The band have charted in the Top 100 in Denmark with The Audio Injected Soul and were the first Danish metal band to open the Orange Stage at Roskilde Festival in 2004, one of Europe's biggest mainstream festivals with 80,000 spectators. They have worked with Down and The Fugees producer Warren Riker on the Passenger album, collaborated with Roy Z (Judas Priest and Bruce Dickinson producer) and are featured on the soundtracks of Alone in the Dark, Echo (with Kim Bodnia) and Nordkraft movies.
They have released four full length albums, and have toured with bands such as Metallica, Deftones, Machine Head, Meshuggah, Arch Enemy, All That Remains, Fear Factory, The Haunted, Soilwork and God Forbid.
Jack Vegas
Mnemic Lyrics
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My self-awareness has not been mistreated
The times the fire on a blackened sky
I won't break my in a selfish try just to
Create my ideal picture
Sex is free and my check's nine figures
The gold on my teeth draw the attention
Away from my suit, pure velvet body suspension
You know
Who I am
Jack's the name, style in a frame
My ego is fit and my account the same
Shelby GT, black eyes behind shades
I get out of bed as the daylight fades on me
I will knock you out
By sheer appearance
Blinded by grace
You know me
Sharpened moves
To clear interference
You know my face
Yeah you know me
You know
I feel your eyes on me,
I know you're watching me
Who I am
I know it's hard to say,
Want to be me in every way
There's nothing wrong with the things I do
I only do them because you want me to
Ignorant, the things I do you despise
What you don't understand, I'm beyond life and you
I will knock you out
By sheer appearance
Blinded by grace
You know me
Sharpened moves
To clear interference
You know my face
Yeah you know me
The lyrics to Mnemic's song "Jack Vegas" are a commentary on fame and celebrity culture. The opening lines "Flash my face no intro needed, my self-awareness has not been mistreated" suggest that the persona being portrayed is someone who is already famous, someone who doesn't need an introduction. The following lines, "The times the fire on a blackened sky, I won't break my (back?) in a selfish try just to create my ideal picture," suggest that despite being famous, the person doesn't feel restricted by their fame, and won't compromise or try to create an image of themselves that isn't authentic.
The chorus, "You know who I am" and "You know my face, yeah you know me" reinforce the idea that this person is already famous and recognizable. The second verse in particular focuses more on Jack Vegas, the character being portrayed, with references to his name, his style, his ego, his car, and his sunglasses. The lines "I get out of bed as the daylight fades on me" suggest that Jack Vegas is someone who lives a nocturnal lifestyle, perhaps partying and enjoying the hedonistic pleasures that come with fame.
The lyrics continue to emphasize that Jack Vegas is someone who is admired and watched by others, with lines like "I feel your eyes on me, I know you're watching me" and "Want to be me in every way." The final lines, "There's nothing wrong with the things I do, I only do them because you want me to, Ignorant, the things I do you despise, What you don't understand, I'm beyond life and you" suggest that Jack Vegas is aware that not everyone approves of his lifestyle or behavior, but that he continues to live his life authentically regardless, and that his fame is fueled by the desires and fantasies of others.
Line by Line Meaning
Flash my face no intro needed
I am so famous that there is no need for me to introduce myself.
My self-awareness has not been mistreated
Being a celebrity hasn't gotten to my head, I still know who I am.
The times the fire on a blackened sky
I am used to the spotlight and attention that comes with being famous.
I won't break my in a selfish try just to
I won't sacrifice my values just to try to please people.
Create my ideal picture
I won't try to be someone I'm not just to fit into other people's expectations.
Sex is free and my check's nine figures
I have a lot of money and can have any sexual partner I want.
The gold on my teeth draw the attention
I have so much wealth that even my teeth are encrusted in gold and draw people's attention.
Away from my suit, pure velvet body suspension
I dress extravagantly, in a velvet suit that makes me stand out from the crowd.
Jack's the name, style in a frame
My name is Jack, I have a unique style that sets me apart.
My ego is fit and my account the same
I have a big ego and a lot of money.
Shelby GT, black eyes behind shades
I drive a cool car and always wear sunglasses to look cool and mysterious.
I get out of bed as the daylight fades on me
I am a night owl and often wake up in the afternoon after staying up late.
There's nothing wrong with the things I do
I do not see anything wrong with my actions or behavior.
I only do them because you want me to
I feel pressured to do certain things because my fans expect them of me.
Ignorant, the things I do you despise
People do not understand the things I do and often criticize them.
What you don't understand, I'm beyond life and you
I live life differently than most people and am beyond the norms of society.
I feel your eyes on me,
I know people are always watching me because I'm famous.
I know you're watching me
I am aware that people are always observing my actions.
I know it's hard to say,
It's difficult for people to admit that they want to be like me.
Want to be me in every way
People admire me and want to emulate my success and style.
I will knock you out
My appearance and charisma will stun people so much that they will be speechless.
By sheer appearance
Simply by being myself, I have a powerful presence that others cannot compete with.
Blinded by grace
My fame and wealth have blinded people to my true character and nature.
You know me
Despite not really knowing me personally, people feel as if they do because I am famous.
Sharpened moves
I am tactful and strategic, with a keen sense of how to navigate difficult situations.
To clear interference
I know how to overcome obstacles and make things happen in my favor.
Yeah you know me
I may be a complete stranger to most people, but they still feel like they know me because of my fame.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRIAN RASMUSSEN, MICHAEL BOEGBALLE, MIRCEA G EFTEMIE, RUNE STIGART, TOMAS COWAN KOEFOED
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