The core of Geggy Tah comprises Greg Kurstin and Tommy Jordan. Each of them has a younger sister who was unable to pronounce her brother's name when very young; "Geggy" and "Tah" were the baby girls' mispronunciations of their brother's names.
Geggy Tah's first release, Grand Opening, appeared in 1994 on David Byrne's Luaka Bop label. For their 1996 release Sacred Cow, they added drummer Daren Hahn to the lineup. Also on Luaka Bop, the album spawned the hit single "Whoever You Are." The song appeared in a Mercedes commercial circa 2001.
In 1999, the band announced a new album entitled Music Inspired by The Fragrance, and released two songs ("Space Heater" and "Sweat") on the web in mp3 format. However (in part because of Luaka Bop's move from Warner Brothers to Virgin Records) the album went unreleased until 2001, by which point it had acquired a new title: Into The Oh.
Tucked In
Geggy Tah Lyrics
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Is love for some reason
Forbidden, free, in prison
Free for the taking
The obvious can be far-fetched
Like a stick in a salivating
Mouth of a dog
Sweating
Tucked in, hidden
Is love for some reason
Forbidden, free, in prison
Free for the taking
The obvious can be far-fetched
Like a stick in a salivating
Mouth of a dog
Sweating
Sweating
Tucked in, hidden
Is love for some reason
Forbidden, free, in prison
Free for the taking
The obvious can be far-fetched
Like a stick in a salivating
Mouth of a dog
Sweating
Sweating
Sweating
Sweating
Tucked in, hidden
Is love for some reason
Forbidden, free, in prison
Free for the taking
The obvious can be far-fetched
Like a stick in a salivating
Mouth of a dog
Sweating
Sweating
Sweating
The lyrics of Geggy Tah's Tucked In seem to be reflectively talking about love and how it can be both hidden and forbidden, yet free and available for the taking. The repetition of the first four lines emphasizes the idea that love can be tucked away and out of reach for some reason. The use of the words “forbidden” and “in prison” suggest that societal norms and restrictions may be hindering the expression of love. However, the line “free for the taking” indicates that despite societal norms, love can still be claimed by those who desire it. The lyrics also suggest that what may seem obvious to some can be far-fetched and unattainable to others. The simile “like a stick in a salivating mouth of a dog” portrays the idea that love can be so close yet so unattainable which can cause frustration and angst. The repetition of “sweating” adds intensity to the emotions and mental struggle associated with love.
The overall meaning of Tucked In seems to express that the journey towards love can sometimes be a struggle due to societal restrictions and personal barriers, but love is ultimately attainable for those who seek it. It suggests that love may be right in front of us, yet it may be difficult to recognize and obtain.
Line by Line Meaning
Tucked in, hidden
There is a love that is concealed and not easily seen
Is love for some reason
This hidden love exists for an unknown purpose
Forbidden, free, in prison
This love is both restricted and unrestrained, simultaneously held captive and set free
Free for the taking
This love is available and accessible for whoever wants it
The obvious can be far-fetched
The simplest things can be hard to believe or understand
Like a stick in a salivating
Similar to a bone that arouses a dog's appetite and desire
Mouth of a dog
The physical embodiment of the dog's desire
Sweating
An emotional response triggered by the anticipation and longing for that which is desired
Contributed by Parker V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Joel Johnson
on Whoever You Are
This song is so catchy, so great in every way. This song can NEVER get old.