Taking their name from the '80s sitcom, Belvedere began in Calgary, Alberta, Canada in 1995 as the three-piece of Steve Rawles (guitar/vocals), Brock (bass), and Dan Hrynuik (drums).
As the years progressed along with their revolving lineup, Belvedere remained with their melodic pop-punk sound that looked up to the likes of Bad Religion and NOFX. Eventually recruiting second guitarist Scott Solo, replacement drummer Jay Hollywood, and a replacement bassist Jaison Synclair, the quartet released their debut album, "Because No One Stopped Us", in 1998 through Hourglass and 206 Records. After spending most of 1999 on the road, along with Bad Religion and Strung Out, for a stint -- 206 Records put out Belvedere's follow-up album, "Angels Live in My Town", in early 2000. In 2001, the Montreal imprint Union 2112 released "Twas Hell Said Former Child", Belvedere's proper second album that coincided their first ever European tour. A split release with Downway, "Hometown Advantage", was issued in 2003. When it came time to recovene for another studio album, Belvedere joined producer Blair Calibaba (Sum 41) in Calgary for the recording of "Fast Forward Eats the Tape". Shared dates with Death by Stereo, Tsunami Bomb and Misconduct followed in Spring 2004. The band broke up in late 2005, playing their last show to their hometown Calgary crowd in November.
On November 2011, the band's official Facebook page announced that the band was going to get together again for a couple of shows the next year, wich included two shows in Europe (playing their first show in Paris and appearing again at GroezRock after seven years), then five in Canada, three in Brazil and one again in Canada, in Vancouver, on June 16th. Being at first that their final show, it was later announced that they'll appear in another final event in Guelph, Canada, on September the 1st 2012, with fellow punkrockers The Fullblast, also reuniting for the ocasion, Grade and Moneen.
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Excuse Me Can I Use This Chair?
Belvedere Lyrics
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Pre-Ordained, Well I'm Not, I Can See You Think You're Clever
Don't Bother Questioning Things I Can't Hide
And I Don't Bother Whining To Gather Your Time
Six Months, Seven Years I Kinda Like My Isolation
You Don't Know What You Want And I'll Suppress Endless Frustration
Don't Bother Questioning Things I Can't Hide
Vindication I Kinda Like Morality It Comes And Goes
You're Waiting Patient A Level Of Brutality
You're All I've Got I'll Wait For Nothing
Vindication I Kinda Like Morality It Comes And Goes
You're Waiting Patient A Level Of Brutality
You're All I've Got I'll Wait For Nothing
Don't Bother Questioning Things I Can't Hide
And I Don't Bother Whining To Gather Your Time
'Cause You Said That You'd Wait For Me, Said That You'd Wait For Me
The lyrics of Belvedere's "Excuse Me Can I Use This Chair?" are about a relationship in which both parties have conflicting desires and expectations. The singer is frustrated with the other person's indecision and lack of commitment, while the other person seems content to wait indefinitely for something that may never happen. The singer acknowledges his own isolation and unwillingness to change, while also expressing the need for vindication and a sense of morality.
The first lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics, as the singer notes that the other person "doesn't know what they want" and that he "can't stand to wait forever." This tension is heightened by the sense that the other person thinks they are clever or superior in some way, and that the singer is pre-ordained to fail. Throughout the song, the singer maintains a sense of detachment and emotional distance, refusing to question things he can't hide or to waste time complaining.
The repeated lines about vindication and morality suggest that the singer is seeking a greater sense of purpose or meaning in his life, even if it means enduring brutality and waiting for something that may never come. Ultimately, the song remains ambiguous in terms of whether the singer will ever find what he's looking for, or if he will continue to wait in isolation.
Line by Line Meaning
You Don't Know What You Want And I Can't Stand To Wait Forever
You are indecisive and I can't tolerate waiting indefinitely for you to make up your mind.
Pre-Ordained, Well I'm Not, I Can See You Think You're Clever
Your fate is predetermined, but I don't believe in that. You seem to think you're smart, but I'm not impressed.
Don't Bother Questioning Things I Can't Hide
There are things about me that I cannot conceal, so it's pointless for you to ask questions that I can't answer truthfully.
And I Don't Bother Whining To Gather Your Time
I won't complain to try to get your attention or force you to spend time with me.
Six Months, Seven Years I Kinda Like My Isolation
I've been alone for a long time and have grown to enjoy being isolated from others for extended periods of time.
Vindication I Kinda Like Morality It Comes And Goes
I find satisfaction in vindication and like that morality fluctuates.
You're Waiting Patient A Level Of Brutality
You're patiently waiting, but this level of endurance can be cruel.
You're All I've Got I'll Wait For Nothing
You're the only person I have, so I won't wait around for something better to come along.
'Cause You Said That You'd Wait For Me, Said That You'd Wait For Me
You promised that you would wait for me, even though I'm hesitant to commit to anything.
Contributed by Muhammad B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
David Jaramillo
I love how this band make me wanna run,its fill me with such an energy!!!!!!
Tim Hick
no comments? This is a fuckin awesome song!!!!!
David Jaramillo
The chorus is fucking amazing!
Floyd
Tim Hick No shit and it's been 5 years since you posted that comment
Esteban Cuervo Gil
Yesterday in altavoz medellín fuck awesome <3