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1) Rosetta Stone is a British Goth band formed in the mid 1980s.
2) Rosetta Stone was a British pop band from the late 1970s.
3) Rosetta Stone was a pop band from the late 2000s.
1) Rosetta Stone is a British Goth band formed in the mid 1980s around members Porl King (Rosetta Stone, Miserylab) on guitar/vocals/keyboards and Karl North (Rosetta Stone, Dream Disciples) on bass, plus their drum machine and synthesizer rack nicknamed "Madame Razor." The band was named after the Rosetta Stone, an Egyptian historical artifact, and used ancient mythological imagery. Their early style and first album reflected the jangly-guitar sounds of 1980s gothic rock, and their first big break was supporting The Mission.
In 1991 the band released their most successful single Adrenaline, an indie dancefloor anthem which marked a change in direction for the band's sound and line-up. Porl Young (who had joined just after the recording of An Eye For The Main Chance) left to produce Children On Stun whilst Porl King and Karl North remained to take the band into a more industrial sound.
1992 saw a cover version of The Rattles 1970 hit The Witch take the band into the UK top 40 singles chart.
With the advance for 1995's The Tyranny of Inaction, Porl King purchased an Alesis ADAT multi-track digital recorder, the use of which substantially changed Rosetta Stone's sound. That album and most subsequent work featured a much more industrial sound, with extensive use of sampling
At some point in the late 1990s, Porl King lost part of his little finger in an accident, which changed his guitar style considerably. The band split up in 1998 for many reasons but which some say may have included an off-stage fracas with an act from Nightbreed Recordings at Whitby Gothic Weekend. Karl North joined Dream Disciples (their next album Asphyxia notably featured Carl's Rosetta-sounding bass). Porl King produced one more album (contractually) under the name Rosetta Stone for Cleopatra Records. Porl King went on to be a remix producer under the moniker "Miserylab," working for the likes of the mercury music award nominated Elbow and the Fluke side-project Syntax. As Miserylab, Porl has released several Singles, EPs, and Albums including the track Making A Bomb, his latest album From Which No Light Escapes, and singles Appeal To Fears {video} and Gods Amongst Your Friends {video}. Both singles are available for FREE download at miserylab.com.
Rosetta Stone was one of the largest names in the 1990s goth circuit, easily commanding audiences of over two thousand when headlining festivals, however they seemed to prefer to have a more direct relationship with their audience and in later years would usually book short tours of smaller 500+ capacity venues which then sold out. Porl King was one of the few big-name goth musicians to contribute to online discussions, such as Usenet's uk.people.gothic newsgroup. This dedication gained them a solid fanbase - the most loyal followers became known as Quarriers. Today Porl is frequently found on Facebook and Twitter.
Discography:
Chapter And Verse (1988)
Recreate and Emulate (1988)
Whispers (1988)
And How They Rejoice (1989)
Darkness And Light (1989)
Retribution (1989)
Adrenaline (1991)
An Eye For The Main Chance (1991)
Leave Me For Dead (1991)
Under The Rose (1991)
The Witch (1992)
Epitome (1993)
Foundation Stones (1993)
On The Side Of Angels (1993)
Nothing (1995)
The Tyranny Of Inaction (1995)
Hiding In Waiting (1996)
Playing God (as Complicity) (1997)
Chemical Emissions (1998)
Gender Confusion (1998)
Don't Blow Your Cover: A Tribute To KMFDM (2000) {KMFDM}
Virgin Voices: A Tribute to Madonna, Volume 2 (2000) {Madonna}
Unerotica (2000)
Seems Like Forever (2019)
Cryptology (2020)
--- For More Releases By This Artist: See miserylab
Official Sites:
Porl King's Pages
http://www.miserylab.com
http://www.twitter.com/miserylab
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rosetta-Stone/95004755522
http://www.facebook.com/miserylab
Porl Young's Pages
http://www.facebook.com/porlyoung
http://www.myspace.com/porlyoung
From Wikipedia Edited by Neferast on 18 Jun 2011
2) Rosetta Stone was a British pop band from the late 1970s.
3) Rosetta Stone was a pop band from the late 2000s.
