Initially a solo outlet for Bruce’s music the first album, Abducting the Unicorn, was released on Cyclops Records in May 1999. The critical plaudits and small but fanatical fan base that grew around the release was enough to convince Bruce that perhaps TPT was here to stay and he returned to the Dining Room studios to work on the second TPT album, 137.
Following the reaction to its release in the spring of 2002 and the growing demand from fans for live shows, Bruce felt the need to expand TPT to a full band. The band consisted of his close musical friends – former university band mate Jon Sykes on bass, Wayne Higgins on guitars, Matt O'Leary on keyboards and Keith Harrison on drums. Wayne and Matt have since left but Steve Kitch (who co-produced and mixed the albums since 10 Stories Down) joined to replace Matt and play the keyboards.
The third album, Variations On A Dream (2004) gave TPT a further boost, reaching out to yet more people all over the world. Three albums followed, 10 Stories Down (2005), Little Man (2006), and limited the run What We Have Sown (2007) which featured re-worked un-released tracks. This was to prove to be the last album released via Cyclops before the band signed to Kscope and released Tightly Unwound. This was followed by The Dawn Raids EPs and 3000 Days, a 2CD re-mixed and re-mastered collection of songs from their ten year history so far.
The band returned in May 2010 with their new album Someone Here Is Missing. This album marked a significant step forward in the maturity of the band’s song writing and earned the band critical acclaim. In April 2011 the Thief were privileged to be invited to cover Pink Floyd's 'Money' by Mojo magazine for their cover CD tribute to the Dark Side of the Moon.
The band will release a new studio album in September 2012.
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Keep Dreaming
The Pineapple Thief Lyrics
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I've seen things that frighten me.
Tell me it's alright.
Tell me, you'll stay with me?
Keep dreaming, your soul is not leaving.
I've been awake all night.
Keep me from shouting out this time.
Stop me from seeing things not meant for me?
The Pineapple Thief's song Keep Dreaming is a poignant explication of a dark and sleepless night. The opening lines "I've been up all night, I've seen things that frighten me" are representative of the sleeplessness, restlessness, and anxiety that often accompanies the night. The singer is overwhelmed by past experiences and emotions which he struggles to shake off. He looks for solace in the form of reassurance that everything will be alright and someone to stay with him, providing him solace and comfort.
As the song progresses, you can feel the sense of desperation as the singer tries to find peace amidst all the mental turmoil. The refrain of "Keep dreaming, your soul is not leaving" could be interpreted as a form of self-help, urging the singer to keep going despite the difficulties he is going through. It is a reminder to hang onto dreams, stay optimistic and not give up on hope. The phrase could also be interpreted as a comforting message to a significant other that their bond will always prevail, even in troubled times.
Overall, Keep Dreaming is a hauntingly beautiful song that epitomizes the struggle of the human soul to find solace and purpose, even in the darkest of times. It offers reassurance and hope by urging the listener to never give up on their dreams and to hold onto the light even in the midst of the darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been up all night.
I couldn't sleep all night and my mind was occupied with thoughts and worries that kept me awake.
I've seen things that frighten me.
My mind is constantly conjuring up terrifying images, and they are causing me distress.
Tell me it's alright.
I need reassurance that everything is going to be okay.
Tell me, you'll stay with me?
I'm feeling vulnerable, and I need someone to be with me and provide comfort and support.
Keep dreaming, your soul is not leaving.
Don't worry, you're safe, there's no reason to be afraid or feel like you're leaving this world.
I've been awake all night.
I couldn't fall asleep no matter how hard I tried.
Hoping you'll frighten me.
I'm so desperate for an escape from my thoughts that the idea of even being frightened is preferable.
Keep me from shouting out this time.
I don't want to lose control and start screaming due to the overwhelming emotions I'm experiencing.
Stop me from seeing things not meant for me?
I'm scared of seeing or experiencing things that are beyond my comprehension or meant for someone else.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BRUCE SOORD
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