The band released an eponymous self-titled debut EP, Black Honey in late 2014 followed by a series of singles leading to the release of self-titled debut album in 2018, Black Honey. Their second album "Written & Directed" was released in March 2021.
The band released the single "Charlie Bronson" on 11 August 2022. This was followed by the single "Out of My Mind" on 4 October 2022, with an accompanying music video.
On 7 November 2022, the band announced their third album A Fistful of Peaches, which was released on 17 March 2023. The band also released the single "Heavy" on the same day, releasing its music video the day after on 8 November 2022.
Band members
Izzy Phillips – lead vocals, guitar
Chris Ostler – vocals, guitar, synthesizers
Tommy Taylor – vocals, bass guitar
Alex Woodward – drums
Wasting Time
Black Honey Lyrics
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In your bed pretending that you are him
You hear me talking in my sleep
I wake up thinking that you are him
In my dreams his voice was so heavenly
Jenni says that you fill the space between
Braving rough and missing him
I was only wasting your time
Burn this place down before the fire
Wasting
Wa-a I was wasting your time
December lows your room was so freezing cold
At the show same story different girl
Baby blue in a crowded room
Tell me that you never feel alone
Seas of gold, his hands washing over me
All the time I'm wishing that it was him
Give me a sign or something real
A day with God to cut a deal
And Jenni, she tells me you're temporary
Temporary
I was only wasting your time
Burn this place down before the fire
And while we're drinking ourselves blind
I was only wasting your time
Wasting
Wasting
Wa-a I was wasting your time
The lyrics to Black Honey's song "Wasting Time" explore the complexities of a romantic relationship that is built on pretense and longing for someone else. The singer finds themselves repeatedly returning to the bed of their current partner, pretending that they are the person they truly desire. They reveal that they often talk about this desired person in their sleep, and upon waking up, they momentarily confuse their partner for them. This highlights the deep yearning and emotional attachment the singer feels towards this other person.
The lyrics also mention a friend named Jenni who acknowledges that the current partner fills the space between the singer and the person they truly desire. The singer grapples with the roughness of their current situation and the constant longing and missing of their desired person. Despite this, they acknowledge that their current partner is a "work in progress," implying that they still hold some hope for the relationship to grow and improve.
The second verse introduces the concept of coldness, both literally and figuratively. The singer describes a freezing cold room in December, symbolizing the emotional distance and emptiness they feel in their current relationship. They mention being in a crowded room, yet feeling alone, suggesting a sense of isolation despite being surrounded by others. The lyrics also mention the desired person's touch and the desire for their presence, wishing for a sign or something real.
The chorus repeats the idea of the singer wasting the time of their current partner. They express a desire to burn down the situation before it becomes destructive, while also acknowledging their own role in wasting time. The lyrics end with a reference to Jenni again, stating that she sees the current partner as temporary, further emphasizing the transient nature of the relationship.
Overall, "Wasting Time" delves deep into the longing, confusion, and emotional conflict experienced by someone torn between a current partner and a desired person. It explores the complexities of romantic relationships, the dissatisfaction that can arise when longing for someone else, and the potential for growth and change within a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh my god how am I here again?
I can't believe I've ended up in this situation once more, feeling confused and lost.
In your bed pretending that you are him
I'm lying here, using you as a substitute for the person I really want to be with.
You hear me talking in my sleep
Even when I'm unconscious, my mind is filled with thoughts of him, and it slips out in my dreams.
I wake up thinking that you are him
Every morning, I open my eyes and for a moment, I mistakenly believe that it is him lying beside me.
In my dreams his voice was so heavenly
When I dream, his voice is like pure bliss, bringing me comfort and joy.
Jenni says that you fill the space between
My friend Jenni tells me that you temporarily fill the void that exists between me and him.
Braving rough and missing him
I'm enduring the hardships of being apart from him, longing for his presence.
But you're a work in progress kid
However, you're still in the process of becoming a better version of yourself, young and not fully developed yet.
I was only wasting your time
I realize that I have been causing you to waste precious moments of your life on me, without any real intention or commitment.
Burn this place down before the fire
Let's destroy this environment and escape before our emotions escalate and cause harm.
Wasting
Engaging in actions and behaviors that serve no purpose or have no meaningful outcome.
Wa-a I was wasting your time
I deeply regret that I have been a source of wasted time and energy for you.
December lows your room was so freezing cold
During the cold winter month of December, your room's atmosphere was icy and unwelcoming.
At the show same story different girl
When we were at the concert, I couldn't help but notice that you were repeating the same behavior with another girl.
Baby blue in a crowded room
Amongst a crowd of people, you seemed distant and detached, as if lost in your own thoughts.
Tell me that you never feel alone
Convince me that you don't experience feelings of loneliness, that you can always find solace in someone else's company.
Seas of gold, his hands washing over me
In my imagination, his touch feels golden and exquisite, a fact that consumes my thoughts.
All the time I'm wishing that it was him
Every moment, I find myself yearning for him, wishing he was the one by my side.
Give me a sign or something real
Show me a clear indication or provide something genuine to prove that our connection is significant and not superficial.
A day with God to cut a deal
If I could have a moment with a higher power, I would make a bargain or negotiate terms regarding my feelings for him.
And Jenni, she tells me you're temporary
My friend Jenni informs me that you're not a permanent fixture in my life, that our relationship is only fleeting.
Temporary
Something that exists or occurs for a short period of time, without lasting impacts or commitment.
And while we're drinking ourselves blind
As we consume alcohol excessively, getting intoxicated to the point of losing our senses.
Wasting
Continuing to engage in unproductive and purposeless activities, not making the most of our time together.
Wa-a I was wasting your time
I deeply regret that I have been using up your valuable time and energy without giving anything meaningful in return.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Christopher Ostler, Isobel Phillips, Thomas Taylor, Tom Dewhurst
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