T… Read Full Bio ↴BLOXX is a British four-piece alt-rock indie-pop band from London.
They were formed in Uxbridge, West London in 2016 by Booth, Taz Sidhu (guitar), and Mozwin Norohna (drums) while they worked toward BTECs in music performance. Booth later met bass player Paul Raubišķis at her job and brought him into the fold. The quartet released their first song, "Your Boyfriend" (originally "Ur Boyfriend"), in September of 2016. In early 2017, they signed with Chess Club, which issued the follow-up single "You" in April.
Over the next two years, the group toured alongside Sundara Karma, the Wombats, and INHEAVEN while building an impressive catalog of singles. The late 2010s saw BLOXX incorporate influences from glitzy pop/rock to Paramore-esque pop-punk, culminating in the group's first EP, Headspace (2019). In December of 2019 the band parted ways with Norohna, soon enlisting drummer Joe Kinton for the band's tours into 2020 and beyond. After dropping their first singles as a three-piece -- 2020's "Coming Up Short," "Lie Out Loud," and "Thinking About Yourself" -- the group announced their debut LP, Lie Out Loud. A collection of 11 infectious anthems, the album was released via Chess Club in August of that year.
Curtains
Bloxx Lyrics
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She don't like it when I tell her "No"
She don't wanna hide
And we can take a trip to my past and the memories that didn't last
And I can promise I won't break your heart
No, I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the _____ taste
But I don't like the way she talks to me
But I don't like the way she talks to me
When you're done wasting my time I'm gonna go maximize mine
I don't like it when she tells me "No"
But I couldn't lie
And we can take a trip to your side
And I will show you that I'm still fine
I have nothing like you on my mind
No, I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the _____ taste
But I don't like the way she talks to me
Yes, I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the ______ taste
But I don't like the way she talks to me
I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the _____ taste
But I don't like the way she talks to me
'Cuz I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the _____ taste
But I don't like the way she talks to me
The song "Curtains" by Bloxx tells the story of a relationship that has its ups and downs. The first stanza hints at a somewhat comfortable, if not completely drama-free relationship, as the singer asks the other person to leave their shoes on the doorstep as they enter the house. However, things take a turn as he reveals that "she don't like it when I tell her 'No'" and "don't wanna hide," possibly alluding to an argument or misunderstanding between them. He then offers to take a trip down memory lane to "my past and the memories that didn't last," showing that the relationship has had its share of difficulties.
The second stanza suggests that the singer is conflicted about his feelings for this person. While he is "in love with her petal-face" and enjoying the "taste" of something (the lyrics intentionally leave it blank for the listeners to interpret), he doesn't appreciate the way she talks to him. The chorus repeats these conflicting emotions, underscoring the complexity of the relationship. The bridge offers a glimmer of hope as the singer claims that he'll maximize his time after being done with this person, but still emphasizes that he doesn't like it when she tells him "No." He also promises to take her to his side and show her that he's still fine and has nothing like her on his mind.
Overall, "Curtains" captures the often contradictory nature of human relationships, where love and attraction can exist alongside annoyance and frustration.
Line by Line Meaning
Leave your shoes on the doorstep as you make your way inside
As you enter my home, kindly leave your shoes outside.
She don't like it when I tell her 'No'
My partner dislikes being refused by me.
She don't wanna hide
My partner desires a transparent and honest relationship.
And we can take a trip to my past and the memories that didn't last
Let's explore my previous experiences that didn't quite work out.
And I can promise I won't break your heart
I assure you that I will not intentionally hurt you emotionally.
No, I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the _____ taste, But I don't like the way she talks to me
I am enamored with my partner's beautiful face, but her communication with me is unpleasant.
When you're done wasting my time I'm gonna go maximize mine
If you're finished wasting my time, I will focus on maximizing my own.
I don't like it when she tells me 'No', But I couldn't lie
Despite disliking being refused, I cannot lie about my true feelings.
And we can take a trip to your side, And I will show you that I'm still fine
Let us visit your world, and I will demonstrate that I am doing well.
I have nothing like you on my mind
I am not thinking about anyone else but you.
Yes, I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the ______ taste, But I don't like the way she talks to me
I adore my partner's gorgeous face, but her communication towards me leaves much to be desired.
I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the _____ taste, But I don't like the way she talks to me
Even though I find my partner's face stunning, her manner of talking to me is upsetting.
'Cuz I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the _____ taste, But I don't like the way she talks to me
Since I find my partner's face breathtaking, but her words hurt my feelings.
Writer(s): Taran Sidhu, Mozwin Norohna, Paul Raubi Kis, Ophelia Booth
Contributed by Elena A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Leave your shoes on the doorstep as you make your way inside
She don't like it when I tell her "No"
She don't wanna hide
And we can take a trip to my past and the memories that didn't last
And I can promise I won't break your heart
No, I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the ___ taste
But I don't like the way she talks to me
And I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the ____ taste
But I don't like the way she talks to me
When you're done wasting my time I'm gonna go maximize mine
I don't like it when she tells me "No"
But I couldn't lie
And we can take a trip to your side
And I will show you that I'm still fine
I have nothing like you on my mind
No, I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the ___ taste
But I don't like the way she talks to me
Yes, I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the ____ taste
But I don't like the way she talks to me
I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the ___ taste
But I don't like the way she talks to me
'Cuz I'm in love with her petal-face and I'm chewin' on the ___ taste
But I don't like the way she talks to me
@elladungey176
THIS BAND IS SO UNDERRATED!! THEY ARE FREAKING INCREDIBLE, SOMEONE REALLY NEEDS TO DISCOVER THEM BECAUSE I HAVE A FEELING THESE GUYS ARE GONNA BE HUGE AND I'D LOVE TO HEAR MORE FROM THEM!!
@gracie6771
Ella Dungey HELL YES
@Robin-ds4zs
GRACIE found out about them in quarantine too?!
@23-kemmanuelisauperezmende67
Está banda llegará a ser grande
@UponThisAltar
Just found Bloxx, pretty sad that I'm this late to the party. Holy hell is this song ever emotionally loaded.
@01kty
found this band when they supported The Wombats last weekend and I haven't been able to stop listening
@stacey7637
Omg, how am i just now hearing this band for the first time ? I love it. Just what I was missing!!
@keeganmiller442
I really wish the rest of their music was like this song
@Boomerang1947s
LOVE your sound, this song is instantly a hit! You guys are the next Paramore. Much love from Latvia.
@faintedkid6745
found them on spotify, love you guys!!