1) Mineral formed in 1994 and like other young bands, they toured constantly, virtually living in their van. The band's first release, the 7 inch "Gloria"/"Parking Lot" 7", was released on Audio Concept by Kerry McDonald from Christie Front Drive (the record was later re-released by Caulfield Records). Through a few rabid fans, that 7" found its way into the hands of crank! and Mineral later decided to release their records on the label.
Their first full length The Power of Failing, was recorded in 6 days in October 1995, followed by a split 7 inch with Jimmy Eat World and Sense Field shortly after when the three bands hit the road together. Since then, Mineral has released another 7 inch ("February"/"MD") on Caulfield and songs on various compilations.
Mineral released their second full length, EndSerenading in 1998 with Mark Trombino at Big Fish Studios in Encinitas, California.
Shortly after completing recording for "EndSerenading", the four members of Mineral decided to go their separate ways. Chris Simpson and Jeremy Gomez formed the Gloria Record. Gabriel Wiley and Scott McCarver were briefly in a band called Imbroco. Gabe is now in Pop Unknown. Scott was last spotted in Austin but as far as we know he doesn't have a steady rock gig these days.
The Gloria Record have split up and Chris Simpson is working on a solo project called Zookeeper.
2) Mineral is a rock band from Armenia with a career spanning over two decades. Their most recent release has been "The Donkey", which was released in 2007.
3) The name Mineral was also used by a band fronted by David Wildman in Boston in the 1980s.
4) A french / Irish band, with Craig Walker from the band ARCHIVE ... see more http://www.mineralofficial.com/
Gloria
Mineral Lyrics
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On my lips bright tie fish fly I have not yet arrived how can I not admit I
Need to know you cause I just want to be something more than the mud in your
Eyes I want to be the clay in your hands hey sorrow where are you tomorrow just
Won't be the same without you here I'll wish for shoulders bold and broad to
Bear and strength to hold my head above them cause I just want to be something
More than the mud in your eyes I want to be the clay in your hands cause
The lyrics of Mineral's Gloria are poetic and abstract, leaving some room for interpretation. It seems to tell a story of the singer's struggles with their self-doubt and desire for validation. The opening line describes "a brave morning," suggesting a new day and perhaps a fresh perspective. However, the following line reveals that the singer still feels defeated, indicating that their struggles may not be easily remedied.
The next lines mention a "bright tie" and "fish fly," which are somewhat nonsensical images but could be interpreted as symbols of success or progress. Still, the singer admits to not feeling adequate, saying they "have not yet arrived." This leads into the central theme of the song, which is the singer's longing to be seen as more than "the mud in your eyes." They want to be valued and shaped into something greater, "the clay in your hands."
The final lines of the song repeat "Gloria is silent" several times, possibly suggesting that despite the singer's yearning for recognition, true glory or validation is not something that can necessarily be given or spoken. It's an internal feeling that they must find for themselves.
Overall, Gloria is a song about seeking validation and struggling with one's own self-worth. The abstract imagery used in the lyrics creates a dreamlike, introspective atmosphere that encourages listeners to interpret its meaning in their own way.
Line by Line Meaning
A brave morning thoughts flap their wings and fly and I can still taste defeat
I wake up with hopeful thoughts that quickly disappear and I am reminded of my past failures.
On my lips bright tie fish fly I have not yet arrived how can I not admit I
Despite putting on a happy face, I acknowledge that I have not achieved my goals.
Need to know you cause I just want to be something more than the mud in your
I want to form a deeper connection with someone because I feel like I am not valued and seen only as something insignificant.
Eyes I want to be the clay in your hands hey sorrow where are you tomorrow just
I want to be shaped and molded by someone because I am struggling with sadness and uncertainty about the future.
Won't be the same without you here I'll wish for shoulders bold and broad to
I recognize that my life will be missing something without this person and I long for someone to support me emotionally.
Bear and strength to hold my head above them cause I just want to be something
I need someone strong to lean on in order to lift myself up and become more than what I am currently.
More than the mud in your eyes I want to be the clay in your hands cause
I want to be transformed and bettered by someone who sees me as something worth improving.
Gloria is silent gloria is silent gloria is silent and glory is a silent thing.
Despite wanting to improve and be something more, true glory and change is a quiet and personal experience, not necessarily something that can be seen or heard externally.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANTONIO VIVALDI
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@telenofunken
A brave morning, thoughts flap their wings and fly
And I can still taste defeat on my lips
Bright tie, fish fly, I have not yet arrived
How can I not admit, I need to know you
'Cause I just want to be
Something more than the mud in your eyes
I want to be the clay in your hands
Hey sorrow, where are you?
Tomorrow just won't be the same without you here
I'll wish for shoulders bold and broad to bear
And strength to hold my head above them
'Cause I just want to be
Something more than the mud in your eyes
I want to be the clay in your hands
'Cause Gloria is silent, Gloria is silent
Gloria is silent and glory is a silent thing
@eduardotinajero2901
I saw Mineral at at a coffee shop in Austin, on 24th street, back in 95.
@AMaskOfGreen
"I want to be something more than the mud in your eyes. I want to be the clay in your hands." Those lines have always and will always resonate with me. This song and this band embodies what it means to play music from your heart. The variety of emotion encapsulated in this song is what makes for a timeless, monumental piece. Glad to see the band back together.
@dannydarko8778
Same here bro..
@aleav219
Mineral songs have a lot of references of the Christianism
@pistopit7142
They could sing they are buying 6 pack of mars bar and one is missing, I would still love this tune for it's drama.
@mkylnthny
@@aleav219 it was the 90s lol
@Contrariwise37
I was born around the time these guys were making this and I'm just discovering all this 90s Underground Indie/Emo/Punk stuff now, and man, I am so jealous of most of these people commenting who lived through this era and remember this.
@bel.vermillion
Mineral, Sunny Day Real Estate, Penfold, Texas Is The Reason, The Promise Ring, Matchbook Romance, etc. are some of the emo bands that play pure and honest emotional songs.
@cleavage2126
Also Jimmy Eat World. At least early albums.
@AmeOnDxm
hey what are some more bands ive been trying getting into more emo (coming from harder genres) and honestly this is the most beautiful music ive heard lol and thank u for dropping bands its hard to find more music it took me literally years lol to find the right kinda places to build my playlists so far yk so i appreciate your comment