The band Casa Murilo (dedicated to Murilo Vilas Boas Nascimento, housemate to the boys in Brazil and a well respected TV host) was started soon after their arrival in Oslo. In September 2009 the band was completed with the addition of the four Norwegian musicians Fredrik Baden, Rudi Leo J. Johansen, Håkon Møller and Sturla Hinze. Within a year the band had been embraced by P3 Urørt, invited to play at the Norwegian Wood festival, played as a support band for Kråkesølv and all over the country. In September 2010 the band went into the studio to record their first full length album, at first glance a festive and friendly singalong affair, though shot through with serious undertones.
After being invited to record a track for the charity compilation album "Hjertestups" in aid of the Tyrili Foundation in 2010 along with Norwegian greats like Bigbang, Dum Dum Boys, and Sivert Høyem, their song "Drunken Promises" was listed on P3 national radio, and the band visited Popsalongen where they performed a brilliant version of Lykke Li's hit "Get Some" which can be heard on the band's website.
In addition to the excellent reception of the band's recorded material the band has had a reputation as a great live act since the beginning and have developed a warm relationship with a loyal fan base that shows up at concert after concert.
"Lifting Ships" is an album written about the band's inception back in the hazy days of Brazil and the characters that inspired them to make music, the challenges of moving to Norway and the sustenance they found in their new home. Casa Murilo have been very well received by Oslo's pop scene, and this album shows that they can't be easily compared with any other Oslo band.
The album was recorded in at Six Feet Over Recording Studios and produced by Sjur Lyseid.
"Lifting Ships" is released on Spoon Train Audio / Tuba on the 4th March 2011.
In 2012, Casa Murilo are well on their way to building a loyal and enthusiastic fan base in Norway, something they proved at the Scandinavian showcase-festival By:Larm, held in Oslo, playing to a crowd of 1000+ in February 2012.
Musikknyheter.no wrote of their debut, ”Lifting Ships” (released 2011) that it contained ”wonderful, pop-rock songs, to be both loved and adored”. This charm is also evident whenever they play live and we are sure that they will deliver a fantastic atmosphere when they play on the main stage at Norway’s biggest festival ”Øya” on August 9th 2012, where after a rapturous gig in 2011 they were labelled ”The Best Band In Norway” by music magazine Plan B. Those lucky enough to watch them are in for a joyous musical experience of the highest class.
The band was started by two Englishmen who, via two Norwegian girls they met in Brazil, miraculously found themselves in Oslo, Norway in 2008. The 6 man, eclectic band quickly created a buzz on the indie underground scene for their catchy songs and energetic show and, with their first ever single playlisted on the country’s biggest radio station ”P3”, their reputation has only grown. They have won fans at festivals and clubs all over the country for the last 3 years. Now is the time for them to charm music lovers all over Europe.
At the moment they are hard at work on their second album, to be released by
Sony Music Entertainment Norway AS in Autumn 2012.
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Casa Murilo Lyrics
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firering out their false alarms
ready to be charmed, and overwhelmed
They wanne be brainwashed and taken home
but the corner of this...
Bar(??) is all they'll ever know
until the bouncers send the straglers home
the night will leave the strays alone
Everybody has their day
but it's darker now, it's chased away
The night (??) in dosling jackets (??)
Screaming drive, drive, drive!
You looking like
You'll break something, where you move
Maybe this could mean something
pretty soon
You looking like
You'll break something, where you move
Maybe this could mean something
pretty soon
And how'd you turn this night around
Seeing how you crossed the line
crying out for someone just like you
who'd wanne be famous and so unknown
Cuz the corner of this...
Barring(??)is so depressening
and i'm desperate for the bell to ring
I keep locking eyes, you play to win
cuz the game hits hard
Everybody has their day
but it's darker now
you've chased away they night
in dosling(??) jackets
Screaming drive, drive, drive!
