Milosh, from Toronto, Canada, debuted his first album, You Make Me Feel ("Top 10 Electronic Albums," iTunes 2004), as a work reveling in the joys of new love. It celebrated everything from his girlfriend's taste to her positive presence in his life. But then they broke up. Recorded in the 12 months after his relationship's collapse, Meme explores all facets of the newly-single male experience: heartache, loneliness, lust, guilt, soul searching, and eventually, romantic rebirth.
Says Milosh, "It begins with 'It's Over,' a song about my breakup with the girl 'You Make Me Feel' was about, and ends with 'Run Away,' about that need to get away from pain, from the dull routine of life, to be in a new place with my new girlfriend." The truly fascinating and voyeuristic moments, however, happen in-between these two big life changes.
On "You Fill Me," Milosh explores a casual sex experience, providing erotic imagery that is at turns sensual, violent, and spiritual. While much of the song delights in this orgasmic revelry, one can hear in Milosh's voice a desire for something more, a penetration of not just skin, but soul.
On "The City," Milosh reflects on his life so far with a hint of nostalgia. "The City was born out of a walk in old Montréal with one of my best friends from when I was young," says Milosh. "It was really hot outside, the air was thick, the streets were poorly lit, and there was no one around us. The city felt almost empty. You get a really clear sense of the history of the city on nights like that for some reason. It got me thinking about my history, my life up til then, and whether or not I had achieved the goals that I had set out for myself."
These candid tales would only be half-victories without a worthy backdrop, though, and the music here never fails to impress. Milosh's nuanced production subtly shades the emotional content of his lyrics, adeptly capturing every fluctuation in mood. Gliding on shuffling beats and post-Blade Runner keyboards, Meme fits comfortably alongside Junior Boys and Boards of Canada, using a broad electronic palette to frame experiences charged with raw feeling.
By album's end, Milosh has come full circle, back in love with a new woman, the pain of his previous breakup seemingly erased. He puts it best himself when he sings, "These scars from lovers look like scratches from strangers." These are deeply personal tales meant for discovery by present and future generations- generations bound to make the same mistakes and learn the same lessons in love.
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THE WORLD
Milosh Lyrics
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and not be swallowed by the past
Cause all I need's my pretty baby
to come away with me
The world's pulling at my feet
The world's pulling at our feet
Come away with me
Cause time is pushing by so fast
Let's brush our eyes with the seas of distant places
Don't let this feeling pass
The world's pulling at our feet
The world's tugging at our feet
And I'm hoping for
I'm hungry for
Beautiful things to fill these spaces
They spread across this flow that is our future
Little pieces round
The world's nipping at our feet
The world's nipping at our feet
The lyrics to Milosh’s song “The World” describe a feeling of restlessness and a desire to escape the familiarity of home in search of new experiences. The singer seems to be aware of the potential for their past to haunt them, but still feels compelled to take their “pretty baby” and embrace the uncertainty of the world outside. The repeated refrain “The world’s pulling at our feet” emphasizes that there is an inexorable force propelling the singer forward.
The second verse introduces the concept of time as another force that is driving the need for change. The singer doesn’t want to let the opportunity for adventure slip away, and implores their partner to join them. The line “Let’s brush our eyes with the seas of distant places” paints a vivid picture of the potential for discovery and wonder that awaits. The final verse expresses a longing for “beautiful things” to fill the void that the singer feels in their life. The idea of the “flow” of the future suggests a sense of inevitability, but also implies that there is still room for spontaneity and improvisation.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sitting here thinking about a way to take us from our home
I am considering and pondering on ways to leave our current residence without being held by previous regrets.
and not be swallowed by the past
I do not want to be consumed and overwhelmed by our past.
Cause all I need's my pretty baby
All I require is my beloved partner in life.
to come away with me
To join me in a journey away from the present place we both reside.
The world's pulling at my feet
The universe and its offerings are tempting and attracting me towards themselves.
The world's pulling at our feet
The world is alluring and drawing us towards it with immense force.
Come away with me
Please come along with me.
Come away with me
Please come away with me.
Cause time is pushing by so fast
Time is moving extremely quickly and we need to act swiftly.
Let's brush our eyes with the seas of distant places
Let us travel to faraway lands and witness the beauty of other seas.
Don't let this feeling pass
Do not let this moment go to waste and let go of this beautiful feeling.
The world's pulling at our feet
The universe and its offerings are commanding and engaging our presence.
The world's tugging at our feet
The world is dragging us towards itself with unavoidable force.
And I'm hoping for
I am yearning and expecting.
I'm hungry for
I am eager and craving for.
Beautiful things to fill these spaces
I want beautiful and worthwhile experiences to take up the empty spaces in our lives.
They spread across this flow that is our future
These experiences will create a path and a forward flow in our future.
Little pieces round
These experiences will be scattered and small, but they will contribute to our overall fulfillment.
The world's nipping at our feet
The universe and its offerings are pinching and pulling us towards a path of adventure and discovery.
The world's nipping at our feet
The world is drawing us closer to its wonders, giving us a peek at what it has to offer.
Writer(s): Michael Milosh Copyright: Downtown Music Publishing LLC
Contributed by Adam N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Josiah Fontenot
Such a great album.
Cedric Marsh
wonderful.
Alyssa Russo
aaalllllllriiiiigghhht cl:) slowly forgetting about how my ass hurts from sitting on this couch trying to find a good song. and this isn't a new one for me either. sounds like it, though.
Josiah Fontenot
Thxxx Milosh and Plug :))<3
Gabriela Rodriguez
those eyes.