Like all the best bands, (and many of those on Freshly Squeezed Music) their sound is hard to pin down but comparisons have been made to “Madness, The Streets and Lily Allen” among many others (The Bristol Magazine).
Cut Capers have established themselves as go-to festival favourites, playing headline shows and main stage performances at some of the UK’s biggest festivals including Glastonbury Festival (official) and Boomtown Fair.
They have now performed in over 50 cities across 8 countries including Italy, Turkey and Bahrain.
To launch their new album METROPOLIS; Bristol’s own Cut Capers now embark upon their first ever UK album tour playing some of the UK’s finest venues!
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Alright
Cut Capers Lyrics
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Just one drink
Just one drink
Just one more drink
Just one drink
Just one drink
Just one drink
One more drink
Just one more drink
One more drink
One more drink
La la lalalala la la lalalala la la lalalala la
La la lalalala la la lalalala la la lalalala la
I just went for a cheeky pint
But ones all I need to work up an appetite
Before you know it's half nine
And we're dancing on the tables
Who got the shots in singing la la lalalala
Losing the plot like la la lalalala
Fun while it lasts but now I'm in mourning
Money's all gone and the hangovers calling
Just one drink (and all I wanted was a quiet pint)
One more drink (yeah I'm on the search for a quiet life)
One more drink (check yo that's how it started but now I'm at party in a stranger's apartment)
Just one more drink (and all I wanted was a quiet pint)
One more drink (I'm in the search for a quiet life)
One more drink (check yo I need to slow down)
Just one more…
Just one more…
Just one more drink
One more drink
La la lalalala la la lalalala la la lalalala la
La la lalalala la la lalalala la la lalalala la
One more drink
One more drink
One more drink
One more drink
One more drink
One more drink
One more drink
One more drink
The lyrics of Cut Capers' song "Alright" depict a familiar scenario of someone intending to have just one innocent drink but ultimately getting carried away with the night's festivities. The repetition of the phrase "just one drink" emphasizes the singer's initial intention, which gradually gives way to the desire for "one more drink."
The opening lines, "Just one drink, just one more drink," reveal the singer's struggle to resist the temptation of further indulgence. The repetition of this line creates a sense of urgency and longing, suggesting that the singer is torn between their initial goal and the allure of continuing the night's revelry.
The subsequent lines reveal the consequences of succumbing to the desire for more drinks. The image of "dancing on the tables" and singing "la la lalalala" portrays a wild and carefree atmosphere fueled by alcohol. However, this moment of fun is fleeting, as the reality of the situation sets in. The line "Money's all gone and the hangovers calling" indicates the aftermath of their excessive drinking, highlighting the financial and physical toll it has taken.
The third paragraph continues to convey the singer's conflicting emotions. On one hand, they desired a quiet and peaceful evening with just one drink, but on the other hand, they have found themselves caught up in a party that they did not anticipate. This discrepancy between intention and reality is emphasized by the juxtaposition of the lines "and all I wanted was a quiet pint" and "and now I'm at a party in a stranger's apartment."
The repetition of the line "just one more drink" in the final section signifies a lingering desire for more despite the consequences hinted at earlier in the song. The repetition also suggests a cycle of temptation and indulgence, implying that the singer may be trapped in a pattern of excessive drinking.
Overall, "Alright" captures the universal experience of succumbing to the allure of a seemingly innocent night out, only to find oneself in an unexpected and potentially regrettable situation. The song serves as a cautionary reminder of the fine line between moderation and excess, and the consequences that can arise from losing oneself in the pursuit of momentary pleasure.
Line by Line Meaning
Just one drink
I initially wanted to have just one drink
Just one drink
Still sticking to my plan of having just one drink
Just one drink
Trying to convince myself to only have one drink
Just one more drink
Okay, maybe I'll have one more drink
Just one drink
Reassuring myself that I'll stick to just one drink
Just one drink
Still trying to convince myself to have only one drink
Just one drink
Maintaining the idea of having only one drink
One more drink
Alright, maybe just one more drink won't hurt
One more drink
Feeling the temptation to have another drink
One more drink
Giving in to the desire for one more drink
Just one more drink
Rationalizing that it's just one more drink
One more drink
Finding it difficult to resist having another drink
One more drink
Yielding to the temptation and having another drink
La la lalalala la la lalalala la la lalalala la
Enjoying the moment, singing and having a good time
La la lalalala la la lalalala la la lalalala la
Getting caught up in the excitement and losing track of time
La la lalalala la la lalalala la la lalalala la
Having fun and being carefree
I just went for a cheeky pint
I only planned to have a quick and casual drink
But ones all I need to work up an appetite
But even with just one drink, I feel hungry and ready to eat
Before you know it's half nine
Without realizing, it's already half past nine
And we're dancing on the tables
We're having so much fun that we're dancing on the tables
Who got the shots in singing la la lalalala
We're enjoying the moment, taking shots, and singing
Losing the plot like la la lalalala
Getting caught up in the excitement and losing track of reality
Fun while it lasts but now I'm in mourning
It was enjoyable while it lasted, but now I'm regretting it
Money's all gone and the hangovers calling
I've spent all my money and now I have to face the consequences of a hangover
and all I wanted was a quiet pint
Initially, all I wanted was a peaceful and calm drink
yeah I'm on the search for a quiet life
Now, I'm seeking a peaceful and relaxed lifestyle
check yo that's how it started but now I'm at party in a stranger's apartment
Look, that's how it all began, but now I find myself at a party in a stranger's place
and all I wanted was a quiet pint
I really just wanted a calm and relaxing drink
I'm in the search for a quiet life
I'm actively looking for a peaceful and tranquil existence
check yo I need to slow down
Hey, I need to take it easy and reduce my pace
Just one more...
Okay, I'll have just one more drink
Just one more...
I'll give in to the temptation and have just one more drink
Just one more drink
Accepting the urge for another drink
One more drink
Indulging in the desire for another drink
One more drink
Yielding to the temptation and having another drink
One more drink
Feeling the need for another drink
One more drink
Continuing to satisfy the longing for another drink
One more drink
Still not ready to stop drinking, wanting one more
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Nick van Tinteren, Jane Thomas, Mark Pearce, Eloy Bandin, Tom Taylor, Matt Sunderland
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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morsebird
Love this single, great guitar Nick.
Rodney Walker
Yet more awesomeness from an awesome band
DavidR.B
Great work guys !! can´t wait to see you again this year at Boomtown. Greetings from Andalucía (SP)
Freshly Squeezed
We're looking forward to it too!
Ronny Verhoeven
Another great video for again a great song , congratulations to you all !!
Freshly Squeezed
Thanks Ronny. Pleased to see you again!
Stephen Dreher
Another exciting tune from Cut Capers and any new video on this channel makes me happy.
longbeer
awesome! loving it
Mark Radey
Great tune guys! Great groove. Cheers from Canada eh!!!