Thievery Corporation is on the Eighteenth Street Lounge record label named after the DC club owned by Eric Hilton, but several of their singles and EP's appear on the 4AD and !K7 labels.
Formed in the summer of 1995 at D.C.’s Eighteenth Street Lounge. Rob Garza and Lounge co-owner Eric Hilton bonded over club life, dub, bossa nova and jazz records, then decided to see what would come of mixing all these in a recording studio. From this, the duo was born and their self started label Eighteenth Street Lounge Music began to emerge on an international level.
The duo caught the ears of underground DJ’s with their first two 12" offerings, Shaolin Satellite and 2001: a Spliff Odyssey. Their 1997 debut LP, Sounds from the Thievery Hi-Fi began to both define a new genre of electronic music and connect with an international community of like-minded souls. Though the terminology has varied (downtempo, chill out, left field and a myriad of other permutations), they have maintained their unique musical standards for the duration of their popularity.
In 2002, they released The Richest Man in Babylon on their ESL label. This fifteen track album is similar in sound and timbre to their earlier 2000 release, The Mirror Conspiracy, and features performances by vocalists Emiliana Torrini, Pam Bricker, and Loulou.
In 2005 they released The Cosmic Game, which has a darker, more psychedelic sound than The Richest Man in Babylon. The album also featured more high-profile guest singers on it, including Perry Farrell, David Byrne, and Wayne Coyne of The Flaming Lips.
In 2006, the group released Versions, a selection of remixes done by Thievery Corporation for other artists and toured the United States, playing at Lollapalooza.
The group released their fifth studio album, Radio Retaliation, on 23 September 2008.
The language of the group's lyrics are as diverse as English, Spanish, French, Persian, Portuguese, Romanian and Hindi. This reflects the group's global feel and collaborative structure.
They were the opening act on August 1, 2009 for Sir Paul McCartney at FedExField in Landover, Maryland.
On July 27, 2010, Babylon Central, the cinematic directorial debut of founding member Eric Hilton, was released. Set (and shot) in Washington, D.C., the film follows tripwire events in the interconnected lives of its characters, each influencing power brokers' schemes to manipulate international currencies.
In June 2011, Thievery Corporation released their sixth album, Culture of Fear.
In January 2012, Thievery Corporation launched a remixes contest in conjunction with Dubspot.
The Heart's A Lonely Hunter (louie Vega Radio M
Thievery Corporation Lyrics
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The Truth is unspoken, a promise is broken
I'm under surveillance, they know what my name is
I need some protection, some love and affection
There's 1000 reasons, but one is the number
Welcome to my spaceship
She's right here where you left her
And the heart's lonely hunter
Save bottles of water and flour and sugar
Turn off the AC and hang up the bed sheets
Cover up windows, careful where the light goes
Yank out the cable and blow out the candle
Welcome to my spaceship
You're beautiful forever
She's right here where you left her
And the heart's lonely hunter
Perfectly molded almost unfolded
Under the counter well, that is your nature
Drip grind or roasted, buttered or toasted
The greater the db's the higher the AC
Psycho acoustics
Down in the black seats
Stereo nation
Amplification
The brave and the righteous
They're safe in their houses
Now one is just a number
The heart's a lonely hunter
One is the number
Heart is a hunter
One is a number
Heart is a hunter
Welcome to my spaceship
You're beautiful forever
She's right here where you left her
And the heart's lonely hunter
Welcome to my spaceship
You're beautiful forever
She's right here where you left her
And the heart's lonely hunter
The lyrics of "The Heart's A Lonely Hunter" by Thievery Corporation are enigmatic and invite multiple interpretations. It seems to describe the state of being isolated and surveilled, yearning for protection and affection. In this scenario, the heart is the eponymous "lonely hunter" seeking love and connection amidst a bleak and dystopian world. The references to a spaceship and to preparing for an unknown event create an added layer of mystery and sci-fi intrigue. The repetition of the phrase "Welcome to my spaceship, you're beautiful forever" could imply that the only escape from this oppressive reality is through imagination or fantasy.
The line "perfectly molded almost unfolded, under the counter well, that is your nature" is especially puzzling. The juxtaposition of opposing ideas such as perfect and unfolded suggest that something is nearly complete yet has yet to be fully realized. The reference to "under the counter" and "nature" can be interpreted in multiple ways. It could mean the hidden or repressed aspects of oneself, or it could allude to something more sinister such as hidden surveillance or the hoarding of supplies to survive an apocalyptic event.
Line by Line Meaning
The Truth is unspoken, a promise is broken
There are things that are not said, and people break promises.
I'm under surveillance, they know what my name is
I feel like I'm being watched, and those who are doing it know my identity.
I need some protection, some love and affection
I require safety, care, and attention from others.
There's 1000 reasons, but one is the number
There are many factors that contribute to a situation, but ultimately, only one is the most relevant.
Welcome to my spaceship, It's beautiful forever
I invite you to enter my space, which will remain enchanting forever.
She's right here where you left her, And the heart's lonely hunter
The object of my affection is still present, but my heart still feels lonely.
Save bottles of water and flour and sugar
I'm storing resources like water, flour, and sugar for future use.
Turn off the AC and hang up the bed sheets
I'm trying to conserve energy by turning off the air conditioner and drying my bedding on a line.
Cover up windows, careful where the light goes
I'm being cautious with light sources that could potentially reveal my whereabouts.
Yank out the cable and blow out the candle
I'm removing sources of power and light to remain unnoticed.
Perfectly molded almost unfolded, Under the counter well, that is your nature
Something may appear perfect, yet not be complete, as it is natural to have flaws.
Drip grind or roasted, buttered or toasted, The greater the db's the higher the AC
There are many ways to prepare coffee and toast, and the more noise there is, the stronger the air conditioning needs to be.
Psycho acoustics, Down in the black seats, Stereo nation, Amplification
I'm focusing on the psychological and acoustic aspects of sound, immersed in darkness and enjoying stereo music.
The brave and the righteous, They're safe in their houses
Those who are brave and just are secure in their homes.
Now one is just a number, The heart's a lonely hunter
Individuals can feel isolated and unknown, despite being one of many.
Welcome to my spaceship, You're beautiful forever
Once again, I invite you to join me in a stunning environment that will stay that way for an eternity.
One is the number, Heart is a hunter
Loneliness can still be felt even if you're not alone, as the heart is always searching for companionship.
Contributed by Joseph L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@carolinatrazzi1634
"Your hidden knowledge you thought I'd never learn" What a great phrase, I love this song SOOO much!!!
@hansruediglaser
i was last week at the concert in milano. the best ive ever seen!!! from the first song to the last, 100% pure eargasm!!!! they started with the first track of the first album, what a concert!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@SNL0907
I like it , very cool...with a sexy beat.
@Bayplaces
Thievery Corporation is rather consistent at providing a great set. Love it!
@fallen138angel
i like it....pretty cool... thnk u!
@ANDREYLUSS
Hypnotising , with the moments psicho-delic music .................
@polywanacracer
The lyrics and voice.. sexy <3
@MrFinixberlin
knew the song,love it and love the red tuareg?
@Popanzio88
i'm president of the shadow govenrment....
@lordofallusion5862
I hope everyone knows he is talking about Freemasons.