In May 2007, Nightwish announced Anette Olzon as Turunen's replacement. That September, the band released their sixth album, Dark Passion Play, which has sold almost 2 million copies. The album's lead single, "Amaranth", became one of Nightwish's most successful in Europe. The supporting tour, one of the band's largest, started on October 6, 2007, and ended on September 19, 2009. The band released an EP/live album, Made in Hong Kong (And in Various Other Places), in March 2009 as a CD/DVD, and their seventh studio album, Imaginaerum, was released globally on various days in late 2011/early 2012.
On October 1, 2012, Nightwish announced that they had parted ways with Olzon and would be finishing the tour with at that time ReVamp vocalist (ex-After Forever) Floor Jansen. In October 2013, Nightwish made Jansen and longtime session uilleann pipes player Troy Donockley permanent members of the band, and they were featured in the acclaimed album Endless Forms Most Beautiful, released on March 27, 2015. From 2014 to 2019, Nevalainen, while still a member of the band, was inactive due to severe insomnia issues; in July 2019, he announced that he would not be returning to the band, with Kai Hahto, who had acted as his replacement since 2014 (including by performing all drums on Endless Forms Most Beautiful), being promoted as the official drummer, and is featured as such at the ninth album, Human. :II: Nature., which was released internationally on April 10, 2020. After twenty years of performing with the band, it was announced that bassist Marko Hietala had parted ways with the band in January 2021. Jukka Koskinen was announced as Hietala's replacement to play bass during the tour. In August 2022, he was announced as a permanent member of the band.
Nightwish is the third-best-selling band and musical entity in Finland with certified sales of nearly 900,000 certified copies. The group is also the most successful Finnish band worldwide, selling more than 10 million records and receiving more than 60 gold and platinum awards, having released six Number 1 albums and thirteen Number 1 singles. On October 26, 2018, Nightwish was inducted into the Finnish Music Hall of Fame, becoming the honorary gallery's 11th member.
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Studio albums
Angels Fall First (1997)
Oceanborn (1998)
Wishmaster (2000)
Century Child (2002)
Once (2004)
Dark Passion Play (2007)
Imaginaerum (2011)
Endless Forms Most Beautiful (2015)
Human. :II: Nature. (2020)
Last Ride of the Day
Nightwish Lyrics
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Why don't we recognize the faces loving us so
What's God if not the spark that started life
Smile of a stranger
Sweet music, starry skies
Wonder, mystery, wherever my road goes
Early wake-ups in a moving home
Open theme park gates waiting for
Riding the day, every day into sunset
Finding the way back home
Once upon a night we'll wake to the carnival of life
The beauty of this ride ahead such an incredible high
It's hard to light a candle, easy to curse the dark instead
This moment the dawn of humanity
Last ride of the day
Last ride of the day
Wake up, dead Boy
Enter adventureland
Tricksters, magicians will show you all that's real
Careless jugglers, snakecharmers by your trail
Magic of a moment
Abracadabra
Riding the day, every day into sunset
Finding the way back home
Once upon a night we'll wake to the carnival of life
The beauty of this ride ahead such an incredible high
It's hard to light a candle, easy to curse the dark instead
This moment the dawn of humanity
Last ride of the day
Once upon a night we'll wake to the carnival of life
The beauty of this ride ahead such an incredible high
It's hard to light a candle, easy to curse the dark instead
This moment the dawn of humanity
Last ride of the day
Once upon a night we'll wake to the carnival of life
The beauty of this ride ahead such an incredible high
It's hard to light a candle, easy to curse the dark instead
This moment the dawn of humanity
Last ride of the day
The lyrics to Nightwish's song "Last Ride of the Day" explore the idea of living fully in the present moment and cherishing the love and connections we have with others. The opening lines, "We live in every moment but this one / Why don't we recognize the faces loving us so," suggest that we often get caught up in our own lives and fail to appreciate the people around us who care for and support us. The lyrics then turn to more philosophical themes, with references to God as "the spark that started life" and the wonders of the natural world, such as "sweet music, starry skies" and "scent of fresh-mown grass in the morning sun." The chorus repeats the idea of "riding the day, every day into sunset / Finding the way back home," reinforcing the importance of staying present and enjoying each moment as it comes.
