Wilson is self-taught as a producer, audio engineer, multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter. Under his own name, he has released the albums Insurgentes (2008), Grace for Drowning (2011), The Raven That Refused to Sing (and Other Stories) (2013), Hand. Cannot. Erase. (2015), To the Bone (2017), and The Future Bites (2021). He also released a EP, 4 ½ (2016), as well as a series of singles titled Cover Version (released online between 2003 and 2010; released worldwide as a compilation in 2014). His other solo projects can also be found attributed to monikers of his, such as Bass Communion and Incredible Expanding Mindfuck.
He is perhaps best known as the frontman for progressive rock band, Porcupine Tree, for whom he was the sole member during the 1980s and early 1990s. His projects are numerous however, including collaboration with Aviv Geffen as Blackfield; a long-running partnership with Tim Bowness, known as No-Man; teaming up with Dirk Serries in Continuum; as well as a joint album with Opeth's frontman, Mikael Åkerfeldt in Storm Corrosion.
Wilson employs synthesizers and programmed music along with live instruments to create a unique atmosphere for each song he works on, including otherwise-simple pop tunes. In addition to his prolific musical output, Steven has crafted a reputation for the high production quality of his music, and has undertaken production duties with such high-profile artists as Opeth, Dream Theater, Jim Matheos of Fates Warning, Anathema, Orphaned Land, Marillion, Fish, Pendulum, Yoko Ono, and friend Robert Fripp. He is also part way through remixing the albums of King Crimson and other classic artists' back catalogues into surround sound and new stereo mixes.
Pariah
Steven Wilson Lyrics
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Tired of my feet of clay
I'm tired of days to come
I'm tired of yesterday
And all the worn out things that I ever said
Now it's much too late
The words stay in my head
Take comfort from me
It's up to you now
You're still here and you'll dig in again
That's comfort to you
It's up to you now
So pariah you'll begin again
Take comfort from me
And I will take comfort from you
I'm tired of Facebook
Tired of my failing health
I'm tired of everyone
And that includes myself
Well being alone now
It doesn't bother me
But not knowing if you are
That's been hell you see
So the day will begin again
Take comfort from me
It's up to you now
You're still here
And you'll dig in again
That's comfort to you
It's up to you now
So pariah you'll begin again
Take comfort from me
It will take time
Don't you worry
Don't worry about a thing
'Cause nothing really dies
Nothing really ends
The lyrics to Steven Wilson's song Pariah convey the feeling of weariness and disillusionment with life, as the singer expresses a deep exhaustion with both his past and potential future. He is tired of his own weaknesses and mistakes, as well as the prospect of facing new challenges and uncertainties. He finds some solace in the idea of starting again, but acknowledges that it will take time and effort to do so. His sense of isolation and disconnection is palpable, as he reflects on the superficiality of social media and his own health issues. Ultimately, he finds a source of comfort in another person, and accepts that even though nothing really ends, it takes work to move forward.
The repeated refrain of "It's up to you now" suggests a sense of empowerment and agency, as the singer encourages himself and others to take control of their circumstances and reactions. The use of the word "pariah" hints at a feeling of being outcast or rejected, but also implies the possibility of breaking free from that label and creating something new. Wilson's lyrics are introspective and melancholic, but also offer a glimmer of hope and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm tired of weakness
I'm fed up with being frail.
Tired of my feet of clay
I'm tired of being human and making mistakes.
I'm tired of days to come
I'm exhausted before the day even starts.
I'm tired of yesterday
I'm worn out from reliving the past.
And all the worn out things that I ever said
I'm done with repeating the same things over and over again.
Now it's much too late
I've missed my chance to do something different or meaningful.
The words stay in my head
I can't get rid of the memories and what I should have done differently.
So the day will begin again
A new day will start over again.
Take comfort from me
Find solace in me.
It's up to you now
The choice is yours.
You're still here and you'll dig in again
Don't give up; you'll move forward again.
That's comfort to you
This gives you peace.
So pariah you'll begin again
You'll start over again.
It will take time
It won't happen instantly; it's a process.
I'm tired of Facebook
I'm sick of social media.
Tired of my failing health
I'm tired of my deteriorating wellbeing.
I'm tired of everyone
I'm tired of people in general.
And that includes myself
I'm even fed up with myself.
Well being alone now
Being alone doesn't bother me anymore.
It doesn't bother me
I'm not affected negatively.
But not knowing if you are
What bothers me is not knowing how you feel.
That's been hell you see
It's been devastating to me.
Don't you worry
Don't fret.
Don't worry about a thing
There's nothing to fret over.
'Cause nothing really dies
Things never truly disappear.
