In mid-1999, after releasing two video singles in the form of Dominoes and Beautiful, Fur Patrol went into the studio to record what would eventually be known as the album Pet. The first single, Now, was released in May alongside an excellent music video from Chris Graham at 2-D films. Pet, initially to be released in August 2000, (a full year after it was recorded) was finally released on October the 13th 2000. One of many successful New Zealand albums released at this time, Pet was delayed time and time again so it wouldn't be lost among the hype of the other top selling albums. Fortunately, their success at pulling the crowds in, including the General Electric tour, featuring the now defunct Weta and biggest band in the world, Pacifier aka Shihad, impressed both fans and critics alike. So impressed were the buying public that they raised Pet sales to platinum status, and a peak of number 7 on the national album charts. Meanwhile the Furs jumped over to Australia for their virgin trip, scoring the support slot for the Dandy Warhols. Australia was now on their minds.
Track number 5 from Pet, a little ditty named Lydia, soon became the most played song on radio and the Xmas number 1 in the country. This number 1 was the only New Zealand song to reach the top in 2000, surprising considering the popularity of NZ music growing at the time. They picked up 4 Tuis/NZ music awards, including single of the year for Lydia, and songwriter of the year for Julia. Fur Patrol performed their wee hearts out over the summer of 2000/2001 and after the orientation gigs in Feb/March 2001 leaped the ditch and set up camp in Melbourne, Australia, much to the dismay of their fans in New Zealand.
On arrival the band joined Australian band Motor Ace on a tour, followed up by a support slot for legendary former Split Enz/Crowded House singer Neil Finn. They continued gigging around and visited New Zealand once more in 2001 to play the By Hokey it's Fur Patrol tour with Betchadupa and Goodshirt.
In 2002, after NZ Orientation gigs, the Furs joined other Australiasian acts at the Fierce Festival in England, alongside fellow number 1 kiwi Che-Fu.
In October 2003 the Furs released the HIGHLY anticipated second album, "Collider" after working on it in London with producer Mark Wallis and have since been focusing mainly on Australia, where they are making quite an impact.
In October 2004, Steve Wells made the decision to leave Fur Patrol. Fur Patrol began life as a new mini-beast and on 14 May 2007 their first spawn in 3.5 years was released in NZ - the delightful EP "Long Distance Runner".
Up next - their first LP as a 3-piece. And the little world waits...
Get Along
Fur Patrol Lyrics
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A picture of just you and I
Cause you, you're such a pretty colour
And you would go so well with I
And me, I'd be the ground beneath your feet if you could be my sky
Hey you
Hey me
Hey we
Hey you
Hey me
Hey we
Yeah we could get along a lot
So tick tock
Take it over
Take it take it over I
Cuz you, you're such a pretty colour
And you would go so well with I
So come on baby let's paint pictures
I'll be the sun if you'll be sky
Me, I'll be the ground beneath you feet if you would be my sky
Hey you
Hey me
Hey we
Yeah could get along a lot
Hey you
Hey Me
Hey we
Yeah we could get along a lot
Hey you
Hey me
Hey we
Yeah we could get along a lot
So come on baby lets paint pictures
Pictures of just you and I
Cause you, you're such a pretty colour
And you would go so well with I
Hey you
Hey me
Hey we
Yeah could get along a lot
Hey you
Hey me
Hey we
Yeah we could get along a lot
The Fur Patrol's song "Get Along" is a love song that talks about two people who are meant to be together. The singer begins by saying that she wants to paint a picture of just the two of them, since they go so well together. She compares the person she is singing to "a pretty color" and says that she would like to be the "ground beneath your feet" if the other person could be her "sky". The chorus repeats the idea of them getting along a lot, and asking the person to take the lead in the relationship.
The two people in the song are portrayed as complementary, where the other person is seen as a source of support and stability. The singer is willing to be the shadow and play second fiddle to the other person. The song's energy is upbeat and hopeful, with a pop rock sound that reflects the joyful sentiments of the lyrics. The chorus seems to ask the question, why not give this a chance, hey we could get along a lot.
Many fans of Fur Patrol appreciate the song "Get Along" for its optimistic and encouraging tone. Its catchy beat and simple but sweet lyrics make it easy to sing along to. It's a song about love and the possibilities of a prosperous future together. It encourages listeners to take a risk and to be open-minded about potential partners.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to paint a little picture
I want to create a mental image of us together
A picture of just you and I
An image that features only us
Cause you, you're such a pretty colour
You have a striking, eye-catching appearance
And you would go so well with I
Our personalities will blend well together
And me, I'd be the ground beneath your feet if you could be my sky
I will be a steady and supportive presence in your life, while you provide a sense of freedom and possibility
Hey you
Hey, I see you there
Hey me
Hello, here I am
Hey we
And together, we can form something
Yeah could get along a lot
We have the potential to have a great relationship
So tick tock
Let's not waste any more time
Take it over
Let's take control of our connection
Take it take it over I
I will lead the way in making this happen
So come on baby let's paint pictures
Let's create a beautiful vision for our future together
I'll be the sun if you'll be sky
I can provide warmth and light to your life, if you can provide a sense of expansiveness and possibility
Hey you
Hey, I see you there
Hey me
Hello, here I am
Hey we
And together, we can form something
Yeah we could get along a lot
We have the potential to have a great relationship
Hey you
Hey, I see you there
Hey Me
Hello, here I am
Hey we
And together, we can form something
Yeah we could get along a lot
We have the potential to have a great relationship
So come on baby lets paint pictures
Let's create a beautiful vision for our future together
Pictures of just you and I
An image that features only us
Cause you, you're such a pretty colour
You have a striking, eye-catching appearance
And you would go so well with I
Our personalities will blend well together
Hey you
Hey, I see you there
Hey Me
Hello, here I am
Hey we
And together, we can form something
Yeah we could get along a lot
We have the potential to have a great relationship
Hey you
Hey, I see you there
Hey Me
Hello, here I am
Hey we
And together, we can form something
Yeah we could get along a lot
We have the potential to have a great relationship
Contributed by Chase C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@WankerSmurf
Thank you so much for putting this up. I directed this clip and haven't even thought about it in years. Its actually not as bad as i remember :p If you were an extra in it, thanx for sticking around all day. xx Sam
@Karena78
Yeah, I reckon I lost about 5 kilos doing that shoot! Good stuff :)
@lostIamb
I think Fur Patrol's album 'Pet' is a classic but I couldn't get into 'Collider'. However, this is my favourite Fur Patrol rock song. Awesome, thanks.
@style9635
Fuck this looks like fun! Hey you, hey me, hey we...Welcome to the pub in NZ.
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@ratpony
ya know i've never seen this video. well, until now.