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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Shoot First
The Pineapple Thief Lyrics
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Shoot first you know its gonna hurt
The blood flows for what I'll never know
Your poor heart is tearing us apart
You're a beautiful soul in a beautiful world
But the world was left behind
And I know its so right, and it hurts its so right
You're a beautiful soul in a beautiful world
But a world we've left behind
And I know its so right, and it hurts it so right
It'll hurt till the day we die
Your heart is tearing me apart
Your heart is tearing me apart
The Pineapple Thief's song "Shoot First" is a haunting melody that speaks to a relationship that is tearing apart due to the actions of one partner. The lyrics suggest that one person in the relationship is taking a hostile and antagonistic approach and is causing pain to the other person. The singer laments that the actions of this person are causing his/her heart to be torn apart, saying "your heart is tearing us apart." The singer then notes that the person in question is acting rashly, with little regard for the consequences of their actions, singing "shoot first you know its gonna hurt."
The chorus of the song strikes an even more mournful note, with the singer acknowledging the beauty of the relationship they once shared while knowing that it is now lost. Despite this, the singer finds some solace in the fact that their mutual love still exists, even if it causes pain. The phrase "It'll hurt till the day we die" is a heartbreaking reminder that the pain of losing a relationship can last a lifetime.
Overall, the song is a poignant and emotional meditation on the pain of losing a relationship due to reckless actions. It captures the sense of loss and regret that can accompany a breakup, even when both parties know that it is the right thing to do.
Line by Line Meaning
Your heart is tearing us apart
Your emotions are causing conflict and dividing us
Shoot first you know its gonna hurt
Your impulsive actions will cause pain and damage
The blood flows for what I'll never know
Your rash behavior is leading to consequences you can't fully comprehend
Your poor heart is tearing us apart
Your own inner turmoil is causing harm in our relationships
You're a beautiful soul in a beautiful world
You have a kind and positive personality in a world that can be beautiful
But the world was left behind
You have moved on from what you once considered beautiful and positive
And I know its so right, and it hurts its so right
You know what is best, even if it is painful to accept
It'll hurt till the day we die
The pain of your decisions and actions will linger long after your life ends
Your heart is tearing me apart
Your own emotional struggles are causing personal harm to me
Contributed by Lila N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
afoolishgrin
this whole album is absolutely amazing.
Jorge Molina
Love this song...amazing
iButthurt
The best song of this album!
marijan rugani
Your heart is tearing us apart
Shoot first you know its gonna hurt
The blood flows for what I?ll never know
Your poor heart is tearing us apart
You?re a beautiful soul in a beautiful world
But the world was left behind
And I know its so right, and it hurts its so right
It?ll hurt till the day we die
You?re a beautiful soul in a beautiful world
But a world we?ve left behind
And I know its so right, and it hurts it so right
It?ll hurt till the day we die
Your heart is tearing me apart
Your heart is tearing me apart
roversnest
Luv these guy's.!