The band adopted several names before deciding on “Nihils”, which describes a “non belief” in any rules that apply to music. The music which has a warm, dynamic and rich feel to it, hovers somewhere within the Indie/Pop/Alternative genre but varies from song to song. The band had their first local gig in 2007 and continued performing regularly from then on including shows in the UK and Germany. In 2011 the band had their first chart success with their single "Set my sail" which entered the Austrian single charts at # 14. Nihils are currently working on their second album.
Lovers On the Run
Nihils Lyrics
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Burning like a fire
We were hypnotised
So much more than desire
Her touch was soft and pure
Her lips held all the answers
And for a moment I felt cured
And just when oh oh
I thought it would work out
Naked under the sun
No wish stayed uncovered
Two beings becoming one
We were meant for each other
Tasted forbidden fruit
It was sweeter than wine
But there's a curse on our lives
Baby all we needed was more time
And just when oh oh
We thought it would work out
All these lovers on the run
All these lovers on the run
Always running for the sun
Always running for the sun
All these lovers on the run
All these lovers on the run
Always running for the sun
Always running for the sun
Time is not on my side
Time is not on my side
I wanna go back, I wanna go back
I wanna go back, I wanna go back
I wanna go back, I wanna go back
I wanna go back, I wanna go back
Yeah
Oh oh
Yeah
All these lovers on the run
All these lovers on the run
Always running for the sun
Always running for the sun
All these lovers on the run
All these lovers on the run
Always running for the sun
Always running for the sun
The lyrics of Nihils's song "Lovers On the Run" evoke a story of intense passion, longing, and the constraints of time. The singer describes a powerful connection with someone, expressed through their fiery eyes, and the feeling of being entranced and captivated by each other. The touch and kiss of this person bring a sense of revelation and temporary healing to the singer's soul, as if they have found solace and understanding in each other's embrace.
Despite the overwhelming desire and the deep connection they share, there is a sense of tragic inevitability. The sweetness of their forbidden love, akin to tasting a forbidden fruit or savouring the finest wine, is overshadowed by a curse on their lives. The couple realizes that they needed more time, but time is not on their side. The singer expresses a yearning to go back in time, to relive the moments of bliss and respite they experienced together.
The repetition of the lines "All these lovers on the run, always running for the sun" suggests a sense of constant searching and chasing after something that seems perpetually just out of reach. It captures the notion that love can sometimes feel like a chase, a race against time, with the sun representing a metaphorical source of happiness and fulfillment.
Line by Line Meaning
I saw it in her eyes
I could see the passion and intensity in her eyes
Burning like a fire
Burning with a fierce and uncontrollable desire
We were hypnotised
We were entranced and captivated by each other
So much more than desire
Our connection was deeper and more profound than just physical attraction
Her touch was soft and pure
Her touch was gentle and filled with genuine emotion
Her lips held all the answers
Through her kisses, I found solace and understanding
And for a moment I felt cured
In that fleeting moment, all my troubles and insecurities disappeared
Our awkward souls turned dancers
Our awkward and uncertain selves transformed into graceful and harmonious beings
And just when oh oh
Right at the moment when everything seemed perfect
I thought it would work out
I believed that our relationship would succeed and endure
Naked under the sun
Exposed to each other's vulnerability and authenticity
No wish stayed uncovered
We shared our deepest desires without holding back
Two beings becoming one
Our individual selves merging into a united entity
We were meant for each other
Destined to be together, our connection was undeniable
Tasted forbidden fruit
Indulged in something we knew was forbidden or taboo
It was sweeter than wine
The forbidden experience brought greater pleasure and happiness than expected
But there's a curse on our lives
An unfortunate and unavoidable fate has befallen our relationship
Baby all we needed was more time
If only we had more time together, we could overcome the obstacles
Time is not on my side
Unfortunately, time is running out for us
I wanna go back, I wanna go back
I long to return to the moments of happiness and bliss we shared
All these lovers on the run
There are many couples like us, constantly seeking happiness and love
Always running for the sun
Always chasing after a brighter and better future
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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Ethan Thompson
Virtual riot has to be one of the best artist out there at the moment
RetroBass
Six years later still one of my favorite songs. So many time have I listened. Fallen asleep to. Great great stuff.
Doc Snock
2:15 - 2:44 and the ending makes the hair on the back of my neck stand. I really wish those parts led into something different rather than the abrupt change in tone of the song. Love Virtual Riot doe, he's da man!
Xizura
God damn! Virtual Riot has been on a production rampage! Excellent work as always from him.
Gabe
Nihil’s just have a thing with remixes of their songs getting more views than the original
Sayiko OW
You can never say no to Virtual Riot, they're irresistable
W.W.
ehm......maybe you meant "he's"....
Unwedged
I love how the intro gives you like a second of Edge by Virtual Riot.
Batman
Had no idea this existed. Virtual Riot is fucking amazing.
Mira J
Yupp, sick as always. Virtual Riot never disappoints!