In 2003 lead singer Barney Murray left the band. Vocal duties were taken over by guitarist Dugs Mulhooly. Untill 2005 they underwent alot of line up changes, leaving Dugs and Chris (drums) as the only original members. In 2005 they released their third album Cashed Out On Culture, which had more of a punk-edge than their former two.
In 2006, whistle player Alan Confrey died from a heart attack tragically after the band returned home to Dublin after a UK tour with Stiff Little Fingers.
Early 2007 saw the departure of bassplayer and second vocalist Beano.
In december of the same year they supported The Pogues on one of their christmas shows.
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Majorca
Blood or Whiskey Lyrics
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When you said that you'd take a vacation
Away from the pain and the mind numbing strain
Of your drastically changed situation
Your friends said you should it would do you some good
To break out of that morbid routine
You've been here a day it's not easy to say
But you're starting to see what they mean
Escape from the rain eases the pain but I wish you were here
You sit by the pool and you feel like a fool
'cause your mind doesn't match what you're wearing
All morning you fought in your heart 'cause you thought
You'd be left with this burden you're bearing
You're starting to brood there's a change in the mood
So you go for a walk in the sand
There might be a way this could all be OK
It just won't be the way that you planned
Standby for Majorca sunshine and beer
It's ninety degrees under the trees but I wish you were here
You're taking some stick 'cause you're dressed up so slick
And you're starting to fancy your chances
Still bored with the pub you'd endure the flash club
As a means to some short term romances
There's one in the queue and she's staring at you
And it's making you feel so alive
It might be sometime 'till you'd call yourself fine
But at least you're now gonna survive
Standby for Majorca sunshine and beer
It's great to unwind far from the grind but I wish you were here
In Blood or Whiskey's song "Majorca," the singer is someone who is exhausted and seeking respite from the stresses of life. He takes his friends' advice and goes on vacation to Majorca, looking for an escape from the pain and routine he's trapped in. The singer reflects on his experiences, both good and bad, as he tries to relax in the sunny destination. Despite the beauty and opportunity around him, he can't shake the feeling that something important is missing. He's struggling to reconcile his old life with this new experience, particularly when he's faced with new challenges like meeting women at the club. Nevertheless, he decides to make the best of things, acknowledging that it's not going to be perfect, but making a commitment to survive.
Through "Majorca," Blood or Whiskey explores the idea of trying to find an escape from tedium and sorrow. It shows the complexities of trying to reinvent oneself or find happiness in a different place or lifestyle. The lyrics also seem to hint at a sense of loneliness or dislocation, as the singer longs for someone to be with them on the trip. Overall, "Majorca" is a wistful exploration of the human need to find a reprieve from the pressures and disappointments of everyday life.
Line by Line Meaning
So tired of the race you were out of your face
You were exhausted from the daily grind and resorted to alcohol to cope.
When you said that you'd take a vacation
You made the decision to take a break from your monotonous life.
Away from the pain and the mind numbing strain
You wanted to escape the emotional and mental stress you've been dealing with.
Of your drastically changed situation
Your life had undergone significant and unfavorable changes.
Your friends said you should it would do you some good
Your friends suggested that a change of environment would benefit you.
To break out of that morbid routine
You needed a break from the same old boring routine.
You've been here a day it's not easy to say
It was still early in your vacation, so it's hard to say if it's good or not.
But you're starting to see what they mean
You're starting to understand the wisdom in your friend's advice.
Standby for Majorca sunshine and beer
Get ready for some fun in the sun with some cold drinks.
Escape from the rain eases the pain but I wish you were here
Being away from the melancholic weather is good but having someone with you would make it better.
You sit by the pool and you feel like a fool
You feel out of place in a luxurious setting.
'cause your mind doesn't match what you're wearing
You're not in the right state of mind for this type of vacation.
All morning you fought in your heart 'cause you thought
You're thinking about your problems so deeply that it's having a negative impact on your mood.
You'd be left with this burden you're bearing
The weight of your problems is making it difficult for you to enjoy yourself.
You're starting to brood there's a change in the mood
Your mood is becoming more negative as you overthink your situation.
So you go for a walk in the sand
You decided to take a break and clear your head.
There might be a way this could all be OK
You're starting to see that there's a possibility of a brighter future.
It just won't be the way that you planned
You understand that things won't always go the way you've planned them.
You're taking some stick 'cause you're dressed up so slick
You're catching some negative attention because of your fancy clothes.
And you're starting to fancy your chances
You're starting to become interested in meeting new people.
Still bored with the pub you'd endure the flash club
You're uninterested in spending time at a basic pub but are willing to endure a more flashy club for a change of pace.
As a means to some short term romances
You're in the mood for a no-strings-attached fling.
There's one in the queue and she's staring at you
You've caught someone's eye who's interested in you.
And it's making you feel so alive
Being pursued and caught the interest of another person makes you feel more alive and interested in life again.
It might be sometime 'till you'd call yourself fine
Things might not become perfect soon, but you're feeling better than before.
But at least you're now gonna survive
You've reached a point where you can make it through, even if things aren't perfect.
It's great to unwind far from the grind but I wish you were here
It's good to take a break from your everyday life, but you miss having someone with you.
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