1) Felt was a 1980s UK in… Read Full Bio ↴There are four artists with the name Felt:
1) Felt was a 1980s UK indie band hailing from Birmingham, led by enigmatic Lawrence Hayward (or, just "Lawrence" for preference), and usually included guitarist Maurice Deebank and drummer Gary Ainge.
The band claimed to have released ten albums and ten singles in ten years but actually released 11 singles if you include their debut Index on Shanghai Packaging. They were influenced by, among others, New York band Television and 60's icon Bob Dylan. Forming in 1979, Felt never broke through to the mainstream, but enjoyed a substantial cult following. Throughout the early 1980s, Felt released a number of oblique, minimalistic guitar pop gems. In 1986 they broke through with the single "Primitive Painters" (featuring the Cocteau Twins' Elizabeth Fraser), and the album "Forever Breathes The Lonely Word". Here, Hayward's trademark melodic songs are matched by a fuller sound - catchy organ lines from Martin Duffy (now with Primal Scream) and Deebank's cascading guitars feature throughout.
Following this, releases in 1987 of Poem Of The River, in 1988 of The Pictorial Jackson Review, and in 1989 of Me And A Monkey On The Moon, cemented Felt's cult following and reputation, before Hayward split the band up to pursue 70s-influenced project, Denim, and subsequently Go-Kart Mozart.
Felt's influence continues to reverberate in the music of current bands like Belle and Sebastian who have acknowledged their admiration.
2) Felt is a collaboration between emcees Murs (Nick Carter) and Slug (Sean Daley of Atmosphere). The group has released two albums so far, with the first one being produced by Murs' fellow Living Legends member the grouch and the second one with Slugs long time beat maker ant behind the boards.
according to the Rhymesayers website (their label):
FELT is a musical collaboration with the long-term goal of having sex with b-level Hollywood actresses. On tour back in 2001, Murs and Slug were in a van driving from Eugene, OR to San Francisco, CA. Near Weed, CA on highway 5 South, there was a heated discussion over which rapper had the better chance of sleeping with Christina Ricci. Murs and Slug decided to make a record dedicated to Christina Ricci (with the hope of either Murs or Slug succeeding in having sex with her). Built on friendly competition, it was also an experiment to see if a rap record would be able to help breathe new life into her career.
The duo is coming at it once again with Aesop Rock taking control of the production. Felt 3 A Tribute to Rosie Perez was released in 2009.
3) Felt was an early '70 band from Alabama. Their sole album, titled FELT and issued in 1971, is full of good guitar work and fine vocals, and has become a very rare collectors' item. The band's leader Myke Jackson also made a solo album.
4) FELT is a Japanese doujinshi circle primarily focusing on the Touhou franchise, comprising of around 10 members. Their first album released in 2010, titled Milky Wink. They primarily focus on Ambient and Pop but also do Electronic vocal tracks as well. In 2020, it was announced on Twitter that the next album after Last Wink is going to be their final album as FELT believe they will disband afterwards.
September Lady
Felt Lyrics
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You better take that smile and run
September lady's not for me
You can try someone new
Garrulous woman
Her mind is all made up
Her face is a mess
September lady's just woke up
You go straight into her
And you know just what it is, know just what it is
Maybe I could reach for a star
A star is what I was hoping for
Maybe I could for the moon
Maybe we'll be there soon
I go into the pillow
Your head is underneath
There's blood on your legs
Your burning in the heat
You open wide, the sheets I slip inside
And you look so beatiful
And I know just what it is, know just what it is
September lady's just woke up
You better take that smile and run
September lady's not for me
You can try someone new
The song "September Lady" by Felt is a melancholic and reflective piece that describes the singer's encounter with a woman who he describes as "September lady". The song is open to interpretation, but one can surmise that "September lady" represents a person who is grappling with something in her life and offers the singer some sort of fleeting comfort. The opening line "September lady's just woke up" suggests that the woman is emerging from a period of emotional turmoil, and the singer advises the listener to "take that smile and run", possibly indicating that the woman is not reaady for a relationship.
