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.
The Longbottom Legacy
Ministry of Magic Lyrics
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Never been anything
Never lived up to their esteem
My blood is torn
Biding our name forlorn
*Verse 1 (Jason and Mark)
I need you here, right here with me
Can I take our name past this tragedy?
Your legacy is what is steadily driving me
Forward
(Luke)
Never been anything
Never lived up to their esteem
My blood is torn
Biding our name forelorn
Biding our name forelorn
*Verse 2 (Aaron and Ryan)
I know you’re here, right here with me
Guiding me onward with every memory
I can take our name past this tragedy
Your legacy is what is steadily driving me
Forward
(Luke)
Never been anything
Never lived up to their esteem
My blood is torn
Biding our name forelorn
Biding our name forelorn
*Bridge (Mark)
This tragedy
Could never be
Anything
When you’re here with me
(Ryan)
Maybe sometimes you think I don’t belong
And even if I fail, I’ll prove you all wrong
But all’s not lost like I lost my toad
Won’t back down because I’m not alone
(Luke)
I can do anything
My friends, my hope, I stand serene
I can do anything
My friends, my hope, I stand serene
(Mark)
Anything
When you’re here with me
(Luke, Ryan, and Mark)
-This tragedy
Maybe sometimes you think don’t belong
-Could never be
And even if I fail, I’ll prove you all wrong
-Anything
But all’s not lost like I lost my toad
-When you’re here with me
Won’t back down because I’m not alone
(Mark)
Anything
When you’re here with me
(Luke)
Torn, torn, torn, torn
Torn, torn, torn, torn
I can do anything
The Longbottom Legacy by Ministry of Magic is a song about the burden of living up to the legacy of one's forebears. The chorus, sung by Luke, expresses the feeling of inadequacy and the struggle to live up to the expectations set by one's family. The Longbottoms have a particularly tragic legacy, with Neville's parents having been tortured to insanity by Death Eaters. The first verse, sung by Jason and Mark, shows the need for guidance and support in order to carry on the family name. The second verse, sung by Aaron and Ryan, shows that the legacy of the Longbottoms, despite its tragedy, can be a source of strength and motivation. The bridge, sung by Mark, emphasizes the importance of familial support in overcoming tragedy. The song's final message is that with the support of family and friends, even the most difficult legacy can be overcome.
Line by Line Meaning
Never been anything
Feeling inferior as we have not achieved anything significant.
Never lived up to their esteem
We have not managed to reach the expectations and standards set by others.
My blood is torn
We are divided, conflicted and wounded due to past events.
Biding our name forlorn
We carry our family legacy hoping to restore its previous greatness.
I need you here, right here with me
I am requesting your presence for support and guidance.
I’m stitching together every tatter you’re offering
I am putting together every bit of help and assistance that you are giving me to mend our brokenness.
Can I take our name past this tragedy?
Am I capable to move forward and bring honor to our family despite the misfortunes we experienced?
Your legacy is what is steadily driving me forward
Your family's history and values continue to inspire and motivate me to move forward.
Guiding me onward with every memory
Your memory and experiences are guiding and leading me to move forward.
This tragedy could never be anything when you're here with me
With you by my side, our troubles and hardships will not define us and our family's reputation.
Maybe sometimes you think I don't belong
I am sometimes doubtful whether I fit in or belong to our family's legacy.
And even if I fail, I'll prove you all wrong
Even if I come up short, I will give my best and show everyone that I am capable of achieving greatness.
But all's not lost like I lost my toad
Despite losing my pet toad, there is still hope and opportunities to succeed.
Won't back down because I'm not alone
I will not give up as I have family and friends supporting and helping me.
I can do anything
I am capable of tackling any challenge that may come my way.
My friends, my hope, I stand serene
My companions and my newfound courage give me peace and stability.
Torn, torn, torn, torn
Repeating the state of being divided, conflicted, and wounded.
Contributed by Vivian D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.