You looking like
You'll break something, where you move
Maybe this could mean something
pretty soon
You looking like
You'll break something, where you move
Maybe this could mean something
pretty soon
You looking like
You'll break something, where you move
Maybe this could mean something
pretty soon
You looking like
You'll break something, where you move
Maybe this could mean something
pretty soon
You looking like
You'll break something, where you move
Maybe this could mean something
pretty soon
You looking like
You'll break something, where you move
Maybe this could mean something
pretty soon
Casa Murilo's song "Drive" paints a picture of a night out in a bustling city, where the sirens sound off in the midnight air and people seek to escape their mundane lives. The song speaks to the allure of the night, with the "strays" being left to their own devices until morning, and the promise of something more exciting than the "corner of this bar." The lyrics suggest that people are looking for a way out, seeking to be "brainwashed" and taken away from their mundane existence.
As the night wears on, the song suggests that it is difficult to find a way out of the rut, with the "corner of this bar" becoming more and more depressing. The lyrics suggest that people are desperate for something new, something that will take them away from the humdrum routine of their lives. The "game hits hard" and "the day hits harder," suggesting that the reality of life is more difficult than the dreams of escape.
The chorus of the song is repeated several times throughout, which adds to the sense of desperation and longing in the lyrics. The repeated call to "drive, drive, drive" highlights the desire for change and escape from the monotony of life. The lyrics also suggest that the singer is drawn to someone who looks like they are on the verge of breaking something, perhaps because they represent the potential for change and excitement.
Overall, the song is an evocative and poignant exploration of the human desire for something more than what life offers.
Line by Line Meaning
Midnight brings the sirens
As soon as it hits midnight, the police sirens can be heard wailing throughout the streets.
firering out their false alarms
The sirens are blaring unnecessarily.
ready to be charmed, and overwhelmed
Despite the loudness and artificiality of the sirens, the people are willing to be swept up in the excitement of the night.
They wanne be brainwashed and taken home
The people want to become mesmerized and taken away by the energy of the night.
but the corner of this... Bar(??) is all they'll ever know
Despite their aspirations, they are confined to this one corner of the bar and limited by their own perspectives.
until the bouncers send the straglers home
Once the establishment has to close, the last remaining patrons will be escorted out by the bouncers.
the night will leave the strays alone
Those who remain outside after the bar closes will be alone, only accompanied by the night itself.
but the day hits hard
The contrast with the daylight hours is stark.
Everybody has their day
Everyone has moments to shine.
but it's darker now, it's chased away
However, the atmosphere is now somber and subdued.
The night (??) in dosling jackets (??)
People who are still outside have wrapped themselves up in warm and comfortable clothing.
Screaming drive, drive, drive!
A call to action to leave and start driving away.
You looking like
You'll break something, where you move
Maybe this could mean something
pretty soon
The singer observes the person as if they are intense and dangerous, with great potential to make a significant change in their life.
And how'd you turn this night around
The singer wants to know how this person can turn the bleak atmosphere into something better.
Seeing how you crossed the line
The singer recognizes that this person has gone beyond the usual boundaries and expectations of the night.
crying out for someone just like you
The artist seeks out someone who is also willing to push the limits of the night and achieve something remarkable.
who'd wanne be famous and so unknown
The ideal person would want to be both well-known and mysterious.
Cuz the corner of this... Barring(??)is so depressening
The narrow focus of the bar is depressing to the singer and limits their hope for an exceptional night.
and i'm desperate for the bell to ring
The singer is eagerly anticipating when it is time to leave the bar or for something exciting to happen.
I keep locking eyes, you play to win
The artist persists in making eye contact with someone who seems determined to succeed and stand out in the night.
cuz the game hits hard
The artist acknowledges that the stakes are high in this night's endeavors.
you've chased away they night
in dosling(??) jackets
Screaming drive, drive, drive!
The person has created a shift in the atmosphere and now the night is vibrant and full of energy as they urge everyone to drive home.
You looking like
You'll break something, where you move
Maybe this could mean something
pretty soon
This repeated verse emphasizes the potential for the person to create a transformative experience and leave a lasting impact.
Contributed by Caden T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.