3/4HadBeenEliminated was founded in Bologna, Italy, in 2002. Starting as a … Read Full Bio ↴3/4HadBeenEliminated was founded in Bologna, Italy, in 2002. Starting as a trio (guitarist/double bassist Stefano Pilia, turntablist/sound assembler Claudio Rocchetti, sound architect Valerio Tricoli) in 2004 the line up was extended to drummer Tony Arrabito.

Their first self titled record (bowindo, 2003) was released after playing a series of live concerts in which the group attention was strongly focused on the performative/theatrical/ecological aspects of the event: as starting point of the complex dramatic crescendo of the performance, 3/4 usually opened their concerts with amplifying a suspended bulky object of everyday life that they occasionally find at the location. Comprised of a large number of electronic and acoustic instruments, the album mirrors the disparate musical influences and aesthetics of the group. Live electronics, electroacoustic composition, field recordings, drones... All elements are here combined to "create a seven-part cycle of radiant acoustic imagery, with a sonic-methodology aimed at continuity rather than clash, and one that helps to create a fluid sound world, full of juxtapositions, but ones which provide an indecisive magical middle passage."

In the past two years, after exploring and experimenting with self invented recordings techniques and with drummer Tony Arrabito joining the band, 3/4's modus operandi focused on live interaction between electronic and acoustic instruments within a context in which the studio itself (tape machines, mixers, effects...) and the actual space in which the interaction take place (weird microphoning, feedbacks...) are considered and manipulated as instruments themselves (not by chance 3/4's are fans of musicians such as This Heat, P16.D4, Todd Rundgren...).
In this process improvisation and group playing are the main issues, whereas 3/4's first release was more based upon electroacoustic découpage. The goal 3/4's are trying to reach is that of unifying in one moment the three steps of songwriting, recording, and electroacustic post-production: this is really clear in the band live performances where usually three of them (Rocchetti on turntables and electronics, Pilia on electric guitar and Arrabito on drums and percussion) are playing on the stage, while Tricoli is placed in the middle of the room, facing the stage and the loudspeakers, playfully live mixing and "engineering" the band sound through a bunch of dusty analogue effects, tape loops, drums triggered synthesizer... The result is powerfully tridimensional, the sonic quality always changing with the strongest dynamics.

3/4's new album, A Year Of The Aural Gauge Operation, was recorded in their own studio in Bologna along 2004. It features nine songs composed after live improvisations, all of them quite different in genre, but again 3/4's aim is to create a psychedelic musical flow, one in which new elements and different styles can be superimposed to enrich and develop the peculiar narrative of the album. We generally think of it as a opera.

"a collection of off-centre songs verging on psychedelia old and new, its sound is so dense that you need to blast it out at full volume to get the best from it. Guitars and drumming are conspicuous, even as they're counterweighted by the group's customary clicks and hums.This time voice is one of the main elements. At times it comes from a distance, as if thinned down by constant chiselling; elsewhere there are mourning chants, punctuated by constellations of percussive disturbance. Drowned in a sea of dark loops similar to Philip Jeck's darkest work, the effect can be ghostlike. In places the group drop fragments of attempted lyricism between scattered notes" (daniela cascella, TheWire)

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3/4HadBeenEliminated Lyrics

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I ain't got no time for it
You ain't got no time for it
You and I know what it is
Might as well stay title less
No need to label anything
If they ask we denying it
We better being title-less
Might as well stay title-less
Girl, I'm getting tired of this
Sneakin' round and hiding it
Females need to tend to their business
Stay out of mine and shit
I try to stay blind to it
You know nevermind the shit
They ask me if you mine
Touch ya nose, what I'm replying with
I-I-I get question after question
Every mention, every message
Every DM, every snap
Every person that I'm texting
Ask if you the one I mess with
Guess we need to be more discreet
No more going out cause everywhere somebody notice me
Ooooo ooo ooooo
We dun did too much and show them things
They should have never seen
(Never seen)
Ooooo ooo ooooo
But we don't need no title you know titles ruin everything
And I ain't got no time for it
You ain't got no time for it
You and I know what it is
Might as well stay title less
No need to label anything
If they ask we denying it
We better being title-less
Might as well stay title-less
I ain't got no time for it
You ain't got no time for it
You and I know what it is
Might as well stay title less
No need to label anything
If they ask we denying it
We better being title-less
Might as well stay title-less
Yeah, The elders' telling me time is ticking
Their era was based on commitment but mine is different
Long as me and my baby vibing with it
We both know that the feelings are there but the title isn't
If that's ok with you then it's ok with me yeah
If both of us are happy, then that's all we need yeah
But let's keep it in the shadows and not in the streets yeah
Cause if we keep on showing out someone's gon intervene yeah
Ooooo ooo ooooo
We dun did too much and show them things they should have never seen
(Never seen)
Ooooo ooo ooooo
But we don't need no title you know titles ruin everything
I ain't got no time for it
You ain't got no time for it
You and I know what it is
Might as well stay title less
No need to label anything
If they ask we denying it
We better being title-less
Might as well stay title-less
I ain't got no time for it
You ain't got no time for it
You and I know what it is
Might as well stay title less
No need to label anything
If they ask we denying it
We better being title-less
Might as well stay title-less
I ain't got no time for it
No need label anything
You ain't no time for it

No need to label anything
Might as well stay title-less

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "[untitled]" by 3/4HadBeenEliminated touch on the theme of avoiding labels and titles in a relationship. The song suggests that both individuals involved understand what their relationship is, but it's better to remain title-less and not define it. The first paragraph emphasizes this idea, with the repeated line "Might as well stay title-less." It suggests that there is no need to label the relationship or define it for others, and if people inquire about it, they should be denied any information.

