1) SOiL is a four-piec… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
1) SOiL is a four-piece nu metal band from Chicago, formed in 1997 by ex-members of renowned death metal acts Broken Hope and Oppressor. After three efforts (the EP SOiL, the EP El Chupacabra and the first album Throttle Junkies), they gained international success with their album Scars. Their success was helped by singles such as Halo and Unreal, which bear their distinctive harsh but emotional and melodic sound.
Current members
- Ryan McCombs – Vocals (1997–2004, 2011-present)
- Adam Zadel – Guitar (1997–present)
- Tim King – Bass (1997–present)
- Jon Wysocki - Drums (2011-present)
Former members
- Tom Schofield – Drums (1997–2010)
- A. J. Cavalier - Vocals, Guitar (2005–2010)
- Shaun Glass – guitar (1997–2007)
Touring members
- Jordan Lee - Vocals (2010–2011)
- Mike Tignino - Drums (2010–2011)
Discography
- SOiL (EP) (1997)
- El Chupacabra (EP) (1998)
- Throttle Junkies (1999)
- Scars (2001)
- Redefine (2004)
- True Self (2006)
- Throttle Junkies [Remastered] (2007)
- Picture Perfect (2009)
- Re-LIVE-ing The Scars (2012)
- Whole (2013)
In 2002, SOiL played at Ozzfest and on the Ozzfest 2002 CD you can find the track 'Halo' played live with Zakk Wyld of Black Lable Society.
2) S.O.I.L (Czech band) was founded in spring of 2003. The original formation consisted of the singer Zuzana Kropáčová, keyboard player Jakub Zitko, drummer Roman Vícha and bass guitar player Aleš Slavík. In spring 2004, a guitar player Jiří Šimek joined the band and this is the final arrangement up to the present day.
The band performed not just in Czech clubs but also on several big festivals e. g. Creamfields 2003, Open Air Field 2004, Mezi Ploty, Summer of Love 2003, Semtex Culture 2004 etc.
Current members
- Zuzana Kropáčová - vocals
- Kuba Zitko - keyboard
- Aleš Slavík - bass
- Jirka Šimek - guitars
- Roman Vícha - drums
Discography
- In Fields
- Looking Back (2008)
3) SOIL - Jensen Henrik & Lankin.
4) Soil - Serj Tankian, Daron Malakian, Domingo Laranio, Dave Hakopyan, and later, Shavo Odadjian.
Serj Tankian founded his first rockband "Soil" in 1993. Two years later, in 1995, after one supposed jam session recording and one live show, Dave and Domingo left. Shavo (who went on to become the bass player) brought in drummer Andy Khachaturian. The four of them then named themselves System of a Down.
5) Soil is a gardencore band from Olympia, WA.
Something Real
SOiL Lyrics
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Remote control, it's time to set your mind free
Kick up your feet, flippin' the channels
Brotherly love, I'm leadin' by example
You're up all night watchin' late night cinema
Trying' to get your life straight like that Y2K millennium
Cops shows, talk shows, infomercials with a deal
Give 'em up 'cause it's time for somethin' real
You know it's time for somethin' true
Talkin' about somethin' real
The rest is up to me and you
Verse two goes somethin' like this, in a quick smack hurry
Open your eyes 'cause your vision's kinda blurry
Cash rules everything around me
Cream is the money let me tell ya
That's a bunch of bologna
'Cause everything I need the Lord has given me
And everything I have is everything I need
So take time realize how you should feel
And give it up 'cause it's time for somethin' real
Well He's the real deal
He's the reason every season and so you should kneel
And give thanks and then be praisin' Him in every way
And then you'll see that He has loved you from the very day
So listen to what we have to say
About a story that's as real as it gets so take heed
Pay attention 'cause for you and I it's Elohim we need
Our little journey isn't all about this record deal
We're here to tell you that it's time for somethin' real
The lyrics of SOiL's song Something Real convey a powerful message, urging listeners to take a step back from their mundane lives and the frivolities of pop culture and focus on the deeper, more meaningful aspects of life. The song kicks off with a reference to cartoons and TV shows, signaling the singer's desire to push past the superficial and get to something more authentic. He encourages the listener to set their mind free, turn off the distractions, and lead by example. As the song progresses, he stresses that material possessions do not define us, instead encouraging the listener to open their eyes and focus on the blessings they already have.
In the second verse, the lyrics shift to a more spiritual message, emphasizing the importance of faith and gratitude. The singer explains that the Lord has given him everything he needs, and encourages the listener to realize the same. He urges them to take time to feel their emotions and give thanks, rather than chasing after money and possessions. The song ends with a call to action, reminding listeners that their journey in life is about something bigger than chasing after a record deal - it's about finding true meaning and purpose.
Line by Line Meaning
I ain't talkin' about cartoons Saturday morning TV
I'm not referring to childlike and superficial entertainment that is commonly seen on Saturday morning TV
Remote control, it's time to set your mind free
Free your mind from the control of the TV remote
Kick up your feet, flippin' the channels
Relax, take a break, and switch TV channels
Brotherly love, I'm leadin' by example
I'm promoting love and unity by setting a positive example
You're up all night watchin' late night cinema
You are staying up late watching movies and shows
Trying' to get your life straight like that Y2K millennium
You are trying to improve your life and direction as if it was the year 2000, the start of the new millennium
Cops shows, talk shows, infomercials with a deal
You are watching cop shows, talk shows, and commercials offering a product or service
Give 'em up 'cause it's time for somethin' real
Stop watching those shows and commercials, it's time for something genuine and authentic
You know it's time for somethin' true
You understand that it's time for something sincere and honest
Talkin' about somethin' real
I'm referring to something that is authentic and honest
The rest is up to me and you
It's up to both of us to make this change towards authenticity
Verse two goes somethin' like this, in a quick smack hurry
The second verse is delivered quickly and with a sense of urgency
Open your eyes 'cause your vision's kinda blurry
Pay attention and focus, since your vision or sense of purpose may be unclear
Cash rules everything around me
Money is the most dominant force influencing society
Cream is the money let me tell ya
The term 'cream' refers to money, and I'm telling you that money isn't everything
That's a bunch of bologna
That's a meaningless or false statement
'Cause everything I need the Lord has given me
I don't need money to be happy, God provides everything essential in my life
And everything I have is everything I need
I only have what I need in life, and I'm content with that
So take time realize how you should feel
Take a moment to comprehend how you really feel
And give it up 'cause it's time for somethin' real
Let go of materialistic values and embrace authenticity
Well He's the real deal
God is the true and genuine entity
He's the reason every season and so you should kneel
God is the cause and inspiration for every season, and you should kneel in respect and worship
And give thanks and then be praisin' Him in every way
Be grateful for God's many blessings and express reverence in every form
And then you'll see that He has loved you from the very day
God has loved you since the beginning of your existence
So listen to what we have to say
Pay attention to the message we are conveying
About a story that's as real as it gets so take heed
We are telling a genuine story, so listen closely
Pay attention 'cause for you and I it's Elohim we need
Listen carefully because you and I both need God
Our little journey isn't all about this record deal
Our purpose as artists isn't solely focused on a recording contract
We're here to tell you that it's time for somethin' real
Our goal is to convey the importance of authenticity and genuine values
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Tom Schofield, Tim King, Shaun Glass, Ryan McCombs, Adam Zadel
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