The original lineup was notable for having three guitars and no bass player, creating a distinctive, layered sound. Kimble Rendall left in 1982 before the release of their first single, Leilani, and went on to become a noted music video director. He was effectively replaced by bassist Clyde Bramley. Radalj was not happy with Rendall's departure or Faulkner's increasing influence, and left the band himself, to be replaced by one-time Fun Things guitarist Brad Shepherd. This line-up released the band's break-through first album, Stoneage Romeos, in 1984.
In 1998, the band officially split but reformed for occasional concerts in subsequent years. A full-fledged reunion came in 2004, when they released Mach Schau and began touring again. The band received another boost when Come Anytime (from 1989's Magnum Cum Louder) was used as the theme song to the Australian TV show Thank God You're Here.
Discography:
Stoneage Romeos (1984), Mars Needs Guitars! (1985), Blow Your Cool! (1987), Magnum Cum Louder (1989), Kinky (1991), Crank (1994), Blue Cave (1996), Mach Schau (2004), Purity of Essence (2010)
Compilations:
Electric Soup (1992), Gorilla Biscuit (1992), Electric Chair (1998), Armchair Gurus (1998), Bite The Bullet (1998), Ampology (2000)
A Thousand Miles Away
Hoodoo Gurus Lyrics
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Been up before the sun and now I'm tired before I even begin.
(Now you're flying) I got so much work in front of me,
(Really flying) it stretches out far as the eye can see.
I can see.
Spend half my life in airports doing crosswords and attempting tosleep,
And when the bar is open then you'll often find me warming aseat.
(Really flying) I'd rather be a thousand miles away.
Thousand miles away.
Working for yourself sometimes ain't all that it's cracked up tobe.
It can be as lonely at the top as at the bottom of that corporatetree
(Now you're flying) I'm told I'm going places - who can say?
(Really flying) I might arrive but I'll be gone the very nextday.
I must be on my way
A thousand miles away.
Promised to myself someday I'd take the time and try to makesense
Out of all those opportunities I've lost from trying to sit onthe fence
(Now you're flying) But right now I've got no time foryesterday
(Really flying) Yesterday's a thousand miles away.
A thousand miles away.
What was that that you were trying to say ?
I guess I was a thousand miles away.
Sing it again.
The lyrics of Hoodoo Gurus's "1000 Miles Away" describe the struggles and loneliness of a person who constantly travels for work. The singer has been up since before dawn and is already tired, knowing they have a lot of work to do. They spend a significant portion of their life in airports, filling the time with crosswords and drinking at bars. Even though they work for themselves, they feel isolated and disconnected from the rest of the world. The title "1000 Miles Away" represents the singer's desire to escape from their busy life and find a place where they can truly unwind.
The chorus of the song captures this desire and the singer's discontent with their current situation. They feel like they can never find a place to settle down and relax because they are constantly traveling. Even though they are successful in their work, they feel unfulfilled and long for something more meaningful. The verses of the song delve deeper into the loneliness and isolation the singer feels, despite their success. They acknowledge the sacrifices they have made for their work and that it may not have been worth it. They also mention their desire to make sense of missed opportunities and regret over not taking chances.
Overall, "1000 Miles Away" is a poignant reflection on the toll of a busy life and the desire for something more fulfilling. It encourages listeners to examine their priorities and make sure they are living a life that is worth the sacrifices they make for it.
Line by Line Meaning
Estimated time of arrival 9.30 a.m.
Flight arrival time is predicted to be at 9:30 AM.
Been up before the sun and now I'm tired before I even begin.
Waking up early has left me weary before my day truly begins.
(Now you're flying) I got so much work in front of me,
I have a substantial amount of work that I still need to complete.
(Really flying) it stretches out far as the eye can see.
The amount of work that needs to be done extends further than I can perceive.
I can see.
I am aware of the work that needs to be completed.
Spend half my life in airports doing crosswords and attempting to sleep,
I frequently find myself in airports, passing the time by solving crossword puzzles and trying to rest.
And when the bar is open then you'll often find me warming a seat.
When the airport bar is available, I'll typically be found sitting there.
(Now you're flying) I never find a place where I can stay
I am unable to locate a place where I feel comfortable staying.
(Really flying) I'd rather be a thousand miles away.
I would prefer to be extremely far away from where I currently am.
Thousand miles away.
A long distance away.
Working for yourself sometimes ain't all that it's cracked up to be.
Being self-employed is not as great as people often make it out to be.
It can be as lonely at the top as at the bottom of that corporate tree
Being in charge can be just as isolating as being at the bottom of a large corporation.
(Now you're flying) I'm told I'm going places - who can say?
People say that I'm successful, but it's uncertain where that success will take me in the future.
(Really flying) I might arrive but I'll be gone the very next day.
Although I may reach a destination, I'll likely leave again shortly after.
I must be on my way
I need to leave.
A thousand miles away.
Very far away.
Promised to myself someday I'd take the time and try to make sense
I've made a commitment to eventually reflect on my past decisions and thoughts.
Out of all those opportunities I've lost from trying to sit on the fence
I've missed out on numerous chances because I was indecisive.
(Now you're flying) But right now I've got no time for yesterday
I am currently too busy to focus on the past.
(Really flying) Yesterday's a thousand miles away.
Yesterday is far behind me now.
What was that that you were trying to say ?
Can you please repeat what you just said?
I guess I was a thousand miles away.
I wasn't paying attention because my mind was preoccupied elsewhere.
Sing it again.
Please repeat the song.
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVE FAULKNER
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@rodrigofarias1645
I am not australian,but since i was 15 til my 49,i still listening Hodoo Gurus,Gang Gajang,Spy and Midnight!!You guys Just have the best bands ever!One day i Will tΓ΄ AustrΓ‘lia!!
@RaffaPed
SpyvSpy...another great (but very underrated) Aussie band
@natewatt9478
fully agree
@metalangel3978
Have a look for the Sunny Boys!
@StephBer1
Thank you! We think they are awesome.
@malcolmrayner6674
All our bands had to be able to perform live and draw a crowd as the pubs would not employ them i spent 8 years in Sydney 79 -87 and could pick and choose as most of the time no cover Charge
@Peter-fn8hj
Musicas que elevam nossos pensamentos nos levam a lembrar tantas coisas boas e ruins que ja passamos coisas que sΓ³ musicas dessa Γ©poca dos anos 80 e 90 sao capazes abenΓ§oando foi quem pegou essa Γ©poca conhecendo musica de verdade β€
@JC19seventy6
One of the greatest and most underrated songs to ever come out of this country.
Canβt believe it only reached 37 in the charts
@davidbattaglene6873
Oh yes I also can't believe that also. this is as good as they get a lost classic
@davidbattaglene6873
Either can I that is amazing, this should be no.1 world wide let alone Australia