The second verse of the song gives the listener more insight into the singer's thoughts and feelings. The line "Maybe I could reach for a star" underscores the singer's hope for something more significant, yet the uncertainty of the situation haunts him. Similarly, the singer's yearning for the "moon" suggests an unattainable goal or a metaphorical ideal. The final verse shifts the tone towards a more sensual and intimate space, as the singer slips into bed with the woman described earlier. The vulnerability and tenderness of the lyrics suggest that the singer has feelings for the woman, but the narrative closes with the affirmation that "September lady" is not for him.
Line by Line Meaning
September lady's just woke up
The woman he is referring to is just coming to terms with reality and may not be in the best frame of mind.
You better take that smile and run
Her smile might cause trouble or danger and it would be best to move away from her.
September lady's not for me
He knows that he should avoid this woman because she is not a good match for him.
You can try someone new
He suggests the idea of finding someone who is better suited for her.
Garrulous woman
The woman he is referring to is talkative and may have a lot to say.
Her mind is all made up
She has a set opinion about something and is not willing to change her mind.
Her face is a mess
She may not be as put-together as she appears to be on the surface.
And when she tells you, she tells you what to do
She can be controlling and may try to manipulate those around her.
You go straight into her
It is easy to be taken in by her and submit to her will.
And you know just what it is, know just what it is
He is aware of the type of person she is and the power she holds over others.
Maybe I could reach for a star
He is considering a pursuit that may be difficult to attain or achieve.
A star is what I was hoping for
He had hopes and aspirations for something that may now be out of reach.
Maybe I could for the moon
He may consider going for something that is still challenging, but more attainable than reaching for a star.
Maybe we'll be there soon
He has hope that he and whoever he is addressing will achieve their goals and aspirations together.
I go into the pillow
He is retreating and not facing the world or situation at hand.
Your head is underneath
The person he is addressing seems to be hiding or laying low.
There's blood on your legs
There may be something wrong or painful happening to this person.
Your burning in the heat
They may be experiencing strong emotions or feelings.
You open wide, the sheets I slip inside
He is becoming intimate with whoever he is addressing.
And you look so beautiful
He admires the person he is addressing and finds them attractive.
Contributed by Adeline N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ander Son
September lady's just woke up
You better take that smile and run
September lady's not for me
You can try someone new
Garrulous woman
Her mind is all made up
Her face is a mess
September lady's just woke up
And when she tells you, she tells you what to do
You go straight into her
And you know just what it is, know just what it is
Maybe I could reach for a star
A star is what I was hoping for
Maybe I could for the moon
Maybe we'll be there soon
I go into the pillow
Your head is underneath
There's blood on your legs
Your burning in the heat
You open wide, the sheets I slip inside
And you look so beatiful
And I know just what it is, know just what it is
September lady's just woke up
You better take that smile and run
September lady's not for me
You can try someone new
Jules Brown Off The Cuff Reviews
One of my favourite Felt songs. Still sounds beautiful a crazy 35 years after I first heard it. Those backing vocals!
RoofLight00
Beautiful track from a great LP. It's not Maurice though and it shows.
But like I said, a wonderful record and for me, Felt's last great LP.
I can remember the first time I heard this Felt album in October when the leaves on the trees were changing colours.
Autumn's been and gone now......
Jake Dryzal
So beautiful. Thank you, Lawrence.
Patricia Cárdenas
this album is so relevant
Jacob Lara
Felt are so under rated
Karl Lux Lusitania
Goddam Lawrence ... he KNEW about the timing of timeless !!!
Ander Son
September lady's just woke up
You better take that smile and run
September lady's not for me
You can try someone new
Garrulous woman
Her mind is all made up
Her face is a mess
September lady's just woke up
And when she tells you, she tells you what to do
You go straight into her
And you know just what it is, know just what it is
Maybe I could reach for a star
A star is what I was hoping for
Maybe I could for the moon
Maybe we'll be there soon
I go into the pillow
Your head is underneath
There's blood on your legs
Your burning in the heat
You open wide, the sheets I slip inside
And you look so beatiful
And I know just what it is, know just what it is
September lady's just woke up
You better take that smile and run
September lady's not for me
You can try someone new
mk is watoo
I've never understood anything in these lyrics
inasummerway
Sounds like Lou Reed kinda.
Caroline Härdter
Not accidentally, since Lou Reed is Lawrence's favorite singer.