Members were Al DeLoner (born Atle Byström), Paal Flaata and Ron Olsen.
Midnight Choir were founded - as Hashbrowns - in 1992.
The band's name stems from the Leonard Cohen song "Bird on the Wire".
The 1998 album "Amsterdam Stranded" won the band a best rock album of the year award in their native Norway.
Besides producing Midnight Choir's albums, Chris Eckman also collaborated with Midnight Choir member Al DeLoner, under the common project name Höst. Höst released one album, "The damage suite", in 2001.
Midnight Choir split in 2004 with the individual band members pursuing solo careers afterwards. 2005 saw the release of a double best of album called "All tomorrow's tears: The best of Midnight Choir".
Last Chapter
Midnight Choir Lyrics
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I believe in the ways of God
I believe we were shooting for the stars
I believe we were ruined at the gate
That doesn't mean it was so
That doesn't mean it was so
I believe there were many among us
I believe... last chapter
I believe them words to be true
That doesn't mean that it's so
That doesn't mean a goddamn thing
That doesn't mean I was right at any point
That doesn't mean I could retell the end
That doesn't mean...
The song "Last Chapter" by Midnight Choir has a deep and introspective meaning that is open to interpretation. The opening lines "I believe in the loom of the cassock, I believe in the ways of God" suggest a religious or spiritual outlook on life. The next line "I believe we were shooting for the stars, I believe we were ruined at the gate" highlights how often people start out with grand aspirations and goals but are ultimately held back by their own limitations or external factors outside of their control. The following two lines "That doesn't mean it was so, That doesn't mean it was so" suggest that the singer is aware that just because they believe something does not necessarily mean it is true.
The following verse "I believe there were many among us, Women and children too, I believe...last chapter, I believe them words to be true" seems to suggest that the singer is acknowledging the existence of people who have suffered or been oppressed in some way. The lines "That doesn't mean that it's so, That doesn't mean a goddamn thing, That doesn't mean I was right at any point, That doesn't mean I could retell the end, That doesn't mean..." appear to show the singer grappling with the limitations of their own beliefs. Ultimately, the song is a meditation on the vagaries of life and how often what we believe to be true is merely a product of our own perceptions.
Line by Line Meaning
I believe in the loom of the cassock
I have faith in the religious garments that represent the church.
I believe in the ways of God
I have faith in the teachings and guidance of God.
I believe we were shooting for the stars
I believe we had high ambitions and aspirations.
I believe we were ruined at the gate
I believe our downfall began at the very beginning.
That doesn't mean it was so
My beliefs do not necessarily reflect reality.
That doesn't mean it was so
My beliefs do not necessarily reflect reality.
I believe there were many among us
I believe there were numerous individuals with us.
Women and children too
Females and young individuals were also present.
I believe... last chapter
I believe the end is drawing near.
I believe them words to be true
I believe the previous statements to be accurate.
That doesn't mean that it's so
Just because I believe it, does not make it true.
That doesn't mean a goddamn thing
My beliefs have no significant meaning or impact.
That doesn't mean I was right at any point
My beliefs may have been incorrect at some point.
That doesn't mean I could retell the end
My beliefs do not allow me to predict the ending.
That doesn't mean...
Just because I hold certain beliefs, doesn't mean they are true or have any meaning.
Contributed by Ian H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MundMoriginal
One the best songs I've ever heard!
@kalliorasgeorgios
@Mortslake If i understood well,cause i don't speek your language,you said that there is a hope for a reunion later...But later when?Soon?Thanks for Greece
@Mortslake
@kallio83 i dont think it will happen in a near future..i just said it would be cool IF they did, they would have done some of the songs from this album...:)
@KhaleesiGR
Αχ βάλε τους στίχους στο description!!!
@Mortslake
faan hoppas de gör en "reunion" och spelar ngra av denna plattans låtar..
@kalliorasgeorgios
@coninoss you must find it φίλε..Είναι εκπληκτικός δίσκος
@vikoniiiiiiiiiii
<3
@Tenderslide1
Iperoxo!