The band, which con… Read Full Bio ↴Duels are a five piece band from Leeds, England.
The band, which consists of core members Jim and Jon Foulger (guitar and vocals respectively), drummer James Kirkbright and bassist Jon Maher, have recently been joined by ¡Forward, Russia! guitarist Whiskas. Additional Duels members include, or have included, Katherine Botterill on keyboards and backing vocals and violinist Lesley Turner.
They create dark and often anthemic new-wave pop with sinister undercurrents to craft a unique, vibrant sound, while recalling legendary artists such as Wilco, Robert Wyatt, David Bowie and Pulp along the way.
Their first album, 'The Bright Lights & What I Should Have Learned' was released in August 2006 to widespread critical acclaim and after extensive touring, Duels commenced work on their second full-length release, the self-produced 'The Barbarians Move In'.
Recorded in a converted barn on the North Sea Coast and showcasing a darker, more organic sound, Jon Foulger suggested the album is about "nature fighting back". It was digitally released via duelsmusic.com on Valentine's Day 2008, with a UK physical release on This Is Fake DIY Records on April 28th.
The band are currently working on their third full-length album, details of which can be found on www.duelsmusic.co.uk
Duels have opened for Kaiser Chiefs and former Blur guitarist Graham Coxon, and have toured the UK and Europe with The Rakes.The band played the Radio1/NME Stage at the Leeds/Reading Festivals and opened the main stage at T In The Park in 2006.
Animal
Duels Lyrics
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You feel a thinker in a thoughtless world
Do you often find yourself with nothing to do
Well call this number whether boy or girl
I like you
I want you
You are so good to talk to
We don?t know what to believe
And I could use some relief
Me Animal, you Animal
Me Animal, you Animal
Me Animal, you Animal
Me Animal, you Animal, yes yes
Me Animal, you Animal, yes yes
Me Animal, you Animal, yes yes
Me Animal, you Animal, yes yes
Me Animal oh you Animal!
Ah??
Do you fear the actions of reactionary youth
I am a thinker in a thoughtless world
Suddenly you realize there?s nothing left to do
So call this number whether boy or girl
I?m a boy, I?m a girl
[[The above line is subject to change in concert!!]]
Me Animal, you Animal
Me Animal, you Animal
Me Animal, you Animal
Me Animal, you Animal, yes yes
Me Animal, you Animal, yes yes
Me Animal, you Animal, yes yes
Me Animal, you Animal, yes yes
Me Animal oh you Animal!
Ahhhhhh!
The song Animal by Duels is an energetic and dynamic track that talks about feeling lost, confused, and stuck in a thoughtless world. The opening lines of the song suggest that the subject may be struggling with their public image and feeling like a thinker in a world that doesn't value intellect or introspection. The repeated refrain of "me animal, you animal" suggests a primal desire to break free from societal constraints and embrace one's wild, instinctual nature.
The song seems to be about finding connection and relief in a world that can be isolating and disorienting. The invitation to "call this number whether boy or girl" suggests a willingness to connect with anyone who might share these feelings of dislocation and frustration. The song's raucous energy and catchy melody seem to mirror the intensity of these emotions, and the refrain of "me animal, you animal" is a kind of rallying cry for anyone who feels trapped by the expectations of society.
Line by Line Meaning
Does your public image leave you very confused
Are you unsure of how to present yourself to the public?
You feel a thinker in a thoughtless world
You feel like you're one of the few people who thinks critically in a society that values mindlessness.
Do you often find yourself with nothing to do
Do you frequently experience a lack of purpose or direction?
Well call this number whether boy or girl
Regardless of gender identity, you're welcome to reach out for connection.
I like you
I find you interesting and enjoyable.
I want you
I desire intimacy and connection with you.
You are so good to talk to
I appreciate your conversation and listening skills.
We don?t know what to believe
We're uncertain about many things in life.
Well I guess that everyone gets lost sometimes
It's normal to feel confused or directionless at times.
And I could use some relief
I could benefit from some comfort or release from stress.
Me Animal, you Animal
We are both beings with animalistic instincts and desires.
Do you fear the actions of reactionary youth
Do you worry about the behaviors of young people who react impulsively?
Suddenly you realize there?s nothing left to do
You come to the realization that you have exhausted your options.
So call this number whether boy or girl
You are encouraged to reach out for support, regardless of gender identity.
I?m a boy, I?m a girl
I acknowledge and accept my gender identity.
Me Animal oh you Animal!
We are both beings with primal instincts and desires, and that's okay.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BYRON O THOMAS, TERUIS GRAY
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andy33cc
Excellent video and thanks for uploading! As an English learner so many new words were learned such as Wicked confrontation,
assailant
tumble down 跌倒；滾下，墜落
taunt
annoy 煩擾；打攪
tilts 傾斜，傾側
mantis
cardinal
bite the dust 重重倒在地上, 倒斃，斃命, 失敗，完蛋
enclosure
feisty 活躍的；精力充沛的；有決斷力的 爭強好勝的；易怒的
contemplate nature
sylvester
slither
forage
sprint
Argali sheep
ibex
shrike bird 百舌鳥
raptor-like
conspicuous
prairie 大草原；牧場
impale 刺穿
thorn 刺，荊棘
etc.,
Exidy YT
Does not live up to the title. Those are some of the most bloodless, inconclusive animal fights of all.
u-a-geek-fr
yea
K. Frost
Snd it's mostly people's dumb dogs assaulting wildlife.
Dale Ellis
As a senior professor majoring in wildlife science, I am confident to say that the mantis did not survive the attack
Papa Petunia
What attack?
Denise Tapia
There wasn’t really an attack
Jack Tan
Excellent report Professor. Now that's real quality we pay for ladies & gentle.
Robert Barnes
Uh, wait a minute there perfesser. If'n I reckon right, you would have given up "majoring" in anything when you completed your undergraduate degree, which would have preceded your Ph.D by a few years. And I don't think I've ever encountered an academic pathway for "Wildlife Sciences" either.
Dionysus&Delight
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Dreamhawk Lawrence
Growing up in Colorado, we frequently saw Shrikes or their handiwork of impaling lizards, snakes, smaller birds, and even featherless baby birds on cactii, rose thorns, and barbed wire fences. I didn't know their name was Shrike until I was in high school, as my Dad always referred to them as "Butcher Birds".
I do have to agree that this video was put together badly. Narration didn't match scenes. Fights were cut off (probably to keep from showing actual kills). That made many of them not make sense. If they are actual "merciless" fights, show them! Also, narrator needs to be more informed as to which animal is which! There's a difference between leopards and cheetahs! And lastly, narrator should know how to pronounce names of animals. That made it kind of sill. This was shown more like a Disney movie than merciless animal fights. I expected Grizzly Adams at any moment! YEESK!