The name, Poets of the Fall, comes from the idea that two opposites form a whole, ie. there isn't one without the other. "Poets" here represent the positive side and "the Fall" the negative. Of course, when you join these two concepts, the "Poets" starts to sound just a tad mischievious as well... depends, of course, on how you perceive "the Fall". You might see it as a beautiful crisp season and the "Poets" are its insightful architects...
Among many others, the trio has received the following awards:
* Best Finnish Act at MTV Europe Music Awards 2006
* Best Finnish Music Video of all time in TV2's Musiikki-TV; two bronze Muuvi Awards and Best Music Video of 2006 at The Voice (video Carnival of Rust)
* Two Emma Awards (the Finnish Grammys) in 2005 - the best debut album and the best new act
* Best Finnish band at the NRJ Radio Awards 2006
* Commercial Radio Stations' Newcomer of the Year Award in 2005
The official website of the band is www.poetsofthefall.com.
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Poets of the Fall Lyrics
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On her rollerskates, so I guess she's pretty far gone
Left me with my greed, to answer for my own
For how could a deadened sense tell right from wrong
So thanks for nothing I ain't feeling the magic
Kinda comic how I got tragic
Mirror mirror on the wall
More, just to be sure
I got what I wanted, so naturally I want more
What I paid for, entertain me now
All I want is more, 'cause I like it
Too good to let it go, keep it coming
'cause I want more, 'cause I'm not sure
What I really wanted, so all I want is more
Yeah modesty, her rule now overthrown
Packed her teddybear, so as not to go alone
Left me with my pride to live beneath a stone
For how could an amputee ever pick a bone
So tell me something, isn't this a bit drastic
My smiles are turning to plastic
Mirror mirror on the wall
What's the secret for staying droll
You know it isn't particularly funny
Killjoy walks in just when it's turning sunny
Killjoy lives like it's all about the money
All about the money, all about the money
All about the money, all about the money
The song "More" by Finnish rock band Poets of the Fall seems to be about the endless human desire for more. The lyrics illustrate the concept of wanting more and more even after fulfilling one's basic needs. At the very beginning of the song, the singer sheds light on the fact that decency has left him, which suggests that he has lost all virtues that make someone a good person. He finds himself indulging his greed, but a deadened sense of morality makes it difficult for him to draw the line between right and wrong.
The chorus of the song, "More, just to be sure, I got what I wanted, so naturally, I want more," is the crux of the lyrics. The singer is trying to fill an unfulfillable void within himself by constantly seeking more, becoming a slave to his own desires. He wants to be entertained, and he wants to retain that feeling of having what he desires, which is his ultimate goal. In the second verse, the singer talks about modesty, which is another trait that has departed from him. He has lost his ability to be humble and instead wants to live life beneath a stone of pride.
In conclusion, "More" is a song about the unfettered human need for materialistic things. The lyrics describe the traps that humans can fall into when they become too greed-driven and how addiction to want more constantly can leave one feeling empty and unfulfilled. Ultimately, the song highlights the importance of balancing material needs with personal values to lead a meaningful and happy life.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah decency, she done left our home
My sense of decency has left me alone
On her rollerskates, so I guess she's pretty far gone
She left in a hurry, and I can't keep up
Left me with my greed, to answer for my own
Now I am solely responsible for my selfish actions
For how could a deadened sense tell right from wrong
My morality has been numbed and it's hard to know what's right
So thanks for nothing I ain't feeling the magic
I am disappointed and ungrateful for what I have
Kinda comic how I got tragic
It's ironic that my situation is both funny and sad
Mirror mirror on the wall
Addressing the reflection and asking for answers
What do you give someone who has it all
I have everything I want, what more can I ask for?
More, just to be sure
I want to indulge in excess to make sure I have everything
I got what I wanted, so naturally I want more
Having satisfied some of my desires only intensifies my craving
What I paid for, entertain me now
I have spent so much, now I expect to be constantly entertained
All I want is more, 'cause I like it
My enjoyment is directly proportional to the quantity I have
Too good to let it go, keep it coming
I am too invested to let go and want more to keep it going
'Cause I want more, 'cause I'm not sure
My insecurity and greed compel me to keep accumulating
What I really wanted, so all I want is more
I am unsure of what I truly desire, but more of anything seems like a good option
Yeah modesty, her rule now overthrown
My sense of modesty has been thrown out the window
Packed her teddybear, so as not to go alone
Modesty left with the only thing left of innocence and purity
Left me with my pride to live beneath a stone
All that remains is my pride, buried and ashamed
For how could an amputee ever pick a bone
It's impossible to choose what you want when you're missing essential parts
So tell me something, isn't this a bit drastic
I am questioning my own actions and motivations
My smiles are turning to plastic
I am putting on a facade of happiness that feels fake
What's the secret for staying droll
What does one need to do to remain indifferent to it all?
You know it isn't particularly funny
The situation is not amusing anymore
Killjoy walks in just when it's turning sunny
Right when things are starting to look up, pessimism overrules
Killjoy lives like it's all about the money
The negative attitude is fueled by the thought that money is all that matters
All about the money, all about the money
The materialistic mindset is taking over
All about the money, all about the money
The constant pursuit of wealth is all-consuming
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARKO SAARESTO, MARKUS KAARLONEN, OLLI TUKIAINEN
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