Say What We Mean
Rosetta Stone Lyrics
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Complex procedures to consider all the time
Transfixed to the screen, I could do another line
It′s been a bad day
From this bad dream
We need to wake up
Say what we mean
Alone
Alone
Can't even spare a moment to sympathize with you
Been on almost half a day, I know I won′t get through
Spoke to seven people, I keep going back and to
It's a [?] game to them
From this bad dream
We need to wake up
Say what we mean
How it makes us feel, alone
Alone
Alone
Can't even begin, to take it all in
Some deal, some dead, some call and spin
Can′t even begin, to take it all in
Some deal, some dead, some call and spin
Can′t even begin, to take it all in
Some deal, some dead, some call and spin
Can't even begin, to take it all in
Some deal, some dead, some call and spin
When did all this happen, I didn′t have a clue
I was stood up in [?], but I really never knew
Now it's been accepted and the changes have been approved
This final service come
From this bad dream
We need to wake up
Say what we mean
How it makes us feel, alone
Alone
Alone
Alone
Alone
Alone
Alone
Alone
Alone
The lyrics of Rosetta Stone's song "Say What We Mean" touch upon themes of addiction, modern life, and the need for genuine communication and connection. The first verse illustrates the overwhelming nature of contemporary life, comparing it to being addicted to a drug. The line "Transfixed to the screen, I could do another line" suggests the addictive nature of constantly being engaged with technology and the internet. The phrase "It's been a bad day" conveys a sense of frustration and exhaustion.
The chorus brings forth the idea that amidst the chaos of this modern life, there is a need to wake up from the metaphorical "bad dream" and express our true thoughts and emotions. The lyrics promote the importance of being honest with ourselves and others, and truly saying what we mean instead of hidden behind screens and superficial interactions. The repetition of the word "alone" underscores the feeling of isolation that can emerge from a lack of genuine communication.
The second verse continues to highlight the disconnection and lack of empathy in today's society. The line "Can't even spare a moment to sympathize with you" suggests a selfish and self-absorbed mindset, possibly due to being overwhelmed with the demands of daily life. The mention of speaking to multiple people but going back and forth indicates a lack of depth and meaningful connection in these interactions. The reference to a "[?] game" implies that others may see life as a game, not considering the true consequences of their actions.
The repetition of the line "Can't even begin, to take it all in" reflects a sense of being overwhelmed by the complexities and challenges of life. The following lines mention deals, death, and people spinning and calling, suggesting a chaotic and unpredictable existence. It emphasizes the inability to fully comprehend or process everything happening around us.
The final verse introduces the realization that the changes and challenges of contemporary life have been accepted and approved, perhaps indicating societal acceptance of this disconnected and superficial way of living. The reference to a "final service" could be interpreted as a metaphorical funeral for genuine communication and connection. It reinforces the urgency to wake up and say what we truly mean before it is too late.
In conclusion, "Say What We Mean" explores the negative effects of addiction, the superficiality of modern life, and the need for authentic communication. It calls for a wake-up call, urging individuals to break free from the numbing routine and express their true thoughts and feelings. The song emphasizes the feelings of loneliness and disconnection that arise from the lack of genuine connection and understanding in today's society.
Line by Line Meaning
Addicted to the drug, contemporary life
Obsessed with the constant stimulation and demands of modern life
Complex procedures to consider all the time
Constantly navigating intricate processes and tasks
Transfixed to the screen, I could do another line
Enthralled by technology, constantly seeking more digital content
It's been a bad day
Experiencing a day filled with negative emotions and events
From this bad dream
Escaping from the overwhelming and unpleasant reality
We need to wake up
Realizing the need to recognize and face the truth
Say what we mean
Expressing our true thoughts and sentiments
How it makes us feel, alone
Acknowledging the emotional isolation caused by our actions
Alone
Feeling disconnected and lonely
Can't even spare a moment to sympathize with you
Too caught up in our own lives to empathize with others
Been on almost half a day, I know I won't get through
Engaged in tasks and responsibilities for an extended period without a resolution
Spoke to seven people, I keep going back and to
Continuously engaging with multiple individuals without making progress
It's a [?] game to them
Others see it as a game or a manipulative strategy
Can't even begin, to take it all in
Overwhelmed and unable to comprehend the entirety of the situation
Some deal, some dead, some call and spin
Encountering various circumstances, some positive, some negative, and some uncertain
When did all this happen, I didn't have a clue
Unaware of when or how these changes occurred
I was stood up in [?], but I really never knew
Feeling deceived or let down without prior knowledge or understanding
Now it's been accepted and the changes have been approved
Coming to terms with and embracing the accepted alterations
This final service come
The ultimate act or offering presented
From this bad dream
Emerging from the distressing and disorienting experience
We need to wake up
Recognizing the necessity to be alert and aware
Say what we mean
Clearly and honestly expressing our intentions and desires
How it makes us feel, alone
Conveying the emotions of isolation and solitude caused by our actions
Alone
Feeling detached and solitary
Alone
Experiencing seclusion and solitude
Alone
Being in a state of being by oneself
Alone
Feeling isolated and without companionship
Alone
Being devoid of social interaction and connection
Alone
Experiencing a sense of loneliness
Alone
Being separated and disconnected from others
Alone
Feeling solitary and detached from the world
Writer(s): Porl King
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