Vocalist Aidan Moffat and multi-instrumentalist Malcolm Middleton met in Falkirk, bonded over their mutual love for Drag City recording artists such as Smog and Will Oldham, and began a collaboration in 1995. The band is completed by violinist Jenny Reeve and cellist Stacey Sievewright. Arab Strap's marked characteristics include frank and forthright lyrics delivered in a Scottish brogue.
Aidan Moffat and Malcolm Middleton confirmed the rumours about the end of Arab Strap on 8th September 2006. They celebrated their Ten Years of Tears with a tour through the UK and the rest of Europe. After UK/Europe, they made a short secret tour in Japan as the last of Arab Strap. In 2016, however, they have reunited a decade after their breakup and will be touring throughout the year 2017.
Hello Daylight
Arab Strap Lyrics
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When you hid me under the covers and held my hair
Did we just forget that we're lovers?
It all came back as Sunday was dawning
But I was useless for most of the morning
The sweat was pishing off me and the duvet had been kicked away
You said something new, straight to work, up and dressed right away.
But I was useless for most of the morning
The lyrics to Arab Strap's song Hello Daylight appear to be about a dysfunctional relationship. The first line, "I sprained my arm for you," indicates that the singer has gone to great lengths to please their partner. The line "When you hid me under the covers and held my hair" suggests a sexual encounter that may have been degrading or uncomfortable for the singer. The following line, "Did we just forget that we're lovers?" implies that the relationship has lost its intimacy and passion.
As the sun rises on Sunday morning, the singer reflects on the night before. "It all came back as Sunday was dawning" suggests that the events of the previous night have been a blur, but are now coming back into focus. However, the singer is "useless for most of the morning," possibly indicating feelings of regret or despair. The line "The sweat was pishing off me and the duvet had been kicked away" paints a vivid picture of a sweaty, uncomfortable body wracked with anxiety.
The final line, "You said something new, straight to work, up and dressed right away," suggests that the partner is focused on work or other responsibilities and has little time or attention to spare for the singer. Overall, Hello Daylight appears to be a melancholic reflection on the aftermath of a sordid encounter, and the emotional distance that has crept into a once-passionate relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I sprained my arm for you
I went out of my way and put myself in physical harm just to please you
When you hid me under the covers and held my hair
During an intimate moment, you concealed me and demonstrated affection toward me
Did we just forget that we're lovers?
Have we lost touch with our romantic relationship?
It all came back as Sunday was dawning
Memories of our past rekindled during a new day
But I was useless for most of the morning
Despite these memories, I was unproductive and ineffective in the morning
The sweat was pishing off me and the duvet had been kicked away
I was sweating profusely and had thrown the bed covers off due to discomfort
You said something new, straight to work, up and dressed right away.
You motivated me with something new and promptly got ready for the day
It all came back as Sunday was dawning
Old memories resurfaced as a new day began
But I was useless for most of the morning
Despite this motivation, I remained unproductive in the morning
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Aidan Moffat, Malcolm Middleton
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Sarka Jindrichova
I am listening to it after 17 years and it's still soooooooooo good ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Shoegazer 303
Underrated Band.. Fantastic Song..
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Filgim
Beautiful x
William Drake
haven't tried apple music yet, but I know this album isn't on spot and Google music, or rhapsody. neither is , mad for sadness, which is my favorite live album
BILL MARK
krima mia tetia krupara poy dieleise.....the best albun.....mofat ant mitleton the top......th latreyo ayth thn panta..
michal0810
sounds similar to U2. But awsome
TRUEiMPROrecords
4 ever