Coming together in 2006 to perform at a Christmas concert, they subsequently decided to continue working together, releasing their debut EP, Oh My, in 2007. They released their first full-length album, The Good Lovelies, in 2009, and followed up with the Christmas-themed EP Under the Mistletoe later the same year.
"Let the Rain Fall" was released in 2011, and "Burn the Plan" in 2015.
In February 2018 Good Lovelies released the digital version of their album, "Shapeshifters", which featured a shift from their usual folk to a more pop music sound.
"Evergreen" followed in 2019 and "We Will Never Be The Same " in 2023.
I Want
Good Lovelies Lyrics
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Soon I won't be walking on egg shells
Empty my pink piggy bank of quarters
Pack my clothes in Grandpa's old suitcase
I want to race down the free way
To Nashville in US of A
I'll stop looking over my shoulder
Build a home, a swing set in the back yard
Sunday barbeque with all my friends
Ceasars on the porch on any evening
Light a fire and dance our cares away
I want to sing by the ocean
Wading pants rolled to my knees
Swim suit, no suit, barefoot on the seashore
Sun-kissed by time I hit the hay
(whistling)
Tip your hat and spin me round the dance floor
Throw your line and try to reel me in
Getting warmer so what are you waiting for
Go for broke and catch me if you can
I want to sing by the ocean
I want to live by the sea
I will sing this ditty for my best friend
My best friend she likes me either way
I want to race down the free way
To Nashville in US of A
I'll stop looking over my shoulder
Goodbye hard times getting on my way
Goodbye hard times getting on my way
The song "I Want" by Good Lovelies is about the idea of leaving behind a difficult situation and starting anew. The first verse speaks of a simple afternoon that follows a time of strife, where the singer won't have to walk on eggshells or worry about hard times getting in their way. They pack their clothes in their grandpa's old suitcase and empty their pink piggy bank of quarters, symbolizing a simplistic and hopeful escape.
The chorus speaks of the desire to drive down to Nashville, where the singer hopes to start a new life. They want to build a home with a swing set in the backyard, host barbeques with friends, and light fires to dance their cares away. The second verse describes the singer's dream of living by the ocean, where they can sing while wading in the water and enjoy the warmth of the sun. The song concludes with the singer asking someone to spin them around the dance floor, catch them if they can, and ultimately saying goodbye to hard times getting in their way.
Line by Line Meaning
Soon a simple afternoon will follow
In the near future, I anticipate a calm, uneventful afternoon.
Soon I won't be walking on egg shells
Soon, I will no longer feel anxious or nervous in my current situation.
Empty my pink piggy bank of quarters
I plan to take all my saved coins from my childhood piggy bank to fund my travels.
Pack my clothes in Grandpa's old suitcase
I will use my grandfather's old luggage to pack my belongings for my trip.
I want to race down the free way
I desire to drive quickly down the highway without any restrictions or obstacles.
To Nashville in US of A
I have a specific destination in mind, which is Nashville, Tennessee in the United States.
I'll stop looking over my shoulder
I plan to leave my problems behind and stop worrying about what's behind me.
Leave hard times they're getting in my way
I want to leave behind any difficulties or struggles that are obstructing my path in life.
Build a home, a swing set in the back yard
I want to construct a house with a backyard that includes a swing set for relaxation and entertainment.
Sunday barbeque with all my friends
I envision having a barbeque on Sundays with all of my close friends.
Caesars on the porch on any evening
I long to drink Caesars (a cocktail) on my porch at any time of the day or night.
Light a fire and dance our cares away
I want to set up a fire and let loose from any problems or worries with a dance.
I want to sing by the ocean
I desire to sing in front of the seaside with a breathtaking ocean view.
Wading pants rolled to my knees
I want to wade into the ocean with my pants rolled up to my knees for comfort.
Swim suit, no suit, barefoot on the seashore
I don't mind what I'm wearing as long as it is comfortable while walking barefoot on the sandy shores of the beach.
Sun-kissed by time I hit the hay
I want to spend enough time soaking up the sun that my skin will be kissed by it by the time I go to bed.
(whistling)
This line represents the use of whistling as a musical interlude in the song.
Tip your hat and spin me round the dance floor
I want to dance in a romantic setting where my partner will spin me around with their hat tipped to me.
Throw your line and try to reel me in
I hope to meet someone special who will pursue me with their actions, much like fishing entails throwing a line and reeling in a catch.
Getting warmer so what are you waiting for
The relationship is heating up, and I want my partner to take action soon.
Go for broke and catch me if you can
I want someone to take a risk and pursue me with all of their effort, trying to win my heart.
I want to live by the sea
I desire to purchase or rent a home along the coastline and experience living by the ocean.
I will sing this ditty for my best friend
I am dedicating this song to my closest companion, who is always supportive of me and has my back.
My best friend she likes me either way
My best friend accepts me, regardless of what I choose or how I choose to live my life.
Goodbye hard times getting on my way
I am done with the obstacles in my life that are hindering my progress and will move on with a new outlook.
Contributed by Annabelle V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.