Nothing really ends
Things never really conclusively stop.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: STEVEN JOHN WILSON
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@ArturoDavidXoticaPuebla
I'm tired of weakness
Tired of my feet of clay
I'm tired of days to come
I'm tired of yesterday
And all the worn out things that I ever said
Now it's much too late
The words stay in my head
So the day will begin again
Take comfort from me
It's up to you now
You're still here and you'll dig in again
That's comfort to you
It's up to you now
So pariah you'll begin again
Take comfort from me
And I will take comfort from you
I'm tired of Facebook
Tired of my failing health
I'm tired of everyone
And that includes myself
Well being alone now
It doesn't bother me
But not knowing if you are
That's been hell you see
So the day will begin again
Take comfort from me
It's up to you now
You're still here
And you'll dig in again
That's comfort to you
It's up to you now
So pariah you'll begin again
Take comfort from me
It will take time
Don't you worry
Don't worry about a thing
'Cause nothing really dies
Nothing really ends
@kreiontresadenn5633
Lyrics :
I'm tired of weakness
Tired of my feet of clay
I'm tired of days to come
I'm tired of yesterday
And all the worn-out
Things that I ever said
Now it's much too late
The words stay in my head
So the day will begin again
Take comfort from me
It's up to you now
You're still here and
You'll dig in again
That's comfort to you
It's up to you now
So Pariah, you'll begin again
Take comfort from me
And I will take comfort from you
I'm tired of Facebook
Tired of my failing health
I'm tired of everyone
And that includes myself
Well being alone now
It doesn't bother me
But not knowing if you are
Well that's been Hell, you see
So the day will begin again
Take comfort from me
It's up to you now
You're still here and
You'll dig in again
That's comfort to you
It's up to you now
So Pariah, you'll begin again
Take comfort from me
It will take time
Don't you worry
Don't worry about a thing
'cause nothing really dies
Nothing really ends.
@WizarD64K
CHORDS: A while ago I started to play this wonderful song with the guitar and I think the chords are these, but I'm not sure that the "E" chord in quotes is correct, but I have not been able to find out ... I'm sorry.
A
I'm tired of weakness
F#m
Tired of my feet of clay
E
I'm tired of days to come
D
I'm tired of yesterday
A
And all the worn-out
F#m
Things that I ever said
E
Now it's much too late
D Dm
The words stay in my head
E F#m
So the day will begin again
C#m
Take comfort from me
D
It's up to you now
E
You're still here and
F#m
You'll dig in again
C#m
That's comfort to you
D
It's up to you now
E F#m
So Pariah, you'll begin again
C#m
Take comfort from me
G F#m E
And I will take comfort from you
I'm tired of Facebook
Tired of my failing health
I'm tired of everyone
And that includes myself
Well being alone now
It doesn't bother me
But not knowing if you are
Well that's been Hell, you see
So the day will begin again
Take comfort from me
It's up to you now
You're still here and
You'll dig in again
That's comfort to you
It's up to you now
So Pariah, you'll begin again
Take comfort from me
It will take time
Don't you worry
Don't worry about a thing
'cause nothing really dies
Nothing really ends.
@siddheshpujari9140
Steven Wilson is a gift to humanity.
@christopherp.hitchens3902
While Ninet Tayeb...less so. My goodness...to foist her on us is curiously needless.
@ChrisChaquay
@@christopherp.hitchens3902 Are you trolling, what.
@andrewjones7699
@@christopherp.hitchens3902, what didn't you like about it? I thought her performance was a beautiful addition and counterpoint to Steven's perspective.
@christopherp.hitchens3902
@@andrewjones7699 — Steve’s musical genius stands all on its own. I am always rather perplexed when I sign up for one particular talent… and I get another. Like having to take Yoko Ono in order to have John Lennon. Or, if you want David Gilmour…you have to take his wife, Polly Samson! What is this nonsense? I’m a journalist…and if I turned over the creative process to my wife…I’d lose my career the next day.
I suspect what’s really going on is that Wilson is farming out some of the work to others, while he keeps himself busy remixing and doing just about EVERYTHING ELSE in the world of technology. He is an amazing human being.
I would love to one day share a dinner with him and have a long talk about music. Ninet Tayeb? No thanks!
@shinjansarangi9120
100000%
@montescotten8723
I first heard this song back in 2017. In 2016 I developed end stage renal disease. In 2017 I was diagnosed with bladder cancer. I was in dialysis when I first heard this song. I couldn't help but break down. The best part of my life was getting to see Steve Wilson live. Such a cathartic experience.
@larakern9879
Hello, not wanting to be nosey, but how are you now? I hope you are better now, I am keeping you in my prayers.
@Deathworg1
Hi I wanna know if you’re okay too
@tonyburton419
😒