In 2008, they entered the studio to record their debut album “Lantai Merah”. Their pre-release single from the album, “Merah that distributed freely on the Internet was received with high acclaims from fans, generating 8,000 downloads in the first three months alone.
When “Lantai Merah” finally released on May 2009, Expectations are already mounting and the album was very much hailed by fans and the media as one of the best albums of the year so far, thanks to their catchy and quality songs, vast improvement in their musicality and their unique lyrical approaches.
Parade
Monkey to Millionaire Lyrics
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And I still, sit on the same rage
And I still, dance on the same page
And I still, take the same old rage
And I'm burn, yet so old
And I'm burn, yet so old
And I keep, building same old world
And I smile, like an enemy
A silent one, yet I'm so friendly
And I'm burn, yet so old
And I'm burn, yet so old
Sitting on your grave
And watch you falling over
Through your bad behaviour
Keep watch you falling over
On your own parade
We were hoping that you'll cry on your parade
And I'll be sitting on your grave
And I'll be sitting on your grave
Red, eyes suspicious
Feeling cheap, over jealous
Combinations, of fear and shame
Ripped off your skin, away with a blame
And I'm blown, I'm blown away
And I'm blown, till you're old and gray
Sitting on your grave
And watch you falling over
Through your bad behaviour
Keep watch you falling over
On your own parade
We were hoping that you'll cry on your parade
And I'll be sitting on
Sitting on your grave
And watch you falling over
Through your bad behaviour
Keep watch you falling over
On your own parade
We were hoping that you'll cry on your parade
And I'll be sitting on your grave
I'll be sitting on your grave
I'll be sitting on your grave
Will a frown on my face
Facing down on your face
Saying sweetest words
That you won't ever forget
Your face stone and cold
Like an ice I wanna break
Stomped it in the dirt
And melting down your pride
Sitting on your grave
And watch you falling over
Through your bad behaviour
Keep watch you falling over
On your own parade
We were hoping that you'll cry on your parade
And I'll be sitting on
Sitting on your grave
And watch you falling over
Through your bad behaviour
Keep watch you falling over
On your own parade
We were hoping that you'll cry on your parade
And I'll be sitting on your grave
And I'll be sitting on your grave
Your grave
Your grave
The song "Parade" by Monkey to Millionaire is a powerful and introspective reflection on the cyclical nature of life and human behavior. The opening lines, "Still sit on the same lair, and I still sit on the same rage," suggest a sense of stagnant frustration and a lack of growth or change in one's life. This sentiment is echoed throughout the song, with the repetition of the phrase "And I'm burn, yet so old," suggesting a feeling of being trapped in a never-ending cycle of the same mistakes and regrets.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of revenge, with the repeated reference to "sitting on your grave" and watching someone else "falling over through your bad behavior." This image of revenge is both ominous and empowering – the singer is reclaiming power and control over their own life by watching the downfall of someone who has wronged them.
The song ends with a sense of triumph and resolution, as the singer proclaims that they will be "sitting on your grave" and that their vengeance will be remembered for a long time to come. The final repetition of the phrase "your grave" suggests both a literal and symbolic victory over the forces that have held the singer back.
Overall, "Parade" is a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant song that explores themes of stagnation, revenge, and triumph over adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Still, sit on the same lair
Despite the passage of time, I remain unchanged and unmoved in my inaction
And I still, sit on the same rage
My anger and frustration remain just as intense as they always have been
And I still, dance on the same page
I continue to behave in the same way, unresponsive to any new developments or experiences
And I still, take the same old rage
I continue to fuel my anger and negative emotions, refusing to let go of past grievances
And I'm burn, yet so old
My rage and negative emotions have taken a toll on me, making me feel weary and aged
Keep, digging the same grave
I persist in actions and behaviors that lead to my own downfall and destruction
And I keep, building same old world
I am stagnant and resistant to change, building the same world over and over again without progress
And I smile, like an enemy
I remain friendly on the surface but have negative intentions towards others
A silent one, yet I'm so friendly
I maintain a calm exterior, but inside I harbor negative emotions and intentions towards others
Sitting on your grave
I am waiting for your downfall, enjoying it and even contributing to it in some way
And watch you falling over
I take pleasure in witnessing your failure and downfall
Through your bad behaviour
I see your negative actions and behaviors as a justification for my enjoyment of your downfall
Keep watch you falling over
I maintain the same pleasure in watching your downfall, regardless of how long it takes
On your own parade
I take pleasure in seeing you fail in something you take great pride in
We were hoping that you'll cry on your parade
Myself and others who share my negative intentions towards you were hoping to see you emotionally affected by your own failure
And I'll be sitting on your grave
I will be rejoicing in your downfall and enjoying the sight of it
Red, eyes suspicious
I have a suspicious and mistrusting demeanor
Feeling cheap, over jealous
I feel inferior and unworthy, leading to jealousy and negative behavior
Combinations, of fear and shame
My negative emotions include a mixture of fear and shame
Ripped off your skin, away with a blame
I am quick to assign blame to others and am willing to cause them harm, to benefit myself
And I'm blown, I'm blown away
I am overwhelmed by my negative emotions
And I'm blown, till you're old and gray
My negative emotions will continue to exist and affect me, even as I age
Will a frown on my face
I will present a negative demeanor towards you
Facing down on your face
I am intimidating and aggressive towards you
Saying sweetest words
My words may be kind and friendly, but my intentions are negative towards you
That you won't ever forget
My words and actions will have a lasting impact on you
Your face stone and cold
Your demeanor towards me is emotionless and unfeeling
Like an ice I wanna break
I want to succeed in upsetting you and causing emotional reactions from you
Stomped it in the dirt
I have caused you harm and have enjoyed doing so
And melting down your pride
I want to see you humbled and brought down to my level of suffering
Your grave
I am waiting for your downfall and demise, even if it means causing harm to you
Writer(s): Monkey To Millionaire
Contributed by Blake P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.