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Guitarist, singer, songwriter and composer. Writing songs to tell stories, in each and every form — for the heaviest limit of a man is the one he gives himself.
In a time where music is gradually becoming a lifeless saleable product, few artists still succeed in staying away from the tempting spotlights and living music as a true, sheer form of art. For Mister Peculiar it's even more: he has always used music as a vehicle to express and instill emotions and feelings to the listener, taking no care for what trends, critics and the music business were dictating.
For him, music is only about telling stories; combining the power of folk songwriters' straightforward, philosophical lyrics with haul-away, synesthesia-style music compositions and arrangements, he has always been focused on writing songs primarily to please himself rather than to make money.
The lack of a school-type music education tied himself to no particular form of music or style, and helped him keeping out the behated concept of 'music genre' from his writing, leaving him free from boundaries and rules of composition, thus able to explore a broader soundscape.
After few years spent collaborating as both composer and musician with various bands and artists, he began writing and producing music on his own. His first work, "I Should Follow Steve's Thought", was released in 2011, and clearly mirrors his attitude. The record is a collection of raw, unworldly songs which explore and combine together a mixture of folk, blues, psychedelic and rock to tell stories about introspection, unrequited love and hope. The album was shortly followed by the EP "Informal Session, pt. 1": an acoustic, more intimate rendition of 4 of those tracks.
In 2014 he released his second work "Changes", a concept-album based around the journey through a young man's mind. The album is a rock opera that narrates the story of a man who, tired of the dullness and frustration of his current life, decides to leave his country but soon realises that just changing place is not enough.
It will only be after an intimate and deep walk through his mind that he'll manage to overcome his demons, and finally enjoy the beauty of life.
The music uses a wide variety of styles as it follows the development of the story to help explore the character's psychology, highlighting the various moods that accompany his road to discovery.
Letter To A Friend
Mister Peculiar Lyrics
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To catch and hurt this people daze
In my life I've got more serious things
Achieve my satisfaction and defeat my destiny
It's funny how some new friends turn to... uh uh
Know yourself more than what you do
Whilst other people you see since many years
Think about you as whom you fear to be
I find that I've lost the road to home
Eric once said that I'd died if I had kept going on for so long
Lost my pen and the right meaning of my pain
Leaving all the precious hints God gave me
Hush baby, stop complaining
(Smirking at the past)
Pleasant time which makes me smile
10.30 pm film, cheap ball you wish not to fly
Jumpsuit from home, 4 wheels roller skates
And I'm worried about the future, for my son's sake
Now I'm writing down these lines to you
Because my friend these days my feelings are so blue
And I'm identifying the problem's face
That for so long prevented me to run the races
But it's not your fault, so keep your shirt on
That said, I swear, you can stand tall
Our problems are triggered by a huge wall
I won’t blame no man I know
It's my fault if I can't rub elbows
With the people I find in my way
I go insane, this limit I think it's just a shame
Maybe I think I'm a loner but I'm not
Maybe I like that way and I want
To have something that makes me think I am
I think I neither have a myself
Everyone'd be different than someone else
Only if they don't want to be peer, and I've learnt
To care only for people they involve me
I am following the meaning of the words
Which are my sword, so let me crawl.
The lyrics of Mister Peculiar's song "Letter to a Friend" depict the inner turmoil of the singer as he is going through a rough patch in his life. He is unable to express himself articulately and convey his thoughts accurately. The lines "I won't toil no more to find some words to catch and hurt this people daze" suggest his frustration with himself and his inability to communicate his feelings. Despite having achieved some success in life, the character is still grappling with his destiny and trying to find satisfaction.
The lyrics also touch upon the theme of friendship and how it can affect one's life. The character reflects on how some new friends may not know him as well as the ones he has known for years. He acknowledges that he may have lost his way and is unsure of the future. However, he is determined to identify the issues that are preventing him from moving forward and running the races. The lines "Our problems are triggered by a huge wall, I won't blame no man I know" suggest that the singer is taking responsibility for his situation, and he is ready to face his problems head-on.
