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1) The Feelers is a New Zealand pop-rock band formed in the early 1990s in Christchurch by James Reid (singer/guitarist) and Hamish Gee (drums/guitar), plus Matt Thomas (bass).
2) The Feelers is an American band from Columbus, Ohio, that plays a mixture of garage punk/rock.
1) The Feelers is a New Zealand pop rock band formed in the early 1990s in Christchurch by James Reid (singer/guitarist) and Hamish Gee (drums/guitar). From its formation until 2008, the band consisted of the same members. In 2008, bassist Matt Thomas departed, replaced by Matt Short and shortly after, long-time friend of the band Clint Harris from Opshop joined the band. Andy Lynch, who had played guitar for the band on some previous tours, was added permanently to the line-up in 2006.
The band got a record deal with Warner Music and released their first album, Supersystem, in 1998. It was the second biggest selling album in New Zealand that year.
They later went on to win Album of the Year, Song Writer of the Year (James Reid), Band of the Year, and Producer of the Year (Malcolm Welsford) at the New Zealand Music Awards in 1999.
The band then went into a period of silence until 2001 when their second album Communicate was released. Noted songs from that album include "Communicate", "The Web," and "Fishing for Lisa".
Their 2003 album, Playground Battle, was seen by some as a new direction for the band. Some feel that the band is having difficulty meeting the standards of their first two albums, whilst others view the changes as a sign of the band's musical versatility.
The Feelers have toured extensively around New Zealand, Australia, USA and Europe.
On November 13th 2006, The Feelers released their 4th studio album entitled One World. The album debuted at number one on the New Zealand Album Charts, and also went Platinum in its first week of release.
In 2011, the band released the album Hope Nature Forgives.
2) The Feelers is an American band from Columbus, Ohio, that plays a mixture of garage punk/rock.
Fragile
The Feelers Lyrics
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And it's never felt so right
I've never been a victim before
And I've never been so jealous
Of the fool on the floor
I've managed just to drag him home
I feel pleasently raw
Oh, little world do you want to play?
This crazy world, all my skies gone grey
Oh, pretty girl, please don't melt away
Well I've never witnessed change
Though I always thought I would
I've never been deranged
Though you always thought I was
I've never felt like killing
Cause I never gave a shit
I've never been a victim before
I guess you thought I was him
Well I'm not him
Oh little world do you want to play?
Oh sexy girl do you think you'll stay?
This crazy world, all my skies gone grey
Oh pretty girl please don't melt away
I'll bend and break cause I'm so fragile
Oh little world do you want to play?
Oh sexy girl do you think you'll stay?
This crazy world, all my skies gone grey
Oh pretty girl, please don't melt away
Lightning glances penetrate me
I'd better say my prayers
I'll take my chances in the wind
We'll see who really cares
I've never been a victim
Though you might disagree
I feel now, I'm finally free.
The Feelers' song "Fragile" is a melancholic and introspective exploration of the singer's vulnerability and emotional fragility. The lyrics express feelings of guilt, jealousy, and a sense of being a victim for the first time. The first verse describes the singer's newfound vulnerability, which feels right in some way, despite their guilt. The next verse seems to address a woman, who the singer calls "sexy girl" and "pretty girl," and who they do not want to "melt away." They also reflect on never having witnessed change and never having felt deranged, but being labeled as such by others. In the final verse, the singer acknowledges their fragility and takes their chances in the world, no longer feeling like a victim but rather feeling free.
The song's melancholic tone is enhanced by the slow tempo and the use of sustained and descending guitar riffs. The imagery of a broken, raw, and fragile world, as well as symbols like lightning glances and wind, contribute to the mood. Overall, the song seems to express a profound sense of emotional exhaustion and a desire to be understood and accepted despite one's vulnerabilities.
Line by Line Meaning
I've never felt so guilty
I am experiencing guilt on a level that I have never known before.
And it's never felt so right
Despite this guilt, I feel a sense of satisfaction and pleasure.
I've never been a victim before
I have never been in a situation where I feel helpless or taken advantage of.
And I've never been so jealous of the fool on the floor
I am envious of someone I perceive to have a carefree life or someone who is more free than me.
I've managed just to drag him home
I have succeeded in bringing this individual back to safety or a place where I can control the situation.
I feel pleasantly raw
I feel exposed, vulnerable, and authentic.
Oh, little world do you want to play?
Addressing the world as if it were a child, I wonder if the world is ready to engage with me.
Oh, sexy girl do you think you'll stay?
Addressing a lover, I question their commitment to our relationship.
This crazy world, all my skies gone grey
The world has become chaotic and dark, reflecting my mood.
Oh, pretty girl, please don't melt away
I am afraid of losing the person I care for and need reassurance that they will stay with me.
Well I've never witnessed change
I have not experienced the positive transformation or evolution that I have expected or desired.
Though I always thought I would
Despite this lack of change, I have always believed it was possible.
I've never been deranged
I have never lost touch with reality or been insane.
Though you always thought I was
Others may have a different perception of me or my mental state.
I've never felt like killing
I have not had a desire to harm or take the life of another person.
Cause I never gave a shit
The lack of concern or emotional investment in something or someone has prevented me from experiencing feelings of rage or violence.
I guess you thought I was him
Someone may have mistaken me for another person or misjudged my character or intentions.
Well I'm not him
Asserting that I am not the person someone thinks I am or expects me to be.
I'll bend and break cause I'm so fragile
I am vulnerable and susceptible to harm, making me feel like I may shatter or collapse from the pressure.
Lightning glances penetrate me
I feel like I am being judged or evaluated intensely.
I'd better say my prayers
I feel like I may be in danger or need protection, so I must pray for safety.
I'll take my chances in the wind
I am willing to take risks or face whatever comes my way.
We'll see who really cares
The events that transpire will determine who is truly invested in my well-being and who is not.
Though you might disagree
Despite what others may believe or say, I have not been a victim.
I feel now, I'm finally free
Despite the struggles and challenges I have faced, I feel liberated and empowered to move forward.
Contributed by Charlie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.