History
Forming in 2010, Wille and The Bandits are band from Cornwall, UK taking their inspiration from a variety of artists such as Pearl Jam, Ben Harper and Jimi Hendrix. Additionally, the band have played at festivals such as Glastonbury, Isle of Wight, Greenman, Shambala and Greenbelt. The band was chosen as one of three top unsigned bands in the United Kingdom by the Daily Telegraph. Edwards is sponsored by Anderwood guitars and received his own signature Weissenborn from them.
The band were listed in the top ten must-see bands at Glastonbury 2014 by BBC Radio 1. Both 2014 and 2015 saw Wille and The Bandits headline multiple shows in countries such as Germany, Switzerland, Holland, France, Belgium, Italy, Poland and Austria. The band were invited to perform on the German television show, Rockpalast.
Long serving members Matthew Brooks and Andrew Naumann both left the band at the end of 2019 for personal reasons.
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Retribution
Wille and the Bandits Lyrics
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But were floating like an autumn leaf down the cold steam of lies
I'm not trying to be sentimental but its our mantle to face
As we watch the storms rage and the fires blaze tonight
I'm talking about Retribution
Its come
If we continue to ignore not explore the truth
Hope is stifled with this red tape, and how it's always.. this way
Its come, Its come
I'm talking about Retribution
Its come
Can you feel it, I want to know i'm talking about retribution
I know that we can't use faith, walk away
As the world spins on
The lyrics to Wille and the Bandits's song "Retribution" convey a sense of sinking and floating, of facing challenges and watching chaos unfold. The first two lines, "I'm sinking like an old stone down the bumpy road of time, but we're floating like an autumn leaf down the cold stream of lies," contrast the feeling of being weighed down and struggling with the idea of drifting and being carried away by falsehoods. It suggests a turbulent journey through life.
The song then introduces the theme of facing consequences, referred to as "Retribution." The chorus repeats, "Its come, Its come, I'm talking about Retribution," emphasizing its arrival and importance. It suggests that if we continue to turn a blind eye and avoid seeking the truth, hope will be smothered and progress stifled by bureaucracy and repetitive patterns. The lyrics express a desire to feel and acknowledge this sense of retribution, to confront it and find a way to move forward.
The closing lines, "Can you feel it, I want to know I'm talking about retribution, I know that we can't use faith, walk away, as the world spins on," hint at the understanding that faith alone is not enough to bring about change. Instead, there is a call to action, to face the challenges and hold ourselves accountable as the world continues to evolve.
Overall, "Retribution" explores themes of struggle, facing consequences, and the need for action in the face of adversity. It urges listeners to confront the truth, break through barriers, and strive for positive change.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sinking like an old stone down the bumpy road of time
I feel trapped and weighed down by the challenges and uncertainties of life
But were floating like an autumn leaf down the cold stream of lies
Despite the deceit and falsehoods surrounding us, we still manage to navigate through them like a fragile leaf
I'm not trying to be sentimental but its our mantle to face
I may sound emotional, but it is our responsibility to confront the truth and its consequences
As we watch the storms rage and the fires blaze tonight
We witness the chaos and destruction happening around us
Its come, Its come
Retribution has arrived
I'm talking about Retribution
I am referring to the consequences and justice for our actions
If we continue to ignore not explore the truth
If we persistently avoid facing the reality and refuse to seek the truth
Hope is stifled with this red tape, and how it's always.. this way
Hope gets suppressed due to bureaucratic obstacles and the perpetuation of the current system
Can you feel it, I want to know i'm talking about retribution
Do you sense the impending retribution? I want to ensure you understand its significance
I know that we can't use faith, walk away
I recognize that relying solely on faith won't be enough, we need to take action
As the world spins on
While the world continues to rotate and things unfold
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Written by: JONATHAN MARK BROOKS
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