There are several bands with that name:

1.) Distant Cousins were an … Read Full Bio ↴There are several bands with that name:

1.) Distant Cousins were an English band from Manchester. Some journalists grouped them with the "Madchester" scene, though their music rather was a blend of soul and pop. The band's singer was Doreen Edwards. Former member of The Smirks Neil Fitzpatrick played guitar, Simon Milner (vocals) and Ian Morris (bass) from The Smirks were also with them. "Snuff" (ex-Motivation) played drums and percussion.They were originally signed to independent label Ghetto Records for whom they recorded their first album Distant Cousins. A re-recording of one the album tracks You Used to became their first single. Recorded in Studio 2 at Abbey Road it was produced by Mike Hedges who also produced their second album Warm Hatred at his own studio in Normandy. The band were then signed to Virgin along with label stablemates The Lightning Seeds. The band were at one time barred from a Dutch hotel chain due the antics of their road crew, who they shared with The Stone Roses.

2.) A New York based roots rock band with female singer and guitarist Cat Dail who recorded the albums Love Life in 2001 and Twice Removed in 2007 that are featured with streamable tracks on this page.

3.) A Bluegrass band from Alabama with Kelli Johnson (voc).

4.) A Bluegrass band from California with Bridget Brennan (voc).

My Eight Favorite Nights
Distant Cousins Lyrics

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My Eight Favorite Nights

If you just close your eyes
You can taste the delight
On my eight favorite nights

Like a warm winter dream
Where the snow castles gleam

Only on my eight favorite nights

The children are playing
The latkes are baking
The candles come to life
Everything is wonderful
On my eight favorite nights

Every light sets you free
Like the brave Maccabees
Oh our faith is burning bright (all night)

So come join me and sing
Every heart glistening
Only on my eight favorite nights

We'll find freedom in every light
Only on my eight favorite nights

Overall Meaning

"My Eight Favorite Nights" by Distant Cousins is a touching tribute to the joyous occasion of Hanukkah. The song urges the listener to close their eyes and imagine themselves basking in the delight that the festival brings. It is a time of great joy and festivity, where the cold winter nights are warmed by the light of menorah candles and the laughter of children.

The opening lines of the song hint at the magic that Hanukkah brings. The listener is urged to close their eyes and imagine the taste of the delights that the festival has to offer. It is a time of indulgence and celebration, where the senses are ignited by the smell of latkes being fried and the sound of children playing.

The second verse of the song transports the listener to a world of snow castles and winter dreams. The light of the menorah candles illuminates the snow and brings warmth to an otherwise cold and barren landscape. The line "only on my eight favorite nights" highlights the limited duration of the festival, and therefore the need to make the most of every moment.

Overall, "My Eight Favorite Nights" is a beautiful song that captures the spirit of Hanukkah and the joy that it brings. It is a celebration of tradition, family, and the love that we share with those closest to us.

Line by Line Meaning

If you just close your eyes
If you imagine it vividly

You can taste the delight
You can feel the enjoyment

On my eight favorite nights
During Hanukkah

Like a warm winter dream
Similar to a cozy imagined scenario

Where the snow castles gleam
Where the snow fortresses shine

Only on my eight favorite nights
During Hanukkah

The children are playing
The kids are having fun

The latkes are baking
The traditional fried potato pancakes are cooking

The candles come to life
The nine Hanukkah candles are lit

Everything is wonderful
Everything is delightful

On my eight favorite nights
During Hanukkah