They have released three albums:
Outside The Simian Flock (2001)
Paradisiac (2005)
Sciencing (2017)
Paradisiac was produced by Josh Homme (of Queens of the Stone Age) and fine-tuned at fellow QOTSA member Alain Johannes' studio. The album saw the band creating a harder-edged sound with obvious influences from the Queens.
Josh noticed Millionaire opening for the Masters of Reality in the SMAK (Ghent) and was so impressed he asked them to support his band on their European and American tours. Millionaire have since toured with Muse and Foo Fighters and in the U.S. with the Taste Of Chaos 2006 festival.
The band released two tracks for the Ex-Drummer soundtrack, Mongoloid (Devo cover) and Deep Fish. In this movie, they are played by the fictional band "The Feminists". Tim has recently released his own solo album. On December 5th, 2008, the band announced they are working on a new album.
Nothing Left
Millionaire Lyrics
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Change into a
Stuff they make up to forget what they mean when they talk to themselves
It helps them forget that there's bones underneath and their soul is a gift
Why can't I change?
Change into a
A fresh air with healthy genes, terrible deal, just like a perfect machine
Do they expect to profit from those years that they spend on their couches
Unbuckle the belt and not bother, it's them and everyone else
The future is here and past fading fast, enjoying comes first and praying comes last
But there is no time, there is nothing left
The song "Nothing Left" by Millionaire seems to be a reflection on human nature and our inability to change, even when we know we should. The first set of lyrics, "Why can't I change? Change into a stuff they make up to forget what they mean when they talk to themselves. It helps them forget that there's bones underneath and their soul is a gift" seem to be a commentary on how we often indulge in material things or superficial activities as a way of avoiding facing deeper truths about ourselves. We try to distract ourselves from the fact that we are mortal beings with complex emotional and spiritual needs, and instead focus on things that are easy to understand and consume.
The next set of lyrics, "Why can't I change? Change into a fresh air with healthy genes, terrible deal, just like a perfect machine. Into a rock, outside the flock, instead of a hog trying to be like a dog" further explores this idea of wanting to change but feeling stuck in our ways. Here, the singer describes wanting to become something better, like a healthy machine or a strong rock, but feeling like they are instead like a hog trying to be like a dog - trying to fit in or be something they're not.
The final set of lyrics, "Do they expect to profit from those years that they spend on their couches. Unbuckle the belt and not bother, it's them and everyone else. The future is here and past fading fast, enjoying comes first and praying comes last. But there is no time, there is nothing left" seem to be a critique of our modern society's obsession with instant gratification and consumption. The singer questions whether or not we can truly profit from spending our years on the couch, wasting away and not bothering to change anything. They suggest that the future is already here and our past is quickly fading, and so we should focus on enjoying life now. However, they also remind us that there is no time left - we cannot keep wasting our days on meaningless pursuits.
Line by Line Meaning
Why can't I change?
Expressing frustration about inability to change oneself
Change into a Stuff they make up to forget what they mean when they talk to themselves
Describing people who make up stories to forget their inner thoughts and feelings
It helps them forget that there's bones underneath and their soul is a gift
Explaining how making up stories helps people forget the mortality and importance of their soul
A fresh air with healthy genes, terrible deal, just like a perfect machine
Reflecting on the impossibility of perfection, despite the desire for it
Into a rock, outside the flock, instead of a hog trying to be like a dog
Aspiring to be individualistic and strong like a rock, rather than blindly following the crowd
Do they expect to profit from those years that they spend on their couches
Questioning the value of indulging in inactivity and laziness
Unbuckle the belt and not bother, it's them and everyone else
Suggesting that some people are content with a hedonistic lifestyle that doesn't involve productivity or improving oneself
The future is here and past fading fast, enjoying comes first and praying comes last
Reflecting on the fleeting nature of time and the importance of living in the moment
But there is no time, there is nothing left
Implying that time is running out to make meaningful changes or experiences, and that action must be taken now
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Tim Vanhamel
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Simon Storms
geniaal album
Gaston Nasser
Puchitos y café durante la mañana. y merquita con puchitos en la tardesita =)
Peter Svensson
:)
Sister Sister
lol alice in chains, rock gets away with so much murdering another's music $$$
kosi_ples
you structured that sentence very poorly
Sister Sister
Sounds like Alice in Pain,tu comprends? mes oreilles
APAL880
huh?