… Read Full Bio ↴There are three acts called Alfie: two from the UK and one from Norway.
1) Alfie were a Manchester based indie-folk band. They were originally signed to Twisted Nerve records, but moved to Regal/Parlophone Records. On October 26 2005, they announced they were breaking up.
Band members
* Lee Gorton (vocals)
* Ian Smith (guitar)
* Matt McGeever (guitar, cello)
* Sam Morris (bass, keyboards, french horn)
* Sean Kelly (drums)
a much loved but now sorely missed, one off, northwest/midlands hybrid of instinctive salfordian folkies and classicaly trained, satirical, psychedelic enthusiasts. did 2 albums on manchesters finest and most influential independant label, twisted nerve. their debut, 'if you happy with you need do nothing' was a sketchy, low-fi, but charming collection of 3 early e.p's that was then followed up with their twisted nerve debut proper, 'a word in your ear'. this record saw the band move a leap closer to the string and harmony drenched, sunshine psychedelia they were planning for their 3rd album, their debut record on regal/parlophone, 'do you imagine things?'. none of these albums sold particulary well so the band did their best and put together their 4th long player, 'crying at teatime'. this record was much bolder but still bore their, by now familiar, lacadaisical, unpretentious, soothing, yada, yada, yada sound, soooo.... as this was supposed to be their debut into the pop world everybody decided that it was all much too odd, all round, so they did the decent thing, (rather than bending to the celebrity ruled world of a.o.r.) and split up.
Alfie may also refer to the artist named Alfie Silas, known for her work with The Andraé Crouch Choir, and solo work under misc names, notably "Star" which was included on The Last Dragon Movie Soundtrack.
2) Alfie aka Alf-Gunnar Nielsen is a Norwegian pop singer who took part in the Norwegian national final of the 2003 Eurovision Song Contest with a song called "One". He was one of the members of Cape - a band formed in a Norwegian talent show Popstars on TV3.
3) Alfie Goff (alfie) is a 20 year old artist/producer from Hull, UK. He started making music in early 2020 and has released two singles.
You Make No Bones
Alfie Lyrics
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You won't catch me walking around.
When you can see that I can't fight,
You won't catch me on the ground.
When you can hear me sing out so loud,
You won't hear me talk again.
When you can hear me you're,
Around (around) around (around) around yeah.
You make no bones, it's good for you.
Stay at home, yeah.
Home yeah.
When you can see the tops of the tree,
Your roots will be on the ground,
'Cause then you'll be free, up there with the breeze,
Ain't nobody flogging you down.
When you can hear me sing out so loud
You won't hear me talk again.
When you can hear me you're,
Around (around) around (around) around yeah.
Stay at home, is what you do,
You make no bones, it's good for you.
Stay at home, yeah.
Home yeah.
In Alfie's song "You Make No Bones," the lyrics convey a message of self-awareness and acceptance of one's own limitations. The song begins with the line, "When you can see that I can't ride, you won't catch me walking around." This can be interpreted as a realization that there are certain things one cannot do, and it's better to accept it rather than try and fail. The subsequent lines, "When you can see that I can't fight, you won't catch me on the ground," and "When you can hear me sing out so loud, you won't hear me talk again," reinforce the idea of accepting one's limitations and moving on.
The second verse of the song focuses on the freedom that comes with self-acceptance. "When you can see the tops of the tree, your roots will be on the ground, 'cause then you'll be free, up there with the breeze, ain't nobody flogging you down." This suggests that when one accepts their limitations, they can experience a sense of freedom similar to that of being up in the trees with the breeze. The line, "Ain't nobody flogging you down," implies that when we attempt to do things beyond our capabilities, we can become weighed down by our own expectations.
Overall, "You Make No Bones" is a song about accepting oneself and finding freedom in doing so. The message of self-awareness and acceptance is conveyed through peaceful and mellow musical accompaniment, making for a relaxing and introspective listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
When you can see that I can't ride,
If you notice that I'm struggling and losing my balance,
You won't catch me walking around.
You won't see me just walking instead of making an effort to ride.
When you can see that I can't fight,
If you observe that I'm weak and unable to fight back,
You won't catch me on the ground.
You won't find me defeated and lying on the ground.
When you can hear me sing out so loud,
If you can hear me expressing myself through my music in a powerful way,
You won't hear me talk again.
You won't hear me using words to communicate because my music is enough.
When you can hear me you're,
If you're listening to me and hearing what I have to say,
Around (around) around (around) around yeah.
You are present and engaged with me and my message.
Stay at home, is what you do,
You choose to stay in your comfort zone and not take risks.
You make no bones, it's good for you.
You don't complain or make excuses for not trying new things because it works for you.
Stay at home, yeah.
You continue to maintain the status quo and not pursue growth or change.
Home yeah.
You're comfortable and secure in your familiar surroundings.
When you can see the tops of the tree,
If you can visualize yourself reaching new heights and accomplishing great things,
Your roots will be on the ground,
You will still have stability and support from your foundation and origins.
'Cause then you'll be free, up there with the breeze,
Because you will have succeeded and achieved your goals, you will be free to enjoy life like the wind blowing through the trees.
Ain't nobody flogging you down.
No one will be able to hold you back or bring you down.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANTHONY DAWSON, IAN SMITH, LEE GORTON, MATT MCGEEVER, SAM MORRIS, SEAN KELLY
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Stephen Greenhorn
Such an underrated band. They always put on one hell of a show live.
rozza rox
I Fookin loved this band!!! totally gutted they are no more....Alfie Please come back, save the music boyz!!!
Ubermod
Remember seeing this vid on TV when it was out. Quality tune. More bands should use an upright bass, worked so well. Like with Lullaby for the working class.
Susan Haxton
I fuckin looooove this band
Lee Burke
My most missed band from MCR...
Colin Elliott
2019 still quality
Phil Gill
love this song, reminds me of being fat and unloved in university
AndyW001
I love Alfie-I can't believe they split up!! Do you have the other video?
Joe Ritchie
When the kids have to get up for school
Powell Loose
'Do You Imagine Things'