In Spring of 2002, Z Prochek got signed by Prototyp, the sublabel of Memento Materia and a few months later they released the "In My Mind" EP. The following Fall, the debut album "Intravenous" was released and became a huge success and entered first place in the German Alternative Charts (DAC) for 8 weeks.
Vocalist Johan decided to leave the band after the release, so all offers regarding future gigs and events had to be turned down. But this wouldn't be the end of Z Prochek in any way. Martin now had the time to develop the Z Prochek sound and find a replacement for Johan.
In March of 2003, Martin came in contact with singer/composer Markus Bustad. Markus became the new singer of Z Prochek, and later the album "Viewers" was released in 2004. 30 release parties were held in Germany and the album entered number six in the DAC. 2005 was mainly spent touring in places such as Sweden, Norway, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Russia.
In 2006, the "One Day" single was released as part of the "Dynamo Vol. 1" compilation (alongside singles from Code 64, Michigan, and Backlash).
Words
Z Prochek Lyrics
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You will see my hole
Come on take me as I am
I will take you
I am the feelings that I feel
Chorus:
The darkness in my hands is bound
To keep it all inside
The lyrics of Z Prochek's song "Words" are deep and introspective. The repeated invitation to "come on taste me as I am" is a powerful statement of self-acceptance. The person is unapologetic about who they are, and rather than change to fit someone else's expectations, the invitation is for the other person to accept them as they are. The line "you will see my hole" is a vulnerable admission of the person's flaws and imperfections, with the expectation that the other person will still appreciate them. The chorus speaks to the struggle of keeping one's emotions hidden, as the "darkness in my hands is bound to the fate which I've been chosen for." This is a poignant reflection on the idea that some people are predisposed to certain struggles or challenges, and despite their efforts to keep them hidden, they will always be a part of who they are.
Overall, "Words" is a beautifully crafted song that speaks to the universal human experience of wanting to be accepted for who we are. It encourages listeners to embrace their imperfections and to recognize that our struggles are a part of what makes us who we are. The lyrics are powerful and deeply emotive, and the haunting melody serves to underscore the song's themes of self-acceptance and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on taste me as I am
Accept me for who I truly am, without judgment or expectations.
You will see my hole
You will witness my vulnerabilities and flaws.
Come on take me as I am
Accept me not only emotionally, but also physically and intimately.
I will take you
I am willing to reciprocate and take you as you are, flaws and all.
I am the feelings that I feel
I am solely defined by my emotions and the way they make me feel.
Chorus:
Repeating section, no further meaning.
The darkness in my hands is bound
The negative aspects or experiences I hold are inescapable and constricting.
To the fate which I’ve been chosen for
I am resigned to the predetermined path I have been given.
To keep it all inside
I must bottle up my emotions and not express them fully.
Contributed by Jacob A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.