A couple of high-profile festival performances in 2000 (including a slot at that years chaotic Wave-Gotik-Treffen) preceeded their second album 'Paradox' in 2001, with their first performances in the USA later that year. The 2002 remix collection 'Final Assault' would be their final release on Machinenwelt, moving to Out of Line for 2003's 'Advance Into Unknown'. A tour with Icon of Coil followed a year later, with Solitary Experiments 4th studio album 'Cause and Effect' released in September 2005.
The Line-Up
* Michael Thielemann - Sampling, Programming, Keyboards, Engineering and Recording
* Dennis Schober - Lyrics, Vocals, Effects
* Steve Graeber - Keyboards, Programming, Sampling
The band briefly used a female backing vocalist (Dana Apitz) when they first formed, but she left in 1998.
Epiphany
Solitary Experiments Lyrics
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Always tried and failed their way
Never put off till tomorrow
What you can do still today
As you walk along, you wonder
What to do to make things right?
Every time you ask, I answer
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
Show me how to leave a mark
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
That's just what it's all about
All efforts to solve the problem
Always led to poor results
Never try to change somebody
Just because it fits your goals
Every mistake makes you stronger
Self-awareness paves your way
Look ahead into your future
See the light and praise the day!
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
Show me how to leave a mark
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
That's just what it's all about
Don't be ashamed of what you are
Just be yourself it's all that matters
Dont be afraid of who you are
But always walk ahead with pride...
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
Show me how to leave a mark
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
That's just what it's all about
The lyrics to Solitary Experiments' "Epiphany" are a call to action, urging the listener to take charge of their life and make their mark on the world. The first verse addresses the tendency to procrastinate, emphasizing the importance of not putting off opportunities that come our way. The second verse speaks to the futility of trying to control others to meet our own ends, reminding us that self-awareness and personal growth are the only ways to achieve lasting success. The chorus is a rallying cry, urging us to embrace our true selves and shine our light as brightly as possible.
Throughout the song, there is a theme of balance - finding the sweet spot between rest and action, between individuality and community. The lyrics suggest that our journey to find balance is ongoing, and that it is through mistakes and self-discovery that we grow stronger and wiser.
While the song is uplifting and motivational on its own, it is also interesting to note that it was released as part of a larger concept album called "Phenomena". The album tells the story of a man named David who wakes up in a futuristic world with no memory of who he is or how he got there. Each song on the album represents a different chapter in David's journey of self-discovery, and "Epiphany" comes near the end of the album as David realizes his true identity.
Overall, "Epiphany" is an inspiring track that encourages listeners to embrace their true selves and strive for balance and personal growth in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
All attempts to end in sorrow
No matter how hard you try, all your endeavors end up in disappointment
Always tried and failed their way
You may attempt things over and over, but they will never lead to success
Never put off till tomorrow
Don't delay taking action, do it now and don't procrastinate
What you can do still today
Whatever you are capable of doing right now is all that matters
As you walk along, you wonder
While journeying through life, you contemplate what to do next
What to do to make things right?
You ponder on how to improve your current situation
Every time you ask, I answer
Whenever you seek guidance, I will provide an answer
Try to get the balance right
Strive for equilibrium and harmony in all aspects of life
Turn the light on for the showdown
Illuminate the situation and confront your challenges head-on
Give me something pure in heart
Provide something genuine and authentic from your soul
Bring the night on before our time's gone
Enjoy life to the fullest before the opportunity is lost forever
Show me how to leave a mark
Teach me how to make a lasting impression in this world
That's just what it's all about
Ultimately, this is the essence and purpose of life
All efforts to solve the problem
Regardless of your attempts, your efforts to resolve the issue will be fruitless
Always led to poor results
Your endeavors in solving the problem never end well
Never try to change somebody
Don't attempt to modify someone's personality just to suit your own desires
Just because it fits your goals
Making alterations to someone's character just to benefit yourself is not the right thing to do
Every mistake makes you stronger
Learning from your mistakes makes you more resilient and capable of tackling future challenges
Self-awareness paves your way
Recognizing your strengths and weaknesses and working on them is key to achieving your goals
Look ahead into your future
Focus on what you want to achieve in the long term
See the light and praise the day!
Appreciate every moment and celebrate your accomplishments
Don't be ashamed of what you are
Embrace your true self and be proud of who you are
Just be yourself it's all that matters
Being true to yourself is the most important thing in life
Don't be afraid of who you are
Don't let fear hold you back from expressing yourself
But always walk ahead with pride...
Always move forward with confidence and self-assurance
Writer(s): Dennis Schober, Michael Thielemann
Contributed by Maria J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@pitbohl
Lyrics:
All attempts to end in sorrow
Always tried and failed their way
Never put off till tomorrow
What you can do still today
As you walk along, you wonder
What to do to make things right?
Every time you ask, I answer
Try to get the balance right
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
Show me how to leave a mark
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
That's just what it's all about
All efforts to solve the problem
Always led to poor results
Never try to change somebody
Just because it fits your goals
Every mistake makes you stronger
Self-awareness paves your way
Look ahead into your future
See the light and praise the day!
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
Show me how to leave a mark
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
That's just what it's all about
Don't be ashamed of what you are
Just be yourself it's all that matters
Dont be afraid of who you are
But always walk ahead with pride...
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
Show me how to leave a mark
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
That's just what it's all about
Thank me later :)
@Longhorn6595
It's like a cross between And One and VNV Nation... this is amazing.
@GotoMaki4Micah
Germans always have the BEST electronic music. So many bands I like, that I didn't know where German because they mostly sing in English.
@user-ie7rq7hw9l
Русские всегда знают, где Немец поет на английском! Они даже путают, где Английский, где Немецкий. Спасибо, цивилизация, что Вы есть. Спасибо Немцам за Синт-поп!
@chriswhite2151
There are a lot of good ones. I like Blutengel, Mono Inc, Chrom, etc.
@minamontoya1586
Totally agree with you!
@dmitrypolyakov9883
@@chriswhite2151My favorite bands😊
@dmitrypolyakov9883
@@chriswhite2151 recommends you. Mental discipline - over horizon
@industrialxsurgeon
I can't even begin to describe how beautiful this song is and how much truth this song holds.
@pitbohl
Lyrics:
All attempts to end in sorrow
Always tried and failed their way
Never put off till tomorrow
What you can do still today
As you walk along, you wonder
What to do to make things right?
Every time you ask, I answer
Try to get the balance right
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
Show me how to leave a mark
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
That's just what it's all about
All efforts to solve the problem
Always led to poor results
Never try to change somebody
Just because it fits your goals
Every mistake makes you stronger
Self-awareness paves your way
Look ahead into your future
See the light and praise the day!
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
Show me how to leave a mark
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
That's just what it's all about
Don't be ashamed of what you are
Just be yourself it's all that matters
Dont be afraid of who you are
But always walk ahead with pride...
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
Show me how to leave a mark
Turn the light on for the showdown
Give me something pure in heart
Bring the night on before our time's gone
That's just what it's all about
Thank me later :)
@HowieHellbent
Love the song, Love the band, Love the video, Love the girl! Perfection!