Unfinished Thought began as a duo in 2001 in Kalamazoo, MI.
Stacey Nelso… Read Full Bio ↴Unfinished Thought began as a duo in 2001 in Kalamazoo, MI.
Stacey Nelson provides beautiful female vocals [often times with 3 or even 4 part harmonies] which combine with Joe Kiser's unique studio sound of crashing industrial guitars and driving, mechanical rhythms to produce a sound that is truly unique.

They've been compared to Evanescence, Garbage, Kidneythieves, Lacuna Coil and Depeche Mode.

UT's first studio album, "Becoming Aware", was released in December 2002 on Shiverstar Records, UT's own Midwest label.
The album sold slowly via the UT website until Evanescence got a hold of the disc and began playing it in between sets on their world tour with Cold. Album sales sky rocketed and put Unfinished Thought on the musical map.

UT's second studio album, "Based On Actual Events" was released in April, 2004.

On 2005 they released their "Exits EP" on Shiverstar Records.

Sonnet
Unfinished Thought Lyrics

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Because you love me
I can look with quiet faith

Beyond life's lightning flash
And thunder roll

And glimpse the rainbow arch
Like some angelic wraith

While impatient years exact demanding toll

Because you love me
My soul can soar with eagle wings
Above my crowding failures
And disenchanting deed

Explore beyond life's sunset
Where the heavenly choir sings
Climb nobly to the summit
Where love alone can lead

Because you love me
You may still perchance forgive

Young love's towering expectations
Laid now to rest

Those unfulfilled dreams
Which somehow still must live

Cloistered beneath the portals
Of a matron breast

Because you love me
Milestones are like jewels fair
Priceless treasures
From god's sacred vault of time

I thank you for the beauty
And meaning in the life we share

And praise god for the blessing
Of this love sublime

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Unfinished Thought's song Sonnet describe a person's gratitude for the love they have in their life. The first verse speaks of how the love they have received allows them to look beyond the tumultuous aspects of life and see the beauty in things like rainbows. This love gives them a sense of calm and allows them to be patient despite the demands of time. In the second verse, the love they have received allows them to feel confident and soar above their failures. They can explore new horizons and climb higher because of the strength and confidence that love has given them. The final verse expresses a sense of forgiveness and gratitude for the milestones in their life. They see the value in the good times and the bad because it has all led them to this point, where they can share a life with the person they love.

Overall, the lyrics of this song serve as a reminder of the power of love to transform us and help us see the beauty in the world. Love can give us strength, hope, and a sense of purpose. It can also help us forgive and find meaning in even the most difficult times in our lives.

Line by Line Meaning

Because you love me
Your love gives me strength and hope

I can look with quiet faith
I can face challenges calmly and confidently

Beyond life's lightning flash
Beyond life's sudden shocks and surprises

And thunder roll
And thunderclaps of adversity

And glimpse the rainbow arch
And catch glimpses of beauty and hope

Like some angelic wraith
Like a spiritual messenger

While impatient years exact demanding toll
While time demands much of me

My soul can soar with eagle wings
I can transcend my limitations

Above my crowding failures
Above my mistakes and shortcomings

And disenchanting deed
And disillusionment with life

Explore beyond life's sunset
Experience the mysteries of life