Their second album, 'Trouble in Paradise' (recorded at Melbourne's 'Sing Sing Studios') was produced by Sal Villanueva (Thursday, Taking Back Sunday) and mixed in his New Jersey studio 'Big Blue Meenie'. It was released in New Zealand on October the 24th, 2005; its singles were '11:57', 'Burn', 'You Are', and 'One Left Standing'.
The band's third, self-titled album was released in 2008. The band hasn't released any new material since (except for an unreleased track from sessions for their third album, 'Slow Down Boy'), but toured New Zealand in 2011 and 2017.
Elemeno P are:
Dave Gibson (Singer/Songwriter),
Justyn Pilbrow (Songwriter/Guitarist),
Lani Purkis (Bass/Backing Vocals) and
Scotty Pearson (Drums/Backing Vocals)
Band Website.
Big Band Nirvana
Elemeno P Lyrics
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we are of course Elemeno P
with our good friends The Roach Box Big Band
and the arrangements by Mr. Godfree, The Groove)
I like Nirvana
It doesn't mean I'll shoot myself, shoot myself
Live with your momma
Need her
I got my seven favourite records and I play them on my stereo
Did I ever mention you'd look wicked in my video
Situation vacant ever since I let you get away
Thank you for your crap advice I didn't need it anyway
Hey
I like Nirvana
It doesn't mean I'll shoot myself, shoot myself
I feel mistreated
Doesn't mean I rate myself
Hate myself
I got my seven favourite records and I play them on my stereo
Did I ever mention you'd look wicked in my video
Situation vacant ever since I let you get away
Thank you for your crap advice I didn't need it anyway
More (more)
Wonder what's in store (store)
Heard it all before (fore)
Stayed up once again till four for you (you)
What ya gonna choose (choose)
Either way you lose (lose)
Losing was the least of it told you(you)
The harder I pursue (you)
The less I seemed to find (find)
Poisoned by you lemon rind find me
Wiser than before, on my video
You'd look wicked in my video
Oh oh ohoh oh
(Its time for the trombone ladies and gentlemen
I got my seven favourite records and I play them on my stereo
did I ever mention you'd look wicked in my video
Situation vacant ever since I let you get away
Thank you for your crap advice I didn't need it anyway
Seven favourite records
I got my seven favourite records
I got my seven favourite records
and I play them on my steoreo
The song "Big Band Nirvana" by Elemeno P is a mixture of rock music and jazz as they collaborate with their friends, The Roach Box Big Band, and Mr. Godfree to create a unique sound. The lyrics are about the singer's love for Nirvana, but it does not mean that he will commit suicide as people stereotype the fans of the band. He also talks about how he does not need his mom's help, but he enjoys living with her. The song is also about a past relationship that did not work out, and he still thinks about the person who got away.
The chorus of the song emphasizes how loving Nirvana does not have to lead to suicidal thoughts. It also talks about the importance of self-love and how mistreatment does not define a person's worth. The verses express the singer's love for his seven favorite records and how he finds joy in listening to them on his stereo. He also mentions how his past partner's advice was not needed, and he does not regret letting them go.
Line by Line Meaning
I like Nirvana
I enjoy listening to Nirvana's music
It doesn't mean I'll shoot myself, shoot myself
My appreciation for Nirvana's music should not be mistakenly associated with suicidal tendencies
Live with your momma
Being with your mother is not necessarily a sign of weakness
It doesn't mean you need her help
Living with your mom does not mean that you are not independent and self-reliant
Need her
It's up to you whether to seek assistance from your mother or not
I got my seven favourite records and I play them on my stereo
I have a collection of seven favourite albums that I often listen to on my stereo system
Did I ever mention you'd look wicked in my video
Have I ever told you that you would look great in a music video I might produce
Situation vacant ever since I let you get away
Ever since we parted ways, my life has felt empty and unsatisfying
Thank you for your crap advice I didn't need it anyway
I appreciate your opinion, but it wasn't helpful or necessary
I feel mistreated
I sense that I am not being treated fairly
Doesn't mean I rate myself
Being mistreated does not diminish my self-worth
Hate myself
I do not hate myself despite feeling mistreated
More (more)
There is still more to say or do
Wonder what's in store (store)
Curious about what the future holds
Heard it all before (fore)
I am familiar with these situations or arguments
Stayed up once again till four for you (you)
I made an effort for you, even sacrificing my sleep
What ya gonna choose (choose)
I wonder which option you will pick
Either way you lose (lose)
Whichever option you choose has drawbacks or consequences
Losing was the least of it told you(you)
I warned you earlier that losing was only part of the issue
The harder I pursue (you)
The more I try to reach you or win you over
The less I seemed to find (find)
My efforts do not seem to result in progress towards my goal
Poisoned by you lemon rind find me
You left me with something unpleasant and disappointing, like the bitter taste of a lemon rind
Wiser than before, on my video
I have learned from my past experiences and will incorporate them into my future projects
You'd look wicked in my video
I believe you would be a great addition to a music video I may create
(Its time for the trombone ladies and gentlemen
Attention to the upcoming musical performance featuring trombones
Seven favourite records
I have narrowed down my favourite albums to just seven
I got my seven favourite records
I currently have the seven albums I enjoy listening to
and I play them on my stereo
I often listen to these albums on my stereo system
Contributed by Christian I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.