In July 2000 they toured Canada as part of YTV's PsychoBlast Tour, supporting Christina Aguilera and also headlining the Canadian tour in 2001. In Fall of 2000 they toured along with Destiny's Child, as support act for Christina Aguilera's "Genie in a Bottle Tour" throughout North America. They were the support act for NSYNC on the Eastern North America dates of Leg 2 of the "No Strings Attached Tour" in 2000.
After promotion and touring for their first album had completed, soulDecision went on a long hiatus which resulted in a big change in line-up. In 2004, Dave Bowman left the band, and three additions took place to the band: James Reid (guitar), Tino Zulfo (bass) and Terepai Richmond (drums). Before the release of their second album, 'Shady Satin Drug', the band claimed that their original line-up was badly influenced by the record company, given a marketing-based image that they didn't agree with.
With the album being released on lead singer Trevor Guthrie's record label, Sextant Records, the band was allowed more artistic freedom over their work. The album subsequently was released in Canada only in October 26, 2004 although it was available for purchase online through their official website. With "Shady Satin Drug", the band moved towards a more upbeat and danceable sound that was more similar to their hit single, "Faded". The band became marketed more as credible musicians rather than as a pop band, as seen by their music video "Kiss The Walls". While the band received major airplay with their single, "Kiss The Walls", the album sales were significantly low only selling 10,000 copies.
Since then, soulDecision have disbanded with lead singer Trevor Guthrie announcing a solo career.
Ain't No Way to Make a Living
SoulDecision Lyrics
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but i write it down another enemy on my list
this job has cut my wrist
things can't get done when you don't exist
you politicians your lack of vision
has made me something that i'm not
so fill our space and take your faith man
you don't know what you got
this ain't no way to make a livin
i get no love from what i've given
and i can see i've got to give again oh no
i'm at the end and i've said enough
i can not give what you've already got no
not this dance again the wheel just spins
this ain't no way to make a livin
this ain't no way to make a livin
it's a fight to get to the top
when i get back some punk sittin in my spot
i don't stand against myself
but sometimes i wish i could be someone else
you're ordinary and stationary
please don't take my life
I'm not religious your words are wicked
you don't know what it's like
this ain't no way to make a livin
i get no love from what i've given
and i can see i've got to give again oh no
i'm at the end and i've said enough
i can not give what you've already got no
not this dance again the wheel just spins
this ain't no way to make a livin
this ain't no way to make a livin
I feel I've done all that i can
i fight the sheets to get out of my bed
but you don't owe me anything no
you don't see what i've become
you can't believe in the things i've done
you don't want to start me up
you still don't see what you got
this ain't no way to make a livin
i get no love from what i've given
and i can see i've got to give again oh (yeah
i'm at the end and i've said enough
i can not give what you've already got no
not this dance again the wheel just spins
this ain't no way to make a livin
this ain't no way to make a livin
this ain't no way to make a livin
this ain't no way to make a livin
this ain't no way to make a livin
this ain't no way to make a livin
The lyrics to "Ain't No Way to Make a Living" express the frustration and disillusionment of someone who feels trapped in a dead-end job. The singer expresses his anger and resentment towards politicians and the system that has failed him by cutting his wrist, a metaphor for the destruction of his passion and purpose. He pleads with those in power to fill the empty spaces in his life and recognize the value of his contribution.
The chorus insists that this is not a sustainable way of living, as he receives no recognition or reward for the effort he puts in. He is tired of the constant struggle to get to the top, only to find that someone else has taken his place. The bridge conveys a sense of hopelessness as he acknowledges that he has done all he can but feels that his efforts are futile.
Overall, the lyrics of this song paint a picture of a person who feels trapped and powerless, desperate for a way out but unable to find one within the current system. It is a call for change and recognition of the value of each individual's contribution to society.
Line by Line Meaning
I could scream stand up with a fist
I feel frustrated and angry with my current situation
But I write it down another enemy on my list
I channel my emotions into writing, but it only adds to my list of problems and enemies
This job has cut my wrist
My job is harming me physically and mentally
Things can't get done when you don't exist
I feel like I am not valued and my efforts go unrecognized
You politicians your lack of vision
Politicians have failed to provide a vision for the future
Has made me something that I'm not
The lack of vision from politicians has negatively impacted my life and made me feel like someone I'm not
So fill our space and take your faith man
Politicians should step up and fulfill their promises and obligations
You don't know what you got
Politicians don't understand the reality of my struggles and frustration
This ain't no way to make a livin
My current situation, both in terms of my job and politics, is not sustainable
I get no love from what I've given
I feel unappreciated and unsupported despite my efforts
And I can see I've got to give again oh no
I feel like I have to keep giving without any promise of reward or recognition
I'm at the end and I've said enough
I am exhausted and feel like I have reached my limit
I can not give what you've already got no
I have nothing left to give, and there is no reciprocation
Not this dance again the wheel just spins
I feel stuck in a cycle that doesn't change or improve
It's a fight to get to the top
Success is difficult and requires significant effort and struggle
When I get back some punk sittin in my spot
My success can be taken away by someone else who is less deserving or capable
I don't stand against myself
I am not my own worst enemy
But sometimes I wish I could be someone else
I feel like life would be easier if I were someone better or more successful
You're ordinary and stationary
Others are complacent and not striving for improvement
Please don't take my life
I am not suicidal, but my job and situation are harming my well-being
I'm not religious your words are wicked
I don't have a specific faith or belief system, but the words of others are harmful and negative
You don't know what it's like
Those who haven't experienced my struggles cannot understand what I am going through
I feel I've done all that I can
I feel like I have given my all and cannot do any better
I fight the sheets to get out of my bed
Getting out of bed in the morning is difficult because I dread my job and situation
But you don't owe me anything no
I am not asking for handouts or undeserved help
You don't see what I've become
Others don't see how my job and situation have negatively affected me and changed me
You can't believe in the things I've done
Others don't recognize or appreciate the effort I have put in
You don't want to start me up
Others don't want to unleash my full potential and drive
You still don't see what you got
Others aren't aware of what they have, and take it for granted
This ain't no way to make a livin
My job and situation are not sustainable and are harming me
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iluvhanson
This is my FAV song from this album, i've been looking for it FOREVER!!!!! THANKS SOOOO MUCH!!! :D
oneozmoz
If you add the name of the guitarist who played and produced this, you'd get a lot more views. NILE RODGERS!