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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.
temptation
Rosetta Stone Lyrics
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I've tried to understand
That certain feeling
Carved by another's hand
But it's too late to hesitate
We can't keep on living like this
Leave no track
Don't look back
All I desire
Temptation
Keep climbing higher and higher
Temptation
Adorable creatures
Temptation
With unacceptable features
Temptation
Trouble is coming
Temptation
It's just the high cost of loving
Temptation
You can take it or leave it
Temptation
But you'd better believe it
You've got to make me an offer
That cannot be ignored
So let's head for home now
Everything I have is yours
Step by step and day by day
Every second counts I can't break away
Leave no trace
Hide your face
All I desire
Temptation
Keep climbing higher and higher
Temptation
Adorable creatures
Temptation
With unacceptable features
Temptation
Trouble is coming
Temptation
It's just the high cost of loving
Temptation
You can take it or leave it
Temptation
But you'd better believe it
Keep us from temptation
Lead us not into temptation
Trying to find it
Temptation
You've got to get up behind it
Temptation
Put your dime in the hot slot
Temptation
But it's a million to one shot
Temptation
You think that you're right no
Temptation
You're going to fake it tonight now
Temptation
Give me a breakdown
Temptation
Because it's time for a shakedown
The song "Temptation" by Rosetta Stone is a timeless classic that explores the idea of the erotic and the illicit. The opening verse talks about a certain feeling that has been carved by another's hand. The line "it's too late to hesitate, we can't keep on living like this" suggests that the desire has become too strong and cannot be denied anymore. The chorus talks about temptation as something that keeps tempting us to climb higher, even though we may be aware that it's not something we're supposed to do. The line "with unacceptable features" seems to suggest that the things that attract us may not be socially acceptable.
The second verse talks about how the singer is willing to give up everything they have for the sake of the temptation. They are counting every second to make sure they don't miss out on their chance. The line "step by step and day by day, every second counts, I can't break away" shows the intensity of the desire. The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the power of the temptation. The line "lead us not into temptation" seems to suggest that the singer knows it is not wise to give in but is unable to resist. The third verse talks about the lengths that the singer is willing to go to satisfy their desires. They are willing to take a million to one shot if it means getting what they want. The song ends with the line "give me a breakdown, because it's time for a shakedown" emphasizing the power of the urge.
Overall, the song explores the theme of temptation and the various ways it affects our lives. We are all tempted by something, and it takes a great deal of strength to resist. The song is a reminder that sometimes we need to let go of our inhibitions and give in to our desires. However, the song also emphasizes the consequences of giving in to temptation and the price we pay for our actions.
Line by Line Meaning
I've never been closer
I have come close to understanding something.
I've tried to understand
I have attempted to comprehend something.
That certain feeling
A mysterious and elusive emotion.
Carved by another's hand
Fashioned or shaped by someone else's influence.
But it's too late to hesitate
There is no time left for indecision or delay.
We can't keep on living like this
The current situation is unsustainable and must change.
Leave no track
Erasing all evidence of one's actions.
Don't look back
Do not dwell on the past or any regrets.
All I desire
My deepest yearning.
Temptation
The allure of something I am drawn to, regardless of its consequences.
Keep climbing higher and higher
Persist in pursuing the object of my desire, ascending to greater heights of desire.
Adorable creatures
Charming beings who tempt me.
With unacceptable features
Having undesirable traits, yet still drawing me in.
Trouble is coming
There will be difficulties ahead if I continue down this path.
It's just the high cost of loving
Love requires sacrifice and may come at great expense.
You can take it or leave it
The choice is yours whether to pursue or abandon the temptation.
But you'd better believe it
This temptation is real and will not simply disappear.
You've got to make me an offer
Convince me through some form of enticement.
That cannot be ignored
The offer must be too good to pass up.
So let's head for home now
It is time to return to a place of comfort or safety.
Everything I have is yours
I will give up everything for you and this temptation.
Step by step and day by day
Slowly but surely, being pulled further into temptation.
