg continuing as Modular State.
Michigan are:
Peter Ehn, Lead singer
Jonas Öberg, Keyboard, Chorus
Jesper Ljungberg, Keyboard, programming
Valley Of Death
Michigan Lyrics
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Devoted to love and divine
The pounding within of regrets
It's not easy to deal with this
kind
I'm walking in the desert land
I'm walking without a plan
I've reconciled with the voice in
my head
I was on trial for things that
I've said
It's over somehow
I walked in the valley of death
Surprising I'm still alive
Been pushed by the sinner
himself
This case makes your innermost
thrive
I've tried to carry on white pride
I'm starting to die inside
I need a little peace of mind
I've reconciled with the voice in
my head
I was on trial for things that
I've said
It's over somehow
I've tried to carry on with pride
I'm starting to die inside
I need a little peace of mind
I've reconciled with the voice in
my head
I was on trial for things that
I've said
It's over somehow
The song Valley of Death by Michigan is a powerful ballad about the struggles of life and the need for self-reconciliation. The lyrics "I walked in the valley of death" symbolize a period in the singer's life where they were faced with difficult challenges that almost consumed them. The singer speaks of being devoted to love and divine, which could signify that they turned to their faith to help them get through the tough times. However, the regret that pounds within them makes it difficult to deal with the hardships.
The chorus "I've reconciled with the voice in my head" indicates that the singer has come to terms with their inner demons and has made peace with what has happened in the past. The phrase "I was on trial for things that I've said" suggests that the singer may have spoken out of turn previously, which could have resulted in the difficult circumstances they found themselves in. The song offers a message of hope and perseverance by acknowledging that everyone faces hardship but it’s important to keep trudging through the valley of death and come out the other side stronger.
Line by Line Meaning
I walked in the valley of death
Despite being devoted to love and divine, I faced difficulties and regrets in my life just like walking in the dark and gloomy valley of death.
The pounding within of regrets
I suffered from remorse and guilt which caused me to endure a terrible ache and discomfort within my mind and soul.
It's not easy to deal with this kind
It was not easy to confront and manage the demons of my past mistakes and regrets.
I'm walking in the desert land
I'm aimlessly wandering in a barren and desolate terrain where there is no water and hope seems minimal.
I'm walking without a plan
I'm just putting one foot in front of the other with no sense of direction or purpose.
The sun will rise stars will fall
Even in the midst of my struggles and confusion, the world keeps moving forward with the same cycles of day and night, start and end.
I've reconciled with the voice in my head
I've made peace with my inner self, tamed my negative thoughts and learned to accept myself.
I was on trial for things that I've said
I was put on trial by others for my words and opinions, but I have learned to accept the consequences and move on.
It's over somehow
The pain and struggle from the past are now over, and I have found a way to move on and create a better future.
Surprising I'm still alive
Despite facing the harsh realities of my mistakes and regrets, I have survived and managed to keep on living.
Been pushed by the sinner himself
The negative forces and influences in my life have been driven by my own actions and choices that did not align with what is right and good.
This case makes your innermost thrive
Going through such trials and tribulations made me stronger and more resilient, allowing me to grow and develop from within.
I've tried to carry on white pride
I've tried to maintain my dignity and honor in the midst of challenges, even if it means standing alone.
I'm starting to die inside
Although I have kept up appearances and remained strong, inwardly I feel like I am slowly dying due to the stress and pain.
I need a little peace of mind
I am yearning for a moment of calm and tranquility amidst the chaos, to find a sense of inner peace and harmony.
Contributed by Peyton C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Shaun Hamilton
Good song, kinda sounds like DeVision.