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"Who are Britain's most important guitar band ? JJ72? Coldplay? Muse? But look at that list and tell me whether those bands are really changing peoples lives? Because, believe it or not, Dum Dums are. ...where others preach to the converted, they are leading an increasingly significant segment of the pop massive up the dark slopes of indie" - MELODY MAKER
From their formation in 1997 to their farewell show in August 2001, Dum Dums went from early years of intensive gigging around the UK toilet circuit to rock stardom and chart success. Their one and only album, "It goes without saying", recorded with producer Steve Power (Feeder, Robbie Williams, Babybird, Blur) was the "Ferris Bueller" for its generation. Sonically influenced by other British bands such as the Police and the Jam, it spoke of dead end jobs, the pressures of finding your own way, and struck a chord in the hearts of anyone faced with having to decide what to do with their lives.
Released at a time when radio was saturated with manufactured pop acts, Dum Dums were one of the few British guitar bands to breakthrough in 2000, having four chart hits in and around the official top 20, a hit album, and a constant residency on MTV, VH1, and CD:UK. They sold out tours in the UK and abroad, had top 20 chart success in Japan and a major record deal with MCA in the USA.
But still none of this accounts for their continuing popularity. Three years after the band parted ways, the Dum Dums website still attracts thousands of hits weekly from all over the world. The message bored(sic) is a thriving community active 24 hours a day. There is at least one Dum Dums cover band, many reports of bands starting because of them, and record companies have even manufactured acts to be new versions of the Dum Dums - ironically one of the things the band railed against.
Army Of Two
Dum Dums Lyrics
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Fall into my arms, tonight, let the world around us fade
The rain will fall, our hearts will break
But still I will be here beside you, right beside you...
When the world is against you
I will protect you
Darling we'll be an army of two
Our love will be strong
Darling we'll be, an army of two
When the burdens of the world are on me
And people seem unkind
I just need to be beside you
You give me peace of mind
And when I fail to be everything
I tell you I will be
I know in your eyes I'll find
Forgiveness for me
The rain will fall, our hearts will break
But still I will be here beside you, right beside you...
When the world is against you
I will protect you
Darling we'll be an army of two
When your life's going wrong
Our love will be strong
Darling we'll be, an army of two
When the world is against you
I will protect you
Darling we'll be an army of two
When your life's going wrong
Our love will be strong
Darling we'll be, an army of two
Oh forgiveness and you give me completeness
In everything you do and I know when I'm lost in this desperate world, you're my refuge
I want to fall down at your feet
Walk beside you in the street, be proud that you
Are here with me, in front of everyone
When the world is against you
I will protect you
Darling we'll be an army of two
When your life's going wrong
Our love will be strong
Darling we'll be, an army of two
When the world is against you
I will protect you
Darling we'll be an army of two
When your life's going wrong
Our love will be strong
Darling we'll be, an army of two
The lyrics of Dum Dums' song "Army of Two" are a proclamation of love and protection. The singer offers to shelter their loved one from the hardships of life, promising to be an unwavering ally in the face of adversity. The repeated phrase "army of two" speaks to the idea of two individuals standing together against the world, forming a united front. The singer acknowledges that the world can be harsh and unforgiving, but believes that they can find peace and forgiveness through their connection with their partner. Overall, the song is a powerful ode to the strength and resilience of love, and the importance of having someone to rely on in difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Look into these eyes of mine and take away my pain
I am asking you to understand my pain by looking into my eyes and make it go away.
Fall into my arms, tonight, let the world around us fade
Let's forget about everything else and just be together in this moment.
The rain will fall, our hearts will break
We will face tough times and hardships together.
But still I will be here beside you, right beside you...
I promise to always be by your side, no matter what.
When the world is against you
In times of trouble and adversity, when it seems like everyone is against you.
I will protect you
I will be your protector and keep you safe.
Darling we'll be an army of two
Together, just the two of us, we can take on anything the world throws at us.
When your life's going wrong
When everything seems to be falling apart and nothing is going your way.
Our love will be strong
Our love for each other will be the foundation that keeps us strong.
Oh forgiveness and you give me completeness
You complete me and your forgiveness makes me whole.
In everything you do and I know when I'm lost in this desperate world, you're my refuge
No matter what life throws at me, I know I can find refuge and comfort in you.
I want to fall down at your feet
I want to show my love and adoration for you in any way I can.
Walk beside you in the street, be proud that you
I want to stand beside you in public and show the world how proud I am to be with you.
Are here with me, in front of everyone
I want to show everyone that we are together and nothing can break us apart.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DOYLE
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Patrick Stocks
Look 👀 into these eyes 👀 of mine and take away my pain
Fall into my arms, tonight, let the world 🌍 around us fade
The rain ☔️ will fall, our hearts ♥️ will break
But still I will be here beside you, right beside you...
When the world 🌍 is against you
I will protect you
Darling we’ll be an army of 2
When your life’s going wrong
Our love 💕 will be strong 💪
Darling we’ll be, an army of 2
When the burdens of the world 🌍 are on me
And people seem unkind
I just need to be beside you
You give me peace ✌️ of mind
And when I fail to be everything
I tell you I will be
I know in your eyes 👀 I’ll find
Forgiveness for me
The rain ☔️ will fall, our hearts 💕 will break
But still I will be here beside you, right beside you...
When the world 🌍 is against you
I will protect you
Darling we’ll be an army of 2
When your life’s going wrong
Our love 💕 will be strong 💪
Darling we’ll be, an army of 2
When the world 🌍 is against you
I will protect you
Darling we’ll be an army of 2
When your life’s going wrong
Our love 💕 will be strong 💪
Darling we’ll be, an army of 2
Oh forgiveness and you give me completeness
In everything you do and I know when I’m lost in this desperate world 🌍 you’re my refuge
I want to fall down at your feet 🦶
Walk beside you in the street, be proud that you
Are here with me, in front of everyone
When the world 🌍 is against you
I will protect you
Darling we’ll be an army of 2
When your life’s going wrong
Our love 💕 will be strong 💪
Darling we’ll be, an army of 2
When the world 🌍 is against you
I will protect you
Darling we’ll be an army of 2
When your life’s going wrong
Our love 💓 will be strong 💪
Darling we’ll be, an army of 2
Ally J Bowie
The perfect swan song for the group who were sadly so short lived but made such a huge impact on me.
Keir Brook
Every few years I rediscover this band and appreciate how good they were, especially this song. Great to see Josh still active making music.
Allan Thomson
First dance at my wedding josh is a top guy seen him live 3 times always great
RG7621
Great song. I've always loved it and I remember buying the single. It's a shame the Dum Dums didn't make more songs.
ilibiliz
Love this song. Always have, always will.
Nicky A
Mine and my boyfriends song, has been ever since we first heard it, back in the days of going to see the Dumdums at their gigs ♥ absolutely adore it.
EllaDeanPendragon
Just found this song years after I first listened to it! Still as good as it was!
rayvenswrath
just found about this band.Im quite surprised they aren't as famous as they deserve to be.
Zero
great song loved it then love it even more now. well done lads
Maca0716
I have no idea how this song came into my head today but it did and I YouTubed and many memories came back. Great song.