Their sound is a mix of indie rock and electronic music, most recently integrating organic sounds into their music. Friends since the age of fourteen, Athlete have wide-ranging influences that include Grandaddy and Flaming Lips.
Dungeness
Athlete Lyrics
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You found some pretty stones and they had holes so you could tie them together
Tie them together
Tie them together
And when we spoke there was silence
'cause there's no need to make a sound when you've got
Smiles instead
Smiles instead
Go to dungeness
Let's go to dungeness
Let's go to dungeness
Let's go to dungeness
No tall latte in a rusty shed
Just shots of light and broken bike to stimulate your busy head
In dungeness
In dungeness
Try dungeness
The lyrics in Athlete's song "Dungeness" paint a vivid picture of a tranquil and secluded place by the sea. The opening lines suggest a sense of exploration and discovery as the singer mentions finding a rope and a rubber glove, and his companion finding stones with holes that could be tied together. This suggests the playful and curious nature of the two individuals and their desire to explore their surroundings and make interesting finds.
As the lyrics progress, they make it clear that the setting is a place of quiet contemplation and reflection. When the two individuals speak to each other, there is silence, indicating that they are comfortable in each other's company and do not need words to express themselves. Instead, they communicate through smiles and the shared experience of being in Dungeness.
The chorus of the song invites the listener to join in on this experience and visit Dungeness themselves. It's described as a place that's different from the urban environment typically associated with trendy cafes and noise. Instead, Dungeness offers a more natural, serene atmosphere that prompts self-reflection and thought.
Overall, the song captures the essence of the simple joys of travel and the beauty of unexpected discoveries that can be made in lesser-known places that are off the beaten path.
Line by Line Meaning
I found a rope and a rubber glove
I discovered some unlikely objects: a rope and a rubber glove
You found some pretty stones and they had holes so you could tie them together
You found some visually appealing stones that were suitable for binding
Tie them together
Use the holes in the stones to bind them together
And when we spoke there was silence
Our interactions were not defined by verbal communication
'cause there's no need to make a sound when you've got
Since there is no necessity to verbally communicate when you possess
Smiles instead
A surplus of smiling expressions
Go to dungeness
Let's travel to Dungeness together
Let's go to dungeness
I propose a mutual venture to visit Dungeness
No tall latte in a rusty shed
We will not find any expensive coffee beverages or modern amenities in an old, decaying building
Just shots of light and broken bike to stimulate your busy head
Instead, we will have access to beams of light and damaged bicycles to provide inspiration and mental stimulation
In dungeness
This experience is specifically at Dungeness
Try dungeness
I recommend experimenting with a visit to Dungeness
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: CAREY WILLETTS, JOEL POTT, STEVEN ROBERTS, TIMOTHY WANSTALL
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