They are not from Ohio.
EFO's early sound was almost entirely acoustic, including such unusual touches as hand percussion, though over the years they have gradually shifted towards incorporating more electric instruments. EFO's focus on rich harmonies and literate, quirky songwriting has remained strong. Though they have been playing their own smart, tuneful songs (by songwriters Schaefer and Clem) since the beginning of their 15-year existence, the band's repertoire also includes some notable covers of songs by The Byrds and Blues Traveler.
The band has won several WAMMIES (music awards given to bands from the Washington D.C. area) and tours throughout the United States.
Horse
Eddie From Ohio Lyrics
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on matters involving the heart
There are unions meant to be broken
and some that should never start
You can fall for a woman who's taken
or a mistress who's feeling remorse
but you don't want to ever encounter
Don't fall for a girl who fell for a horse
Just to be number two in her world
Run from that stable
As fast as you're able
Don't hitch her trailer
Your pickup will fail her
Don't do battle
when she's in the saddle
Run from the stable now
from that horseback riding girl
Some men won the heart of a mermaid
but never of Catherine the Great
a royal with love for a stallion
a pair they could not separate
Suffer through "National Velvet"
then you may just know why
a sober Elizabeth Taylor
fell for a beast named Pie
CHORUS
You don't get between a dog & her bone
you don't get between a queen and her throne
don't get between the sole of a shoe and a stone
and there's one pair you leave alone
you can chew on the grass of Kentucky
it won't sprout you two more legs
you won't get the speed of a philly
from strappin on their food bags
you can trot through Eastern Virginia
Gallop Chincoteque on all fours
no wildfire maiden will tame you
might as well stay on shore
cuz, fella, you ain't no horse
CHORUS
The song "Horse" by Eddie From Ohio is a cautionary tale about falling in love with someone who loves their horse more than anything else. The lyrics suggest that there are some loves that should be avoided altogether, and loving someone who is in love with their horse falls under that category. The song references historical examples such as Catherine the Great, who reportedly had a love affair with a stallion that she kept inside her palace. The song also references the novel and movie "National Velvet," in which a young Elizabeth Taylor falls in love with a horse named Pie.
The chorus of the song warns the listener not to fall for a girl who has fallen for a horse, as it will only lead to disappointment and frustration. The lyrics suggest that attempting to compete with a horse for someone's affection is a losing battle, and that it's better to simply run away from the situation. The verses describe the ways in which horses are different from humans, and how attempting to be like a horse is ultimately futile.
Overall, "Horse" is a humorous and playful song that uses historical references and clever wordplay to make its point. It suggests that sometimes, the best thing to do is to avoid certain types of relationships altogether, for fear of being left in the dust.
Line by Line Meaning
History's chockfull of wisdom
Throughout history, people have learned many lessons
on matters involving the heart
specifically concerning romantic relationships
There are unions meant to be broken
Some relationships are destined to end
and some that should never start
and some relationships are not worth pursuing
You can fall for a woman who's taken
You can develop feelings for a woman in a committed relationship
or a mistress who's feeling remorse
or a woman who is experiencing guilt for having an affair
but you don't want to ever encounter
but you should avoid at all costs
the gal who's in love with her horse
a woman who is romantically involved with her horse
Don't fall for a girl who fell for a horse
Do not become involved with a woman who has feelings for her horse
Just to be number two in her world
You will always be the second priority in her life
Run from that stable
Get away from that situation as soon as possible
As fast as you're able
Leave quickly and do not look back
Don't hitch her trailer
Do not attach yourself to her and her horse
Your pickup will fail her
She will not be satisfied with a conventional vehicle
Don't do battle
Do not try to compete with her horse for her affection
when she's in the saddle
when she is riding her horse
Run from the stable now
Leave the situation immediately
from that horseback riding girl
from that woman who is in love with her horse
Some men won the heart of a mermaid
Some men have been able to win the love of a mythical creature like a mermaid
but never of Catherine the Great
but none could win the love of a powerful woman like Catherine the Great
a royal with love for a stallion
who had a romantic interest in a horse
a pair they could not separate
and nothing could tear them apart
Suffer through 'National Velvet'
Watch the film 'National Velvet', despite the emotional anguish it may cause
then you may just know why
After watching the movie, you may understand why
a sober Elizabeth Taylor
an actress known for her beauty and talent
fell for a beast named Pie
developed feelings for a horse named Pie
You don't get between a dog & her bone
Don't interfere with something that someone else considers very important
you don't get between a queen and her throne
Do not try to take something that someone else considers their rightful property
don't get between the sole of a shoe and a stone
Do not come between something that is tightly wedged and difficult to separate
and there's one pair you leave alone
And specifically, when it comes to romantic relationships, you should avoid those involving a woman and her horse
you can chew on the grass of Kentucky
Eating Kentucky grass will not make you into a horse
it won't sprout you two more legs
Eating Kentucky grass will not give you additional limbs
you won't get the speed of a philly
You cannot gain the speed and agility of a female horse
from strappin on their food bags
by putting on their food bags
you can trot through Eastern Virginia
You can travel through Eastern Virginia at a horse's pace
Gallop Chincoteque on all fours
You can mimic horse behavior while visiting Chincoteque
no wildfire maiden will tame you
You will never be able to be tamed like a horse
might as well stay on shore
You might as well stay away from anything horse-related
cuz, fella, you ain't no horse
Because, as a human, you are not the same as a horse
Contributed by Brayden H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.