The band started when James Roche heard Doko singing at a pub in Melbourne. Many of their songs are depictions of life as a young single female, though ironically the lyrics are penned by Roche.
They won ARIA Awards in 1998 and 1999.
The band split after the release of their scond album proved less than successful. Tania is now trying to resurrect her career with a new band whilst James has gone into music production.
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Drowning Not Waving
Bachelor Girl Lyrics
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So don't try and tell me so
I don't want to be rejected
Cos I let my feelings show
I'm just trying to reach you
Cos I'm in need of you now
Let's talk about it here and now
Just try to be openhearted
We'll figure this out somehow
I'm just trying to reach you
Cos I'm in over my head
CHORUS
I'm drowning, not waving
I'm drowning, not waving
Not bending, I am breaking
It's an easy mistake to make
I'm crying, not laughing
I'm falling, not faking
I'm drowning not just waving
Won't you be my lifeguard
This ain't stupid girl talk
So don't try and shrugg it off
You can't just hold back the changes
Nothing stays the way it was
What I feel is an ocean
And I'm in over my head
CHORUS
I'm drowning, not waving
I'm drowning, not waving
Not bending, I am breaking
It's an easy mistake to make
I'm crying, not laughing
I'm falling, not faking
I'm drowning not just waving
Won't you be my lifeguard
I see another version of me
Who's only a day away
Stronger, a little wiser I guess
Someone who feels OK
But right now
I'm drowning, not waving
I'm falling, not faking
I'm drowning not just waving
Won't you be lifeguard
The lyrics to "Drowning Not Waving" by Bachelor Girl express the feeling of being overwhelmed in a relationship and the need for open communication to find a solution. The singer is trying to reach their partner and express their feelings, but they fear being rejected. They urge their partner to be open-hearted and discuss the issue in the present moment, rather than waiting for time to solve it.
The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm drowning, not waving" to emphasize the severity of the situation. The singer is not just trying to keep their head above water, they are truly drowning in their emotions. They are not laughing, faking, or waving away their problems- they are crying, falling, and struggling to survive.
The lyrics also acknowledge that change is inevitable in relationships, and that it cannot be avoided. The singer compares their feelings to an ocean, implying that they are powerful and vast. They feel as though they are in over their head and need help from their partner, who they ask to be a lifeguard.
Overall, "Drowning Not Waving" is a plea for help and understanding from a struggling partner who feels lost at sea in their relationship. It emphasizes the importance of open communication and being proactive in finding solutions.
Line by Line Meaning
This ain't stupid girl talk
This is a serious matter
So don't try and tell me so
Don't belittle my feelings or dismiss them
I don't want to be rejected
I fear rejection for showing my emotions
Cos I let my feelings show
Because I've opened up and shown my vulnerability
I'm just trying to reach you
I'm trying to connect with you emotionally
Cos I'm in need of you now
Because I need your support and understanding
Time won't be an answer
We can't just wait for time to fix things
Let's talk about it here and now
Let's address the issue directly and not avoid it
Just try to be openhearted
Please listen and understand my perspective
We'll figure this out somehow
Together we can find a solution
CHORUS
Refrain
I'm drowning, not waving
I'm struggling and need help
Not bending, I am breaking
I can't keep up with the pressure and may fall apart
It's an easy mistake to make
It's easy to misinterpret my situation
I'm crying, not laughing
My emotions are genuine and not fake
I'm falling, not faking
I'm really in trouble and not just pretending
Won't you be my lifeguard
Please help me through this difficult time
This ain't stupid girl talk
This is not just an emotional whim of a girl
So don't try and shrugg it off
Don't underestimate the gravity of the situation
You can't just hold back the changes
Things can't stay the same forever
Nothing stays the way it was
Things are evolving and changing all the time
What I feel is an ocean
My emotions are overwhelming and powerful
And I'm in over my head
I'm struggling to cope with my emotions
I see another version of me
I envision a better, stronger version of myself
Who's only a day away
I believe I can become this better version soon
Stronger, a little wiser I guess
I hope to become stronger and more knowledgeable
Someone who feels OK
I hope to feel better and more at peace
But right now
Currently, in the present moment
Won't you be lifeguard
Please help me out of this difficult situation
Contributed by Riley R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Hafizha Sarah
My Moodbooster song! Thank you, Bachelor Girl
ZIGgassedUP
Still a great tune as was all of their stuff...
masterepsworth
Where can i find this? Jb Hifi? Online? I doubt itunes... I gotta get this album. This song in particular is so the kind of music that would do well these days. Ironically happy.
username1nmillion
Yes, shame they haven't came out with anything new recently. Maybe they could join forces with psy??! Or not? ;)
LillyIsle
♥️💕♥️
lacheyrulez
What ever happened to this group?