Their debut album release, 2002's 'Routine Irregular' (Featuring two of the 3 songs from J.I.A.H.Y., 'Tri' and 'Off Line') and follow-up, 2003's somewhat advanced and natural sounding release 'Circles' were widely critically acclaimed but failed to bring the band to mainstream attention.
The deperture of vocalist Olly marked a new direction for the band. Fony's third album with new vocalist Fraser, titled 'Mercy After Fiction', introduced a more ambient and indie-influenced sound.
Unfortunately Fony have since parted ways, marking a sad end to a promising band.
Perry Mason
Fony Lyrics
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And with one pull of the trigger he would vanish overnight
Dancing by the roadside, holding on for dear life
Then a gun from out of nowhere made a widow of his wife
I dont mind, single file down the runway
Feelin fine, then I'll see you my friend
Over and over again
Who can we get on this case?
We need Perry Mason
Someone to put you in place
Calling Perry Mason
Riding painted horses, oh the kids they love it so
You can see it on their faces, how they love the wind to blow
Minding my own business like my mama always said
But if I dont try to help him they could wind up on the front page
I dont mind, draw the line then draw me an arrow
Feelin fine, then I'll see you my friend
Over and over again
Who can we get on this case?
We need Perry Mason
Someone to put you in place
Calling Perry Mason
Wake me when its over, tell me its all right
Just keep on talking baby, I've been doing this all night
How much did you give me, tell me it'll be all right
Who can we get on this case?
We need Perry Mason
Someone to put you in place
Calling Ozzy Osbourne, yeah
The lyrics of Fony's song "Perry Mason" tell the story of a man who is unexpectedly shot and killed while on his way to dinner, leaving his wife a widow. The singer of the song then ponders who can help bring justice for this crime and decides that the only person up to the task is Perry Mason, a fictional detective/lawyer from the television series of the same name.
The rest of the lyrics seem to allude to the chaos and uncertainty that often follow a tragic event. The singer mentions riding painted horses and kids loving the wind to blow, which could represent the fleeting joys of life that are often quickly overshadowed by tragedy. The line "Minding my own business like my mama always said" could be interpreted as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of staying vigilant and aware of your surroundings.
The repeated refrain of "Who can we get on this case? We need Perry Mason" speaks to the desire for justice and closure after a terrible event like a murder. The final line, "Calling Ozzy Osbourne, yeah," seems to be a playful nod to the fact that both Ozzy Osbourne and Perry Mason are known for their larger-than-life personalities and roles in popular culture.
Line by Line Meaning
On his way to dinner when it took him by suprise
He was just on his way to eat, when something unexpected happened.
And with one pull of the trigger he would vanish overnight
His life ended suddenly with just a single shot.
Dancing by the roadside, holding on for dear life
He was clinging to life while everything around him seemed hectic and chaotic.
Then a gun from out of nowhere made a widow of his wife
His wife was killed suddenly and unexpectedly by an unknown assailant.
I dont mind, single file down the runway
I am okay with following others in a straight line on the runway.
Feelin fine, then I'll see you my friend
I am feeling good and looking forward to seeing my friend soon.
Over and over again
This experience has repeated itself multiple times in my life.
Who can we get on this case?
We need to find someone to help us with this situation.
We need Perry Mason
We specifically need the help of Perry Mason, a fictional lawyer often portrayed in popular culture.
Someone to put you in place
We need someone who can hold you accountable for your actions.
Calling Perry Mason
We are specifically reaching out to Perry Mason for his legal expertise.
Riding painted horses, oh the kids they love it so
The children enjoy riding the colorful horses so much.
You can see it on their faces, how they love the wind to blow
Their joy is clearly visible on their faces, especially when the wind blows through their hair.
Minding my own business like my mama always said
I am trying to focus on my own affairs, as my mother often advised me to do.
But if I dont try to help him they could wind up on the front page
If I don't intervene and try to help, this situation could gain unwanted attention and publicity.
I dont mind, draw the line then draw me an arrow
I am fine with creating boundaries, and even pointing out where those boundaries are.
Wake me when its over, tell me its all right
I don't want to deal with this situation right now, just let me know when it's resolved.
Just keep on talking baby, I've been doing this all night
I am experiencing fatigue from dealing with this issue for an extended period of time.
How much did you give me, tell me it'll be all right
I need to know how much help I will receive, and that everything will turn out okay in the end.
Calling Ozzy Osbourne, yeah
This line is likely meant to be interpreted humorously, as Ozzy Osbourne is not a legal professional and cannot offer any help in this situation.
Contributed by Jackson C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.