"Shootenanny!" was released on June 3, 2003 by record label DreamWorks. The album peaked at number 145 on the Billboard 200.
Saturday Morning
Eels Lyrics
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Who's gonna play with me?
Six in the morning, baby
I got a long, long day ahead of me
The parents are sleeping soundly
The neighbors are dead as wood
I'm getting up and coming over
Nothing's ever gonna happen 'round here
If we don't make it happen
Sleep away the day if you want to
But I got something that I gonna do
It's Saturday morning
And this ain't the place for me
I'm giving you warning, baby
We got a whole big, fat world to see
Nothing's ever gonna happen 'round here
If we don't make it happen
Sleep away the day if you want to
But I got something that I gonna do
It's Saturday morning
And who's gonna play with me?
Six in the morning, baby
I got a long, long day ahead of me
Saturday morning
Saturday morning
The lyrics to Eels' song "Saturday Morning" capture the restless energy of childhood and the desire to break free from the monotony of suburban life. The song starts by setting the scene on a Saturday morning with the singer asking, "Who's gonna play with me?" The singer describes the quietness of the neighborhood, with parents and neighbors still sleeping. The child is excited about the day ahead despite the early hour, knowing there is a lot of fun to be had.
As the song progresses, the lyrics suggest that the child is bored with the mundanity of the neighborhood and the lack of adventure. The lyrics emphasize that "nothing's ever gonna happen 'round here, if we don't make it happen." The child is determined to rock the neighborhood and make their own fun, even if they have to do it alone. The child acknowledges that while others might choose to sleep the day away, they have something they want to do and see in the world.
Overall, the song is a nostalgic reflection on the restlessness and yearning for adventure that many of us experience as children. It emphasizes the importance of being proactive and making our own fun, even if it means stepping out of our comfort zones.
Line by Line Meaning
Saturday morning
The start of the weekend, which is a time for fun and play.
Who's gonna play with me?
Asking for companionship to enjoy the day with.
Six in the morning, baby
Waking up early to make the most out of the day.
I got a long, long day ahead of me
The day is packed with activities and there is excitement for what's to come.
The parents are sleeping soundly
The adults are not aware or concerned about the children's plans for the day.
The neighbors are dead as wood
The area is quiet and no one else is awake yet.
We gotta rock the neighborhood
The singer and their companions plan to create energy and activity in their community.
Nothing's ever gonna happen 'round here
The environment and community are stagnant and uneventful without effort.
If we don't make it happen
The artist and their companions must take action to bring excitement and adventure to their day.
Sleep away the day if you want to
It is possible to let time pass without any effort or activity.
But I got something that I gonna do
The singer has plans and ideas for the day and intends to follow through with them.
And this ain't the place for me
The artist recognizes that there is more to the world than their current environment and seeks adventure elsewhere.
I'm giving you warning, baby
The singer is informing others that they plan to leave and encourages them to join in on the fun.
We got a whole big, fat world to see
There are endless possibilities and experiences to be had beyond the current environment.
Saturday morning
Reiteration of the start to the weekend and the potential for a fun day.
Saturday morning
Reiteration of the start to the weekend and the potential for a fun day.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KELLY LOGSDON, MARK O. EVERETT
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@justincoleman1692
This is the song you play first at the start of a very long road trip
@leonardo3089able
the oc is timeless!!
@paulmccafffery5231
I play this every Tuesday night cause I live life on the edge!!
@bag2963
Hello Paul, how are you now? Hope you are doing well and are happy.
@campbellrocksagain
I've listened to this tune every Saturday morning for years now. Had a nightmare woke me up fast. But this tune makes things better
@andrewwhitbread9362
"when there is no more room left in hell the dead shall walk the earth."
- MELNORME.
@paulelliott3220
Great song from a great artist
Saturday morning baby
Love Eels, saw them last night and they were tremendous
Keep it Eels people
@Atarismania
WHAT A GREAT BAND!!!! electro shock blues the best album the best theme..the best reason!
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Una maravilla!!!!!!🇪🇸
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