Owen Ashworth started to make music on a small casio keyboard back in 1997. His first two albums, "Answering Machine Music" and "Pocket Symphonies for Lonely Subway Cars," were made using nothing but small, battery-operated keyboards and Ashworth's own voice (along with occasional accompaniment by guest musicians). These early albums are now available on one CD, appropriately titled "The First Two Albums by Casiotone for the Painfully Alone."
Ashworth has released numerous EPs and full-length albums, with a trademark austere lyrical style that conveys emotions through its simplicity and directness.
CFTPA expanded its sound in 2006 with Ashworth's release 'Etiquette,' now using more instruments and effects (as well as more professional production and vocals from Jenny Herbinson). This album has given Ashworth room for experimentation and thinking space.
In 2009, CFTPA's newest album, titled 'Vs. Children,' was released. Although vocally very similar to his earlier work, the album features a greater variety of acoustic instruments and further demonstrates Ashworth's interest in pursuing more complex arrangements for his songs. His live shows reflect this as on his most recent tour he is joined by a full band.
In 2010 Ashworth announced that he was retiring the "Casiotone for the Painfully Alone" name, as well as the songs he wrote under that name. He now performs as Advance Base and a producer.
Bobby Malone Moves Home
Casiotone for the Painfully Alone Lyrics
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So you tried your own route & it didn't work out
Well you're not alone
A job that made you crazy in a town you won't miss
& the drunks you called friends were a means to an end
& this is the end
A couple months on the couch while you figure things out
Won't do you wrong
Hey Bobby Malone
Couldn't make rent again or are you in trouble deep
You're a stray dog with fleas & your sister agrees
You've looked better son
Hey Bobby Malone it's good to have you home
A couple months on the couch while you figure things out
Won't do you wrong
Hey Bobby Malone
The song "Bobby Malone Moves Home" by Casiotone for the Painfully Alone is a heartwarming and empathetic piece about a person named Bobby Malone who has returned home after a failed attempt at a new life. The lyrics acknowledge that sometimes life doesn't go according to plan and that it's okay to seek refuge in the safety of home. In the first stanza, Bobby Malone is welcomed home. The lyrics imply that he had left home to pursue a new route, but it did not work out. However, the lyrics also suggest that Bobby Malone was not entirely alone in his failure.
The second stanza suggests that Bobby Malone may have faced difficult circumstances that caused him to leave. He may have had a job that was driving him crazy in a town he did not like, and he may have also had some problematic friendships. The lyrics imply that these circumstances may have led to his return home. The third stanza seems to speak directly to Bobby Malone, expressing empathy and warmth towards him. The lyrics suggest that while he may be facing hard times, he has also grown in some way. The lyrics also allude to his stay on the family couch while he sorts things out.
Overall, "Bobby Malone Moves Home" is about finding solace in old connections and returning home when things don't go as planned. The lyrics are conveyed in a gentle tone, and the song is musically beautiful and calming, reflecting the theme of finding refuge in a safe space.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Bobby Malone it's good to have you home
It's nice to have you back home after trying to make it on your own, Bobby. Welcome back.
So you tried your own route & it didn't work out
You attempted to pursue your own path and it didn't work out as planned.
Well you're not alone
Many people have tried to go down their own path and failed. You're not alone.
A job that made you crazy in a town you won't miss
You had a job that drove you up the wall, and you won't miss the town you left behind.
& the drunks you called friends were a means to an end
The people you hung out with who were always drunk only served a purpose for you, nothing more.
& this is the end
This is the end of that chapter in your life. Time for a fresh start.
Hey Bobby Malone how you have grown
You've grown and learned a lot during your time away from home, Bobby. Impressive.
A couple months on the couch while you figure things out
Take your time on the couch to figure out your next move. No need to rush.
Won't do you wrong
Staying on the couch won't harm or hinder you in any way.
Couldn't make rent again or are you in trouble deep
Are you struggling to pay rent again, or are you in a deeper financial predicament?
You're a stray dog with fleas & your sister agrees
You're like a stray dog with fleas, and even your sister can see that you're not doing well.
You've looked better son
You don't look your best, Bobby. It's clear that things aren't going smoothly for you.
Hey Bobby Malone it's good to have you home
Welcome back, Bobby. You have a place to stay while you figure things out.
A couple months on the couch while you figure things out
Take your time to figure out what's next for you. There's no need to rush or stress.
Won't do you wrong
Staying on the couch won't hurt or harm you in any way. It's a safe and comfortable place for now.
Hey Bobby Malone
A friendly greeting to Bobby. Nice to see you back.
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