The song is layered with emotions and showcases the character's vulnerability. It speaks to the audience about the importance of self-reflection and taking responsibility for one's problems. Through its poignant lyrics, "Letter to a Friend" resonates with anyone who has ever struggled with their emotions and felt lost.
Line by Line Meaning
I won't toil no more to find some words
I am tired of trying to come up with the right words to express my feelings.
To catch and hurt this people daze
I don't want to say things just for the sake of hurting or confusing people.
In my life I've got more serious things
I have more important priorities in life than just pleasing other people with my words.
Achieve my satisfaction and defeat my destiny
I want to find true satisfaction in my life and overcome any obstacles that stand in my way.
It's funny how some new friends turn to... uh uh
I find it interesting how some people I just met seem to know me better than people I've known for years.
Know yourself more than what you do
It's important to have a deep understanding of who you truly are.
Whilst other people you see since many years
It's strange that people I've known for a long time don't seem to know the real me as well as new friends do.
Think about you as whom you fear to be
It's frustrating when people have an image of you that is not true to who you really are.
I find that I've lost the road to home
I feel lost and confused about my direction in life.
Eric once said that I'd died if I had kept going on for so long
A friend of mine warned me that I was headed down a dangerous path.
Lost my pen and the right meaning of my pain
I feel like I can't express my emotions properly anymore.
Leaving all the precious hints God gave me
I feel like I'm ignoring the signs that are guiding me.
Hush baby, stop complaining
I need to stop complaining and focus on finding a solution to my problems.
(Smirking at the past)
I am reminiscing about the past with a sense of humor.
Pleasant time which makes me smile
I remember a happy moment from the past that brings me joy.
10.30 pm film, cheap ball you wish not to fly
I remember a specific moment in time when I was watching a movie and playing with a cheap ball.
Jumpsuit from home, 4 wheels roller skates
I recall an outfit I used to wear while roller skating.
And I'm worried about the future, for my son's sake
I am anxious about what the future holds, especially for the sake of my child.
Now I'm writing down these lines to you
I am expressing my thoughts and feelings to a friend through this letter.
Because my friend these days my feelings are so blue
I feel sad and depressed lately, which is why I'm reaching out to you.
And I'm identifying the problem's face
I am trying to pinpoint the root cause of my issues.
That for so long prevented me to run the races
Whatever has been holding me back from achieving my goals has been a problem for a while now.
But it's not your fault, so keep your shirt on
I don't blame you for my problems, so there's no need to get defensive.
That said, I swear, you can stand tall
I believe in you and know that you have the strength to persevere.
Our problems are triggered by a huge wall
Our issues are caused by a significant obstacle that we need to overcome.
I won’t blame no man I know
I refuse to blame anyone for my struggles.
It's my fault if I can't rub elbows
If I can't connect with people, that is my own fault.
With the people I find in my way
I have trouble interacting with the people I encounter.
I go insane, this limit I think it's just a shame
It's driving me crazy that I feel like there's a limit to what I can achieve.
Maybe I think I'm a loner but I'm not
I may feel like I'm alone, but I know there are people who care about me.
Maybe I like that way and I want
Perhaps I am comfortable with my independence and don't want to change that.
To have something that makes me think I am
I want something that gives me a sense of identity and purpose.
I think I neither have a myself
I feel like I am lacking a clear sense of self.
Everyone'd be different than someone else
We are all unique individuals with our own strengths and weaknesses.
Only if they don't want to be peer, and I've learnt
We can only be our true selves if we don't try to conform to others' expectations.
To care only for people they involve me
I choose to focus on the people who are important to me and not worry about others' opinions.
I am following the meaning of the words
I am trying to make sense of my thoughts by writing them down.
Which are my sword, so let me crawl.
Writing is my means of coping, even if progress is slow.
Contributed by Andrew B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.