The second paragraph delves deeper into the complexities of the relationship. The singer expresses frustration with the secrecy and hiding involved, particularly in regards to outside interference. They mention that they try to ignore the questions and remarks from others, but the pressure is mounting. The line "No more going out cause everywhere somebody notice me" suggests that their relationship has become public knowledge, potentially causing strain.

In the third paragraph, the singer shifts focus to their own perspective. They mention the constant questioning and attention they receive, such as messages and mentions on social media, which indicates that their relationship has become the subject of public fascination. They assert that the lack of a title complicates matters, and that they might consider being more discreet to avoid further unwanted attention.

The final paragraph introduces the perspective of the elders, who believe in commitment and titles. However, the singer asserts that their generation is different, and as long as they and their partner are happy, the title isn't necessary. They suggest keeping the relationship hidden to avoid outside interference, as it could potentially impact their happiness.

In summary, the song portrays a relationship where both individuals understand what it is but choose to remain title-less. The lyrics explore the frustrations and pressures that arise from outside interference, but also highlight the desire to protect their happiness by keeping the relationship discreet. The song suggests that titles can complicate matters and ultimately ruin everything, hence embracing the idea of staying title-less.

Line by Line Meaning

I ain't got no time for it
I don't have any patience or energy for the complications and issues that come with putting a label on our relationship.

You ain't got no time for it
You also don't have the desire or capacity to deal with the complications and expectations associated with defining our relationship.

You and I know what it is
Both of us understand the true nature and depth of our connection, even if we choose not to label it.

Might as well stay title-less
It would be more beneficial for us to keep our relationship undefined and without any official titles.

No need to label anything
There is no necessity or advantage in assigning specific names or categories to our relationship.

If they ask we denying it
If others inquire about our relationship, we should both reject and dismiss any claims or assumptions.

We better being title-less
We are better off not assigning any labels or titles to our relationship.

Girl, I'm getting tired of this
I am becoming exhausted and frustrated with the secrecy and sneaking around that comes with our undefined relationship.

Sneakin' round and hiding it
Engaging in covert actions and concealing our connection from others.

Females need to tend to their business
Women should focus on their own affairs and avoid getting involved in our relationship.

Stay out of mine and shit
Stay away from interfering or meddling in our personal matters.

I try to stay blind to it
I attempt to ignore and turn a blind eye to the rumors and gossip surrounding our relationship.

You know nevermind the shit
You should also disregard and not pay attention to the rumors and gossip surrounding us.

They ask me if you mine
People often ask me if you are my partner or significant other.

Touch ya nose, what I'm replying with
To avoid answering directly, I pretend to touch my nose, signaling that it's none of their business.

I-I-I get question after question
I constantly receive inquiries and interrogations about the nature of our relationship.

Every mention, message, DM, snap
Every mention of our names, every message, every direct message, and Snapchat interaction.

Every person that I'm texting
Every individual I have been exchanging texts with.

Ask if you the one I mess with
They ask if you are the person I am romantically involved with or dating.

Guess we need to be more discreet
Perhaps we should exercise more caution and discretion in how we conduct our relationship.

No more going out cause everywhere somebody notice me
We should refrain from going out in public together because people always recognize me and make assumptions about our relationship.

We dun did too much and show them things
We have revealed and displayed too much of our relationship to others, things that they should not have seen.

They should have never seen
Certain aspects and details of our relationship should have remained private and unseen by others.

But we don't need no title you know titles ruin everything
However, we don't require a formal title or label because such designations have the potential to negatively impact and complicate our connection.

Yeah, The elders' telling me time is ticking
The older generation advises me that time is passing quickly, implying that I should define my relationship before it's too late.

Their era was based on commitment but mine is different
Their generation emphasized committed relationships, but my approach to relationships is distinct and unconventional.

Long as me and my baby vibing with it
As long as my partner and I are enjoying our connection and experiencing a deep connection, that is what truly matters.

We both know that the feelings are there but the title isn't
Both of us are aware of the strong emotions we share, but we choose not to label our relationship.

If that's ok with you then it's ok with me yeah
If you are comfortable with the undefined nature of our relationship, then I am also content and accepting of it.

If both of us are happy, then that's all we need yeah
As long as we are both satisfied and content with our connection, we do not require anything else.

But let's keep it in the shadows and not in the streets yeah
We should maintain our relationship discreetly and privately, rather than displaying it openly to the public.

Cause if we keep on showing out someone's gon intervene yeah
If we continue to showcase our relationship publicly, someone will inevitably interfere and disrupt it.