2021 sees the 25th Anniversary of Dodgy’s best selling album, Free Peace Sweet – a fan favourite and deemed a classic album of the era, spawning hits such as ‘In A Room’, ‘If You’re Thinking Of Me’, ‘Found You’ and of course, ‘Good Enough’ The band will be dipping into this album for their festival appearances across the Summer of 2021 and intend to celebrate it’s 26th Birthday next year with a series of celebratory shows and tour.
Dodgy’s 2012 comeback album ‘Stand Upright In A Cool Place’, was a long time coming, 15 years to be precise since the double platinum selling ‘Free Peace Sweet’. From the rave reviews and many media plaudits that were heaped upon ‘Stand Upright….’ it seemed that the original line up of the band had done the impossible – to reform and make a contemporary and relevant album that surpassed their previous work. Creating a sound with “golden harmonies and echoes of CSN&Y and Fleet Foxes”, and prompting The Word magazine to say “They’ve just made the record of their career by a country mile”, The Guardian described the album as a “revelation” whilst it went on to get 4**** reviews in Mojo, Uncut, Q, The Times, The Mirror and The Express.
In 2017 Dodgy released ‘What Are We Fighting For’ on Cherry Red Records, the fifth album from the original line-up of Nigel Clark, Mathew Priest and Andy Miller to amazing reviews and was the first collection of new material since their critically acclaimed reunion album, ‘Stand Upright In A Cool Place’ in 2012. It was also the first album to feature new member Stu Thoy on bass and also featured the incredible Vanessa Wilson-Best from Ultrasound.
Gigs and festival appearances have always been a crucial part of the Dodgy experience, for many they are the perfect festival band. The band have performed at most festivals worth their salt, such as Bestival, Isle of Wight, Camp Bestival, V Festival, Glastonbury, Reading, Beautiful Days, Hyde Park, Kendal Calling and many more across the UK and Europe.rtially helped fund the recording sessions.
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Water Under the Bridge
Dodgy Lyrics
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If I am going to get by
S'pose I should go to bed
And not stay out all night
The trouble with me is
I can't find my feet
The trouble with me is water under the bridge
My dad hates me and also does my tree
I need to think more clearly
If I am going to get high
S'pose I should go to bed
And not stay out all night
The trouble with me is
I can't find my feet
The trouble with me is water under the bridge
My dad hates me and also does my tree
I'm still doing fine
I won't serve, I want peace for the world
Or just a little piece of it
I long to be sane and I ache to be sober
But I can't find my feet
The trouble with me is water under the bridge
My dad hates me and also does my tree
The trouble with me is water
The trouble with me is water
The trouble with me is water under the bridge,
bridge (x 16)
The lyrics of Dodgy's song "Water Under the Bridge" reveal the struggles of an individual who is aware of their shortcomings and the need for self-improvement. The singer reflects on their habits and how they negatively affect their life, acknowledging the need to change their ways. The refrain "The trouble with me is water under the bridge" highlights how their past mistakes or failures continue to haunt them and impact their present. The mention of the father's disapproval towards the singer adds another layer of complexity to the song, suggesting a strained relationship that may be contributing to the singer's struggles.
The lyrics resonate with anyone who has experienced self-doubt or feels like they are repeating negative patterns. The use of simple but evocative language creates a relatable and introspective mood. The repetition of certain lines creates a sense of desperation and frustration towards the inability to change. The line "I long to be sane and I ache to be sober" carries a poignant message, not just about addiction but about the elusive nature of achieving mental stability and clarity.
Line by Line Meaning
I need to be a better person
I need to improve myself to succeed
If I am going to get by
It's essential to improve myself to survive
S'pose I should go to bed
I should be responsible and go to sleep now
And not stay out all night
I shouldn't keep partying all night long
The trouble with me is
My main problem is
I can't find my feet
I'm directionless and lost
The trouble with me is water under the bridge
I'm dealing with past issues that can't be changed
My dad hates me and also does my tree
My father and even nature seem to despise me
I need to think more clearly
I must improve my mental clarity
If I am going to get high
To achieve my goals, I must be in the right state of mind
I'm still doing fine
I'm still surviving, despite my challenges
I won't serve, I want peace for the world
I won't be a soldier, I desire world peace
Or just a little piece of it
Even a small part of peace would be great
I long to be sane and I ache to be sober
I yearn for a clear mind and sobriety
But I can't find my feet
However, I'm still lost and disoriented
The trouble with me is water under the bridge
I'm still struggling with my past mistakes
The trouble with me is water
My main issue is my past
The trouble with me is water
My obstacles are related to the past
The trouble with me is water under the bridge,
I'm still facing the repercussions of past mistakes
bridge (x 16)
Repeating the phrase for emphasis
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Mr B
Great song. Great harmonies. Well done.
Pat Kloovay
been looking for this track for 10 years - awesome
The Ranting Brummie
The most underrated band of Britpop.
steven fagan
GREAT SONG HARMONIES ARE TIMELESS
Sirvikal Crusader
Such a brilliant song and fabulous band .
TheAlistairDick
Their best song
Trystan Griffiths
I have never quite been able to work out the last lyric in the line: "My dad hates me and also does my ..?" Can you tell me what it is please :)
Edward Lewis Paxton
@Dodgy UK he hates my street spirit!.
jamie bawn
@Mr B so does my tree
Mr B
Ha ha! I prefer my version.