Their live performances have seen the band gather an increasing amount of plaudits as a
result of multiple UK headline tours, UK tours supporting Benjamin Francis Leftwich, Dry the River and Jamie N Commons, plus shows supporting the likes of James Vincent McMorrow, Stornoway, Foy Vance and Lone Wolf.
Hide & Seek and French label ZRP co-released their debut single 'Here's To My Old Friends' on 7" to wide acclaim in 2013, finding fans and multiple radio plays in Steve Lamacq (6music) and Jen Long (Radio 1). In 2014 the band will embark on their first European tour in support of Australia's Boy & Bear.
Valentine
Dancing Years Lyrics
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All the time,
Will you be my Valentine,
Will you be my Valentine,
Cause you always sing of love
It is not that way for us,
You always sing of love it is,
Not that way for us,
I'm too often on my own,
I'm too often on my own,
You come down on the couch,
You always bring me flowers,
And I understand you're broke,
You have to work your words, oh,
I don't need you to tell me,
You'll always be mine,
Will you be my Valentine,
Just say you'll be my Valentine, Yeahh,
Cause you always sing of love it's,
Not that way for us,
You always sing of love it is,
Not that way for us,
I'm too often on my own,
I'm too often on my own,
I'm too often on my own, my own,
So are you in love,
Cause you're always fine,
Will you be my Valentine,
Will you be my Valentine.
The lyrics to "Valentine" by Dancing Years are a poignant exploration of the complexities of love and a relationship that may not necessarily conform to the idealized version of love often portrayed in popular culture. The singer acknowledges the effort they both put in for love, yet there is a sense of isolation and separation between the two individuals.
The chorus highlights the tension between the singer and their partner, who seems to sing about love in a way that does not necessarily reflect their own shared experiences. The repetition of "I'm too often on my own" underscores the singer's feelings of loneliness and detachment in the relationship. The mention of flowers as a gift from the partner is a strong image that juxtaposes with the financial difficulties they may be facing, indicating that some emotional gestures do not always equate to financial leverage.
The final verse serves as a plea, questioning the partner's feelings and intentions directly. Despite the uncertainties in their relationship, the singer desperately seeks affirmation and validation of their bond through the offer of a Valentine's Day proposal.
Line by Line Meaning
We do all this for love,
All the actions we take are motivated by love.
All the time,
This is a constant in our lives, we're always doing things for love.
Will you be my Valentine,
Asking the person if they will spend Valentine's Day with them.
Will you be my Valentine,
Repeating the request for emphasis.
Cause you always sing of love
The person being addressed often talks about love.
It is not that way for us,
Their relationship is different from the themes of love that the person sings about.
You always sing of love it is,
Reiterating that the person being addressed often sings about love.
Not that way for us,
Emphasizing that their relationship does not fit that mold.
I'm too often on my own,
The artist is frequently alone.
I'm too often on my own,
Repeating for emphasis.
I'm too often on my own,
Emphasizing the singer's solitude.
You come down on the couch,
The person being addressed frequently visits and sits on the couch.
You always bring me flowers,
The person being addressed often brings the singer flowers.
And I understand you're broke,
The person being addressed is dealing with financial difficulties.
You have to work your words, oh,
The person being addressed has to put in effort to express their feelings.
I don't need you to tell me,
The artist doesn't need words to feel loved.
You'll always be mine,
The artist feels a strong sense of ownership over the person being addressed.
Will you be my Valentine,
Asking the person again to be their Valentine.
Just say you'll be my Valentine, Yeahh,
Urging the person to give an answer to the request.
Cause you always sing of love it's,
Repeating the earlier observation of how much the person being addressed talks about love.
Not that way for us,
The relationship is not defined by those themes of love.
You always sing of love it is,
Repeating again how much the person being addressed sings about love.
Not that way for us,
Their relationship is different from what the person being addressed sings about.
I'm too often on my own,
Repeating the earlier statement about the artist's solitude.
I'm too often on my own,
Emphasizing again the singer's frequent solitude.
I'm too often on my own, my own,
Repeating for further emphasis.
So are you in love,
Asking the person if they are in love with someone.
Cause you're always fine,
Observing that the person being addressed is always doing well and seems happy.
Will you be my Valentine,
Asking for the third time that the person be their Valentine.
Will you be my Valentine.
Requesting one final answer to the question.
Contributed by Owen K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Marie J
I love these guys and this song. Whatever they do is beautiful. I'm glad to see them live for the third time next week. beautiful session.
라임
Very nice voice!! I love this mood so I listen to this song many many times
Lauren Jewel
absolutely amazing, my friend tweeted about them and I just spontaneously listened to then and fell in love, so glad I found them so early, TRUE TALENT💗
WanderingTwin1
What a voice this guy as!!! and so unique! A rare thing these days!
This band just have it! Music and lyrics with true passion and I Can't get enough!
HmongHeroo
Farewell Dancing Years, I will always love these songs, such a fine gem to have come across.
emanda r
One of my absolute favourite songs!!
Lauren Jewel
I've watched this too many times.
I'm in love.
Lauren Jewel
Literally falling asleep to this right now💗
Carlos Eduardo Tito
👏👏👏👏👏👏
KAZ
Dancing Years <3