From myspace.com/bobguiney:
"Introduced to America on ABC's hugely popular hit "the Bachelor," Bob Guiney has been in our living rooms ever since.
"Bob is the host of all of ABC's comedic interstitial programming, while maintaining the spot as the primary field correspondent for daytime chatfest, The View. He also serves as co-host of WE's 3 Men and a Chick Flick, co-hosts Bravo's Battle of the Network Stars, ABC Super Bowl coverage, and countless specials for E and TV Guide Channel. He also will be guesting on 'Hollywood Residential' premiering on Starz in January '08. And coming this November, Bob will be hosting his own weekly makeover series, "Trick My Trucker" on CMT!
"While enjoying the opportunities he has had with television, Bob is finishing up his 4th studio album with his longtime band Fat Amy, and also performing with his celebrity Band, "Band from TV". The band, which consists of Heroes' Greg Grunberg, Desperate Housewives' James Denton, Hugh Laurie of House, and Bonnie Somerville of Cashmere Mafia, has recently finished an album for release in November, with all proceeds going to their respective charities. In addition, they [have] also contributed ... tracks for the "Various Artists: House, M.D. Original TV Soundtrack" ...
"Bob and his wife of 3 years, actress Rebecca Budig, currently split time together between New York and Los Angeles."
Slow
Bob Guiney Lyrics
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You're still standing around in squares wondering who's to blame
For all the years, gone by much quicker when you're young
We'll still smell the flowers bloom long after you're gone
You won't waste your time on lonely tales and nursery rhymes
Waste your time on clouded words and borrowed time but I have...I have to
It's always been a part of your game, still standing around feeling
Proud with your Daddy's name
But can you feel...my heart gets darker with the sun?
So eager to please your past that you're willing to forget the one
Who won't waste your time on lonely tales and nursery rhymes
Waste your time on borrowed words and clouded minds but I have...I have to
Bitterness will get the best of you
Emptiness will get the best of you
Loneliness is always there for you
Happiness will be the death of you
The lyrics of Bob Guiney's song "Slow" portray a sense of reflection and introspection. The opening lines, "The colors bleed in from the downslide, it's always been a part of the game," suggest that life has its ups and downs, and these experiences shape our perception of the world. The singer observes others "standing around in squares wondering who's to blame," implying a sense of stagnation and contemplation of responsibility. Time is also a prominent theme in the song, with the mention of how years pass by quickly when we are young, and the idea that the smell of flowers will persist long after we are gone, symbolizing the lasting impact we leave behind.
The following verses convey a bittersweet sentiment. The singer wants to avoid wasting time on insignificant distractions and superficiality, represented by "lonely tales and nursery rhymes" and "clouded words and borrowed time." However, despite this desire, there is an acknowledgment that sometimes it is necessary to engage with these things. The repeated phrase "but I have...I have to" suggests a recognition of the compromises we sometimes make in life.
The chorus reinforces the theme of internal conflict. The lyrics "Bitterness will get the best of you, emptiness will get the best of you, loneliness is always there for you" convey a sense of the negative emotions that can consume us if we let them. On the other hand, "happiness will be the death of you" implies that pursuing happiness can also have its drawbacks. It speaks to the idea that striving for happiness alone can sometimes blind us to deeper truths and prevent growth and self-discovery.
Overall, "Slow" by Bob Guiney delves into the complexities of life, offering insights into the human condition, the passage of time, and the balance between seeking happiness and addressing deeper emotions and challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
The colors bleed in from the downslide, it's always been a part of the game
Difficult times and struggles have always been an inherent part of life
You're still standing around in squares wondering who's to blame
You are stagnant, unable to move forward, constantly seeking someone to hold responsible for your circumstances
For all the years, gone by much quicker when you're young
Time seems to pass rapidly during youth
We'll still smell the flowers bloom long after you're gone
Even after you're gone, the beauty and joys of life will continue to exist
You won't waste your time on lonely tales and nursery rhymes
You refuse to spend your precious time on meaningless stories and insignificant matters
Waste your time on clouded words and borrowed time but I have...I have to
However, you find yourself compelled to waste your time on vague and empty conversations, unlike me
The bottom just burned from the downslide
The lowest point has been scorched by the difficulties
It's always been a part of your game, still standing around feeling proud with your Daddy's name
Struggling has always been a characteristic of your approach to life, yet you remain stubbornly tied to your family's reputation
But can you feel...my heart gets darker with the sun?
Can you understand that my heart becomes burdened and heavier as the day progresses?
So eager to please your past that you're willing to forget the one
You are so keen on seeking approval from your past that you are willing to disregard the present
Who won't waste your time on lonely tales and nursery rhymes
Someone who refuses to invest time in meaningless stories and shallow tales
Waste your time on borrowed words and clouded minds but I have...I have to
Instead, you engage with borrowed ideas and confused individuals, but I am compelled to do so
Bitterness will get the best of you
Allowing bitterness to consume you will lead to negative consequences
Emptiness will get the best of you
Letting emptiness prevail will have a detrimental effect on you
Loneliness is always there for you
Loneliness is a constant companion in your life
Happiness will be the death of you
Experiencing happiness will bring about your downfall
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