Every second counts I can't break away
Time is of the essence and I cannot escape the pull of temptation.
Leave no trace
Avoid leaving any sign of my actions or involvement.
Hide your face
Conceal your identity and actions from others.
Keep us from temptation
Pray for protection against the pull of temptation.
Lead us not into temptation
A plea to be guided away from temptation and its consequences.
Trying to find it
Searching for the temptation that eludes me.
You've got to get up behind it
To pursue the temptation despite its challenging nature.
Put your dime in the hot slot
Take a risk for the sake of the temptation.
But it's a million to one shot
The likelihood of success is remarkably small.
You think that you're right no
A false sense of confidence regarding the path of temptation.
You're going to fake it tonight now
Pretending to be something I'm not in pursuit of the temptation.
Give me a breakdown
An explanation or breakdown of the situation at hand.
Because it's time for a shakedown
A period of upheaval and restructuring must occur in pursuit of the temptation.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BILLY JOEL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@xrismijalkovic
I've never been closer
I've tried to understand
That certain feeling
Carved by another's hand
But it's too late to hesitate
We can't keep on living like this
Leave no track
Don't look back
All I desire
Temptation
Keep climbing higher and higher
Temptation
Adorable creatures
Temptation
With unacceptable features
Temptation
Trouble is coming
Temptation
It's just the high cost of loving
Temptation
You can take it or leave it
Temptation
But you'd better believe it
You've got to make me an offer
That cannot be ignored
So let's head for home now
Everything I have is yours
Step by step and day by day
Every second counts I can't break away
Leave no trace
Hide your face
All I desire
Temptation
Keep climbing higher and higher
Temptation
Adorable creatures
Temptation
With unacceptable features
Temptation
Trouble is coming
Temptation
It's just the high cost of loving
Temptation
You can take it or leave it
Temptation
But you'd better believe it
Keep us from temptation
Lead us not into temptation
Trying to find it
Temptation
You've got to get up behind it
Temptation
Put your dime in the hot slot
Temptation
But it's a million to one shot
Temptation
You think that you're right no
Temptation
You're going to fake it tonight now
Temptation
Give me a breakdown
Temptation
Because it's time for a shakedown
@BillieJolene1
Way cool music! I actually accidently ran across this and I'm glad I did. :)
@irenalovecraft3478
usually don' t like covers but this one' s great!
@bigrichturbo25
thank you very much :-)
@Thornzo
damn this is such a good song haha
@vsangel91
I like it as much as cradle of filths version.
@xrismijalkovic
I've never been closer
I've tried to understand
That certain feeling
Carved by another's hand
But it's too late to hesitate
We can't keep on living like this
Leave no track
Don't look back
All I desire
Temptation
Keep climbing higher and higher
Temptation
Adorable creatures
Temptation
With unacceptable features
Temptation
Trouble is coming
Temptation
It's just the high cost of loving
Temptation
You can take it or leave it
Temptation
But you'd better believe it
You've got to make me an offer
That cannot be ignored
So let's head for home now
Everything I have is yours
Step by step and day by day
Every second counts I can't break away
Leave no trace
Hide your face
All I desire
Temptation
Keep climbing higher and higher
Temptation
Adorable creatures
Temptation
With unacceptable features
Temptation
Trouble is coming
Temptation
It's just the high cost of loving
Temptation
You can take it or leave it
Temptation
But you'd better believe it
Keep us from temptation
Lead us not into temptation
Trying to find it
Temptation
You've got to get up behind it
Temptation
Put your dime in the hot slot
Temptation
But it's a million to one shot
Temptation
You think that you're right no
Temptation
You're going to fake it tonight now
Temptation
Give me a breakdown
Temptation
Because it's time for a shakedown
@BloodBite
yeap
@poposisa
@Exsecrorsps amigo...solo ve cuantas vistas tiene este video. y cuantas el cover de cradle :)
@Celiaa666
cradle of filth hizo una cover de esta canción o son rosetta stone los que hicieron una cover de esta canción de ellos? o.o
@bigrichturbo25
who sings the original?