The Kinks, They Might Be Giants, The Beatles, Paul Simon and Beck are all influences of the band. They've got a singer/songwriter style that relies on song crafting and stories. Recently Lewis was involved with the rock band Sleeping Bag while Addison has played with vollmar, a group headed by Justin Vollmar. Both the brothers were in a rap group, Rusty Zavitson, with Matt Nowlin who writes arrangements for and with the band. Smedley Jergins has included the Rogers since 2008.
In 2012, Busman's Holiday were featured on Radiolab with Erin Tobey playing the Fleetwood's "Mr. Blue."
Beach Song
Busman's Holiday Lyrics
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One, two, three, four
Sittin′ around
Looking at the girl that I oughta know
Wishing on decision, would lead to a girl
Just so I could say so
I'll give you a chance to love me
Oh-oh, oh, come on, baby
I′ll get down on my knees, you lovely
You don't have to say you love me
You just have to have some fun
So just put your hair down, baby
We'll be swimmin′ in the sun
Hearing the sound of another night
Makin′ its way down the road
If the moon caught your smile
He might stay for a while
And light our way back home
Oh-oh, oh, come on, baby
I'll give you a chance to love me
Oh-oh, oh, come on, baby
I′ll get down on my knees, you lovely
You don't have to say you love me
You just have to have some fun
So just put your hair down, baby
We′ll be swimmin' in the sun
Come on, baby, woo, ooh-ooh, ooh
Come on, baby, woo, ooh-ooh, ooh
Come on, baby, woo, ooh-ooh, ooh
Come on, baby, woo, ooh-ooh, ooh
You don′t have to say you love me
You just have to have some fun
Come on, baby
Some fun (woo, oh-oh, oh)
Come on, baby
Some fun
The lyrics to Busman's Holiday's song "Beach Song" are about sitting around and looking at a girl that the singer thinks he should know but doesn't. He wishes that making a decision would lead to a relationship with her so that he could say he has a girlfriend. The chorus encourages the girl to come on and give the singer a chance to love her. The second verse talks about listening to the sounds of the night and seeing the moon light their way back home, possibly a metaphor for finding their way to each other. The song concludes with the singer telling the girl to come on and have some fun with him.
The first verse of the song focuses on the singer's desire to be with the girl he sees. He is unsure of how to approach her but wants to have a relationship with her. The use of the phrase "wishing on decision" suggests that he is struggling to make a choice about whether to pursue her or not. The chorus reiterates the singer's desire for the girl to give him a chance and highlights his willingness to do whatever it takes to make her happy.
The second verse of the song uses vivid imagery to describe the night and how the moon's light might stay if it saw the girl's smile. This imagery is likely metaphorical, suggesting that the girl's beauty or personality could be what guides the singer towards her. The song ends on a playful note, with the singer simply telling the girl to come on and have fun with him. Overall, the song is a lighthearted and sweet take on young love and the pursuit of a new relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
One, two, three
The song begins with a countdown, signaling the start of the music.
One, two, three, four
The fourth beat confirms the rhythm of the song, signaling the start of the Beach Song.
Sittin' around
The singer is sitting down, possibly on a beach or a place with a scenic view.
Looking at the girl that I oughta know
The singer is admiring a girl he should have known already. He may regret not getting to know her earlier.
Wishing on decision, would lead to a girl
The singer is hoping that taking action will lead him to the girl he's looking for.
Just so I could say so
The singer wants to take action to meet the girl, so he can say he did.
Oh-oh, oh, come on, baby
The singer is calling out to the girl to convince her to give him a chance.
I'll give you a chance to love me
The singer is telling the girl to give him an opportunity to make her fall in love with him.
I'll get down on my knees, you lovely
The singer is so smitten with the girl, he's willing to kneel before her to make it known.
You don't have to say you love me
The singer is telling the girl that he doesn't need to hear her say she loves him, just being with her is enough.
You just have to have some fun
The singer wants the girl to have fun with him, not just be with him out of a sense of obligation or love.
So just put your hair down, baby
The singer is telling the girl to relax and enjoy herself.
We'll be swimmin' in the sun
The singer promises that they will have fun in the sun, possibly swimming or just enjoying the beach together.
Hearing the sound of another night
The singer acknowledges the sound of night approaching. The evening may mark the end of their time together.
Makin' its way down the road
The singer observes that the night is approaching and slowly making its way towards them.
If the moon caught your smile
The singer imagines a romantic scenario where the moonlight shines on the girl's smile.
He might stay for a while
The singer hopes that the moon will linger, extending their time together for a little longer.
And light our way back home
The singer suggests that the moon's light will guide them back home.
Come on, baby, woo, ooh-ooh, ooh
The singer is urging the girl to join him in having fun and being carefree.
You don't have to say you love me
The singer repeats his previous statement, reiterating that he doesn't need the girl to declare her love for him.
Some fun (woo, oh-oh, oh)
The song ends with an assurance that they can enjoy each other's company and have some fun.
Come on, baby
The song continues to urge the girl to join in and have fun with the singer.
Some fun
The song ends with a final suggestion to have some lighthearted fun together, with no strings attached.
Writer(s): Addison Rogers, Lewis Bruno Rogers
Contributed by Allison K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Achillespiu
The beginning of the song makes me think of the beatles get back. Nice tune!
@kain6590
Came here cuz i thought of the same thing and cpuldnt figure our what song it was
@Radigast44
How has this song not exploded?
@matto29
This song is criminally under appreciated.
@victoriahaggblom4325
So much love!!! Love you guys!
@local-teen
Shit. Everything about this is great. I love this band. They have a rare and authentic understanding of song writing.
@carolynad3875
Saw these guys last night at S.P.A.C.E. in Evanston, opening for Iris Dement; they were great!
@andydollin7782
que joyita!!
@spencpants
I love this. I miss these dudes.
@joshsnow7904
I love this band...found them via Jens Lekman . so good!