There is more than one artist named Moonface:
1) a Canadian indie band t… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist named Moonface:
1) a Canadian indie band that began as a solo project of multi-instrumentalist Spencer Krug
2) a British DJ and music producer

1. Moonface is a Canadian indie band that began in 2010 as a solo project of multi-instrumentalist Spencer Krug (perhaps best known as the pianist and singer and a primary songwriter for indie bands Wolf Parade and Sunset Rubdown, but also having featured with Frog Eyes, Swan Lake, Fifths of Seven, and more). Albums include Organ Music Not Vibraphone Like I'd Hoped (2011), With Siinai: Heartbreaking Bravery (2012), Julia With Blue Jeans On (2013).

2. Phil Thompson AKA Moonface is a DJ and producer living, breathing the underground dance music scene for over 20 years now. Since being signed to John Digweed’s label Bedrock, Moonface became resident at the monthly Bedrock London and Brighton nights. Moonface has also been a regular at high profile events in the UK as well as major club nights and dance festivals covering most of the top spots around the globe, including gigs at JUNK club, Southampton; Ministry of Sound, London; Global Underground, Moscow plus regular events in Greece.
As a producer, Moonface has an impressive discography including releases on numerous compilation CDs such as the ‘Balance Series 006’ on EQ Recordings and the legendary Global Underground and Nubreed series, including ‘GU is 10’ a must-have compilation celebrating 10 years of the Global Underground sound. Bedrock released ‘Layered Sounds’ mixed by John Digweed and Phil Thompson and the now classic sounds of ‘Between Worlds’, a six track album of Moonface tracks, was also released on the same label and in 2001 was voted album of the month by several industry magazines.
Moonface remixed Colin Dale’s ‘Joy’ out on Endemic, plus his Moonface track ‘Know So’ along with more to follow. Back in 2008 saw Paulo Mojo’s remix of ‘You Get So Give’ feature on the compilation CD ‘Bedrock 10, Past, Present and Future’. Bedrock 11 featured yet another classic Moonface track ‘Futurized Fears’ remixed by Guy J released October 2009.
2009 saw Moonface looking for a new direction and this turned up in the form of DJ, producer and friend Tim Cook. After a number of years promoting and playing at their own club nights ‘Cartel’ alongside industry heavy weights such as Terry Francis, Omid 16b and Adultnapper, Phil and Tim then created the new project ‘Animalz’. As well as working in the studio together; they have a string of remixes. They perform together; back to back with a laptop each, a 2 deck Dj midi controller each, with use of loops and fx to keep things moving, two very distinctive styles coming together to make one relentless vibe.
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Love the House You're In
Moonface Lyrics

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I regretfully withdraw my offer to try to improve myself
I sincerely believe the results would be disaster
I held the chisel against my cheekbone
And I beheld the face of my true master
You've gotta love the house you're in
You've gotta love the house you're in

Sat out on the balcony doing blow

And playing chess by myself
There is a psuedo-intellectual in me oh but oh luckily there's something else
A frog with it's tongue stuck to the inside of my chest
A crow that keeps banging up against the glass
A well intentioned demon somewhere within
Maybe that last ones not so bad maybe that last ones' s the main attraction
You've gotta love the house you're in
You've gotta love the house you're in

Cause someone keeps writing your name all over the walls
Someone keeps writing your name all over the walls

I would like to be more for you than just a ghost lighting up in the courtyard
Sometimes I am an actual man standing perfectly still in the dark
Starless future, folklore past
So leave the shade halfway open
leave the shade halfway drawn
I'm writing a line for the stars
Happiness is waiting to fall

[An additional verse done in live performances at times appended onto First Violin]
Someone keeps writing your name all over their walls
Someone keeps writing your name all over their walls
Someone keeps writing your name all over these walls
Said someone keeps writing your name all over their walls
And I love me for the way I used to be
Or Love me for the way that the skin tore open

Like the rabbits tail in the mouth of the wolf
Someone keeps writing your name all over these walls

Overall Meaning

In "Love the House You're In," Moonface sings about the struggle to accept oneself and the various conflicting emotions and aspects that make up our identities. The lyrics suggest that trying to improve oneself can lead to disaster, and instead we must learn to love ourselves, flaws and all. The imagery in the song paints a vivid picture of the emotional landscape of the singer's mind, with references to drug use, chess-playing, and an inner demon. Despite the darkness of some of the imagery, the song ultimately suggests that happiness is waiting for us, if we are open enough to see it.

The repeated refrain of "You've gotta love the house you're in" serves as both a metaphor and a literal message. It encourages the listener to embrace their own body and mind, just as they are. The lines "Someone keeps writing your name all over the walls" suggests that despite our own reservations about ourselves, others may see us in a more positive light. The final verse, which is not included in the official recording but is performed live, adds another layer of complexity to the song. The singer here seems to suggest that they are still haunted by their past, but are willing to be loved for who they are, both the good and the bad.

Overall, "Love the House You're In" is a powerful song about self-acceptance and learning to love oneself. Its dark imagery and complex emotions make for a deeply moving listening experience.

Line by Line Meaning

I regretfully withdraw my offer to try to improve myself
I am no longer interested in changing who I am, as I believe it would only lead to disaster.

I sincerely believe the results would be disaster
Changing oneself would bring about negative outcomes.

I held the chisel against my cheekbone
I found pleasure in marking myself.

And I beheld the face of my true master
I am in control of my own destiny.

You've gotta love the house you're in
One must be content with their own being, as it is their only true home.

Sat out on the balcony doing blow
I sat on my balcony while using cocaine.

And playing chess by myself
I engaged in a game of chess while I was alone.

There is a psuedo-intellectual in me oh but oh luckily there's something else
While I may act like I am knowledgeable, there is more to me than just that.

A frog with it's tongue stuck to the inside of my chest
I feel like there is something inside me that is weighing me down.

A crow that keeps banging up against the glass
I am struggling to break free from something that is holding me back.

A well intentioned demon somewhere within
There is a part of me that seeks to do good, even though it may also cause harm.

Maybe that last ones not so bad maybe that last ones' s the main attraction
Perhaps the part of me that is both good and bad is what makes me unique and interesting.

Cause someone keeps writing your name all over the walls
Someone is trying to remind me of something or someone that I cannot forget.

I would like to be more for you than just a ghost lighting up in the courtyard
I wish to be more than just a fleeting presence in your life, something that you barely notice.

Sometimes I am an actual man standing perfectly still in the dark
I am capable of being still, even in the midst of darkness or confusion.

Starless future, folklore past
The future is uncertain and I am unsure of what is to come, but I hold onto my memories.

So leave the shade halfway open
Do not close yourself off entirely, as there is still room for growth.

Leave the shade halfway drawn
Do not hide yourself away completely, as there is still something to be seen.

I'm writing a line for the stars
I have something to say and I want the world to hear it.

Happiness is waiting to fall
I am hopeful that joy is just around the corner.

Someone keeps writing your name all over their walls
Someone is fixated on you, unable to let go.

Said someone keeps writing your name all over their walls
It bears repeating that someone cannot forget you.

And I love me for the way I used to be
I cherish who I used to be and the memories of my past.

Or Love me for the way that the skin tore open
I am willing to embrace the pain and suffering that has shaped me into who I am today.

Like the rabbits tail in the mouth of the wolf
I am the prey, vulnerable and at odds with the world around me.

Someone keeps writing your name all over these walls
Someone is so fixated on you that they have marked the walls with your name.