Combining a passion for J.K. Rowling and the wonders of the digitial age, Ministry of Magic presses the genre of wizard rock into a newer, less visited world: wizardtronic. The music of MoM is a tapestry of orchestra, pop, rock, dance, and hip-hop carefully woven to create a full sensory experience for the type of fan attracted to wizard rock: imaginative, discerning, and filled with an appetite for something more than just the middle of the road.
They were signed to Indytronic Records until that label's dissolution. As of 2010, they have released five albums -- four LPs and an EP. The Triwizard Lp (2007), Goodbye Privet Drive (2008), Acoustiatius (EP, 2008), and Onward and Upward were released under Indytronic Records, and their latest offering, Magic is Might (2010), was released independently. In addition, members Mark Jennings and Jason Munday, along with Jeremy Jennings, worked on a side project under the name "Muggle Relations". Their lone EP to date is titled "I Must Not Tell Lies" (2009).
They have collaborated with a few wizard rock artists such as The Remus Lupins, Kristina Horner from The Parselmouths and The Moaning Myrtles. MoM was also featured on 'Jingle Spells' and 'Jingle Spells 2', two charity compilation albums to raise money for Book Aid International.
I May Lose Everything
Ministry of Magic Lyrics
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I've been so scared of these dangerous moods
But I'm finding I'm so much different than you
And it has to come down to who we choose to be
Ryan, Jason:
And I may lose everything
But you never had it, had it
Now I feel sorry, sorry for you
I may lose everything
But you never had it
Now I feel sorry, sorry for you
Mark:
You've lost old man, watch him writhe on the concrete
Look at me boy: you're pathetic; you're so weak
You are a fool and you will lose everything
Ryan, Jason:
And I may lose everything
But you never had it, had it
Well once I felt nothing
Now I feel sorry, sorry for you
I may lose everything
But you never had it
Now I feel sorry, sorry for you
Aaron, Mark, Jason:
Don't back down
Don't back down
Don't back down
Don't back down
Don't back down
Don't back down
Ryan, Jason:
(Don't back down)
I may lose everything
(Don't back down)
But you never had it, had it
(Don't back down)
Well once I felt nothing
Now I feel sorry, sorry for you
I may lose everything
(I may lose everything)
But you never had it, had it
(But you never had it)
Well once I felt nothing
Now I feel sorry, sorry for you
(I may lose everything
But you never had it)
The lyrics of Ministry of Magic's song "I May Lose Everything" speak to the courage needed to be true to oneself in the face of opposition. Luke begins by acknowledging his fear of the dangerous moods around him, but he also recognizes that he is different from those who would seek to force conformity upon him. The choice he makes about who to be is essential, even if it means he runs the risk of losing everything.
Ryan and Jason add their voices, asserting that they may lose everything, but their opponents never had anything worth losing to begin with. While they once felt nothing, they now feel sorry for those who cannot understand the importance of being authentic to oneself. Mark then joins the chorus, mocking their opponent, who is now lying helpless on the ground. He taunts the person, calling him weak and pathetic, and predicts that he will lose everything.
The rest of the song repeats the chorus and encourages the listener to stand firm and not back down in the face of opposition. In the end, the song is an anthem of self-affirmation and empowerment, urging individuals to be true to themselves and not let the fear of those who oppose them control their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been so scared of these dangerous moods
I have been fearing these dangerous emotions
But I'm finding I'm so much different than you
I am discovering that I am significantly distinct from you
And it has to come down to who we choose to be
It ultimately depends on the decisions we make about who we want to become
You've lost old man, watch him writhe on the concrete
The elderly man is defeated, and you can witness him struggling on the ground
Look at me boy: you're pathetic; you're so weak
Observe me, youngster: you are pitiful and feeble
You are a fool and you will lose everything
You are foolish, and you will experience losing everything
Don't back down
Do not retreat
I may lose everything
I might face the possibility of losing all that I have
But you never had it, had it
But you never actually possessed it
Well once I felt nothing
At one point, I didn't feel anything
Now I feel sorry, sorry for you
Now, I feel sympathy towards you
Contributed by Ethan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lauren V
Mark is so amazing. So is the whole band, but that's my favorite part.
Stephanie Gellerman
This song actually gave me goosebumps! I freakin' love MoM! They keep Harry Potter alive for me :D
SnehaLala5
This song always leaves me speechless, it's just... wow
Becca Lecter
This song is so emotional and powerful, you guys continue to amaze me with every song you come out with. i never knew Mark had such a beautiful voice, I love guys!!
The Nargles
By the time this song was halfway through I knew it was going to be one of my favourite ever songs. Is it possible to buy the physical CDs, or are these albums MP3 only?
Nicole Inazuma
I was asking myself for the same thing. Damn I would like to have all the albums! And their cover is so beautiful!
Sar Wilkes
This one's also one of my favorite Ministry of Magic....and one of my all-time favorite wizard rock songs. It's one of those ones I can just listen to over and over on repeat.
Sophia
The prechorus is stunning. It's my favorite part of the song... I just keep playing that part over and over :)
Melody_Luna_lei
I recently found this group on spotify, and fell in love right away. This song is my favorite so far, but all the songs are amazing!
foreverjynxed
Oh my goodness, this is by far one of my all time favorite songs EVER! XD Thank you for posting this! :D