The second verse introduces the idea of the "carnival of life," with imagery of tricksters, magicians, and snakecharmers. The lyrics suggest that life is full of wonder and magic, and it's up to us to embrace it and find meaning in our experiences. The line "It's hard to light a candle, easy to curse the dark instead" acknowledges that it can be difficult to stay positive and hopeful, but it's important to try and see the beauty in life despite its challenges. The final lines, "This moment the dawn of humanity / Last ride of the day," suggest that every moment is an opportunity to connect with others and experience the joy and wonder of being alive.
Line by Line Meaning
We live in every moment but this one
We tend to focus on the past or the future instead of living in the present moment.
Why don't we recognize the faces loving us so
We often take for granted the people who love us the most and fail to appreciate them.
What's God if not the spark that started life
God can be seen as the creator of life, the spark that ignited the universe and everything in it.
Smile of a stranger
A simple smile from a stranger can brighten our day and make us feel less alone in the world.
Sweet music, starry skies
The beauty of nature and the joy of music can bring us peace and remind us of the wonder of life.
Wonder, mystery, wherever my road goes
Life is full of unknown paths and unexpected twists, and we should embrace the mystery and joy of the journey ahead.
Early wake-ups in a moving home
Living with a sense of adventure and constantly seeking new experiences can lead to a life of excitement and fulfillment.
Scent of fresh-mown grass in the morning sun
The small pleasures of everyday life, like the smell of freshly cut grass, can bring us immense joy and satisfaction.
Open theme park gates waiting for
Life is full of endless possibilities and excitement, just like the feeling of waiting for a theme park to open.
Once upon a night we'll wake to the carnival of life
Life itself is a surreal and magical experience, full of ups and downs, like a carnival ride.
The beauty of this ride ahead such an incredible high
Life has the potential to be an incredible, exhilarating experience, full of beauty and wonder.
It's hard to light a candle, easy to curse the dark instead
It's easier to focus on the negative aspects of our lives, but it takes effort to find the light and positivity in the world.
This moment the dawn of humanity
Every moment has the potential to be a turning point in human history, and we should appreciate the significance of each experience.
Last ride of the day
Life is short, and we should make the most of every moment and experience, as each one could be our last ride of the day.
Wake up, dead Boy
Don't live life like a zombie, awaken to the possibilities and experiences that life has to offer.
Enter adventureland
Life is an adventure, and we should approach it with a sense of excitement and wonder.
Tricksters, magicians will show you all that's real
We are often blind to the miracles of life, but by embracing the sense of magic and wonder in the world, we can discover the true meaning of reality.
Careless jugglers, snakecharmers by your trail
Life is full of distractions and obstacles, but they can also be opportunities for growth and learning.
Magic of a moment
There is something truly special about living in the moment and appreciating the beauty and wonder of life.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ERNO VUORINEN, JUKKA NEVALAINEN, MARKO HIETALA, TUOMAS HOLOPAINEN
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@matttrent946
i havent kept up with music for quite a number of years and
DAMN i missed out on her vocals, charisma and and presence
she owns that stage, that arena, those fans
...
much praise unto Floor
EDIT: theres something about every time it cuts to focus on the crowd and their mania that helps transcend the experience
that this as just a concert
and just a band playing music
@nightwish
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@ralfmeyer9086
WOW, thank you so much. Yesterday Floor, and now this. What awesome Eastern Eggs.🤗🥰😊
@joeplant2725
Got mine, can’t wait ❤️
@vostaserova3610
Oh we surely are!! Can't wait for it
@Green-Lyon
Chomping at the bit to take a ride to the Inn!
@kennethrampon3373
I could not possibly be more ready
@TotsNater
Floor's smile while performing is everything. You can tell she lives for this. ❤️
@blackc1479
Yep. It's awesome to see a band really enjoying performing for a crowd. Way too many people seem to be focusing on hitting their mark or whatever vs actually enjoying doing the show.
@AndersMidnatt
The powerful feedback makes Floor Jansen glow like a hot O:f/WN:h star!
@skruven77
True to that ✌🏼