Drawing from their Byron Bay roots, and combining unique prog-rock, their live show has seen E37’s fan base explode both in Melbourne and interstate. They are a regular fixture on the Melbourne live circuit, playing alongside such acts as Mammal, Jericco and Twelve Foot Ninja.
In 2010 the band released their second EP "Atmosphere", recorded with producer Jarrad Hearman (Mammal, Trial Kennedy) and mixing extraordinaire Forrester Savell (The Butterfly Effect, Karnivool).
In 2011 they released The Live DVD - "Becoming Atmosphere".
2012 saw the release of the Single "Watermark" as well as the "Becoming Atmosphere" LIVE album.
In early 2013 the band made the decision to drop the 'Three Seven" from the band name for simplicity reasons, and now go by "Engine". Also styled as Engin3. They have released two new singles: "World War Away" and "Torn Asunder" since Changing their name.
2014 will see the release of the band's Debut Full length, to be entitled - "The Energy of Everything".
Cops
Engine Three Seven Lyrics
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My misdirection I don't know
It's such a nice badge, pen and a note pad
Sorry about that I don't know
Cut all the crystals cock all the pistols
Malevolent evidence aurora borealis
Way to put the blinkers on
Where to put the blinkers
Cops in the ceiling shapes were revealing
Dodecahedrons I don't know
Cut all the crystals sock all the pistols
Malevolent evidence aurora borealis
Wait a minute cattle prod, way to put it
Way to put the blinkers on
Where to lose the blinkers
It's my right to be defiantly a world away
Enlighten me am I not worthy
Paranoia, cops and lawyers
Leave me down here
Wait a minute cattle prod, way to put it
Way to put the blinkers on
Where to lose the blinkers
It's my right to be defiantly a world away
Enlighten me am I not worthy
Wait a minute...
The lyrics to Engine Three Seven's song "Cops" are open to interpretation, but there are a few themes and ideas that seem to be present throughout the song. The first verse seems to describe a situation where the police are questioning someone in their bedroom, possibly in relation to a crime or an investigation. The singer seems confused about what is happening and is struggling to come up with coherent responses to the officers' questions. They are also fixated on the police officer's badge, pen and note pad, perhaps as a symbol of their authority.
The second part of the song contains the repeated line "cut all the crystals, cock all the pistols", which is somewhat cryptic. It could be interpreted as a call to arms or a statement of aggression, but it's not entirely clear. The reference to the Aurora Borealis - the natural phenomenon known as the Northern Lights - adds to the enigmatic tone of the lyrics. The later verses contain more references to strange shapes and symbols, and the idea of being restrained by a cattle prod and blinders.
Ultimately, the lyrics suggest a feeling of paranoia and fear in the face of authority, whether that be law enforcement or the legal system. The repeated plea to "enlighten me, am I not worthy?" suggests that the singer feels marginalized and oppressed by those in power.
Line by Line Meaning
Cops in the bedroom forming a question
Police officers are in the room trying to ask something
My misdirection I don't know
I am not aware of any misleading information given to law enforcement
It's such a nice badge, pen and a note pad
The police have official-looking equipment
Sorry about that I don't know
I am apologizing but do not have any information
Cut all the crystals cock all the pistols
Destroy all drugs and prepare weapons for use
Malevolent evidence aurora borealis
Harmful proof of wrongdoing is present like the Northern Lights
Wait a minute cattle prod, way to put it
Pause, a cattle prod is used for control, it's effective
Way to put the blinkers on
You have blinded me from seeing the true situation
Where to put the blinkers
Where to redirect my focus away from the truth
Cops in the ceiling shapes were revealing
Police officers hidden above are exposing something
Dodecahedrons I don't know
There are complex shapes around, but I don't understand what they mean
It's my right to be defiantly a world away
I am allowed to be uncooperative and distant
Enlighten me am I not worthy
Please tell me if I am not deserving of understanding
Paranoia, cops and lawyers
Anxiety, law enforcement and legal professionals are present
Leave me down here
Let me stay where I am
Contributed by Leah H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.