Musicians: Yvo Sprey - (guitar, vocals) Vicente Pino - (guitars) Felix Hildenbrand - (bass) Maarten Vinkenoog- (percussion) Marshall Curtly - (drums) Paul van Kessel - (vocals) Roos Jonker - (vocals) Mickey Smid - (keys)
Sanctuary
Super City Lyrics
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I am stationary
Keep it movin'
Keep it, keep it, keep it proven
Keep 'em busy
Building buildings for me
Nice and fancy
Just like he would want me
When everybody
Dies
I'll take 'em for a
Ride
We'll have a party
Way upstairs
I'm sorry buddy
Not enough chairs
Sanctuary (when everybody)
I am stationary (dies)
Keep it movin' (I'll take 'em for a)
Keep it, keep it, keep it proven (ride)
Keep 'em busy (when everybody)
Building buildings for me (dies)
Nice and fancy (I'll take 'em for a)
Just like he would want me (ride)
I, I, I, I, I, I, I, I
Ah
If you please my angel
I could see my name on your
Brand new church
Show my virtue
If you please my angel
I could see my name on your
Brand new wall
Sacred hall
Sanctuary
Bloody Mary
Bloody Mary
Bloody Mary
Keep 'em moving (I'll move you baby)
Keep 'me busy (too busy for ya)
Leave me lonely (and visionary)
One and only holy
Ah
If you please my angel
I could see my name on your
Brand new church
Show my virtue
If you please my angel
I could see my name on your
Brand new wall
Sacred hall
The song "Sanctuary" by Super City is a cryptic and surreal exploration of power, control, and isolation. The lyrics are sung from the perspective of a protagonist who is content to remain stationary and let others do the work for them. The singer revels in the power that comes with having others build buildings for them, and imagines a party in the afterlife where they will be surrounded by the fruits of their minions' labors. However, there is a twist in the last section of the song where the lyrics shift towards a more religious tone with references to "brand new church" and "sacred hall". The repetition of "If you please my angel" suggests that the singer is seeking divine favor or approval.
The use of the phrase "Bloody Mary" is also interesting, as it is often associated with the legend of a ghostly apparition that is summoned by repeating the name three times in a darkened room. This adds to the haunting and ominous tone of the song, as if the singer's thirst for power and control may have supernatural or sinister elements. Overall, the lyrics of "Sanctuary" are deliberately vague and leave a lot of room for interpretation, but the theme of ambition and the allure of power is certainly present throughout.
Line by Line Meaning
Sanctuary
A place of safety and protection
I am stationary
I am not moving or changing
Keep it movin'
Keep things progressing or advancing
Keep it, keep it, keep it proven
Keep doing what works based on past experience
Keep 'em busy
Keep people occupied with tasks
Building buildings for me
Constructing structures for my benefit
Nice and fancy
Elaborate and luxurious
Just like he would want me
In accordance with the wishes of a specific individual
When everybody dies
In the event of everyone's death
I'll take 'em for a ride
I'll lead them to an unknown fate or destination
We'll have a party way upstairs
We will celebrate in an afterlife or higher place
I'm sorry buddy not enough chairs
I regret that I cannot accommodate everyone
If you please my angel
If I can satisfy a higher power
I could see my name on your brand new church
I could see myself being honored with a religious institution
Show my virtue
Display my moral excellence
I could see my name on your brand new wall
I could see myself being celebrated in a prominent place
Sacred hall
A revered place of gathering
Bloody Mary
A reference to a superstition or legend
Keep 'em moving (I'll move you baby)
Keep people active or progressing; I will aid you if necessary
Keep 'me busy (too busy for ya)
Keep people preoccupied and focused; too busy for interference
Leave me lonely (and visionary)
Allow me solitude to cultivate unique ideas and perspectives
One and only holy
The unique and revered one
Writer(s): Super City
Contributed by Peyton E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@thebestnewindie
One of THE Best music videos we have seen in the last 5 years and we watch ALOT! Check out those friggin moves! This band is awesome!!!!!
@chad5381
1. You're songs never seizes to amazing. There is such a unique sound. Everyone needs to hear this.
2. Music videos scream creativity.
3. It would be really cool if I can learn this song.
Keep up the good work my bois.
@supercity5695
Piezano L0rd thanks so much. That means a lot. We’ve got a lot more on the way!
@rebeccasandham9204
I saw them recently and thought they rocked! They were very tight, high energy and the dance moves were a lot of fun.
@NickDelgado
Epic video brothers!
@BoomerLoft
Kick tune...love it!!
@SantosVmusic
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@supercity5695
Santos V. music thanks!!
@gilibertopaparauchas5959
Dig that crude console-like guitar tone, really fits the riff, and the vocal arrangement, really good!!!
Keep it going guys, nice work!!!
@supercity5695
Giliberto Paparauchas thanks so much! That means a lot