Their debut album Checkmate Savage was released on 26th January 2009 on Chemikal Underground Records, the follow up came out on 18th October 2010 and their 3rd album on May 30 2014 and are touring October 2014
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Island
The Phantom Band Lyrics
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To the island shore
Oh my tears crossed an ocean wide
Blinded by the tide and failed
In her arms saw the light come down
And the world around trembled
I cried out, but there was answer none
All revelated as one, I knew
Too depressed I stood there, forlorn
Two grey storms cast the darkness down
From Columbus crown, to the shore
Used dark rhyme shared to spread up high
Cast the shadows by, waking eyes
Raw flesh torn from the wildest love
From the purest love, ever all
We will watch as they warm
Tree safe heights our shleter
All we know will fall in rain
And our morning will come
Dance on all things undone
In their furious naked ways
And the sand on your back
Long I′ve waiting for that
Take it with you when you go
Lord I swam to the island shore
To the island shore
Our eyes fulfil the sea and more, and we'll lay on it′s floor, so well
Two grey storms sang the island song
What's revealed as one, we knew
Raw flesh torn from the wildest love
From the purest love, ever all
The lyrics to The Phantom Band's song Island seem to allude to the idea of struggling with personal demons and/or the process of letting go. The lyrics mention swimming to an island shore, which could symbolize attempting to navigate the difficult journey towards inner peace or clarity. The singer talks about being blinded by the tide and failing, which seems to represent a sense of defeat, but then sees a light and trembles because of what it represents. The lyrics mention being unable to find an answer, but having a revelation that unites all aspects of the song. Then there is an indication that despite swimming to the island, the singer is still feeling depressed and forlorn. In the next verse, there is reference to dark rhymes being shared, which suggests that there is some sort of camaraderie with others who are also dealing with personal demons. The lyrics continue to talk about love, and mention that the purest type of love can also cause pain.
Overall, the lyrics seem to suggest that the journey towards self-acceptance and inner peace can be difficult and may require a great deal of emotional pain. The idea of swimming to the island shore suggests that the process is long and arduous, and that there may be pitfalls along the way. The use of vivid imagery, such as being blinded by the tide and seeing a light, helps to create a sense of urgency and drama in the song. The use of repetition, such as the repeated mention of the island shore, adds a sense of longing and yearning to the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Shall I swim to the island shore
Should I brave the waters and make it to the island's tranquil beach?
To the island shore
Embarking on a journey towards an idyllic place of solace.
Oh my tears crossed an ocean wide
My intense sadness and grief travelled across vast waters to a faraway land.
Blinded by the tide and failed
Blinded by a wave of emotions and overcome with failure.
In her arms saw the light come down
Both figuratively and literally, I saw the light emanating from her arms as I lay there.
And the world around trembled
All that surrounded me shook and quaked with intense emotion.
I cried out, but there was answer none
My cries went unanswered and I was left alone with my thoughts and pain.
All revelated as one, I knew
All became clear at once and I finally understood.
Lord I swam to the island with
With a great effort, I made my way to the island and its refuge.
Too depressed I stood there, forlorn
Sinking in depression, I remained standing in solitude, feeling abandoned.
Two grey storms cast the darkness down
Two harrowing events brought darkness upon me and my surroundings.
From Columbus crown, to the shore
From the peak of greatness to the depths of despair.
Used dark rhyme shared to spread up high
Communicating through dark language, hoping to be heard from above.
Cast the shadows by, waking eyes
The shadows of doubt and fear remained, even after opening my eyes.
Raw flesh torn from the wildest love
Self-inflicted pain from the most passionate of loves.
From the purest love, ever all
From a love that was pure and untainted.
We will watch as they warm
We will observe as everything warms and blooms before us.
Tree safe heights our shelter
Taking safety and refuge in the tall trees surrounding us.
All we know will fall in rain
Everything we are familiar with will fall like raindrops.
And our morning will come
A new day will come and bring with it hope and enlightenment.
Dance on all things undone
Celebrate the things that were left incomplete.
In their furious naked ways
With wild and unrestrained behavior.
And the sand on your back
Lying down on a sandy shore with the sun on your back.
Long I've waited for that
This is something I have yearned for, for a long time.
Take it with you when you go
Leave this place with the memory of this moment.
Our eyes fulfill the sea and more, and we'll lay on its floor, so well
We will bask in the beauty of the ocean and its vastness and find comfort in its embrace.
Two grey storms sang the island song
The two storms sang a melody that is uniquely that of the island.
What's revealed as one, we knew
Finally seeing the big picture brought clarity to our understanding.
Raw flesh torn from the wildest love, from the purest love, ever all
The physical and emotional pain of love, both intense and untainted.
Writer(s): Anthony Richard Michael, Hart Gerard Thomas, Marquiss Duncan, Sinclair Greg, Tonner Damien Christopher, Wake Andrew Thomas
Contributed by Nolan V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@W1Kilo
I'll try to decipher the lyrics
Island - The Phantom Band
Shall I swim to the island shore
To the island shore
Noire tears crossed an ocean wide
Blinded by the tide and fell
In her arms saw the light come down
And the world around trembled
I cried out, but there was answer none
All revealed as one, I knew
Lord I swam to the island with
Juniper stood there, forlorn
Two grey storms cast the darkness down
From the loveless crown, to the shore
Used dark rhyme shared to spread up high
Cast the shadows by, waking eyes
Raw flesh torn from the wildest love
From the purest love, ever all
We will watch as they warm
Tree safe heights our shelter
All we know will fall in rain
And our morning will come
Dance on all things undone
In their furious naked ways
And the sand on your back
Long I waited for that
Take it with you when you go
Lord I swam to the island shore
To the island shore
Our eyes fall fill the sea and more
Weeping on this floor, so well
Two grey storms sang the island song
What's revealed as one, we knew
Raw flesh torn from the wildest love
From the purest love, ever all
NOTE: I'm sure I got some of it wrong, but I feel it's close.
@marshalluswallace
This song gives me peace of mind and for that I am grateful.
@noiseovshadow
How come this song makes you smile...unherd of these days...pure class
@DerOgraf
best song 2009 .. so far
@W1Kilo
I'll try to decipher the lyrics
Island - The Phantom Band
Shall I swim to the island shore
To the island shore
Noire tears crossed an ocean wide
Blinded by the tide and fell
In her arms saw the light come down
And the world around trembled
I cried out, but there was answer none
All revealed as one, I knew
Lord I swam to the island with
Juniper stood there, forlorn
Two grey storms cast the darkness down
From the loveless crown, to the shore
Used dark rhyme shared to spread up high
Cast the shadows by, waking eyes
Raw flesh torn from the wildest love
From the purest love, ever all
We will watch as they warm
Tree safe heights our shelter
All we know will fall in rain
And our morning will come
Dance on all things undone
In their furious naked ways
And the sand on your back
Long I waited for that
Take it with you when you go
Lord I swam to the island shore
To the island shore
Our eyes fall fill the sea and more
Weeping on this floor, so well
Two grey storms sang the island song
What's revealed as one, we knew
Raw flesh torn from the wildest love
From the purest love, ever all
NOTE: I'm sure I got some of it wrong, but I feel it's close.
@ronswansonsnightmare
simply one of the best songs nobody has ever heard
@christineross14
Perfect little song ... I bought the album and used to play to an international English class they loved it too
@samyolartte28
Hi, can you write the correct lyrics of the song? I can't speak English very well and I'd love to know the meaning of the song, please
@CaraFara
wonderful
@breannalulu
These guys are amazing!
@kayanina
@noiseovshadow Smile.. or cry because of it's beauty..