The band formed in 2002. Their rhythmic post-punk style has been compared by critics to Joy Division, The Slits and Public Image Ltd.
Their debut Ep, History, was released on Paper Bag Records in 2004. The follow-up album, X-Amounts, was released October 11, 2005.
Singer Nirmala Basnayake left the band in late 2006.
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What words did you use
Did you sound excited
When they heard the news
Set your watch i want to hear it tick [x3]
If this thing explodes you'll need to get out quick
How we came to town
How you tore it up yeah
And i threw it down
Set your watch i want to hear it tick [x3]
When this thing explodes you'll want to get out quick
Set your watch i want to hear it tick [x3]
It's going to explode you better get out quick
[bridge]
A door is to open a door is to shut [x4]
[bridge]
You got the street smarts and i got the luck [x4]
The lyrics of Controller.Controller's song Watch seem to be about a person wanting to know if someone they are interested in has been talking about them to others, and how they have been described. The verses ask questions about what words were used and whether the person talked excitedly about them. The repetition of the line "Set your watch, I want to hear it tick" creates a sense of urgency and anticipation, as if the singer is waiting for something to happen. The lines "If this thing explodes you'll need to get out quick" and "When this thing explodes you'll want to get out quick" add to this feeling of impending danger.
The second verse implies that the person being sung to has been bragging about their experiences in town, while the singer has been the one causing trouble. The repetition of "Set your watch" in the chorus takes on a more urgent tone, as if warning of an impending explosion. The bridge provides a moment of reflection, with the repetition of "A door is to open, a door is to shut" perhaps symbolizing the opening and closing of opportunities or relationships. The final repetition of "You got the street smarts and I got the luck" suggests a partnership or dynamic between the two characters.
Overall, the lyrics of Watch are cryptic and open to interpretation, but seem to explore themes of interpersonal relationships, power dynamics, and the potential for explosive situations.
Line by Line Meaning
Did you tell them about me
Have you divulged information about me to others?
What words did you use
Can you disclose the specific words you used to describe me?
Did you sound excited
Did you convey an enthusiastic tone when speaking of me?
When they heard the news
Did the recipients of the information seem taken aback when they learned about me?
Set your watch i want to hear it tick [x3]
I want to hear the ticking of a watch- if this thing (possibly an explosive) goes off, you must evacuate immediately.
If this thing explodes you'll need to get out quick
It is possible that something dangerous might detonate- If this takes place, it will be imperative to exit quickly.
Did you tell them about us
Did you speak of our union to anyone else?
How we came to town
Did you narrate the tale of how we arrived in this location?
How you tore it up yeah
Did you describe your role in causing destruction?
And i threw it down
Did you mention my contribution to the chaos?
When this thing explodes you'll want to get out quick
If an explosion occurs, you will definitely need to leave quickly and promptly.
It's going to explode you better get out quick
An explosion is going to ensue- you should plan on vacating the area without any delay.
A door is to open a door is to shut [x4]
A door can be either opened or shut; this line is repeated four times.
You got the street smarts and i got the luck [x4]
You are intelligent about how things work outside, and I have fortuitous experiences that help me; this line is repeated four times.
Contributed by Gabriel E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Timestamps:-
0:00 Introduction
0:10 Downloading x360ce
0:40 Installing x360ce
2:03 Downloading Visual C Runtimes
3:08 Installing Visual C Runtimes
4:10 x360ce Controller Emulation
4:45 Analog Stick Issues
5:20 Mapping controller
7:15 Vibration
7:39 Saving Configuration
7:49 Testing the controller
8:43 Working Proof
9:14 Answering Questions
10:25 Thanks for Watching
GodsBattle
I'm working on a new and more comprehensive version of this video, like this comment and come back this time next week. I promise I have many things to teach you guys.❤
GB Plays
Timestamps:-
0:00 Introduction
0:10 Downloading x360ce
0:40 Installing x360ce
2:03 Downloading Visual C Runtimes
3:08 Installing Visual C Runtimes
4:10 x360ce Controller Emulation
4:45 Analog Stick Issues
5:20 Mapping controller
7:15 Vibration
7:39 Saving Configuration
7:49 Testing the controller
8:43 Working Proof
9:14 Answering Questions
10:25 Thanks for Watching
Ahmed Aliyu
It doesn't work with cod 4😪
Ahmed Aliyu
Did everything
I run as administrator
I installed all visual c runtime
I minimized it and all
B.O.B
@Ahmed Aliyu yh and cod2
Ahmed Aliyu
@B.O.B try with antimicrox it worked for me
BOZO8
@Ahmed Aliyu does cod 4 work for it?
Dein Razon
Thank you so much, this really helped me. Now I can play It Takes Two with family and friends with my generic game controller :)
GodsBattle
You're welcome ☺️
Ian Balmaceda
hello, paano nyo po napagana sa it takes two? di gumagalaw sakin