These 2 songs are by Pink Floyd. I was never a fan of the band, I guess it’s because I found their music to be too surreal and I never took the time to read their lyrics which are quite poetic. Both my brother and Hubby are big fans so they made me fall in love with 2 of their songs. Today I’ve decided to share these two songs that are very important to me.
“Time” - My hubby has written the lyrics of “Time” for me and I hanged it on my cubic wall at work. it was quite hard to work properly while the following words are hanged above your head: “Ticking away the moments that make up a dull day fritter and waste the hours in an off-hand way....” besides the fact that it made me think about my life I was very moved by this gesture from my hubby, it made me feel closer to him and understand why he lives his life to the fullest every day, he is not afraid of taking risks and I admire him very much for that.
“Wish You Were Here” - My brother has dedicated this song to me. He told me that he attended a funeral yesterday of a 24 years old boy that was killed in a motorcycle accident. He described the boy as someone that embraced the meaning of “living on the edge” and made it his bible. He also told me that this song was written out of longing to someone and specifically to Syd Barrett the original lead singer of the band that had left the band due to a mental breakdown. I dedicate this song back to my brother and my sister,both my music guru’s that are physically far from me but both have a very special corner in my heart.
Time – What’s this song about? The lyrics of the song deal with Roger Waters's realization that life was not about preparing yourself for what happens next, but about grabbing control of your own destiny. (Wikipedia – Time)
Wish You Were Here -What’s this song about? Here is a comment from songfacts website: “Roger Waters has said this song was based on a poem he wrote about Syd Barrett's fall from reality. It was said that Syd's friends would lace his coffee with LSD, which eventually lead to his mental breakdown. “
This song is by Muse. What an awesome band!!! I have a whole lot of respect for these three boys. What an awesome drummer and the Lead Singer Matthew Bellamy Is unbelievably talented!!! My hubby and I went to see their Concert in Brisbane. He got us tickets for the stalls area next to the stage. We enjoyed it so much. One of the best concerts I’ve seen so far. They were definitely worth standing for...
Sounds to me like this song is about an obsessive relationship. He knows she is sucking the life out of him but he still can’t give her up. I had a friend like that, I knew she wasn’t good for me but because she was a childhood friend I wasn’t ready to let go. Anyway she is long gone now. This is another one of my life motto’s, It is better to be surrounded by a just few people that really care and love you than to be around many people that causing you grieve. That’s the reason why I think Facebook is stupid. I don’t understand the purpose of keeping in touch with strangers that you don’t really care about. Anyway each to their own, it’s not my place to judge anyone. I think this is one of their best songs, check it out...
What’s this song about? The song is about the emotion of a person during the last moments of the person's life, which by Bellamy's account can be applied to "society, a relationship, your religion or whatever". (Musewiki website)
This next song is by the Aussie band Grinspoon. They are very cool band and I love this song very much. This album was criticised by many fans in Australia since it was more commercialised and more mainstream music. I think it’s an awesome album.
This song is about the struggle of making it as a Rock n’ Roll band in today’s music industry. The music taste changed completely and it is really hard to get famous playing rock music. Today it’s mostly about the looks and less about the music and most kids are exposed to a really shitty music that focuses on fashion and not on sounds and instruments anymore. I know if I’ll have kids one day , the first thing I’ll do is take out all my records and start feeding them rock in an early age so they won’t be affected by today’s crap called music. Check out this very cool song...
The story behind the album cover: The original cover featured a target range over a classroom with empty desks, which was misinterpreted by some as promoting terrorism. However, the photo had to be changed due to copyright issues as the band had unknowingly only licensed the photo for 5000 copies, as the album had sold many more copies than that. Complaints to Universal Records and Grinspoon about the terrorism misinterpretation and the copyright issues led the artwork to be changed for the re-release. The album was re-released with a changed cover, featuring the band in green. (Wikipedia - New Detention)
This next song is by The Prodigy, They are so cool. They have quite a few masterpieces. My first exposure to The Prodigy was when I was on a holiday resort with my friends back when I was a teenager. There was a jukebox in the food court area close to the beach and I remember we kept putting coins to listen to this new and awesome song called out of space by The Prodigy, we were crazy dancing and other teenagers kept joining us. I’ve wasted all my money on the bloody machine and I had no money left for food! good old times that food didn’t really matter.
I’m guessing this song is about Magic People, Voodoo people but I can be wrong hahaha... I hope you like this song as much as I do ;)
Song Background: The spoken parts ("... the voodoo who do what you don't dare do people...") are taken from "The Shalimar," written and performed by Gylan Kain, one of The Last Poets. The main riff in the song is based on a sample of the Nirvana song "Very Ape" from their third studio album In Utero. (Wikipedia – Voodoo People)
This song is by Placebo, I love this song very much. I also really like the covers that they did for Pixies and Depeche Mode.
