The band initially existed as a trio consisting of Halstead, Goswell, and McCutcheon (hence the "3" in their name). After Slowdive were dropped by Creation Records, the trio decided to change musical direction to a country rock or folk music style, and were signed by 4AD. Rowe (formerly of Chapterhouse) and Forrester joined shortly after the release of their first album.
Both Halstead (the main songwriter for the band) and Goswell have released solo albums, also for 4AD. McCutcheon founded and is currently playing with his band called The Loose Salute who are signed to Heavenly Records.
The band went on hiatus in 2008, but returned to playing live gigs in 2011, including a handful of concerts supporting Band of Horses.
With Slowdive returning to live performances in 2014, Mojave 3 has been put on indefinite hiatus.
Love Songs on the Radio
Mojave 3 Lyrics
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When she walks across the room
She shines tonight her golden light
Is everything I need
Lovers all around her
She wears them like her jewels
My friend said she's all he needs
To feel alive
Love songs on the radio
Your sweetheart lies in bed
She's dreaming of the things he said
She's hoping that it's meant
The lyrics of Mojave 3's Love Songs on the Radio describe a woman who catches the attention of the singer just by walking across the room. She has an angelic presence that shines like a golden light, and the singer feels like he has everything he needs just by looking at her. However, he is aware that he is not the only one who is attracted to her. There are other lovers all around her who see her as their precious jewel, and the singer's friend is one of them. The singer cannot help but feel a twinge of jealousy, but he knows that his friend thinks she is all he needs to feel alive.
The second verse of the song expands on the theme of love and longing. The singer describes a woman who is lying in bed listening to love songs on the radio. She is dreaming of the things her sweetheart said to her, hoping that they are true. The lyrics suggest that love can be both beautiful and painful, and that it can inspire both joy and jealousy.
Overall, Love Songs on the Radio is a song that captures the complex emotions that come with love and attraction. The lyrics describe a woman who is both desirable and unattainable, and the singer's conflicting feelings reflect the many challenges that come with romantic relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
She looks just like an angel
Her beauty is heavenly and divine
When she walks across the room
Her grace and poise are captivating
She shines tonight her golden light
Her radiance and glow are magnetic
Is everything I need
Her presence is enough to fulfill me
Lovers all around her
Others are drawn to her romantic energy
She wears them like her jewels
She values and cherishes her relationships
My friend said she's all he needs
He finds everything he desires in her
To feel alive
She brings vitality and excitement to his life
Love songs on the radio
Romantic music fills the air
Your sweetheart lies in bed
Your loved one is resting peacefully
She's dreaming of the things he said
She's imagining sweet words from her partner
She's hoping that it's meant
She wishes for sincere and genuine affection from her loved one
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Written by: NEIL HALSTEAD
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