After delivering a 12” ‘Gripless’ in 2014, Their debut LP ‘Mind Renovation’ was recorded in a week of 40+ degree days last summer. Inspired by the limitations of recording and mixing an album in a week, and with a essence on collaboration with mates and musical idols; the album is an eclectic’s wet dream.
Channeling the type of erratic yet deliberate outfits like heroes Javelin, and The Avalanches; ‘Mind Renovation’ pinballs around the musical spectrum from disco to electro pop, psych rock with some delicate ballads – all glued together with the dual swoonable vocal prowess of frontpeope – Jarrad Brown & Ella Thompson.
Dorsal Fins have also developed into something of a live favourite, playing shows alongside bands like The Cat Empire & Saskwatch, and being a highlight at festivals like Boogie and NYE on the Hill.
Monday Tuesday
Dorsal Fins Lyrics
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Sick and tired of always waiting by the phone
Still scared of the unknown
Well youre my only, only, ocean
I tried to go Monday
You wouldn't go
I tried to go Tues
You didn't show
Calling, keep calling me up
Keep calling, calling me all the time
I tried to go your way
but you said no
The lyrics of Dorsal Fins's song Monday Tuesday narrate a story of a person who is lost and alone, stuck in uncertain circumstances, waiting for an opportunity to arise. However, the other person involved in the situation is unresponsive and seems to be creating impediments in the singer's attempts to move forward. The first two lines, "Since you're lost and you're alone, Sick and tired of always waiting by the phone," portray the sense of entrapment the singer feels, as if they are stuck in a rut, waiting for someone else to bring change into their lives.
Despite the other person's resistance, the singer sees them as their only hope for progress, someone who they can rely on like an ocean. The line "Well you're my only, only, ocean" reflects this sentiment. The singer has tried to reach out to this person on multiple occasions, but to no avail. The lines, "I tried to go Monday, You wouldn't go, I tried to go Tues, You didn't show," highlight how the other person is not willing to cooperate, possibly due to fear of the unknown or other reasons.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's frustration with the lack of progress and the other person's unreceptiveness. The repetition of "Keep calling, calling me up, Keep calling, calling me all the time" underscores how the singer is constantly trying to get in touch with the other person, but they are not responding. The final line, "I tried to go your way, but you said no," is indicative of how the singer has tried to accommodate the other person's wishes, but once again, they have been met with resistance.
Line by Line Meaning
Since you're lost and you're alone
Acknowledging that you're feeling lost and alone
Sick and tired of always waiting by the phone
Tired of waiting for someone to call or reach out
Still scared of the unknown
Afraid of what may happen next or what the future holds
Well you're my only, only, ocean
You're the only thing that gives me a sense of calm and peace
I tried to go Monday
I attempted to start fresh and move forward on a certain day
You wouldn't go
You didn't want to come along or join me in my efforts
I tried to go Tues
I attempted to try again another day
You didn't show
You didn't show up or didn't participate
You keep calling me, calling me up
You keep contacting me and trying to maintain our relationship
Calling, keep calling me up
You constantly reach out and try to communicate with me
Keep calling, calling me all the time
You persistently try to get in touch with me
I tried to go your way
I attempted to follow your lead
but you said no
But you refused to let me
Contributed by Grace O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Myles Away
Wish there were still doing their thing and jamming at small venues here and there. Glad I got to see them at their last concert A Farewell For Now a couple years back. Their music always brings me back to my feet whenever I'm slipping a little in life. Enjoy the little things in life for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things. Some of the best memories seeing them live, their so humble and down to earth, miss you guys<3
Please Ban Me
Just wanted to say that this song is amazing, its the first song I've heard from you and I intend to check out the rest of your work as well. I really dig the music video I think it suits really well.
Gian Mastrorosa
Awesome sound!
Jason N
favorite song by far ! So glad I stopped on a radio station and this song came on
minttt
Amazing song!!!
Grant Zizza
EXCELLENT!!!
Toon Sarobol
love it
Chaz Mabra
love it yall
Ryan Keats
Both song and video is amazing. Thank you so fucking much!
Helgueste
Great Song.