This song is probably about a guy that gave up on his friend with his drug addiction, he wants to say goodbye because he know he lost his friend for drugs and nothing is left for him to do , It’s too late. He doesn’t understand why his friend doesn’t appreciate how lucky and talented he is. Sounds like the typical rock star story that wastes his life on drugs. It’s the same concept of “Wasted Time” by Skid Row that was written on Steven Adler former Guns n’ Roses Drummer. If you were wondering about the “Lucky 7’s” – 7 is god according to interpretation of the bible. Not that I know anything about the bible or even interested , I’ve actually learned it from “this monkey’s gone to heaven” by the Pixies ;)
What’s this song about? It is a song that refers to drug addiction, specifically heroin. It contains a phrase of Neil Young's: "The needle and the damage done". (Wikipedia – Placebo)
This next song is by the Kiwi band evermore. The band consists of 3 very talented brothers. The first time I’ve listened to them is when my hubby came back from his first visit in Australia with lots of Aussie bands. I really liked that song and I listened to it all the time until I’ve memorised all the words. It’s an awesome song!!! I can’t believe how young they were, it’s shocking!!!
Sounds to me that this song is about trying to forget a really traumatic experience in your life and move on. I guess everyone has at least one embarrassing moment or some kind of bad memory that will stay with you forever and maybe one day will become a funny story to share with your mates.
BTW – have you noticed the playlist that I’ve added to my blog, I’m going to add many songs to it, hopefully you will find songs that you like. Check out this magical song...
Band’s background & name origin: Evermore consists of brothers Jon, Peter, and Dann. Jon was born in Australia, while Peter and Dann were born in New Zealand. The three were raised and home-schooled in Feilding, Manawatu. The brothers were introduced to music at a young age by their parents, and frequently listened to their record collection. The name "Evermore" was taken from the Led Zeppelin song "The Battle of Evermore" in 1999. Jon says the trio's parents were highly supportive of them taking up music, stating "they always wanted us to do something creative...Nothing was too risky." (Wikipedia – Evermore)
This song is by Goo Goo Dolls. When they have released “Iris” I was really impressed by that song. I’ve decided to buy the album. It’s pretty great, a little bit mushy but sometimes us girls like it. This is a song that I like very much. The lead singer John Rzeznik looks like Keith Urban’s evil twin brother and he has a really cool voice.
Pretty mushy song but I like it! It’s about a guy that trying to save his girlfriend from her drug addiction. He tells her how lucky he is that she chose him from all others and that she is special and deserves to be loved and bla bla bla , told you it’s quite mush but it’s worth listening to, so I hope you enjoy it ...
What’s this song about? This song, according to the band's frontman Johnny Rzeznik, is about a woman with a heroin addiction and how her lover is desperately trying to save her. He has also said that it is about "seeing someone you love that is so great just screw up so bad." Speculation as to the song's subject has included bassist Robby Takac's ex-wife (who overdosed on heroin). Wikipedia - Black Balloon
This song is by The White Stripes. Discovered by my hubby. We spent a lot of time reading Jack White’s thoughts on his website. He is F... amazing!!! He is so talented. He came out with a special riff for his guitar that allows them to play songs without a Bass guitar. I didn’t even noticed that the Bass Guitar is missing, how brilliant is that?!? If you want to get to know him a little bit more then you should watch “It might get loud”, brilliant movie with 3 of the best guitar players ever: Jimmy Page, The Edge and Jack White oh well not the best but pretty close!
I read in sonfacts that this song is a story about a guy coming back to his own hometown after he got really famous. Facing people that gossiping and whispering behind his back all over town and all he wants is to get away from them. I think this story is a metaphor for the gossiping that he and Mag experienced after they got famous. When asked about the relationship between them they always stated that they are siblings but there were constantly rumours about them being married to each other. I say – Who cares, it’s all about the music and nothing else! Check out this magical song...
This song is by Oasis. Their two first albums “definitely maybe” and (what’s the story) morning glory?” Are very good. I’ve enjoyed listening to it back in the 90’s. Other than that – The Gallagher brothers are such assholes!!!
This is such a great love song that emphasise the power of love. When you are in love you feel like there is nothing that you can’t do. You are full of energy and you can overcome any obstacles that get in your way. That’s exactly what this song it about so I hope you enjoy listening to it...
What’s this song about? Arguably the first Oasis love song, Noel wrote it about his girlfriend at the time - Louise Jones and the song was written about their stormy relationship. Noel described them as "soulmates" and when they finally split up in June 1994 Noel said 'I don't think I'll ever get over it.' Slide Away was then written about her. (Wikipedia – Slide Away)
This song is by Darwin Deez. This guy cracks me up and that’s why he gets to be on my blog , you should check out the interview video that I’ve added below , The guy is either high on drugs or just stupid.
I’ve played a role of a “Radar Detector” once or twice in my life. When my hubby and I went on a road trip, he asked me to keep an eye on the speed cameras on our way to our destination. The problem is I’ve only managed to spot the camera straight after we passed it already and that of course was too late, we both agreed that I’m I’m not the best “Radar Detector” in the market, oh well I guess I won’t be applying for a “Radar Detector” Job any time soon ;) Check out the video and listen to the deepest lyrics ever hahahaha....
What’s this song about? Here is a comment from songfacts: Darwin Smith told Gigwise about this song: “A radar detector is a device, Illegal in some provinces that alerts drivers to the presence of police radar in the vicinity. Drivers, in tum, use this information to modulate the speed of their spacecraft, you nawmsayin? I once fell in love with a girl who reminded me of a radar detector in the way that she constantly kept her eye out for my well-being , like a loving machine , and I wrote this song about her.”
