Skip the Use is a French band with electro funk, rock and punk influences f… Read Full Bio ↴Skip the Use is a French band with electro funk, rock and punk influences founded in 2008 with musicians from Ronchin, near Lille and made up of Mat Bastard (vocals), Yan Stefani (guitar), Jay Gimenez (bass), Lio Raepsaet (keyboards) and Manamax Catteloin (drums). The band is signed with Polydor and has distribution arrangement with Universal Music.
The five members used to play in punk band Carving. They released their debut eponymous album Skip the Use produced by CALYSTA and NPE. The latter also organized their French tour and other tours in countries such as Canada, Belgium, Germany, Hungary, Lithuania for the promotion of their album recorded in YellowSub studios with Yves Jaget and Manu Guiot member of NPE, and released 5 October 2009. They also took part in a string of music festivals allowing them to gain fame.

In early 2011, they launched a well-followed blog and a single "Give Me Your Life" accompanied by a music video and in October of same year the EP Sound from the Shadow on Polydor with 5 tracks made available on digital download although limited edition CD was made of the EP but available only at live concerts of the band.

In January 2012, they were nominated for "best live group or artist revelation of the year" at Victoires de la musique. "Ghost" launched at French TV entertainment show Taratata accompanied by a choir. This was a prerelease for their album Can Be Late released on 6 February 2012. A limited edition also offered an 8-track of live renditions during a concert at Paris' Moulin Rouge La Machine venue on 27 October 2011.

Darkness Paradise
Skip The Use Lyrics

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Hey brother, I've got something to say...
Life is a game and I've lost a lot, you know that's the way
Behind the smile, I've got to hide the rain inside my eyes
Ho life is so strange no time for revenge
And you know you're inside my head
I'm hurt, will you give me your hand
Life runs too fast, don't deny my demand
Ho behind the smiles, you know I've got to hide the rain in my eyes

Life is so strange, there's no time for revenge

My darkness-paradise...
My darkness-paradise...

Ho I've got nothing to offer
What else can a poor guy do?
Blind this vision of disorder
You know I just wanna be with you
Behind the smile, I've got to hide the rain inside my eyes
Life is so strange, no time for revenge
You're inside my head
Ho Life is a game, I've lost a lot but I'll still play again
Life is so strange, there’s no time for revenge

My darkness-paradise...
My darkness-paradise...

My darkness-paradise...

My darkness-paradise...
My darkness-paradise...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Skip The Use's song "Darkness Paradise" delve into the complexities of life, the struggles we face, and the pains we endure. The song begins with the singer addressing his brother, confessing that he has something to say, which sets the stage for a deep reflection on life. He acknowledges that life is like a game, and he has lost a lot, but he accepts that it is simply the way of life. The singer talks about hiding the pain he feels behind his smile, emphasizing how strange life can be and how there's no time for revenge.

The chorus repeats the phrase, "My darkness-paradise," which seems to suggest that the singer's solace lies in the pain he feels. The lyrics also talk about having nothing to offer and wanting to be with someone, indicating a need for companionship and the desire to connect with others. The song concludes with the singer stating that he'll still play the game of life, even though he has lost a lot.

Overall, "Darkness Paradise" is a song that deals with the challenges of life and the need for companionship and connection in the face of such challenges.

Line by Line Meaning

Hey brother, I've got something to say...
I need to confide something in you

Life is a game and I've lost a lot, you know that's the way
I've experienced a lot of losses in life

Behind the smile, I've got to hide the rain inside my eyes
I conceal my sadness with a smile

Ho life is so strange no time for revenge
Life can be unpredictable and there's no benefit in seeking revenge

And you know you're inside my head
Your thoughts are constantly on my mind

I'm hurt, will you give me your hand
I'm in pain and I need your support

Life runs too fast, don't deny my demand
Life moves too quickly, so please don't refuse my request

Ho behind the smiles, you know I've got to hide the rain in my eyes
I must continue to hide my sadness with a smile

Life is so strange, there's no time for revenge
There's no point in seeking revenge when life is unpredictable

My darkness-paradise...
My world of sadness and struggle

Ho I've got nothing to offer
I have nothing of value to give