Years active:1998-Present
They have released six albums to date:
Smile Empty Soul (Released: May 27, 2003)
Anxiety (Due in 2005, but delayed until 2010)
Vultures (Released: October 24, 2006)
Consciousness (Released August 25, 2009 by F.O.F/EMI Records).
3's (Released May 22nd, 2012 by eOne Records]
Oblivion (Self-Released May 25, 2018)
Faceless
Smile Empty Soul Lyrics
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Stare at the screen til the videos have driven you to lunacy with visuals
I can't believe you sold, I can't believe you sold out,
Rip your soul out, rip your soul
Would you face me and look into my eyes before you lie straight through your teeth
And may-be you'll pull it off again but you can count me out
Take anyone so they'll never know the Holy Ghost is not in you and never was
I can't believe you sold, I can't believe you sold out, rip your soul out, rip your soul
Would you face me and look into my eyes before you lie straight through your teeth
And may-be you'll pull it off again but you can count me out
Can't believe you sell me out you know we bury all the useless,
We buried all useless everyday
Can't believe you sell me out you know we bury all the useless,
We buried all useless everyday
Would you face me and look into my eyes before you lie straight through your teeth
And may-be you'll pull it off again but you can count me out
It's the tasteless changes to be the one they want.
Faceless, wasted you don't know who you are
The song Faceless by Smile Empty Soul reflects on the feeling of betrayal when someone sells out on their beliefs, values, or authenticity. The lyrics emphasize that the pressure to conform to societal norms and expectations is overwhelming, leading one to lose their identity and soul. The opening lines "God only knows all the side effects of listening to static on the radio" suggest that the constant noise and voices around us can alter our perception and make it challenging to listen to our own voice. The phrase "stare at the screen til the videos have driven you to lunacy with visuals" highlights the hypnotic quality of the media, which can manipulate our thoughts and feed us a one-dimensional image of what we should look, behave, and believe.
The central theme of the song is betrayal, and the artist addresses the person who has "sold out" on themselves. The line "I can't believe you sold, I can't believe you sold out, rip your soul out, rip your soul" expresses the artist's disdain for those who have lost their values and authenticity to fit in. The chorus repeats the line "would you face me and look into my eyes before you lie straight through your teeth," challenging the person to be honest and authentic. The song ends with the powerful line "Faceless, wasted you don't know who you are," emphasizing the pitfalls of conformity and the importance of staying true to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
God only knows all the side affects of listening to static on the radio
The negative consequences of constantly exposing oneself to societal influences that result in brainwashing are beyond our understanding.
Stare at the screen til the videos have driven you to lunacy with visuals
When you immerse yourself in videos, it can lead to mental instability due to the overwhelming visual stimulation.
I can't believe you sold, I can't believe you sold out, Rip your soul out, rip your soul
Betraying oneself for the sake of popularity or success can have disastrous consequences; it feels like you've sold your soul to the devil.
Would you face me and look into my eyes before you lie straight through your teeth
And may-be you'll pull it off again but you can count me out
If you're going to lie to me, at least have the decency to look me in the eye and not expect me to believe it; I'm done playing along.
Look to the sun for the energy you're gonna need while fighting for your legacy
Take anyone so they'll never know the Holy Ghost is not in you and never was
Find the inner strength to fight for your values and what matters to you; pretend to be whatever people want you to be so that they never realize your true self is not aligned with their beliefs.
Can't believe you sell me out you know we bury all the useless,
We buried all useless everyday
It's heartbreaking to be betrayed by someone you trusted, and we try to forget the pain and move on from those who are no longer worth our time.
It's the tasteless changes to be the one they want.
Faceless, wasted you don't know who you are
Changing oneself to fit in with societal expectations may make you lose your true identity and become just another faceless person in the crowd.
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