Guitarist Rick Joyce, vocalist Jeff Diehm, and bassist Peter J. Gorritz rely on many years of working together in the stage and studio combined with a wealth of varied musical styles and influences between them to forge a sound that is solid and consistent yet flexible enough to constantly evolve.
Years of friendship and shared triumphs and tragedies have also helped the 3 principle members keep the band going strong in situations where many would have given up. The rigors and hazards of life on the road, the constant challenge of being an independent rock band in a world of Major Label competition, Pop Divas and American Idol; even the tragic death of longtime drummer Ivan Dominguez have not been able to slow the bands momentum and desire to succeed.
The Last Dance have released 6 full length albums, along with several E.P.s and Limited Edition releases. They have also been featured performers on innumerable compilations released worldwide, including international magazines and Hot Topic exclusives. They have performed exhilarating live shows on stages of all sizes in clubs, halls, and indoor and outdoor festivals throughout North and Latin America and Europe and are expected to be hitting Asia and Australia in the near future.
The Last Dance are also no strangers to the world of visual entertainment. They have had their music featured on MTV's "Made", on ABC news, and they have appeared and performed on the Fox Reality show "The Search For The Next Elvira". They have a video for their single "Once Beautiful", courtesy of acclaimed director Sandy Collora, and are the subject of director Rocky Costanzo's recent DVD documentary "Almost Beautiful", filmed during the recording and subsequent U.S. tour for the "Once Beautiful" album.
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Violet
The Last Dance Lyrics
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Though Violet
could use one now
Maybe there are no heroes
but the kind that cry out, too
Maybe Violet has the answer
she’s been looking for
One day she is happy
something more
Do you know Violet’s name
I only know her face
Maybe there are no Fairytales
Though Violet
could use one now
The opening lines of the song 'Violet' by The Last Dance suggests the possibility that fairy tales may not exist. Even though Violet could use one at this point in her life, it may not be an option for her. This could represent the harsh realities of life where things do not always work out the way we wish them to be. The line "Maybe there are no heroes but the kind that cry out, too," highlights that there are different types of heroes. Not every hero is strong and resilient all the time, sometimes they need help too, hence why they cry out. It can be interpreted as person who has the courage to admit they need help when they need it.
The lyrics also suggest that Violet is searching for answers to her problems. She has experienced happiness, but there is always something more that is missing. It is an indication that sometimes having everything or having what one desired might not bring happiness, as the person might still feel a void. The last few lines "Do you know Violet's name? I only know her face. Maybe there are no Fairytales, though Violet could use one now," suggest that the singer might not have had the chance to know Violet very well or might not have been able to help her. The song is a haunting reminder that life is not always perfect and fairy tales do not always have happy endings.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe there are no Fairytales
There's a possibility that perfect and magical stories don't actually exist.
Though Violet could use one now
Despite the lack of certainty, the character Violet really needs a story that can give her hope and a happy ending.
Maybe there are no heroes
It's possible that there aren't any traditional champions or idols.
but the kind that cry out, too
However, the real heroes are also those who are willing to show their vulnerability and emotions.
Maybe Violet has the answer she’s been looking for
It's possible that Violet has finally found a solution to her problems and questions.
One day she is happy
At times, Violet experiences joy and contentment.
but there’s always something more
However, her happiness is fleeting and there's always something else that she desires or is lacking.
Do you know Violet’s name
The song is questioning if the listener is familiar with the character Violet and her story.
I only know her face
The artist is personally unfamiliar with Violet beyond her physical appearance.
Maybe there are no Fairytales
Reiterated from the beginning, it's still possible that perfect stories aren't real, but Violet still needs one.
Contributed by Gabriella N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
ky0dai
on Wonderlust
This song reflects what many of us felt while growing up - that what everyone else, what the "popular kids" had, was "normal", and that we had left. And the wistful longing we had to be like them, but being trapped inside who we really are - which is someone *not like everyone else*.