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)
Dominó
Hoodoo Gurus Lyrics
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I've gotta get away. That's it! It's quitting time.
I'll split to find me a bit of space to play.
Domino, I'm packed and ready to go
Nothing can stop me now. I'm gonna opt out.
I won't be coming back. No-one'll miss me here.
I'm disappearing and heading down the track.
Domino, I'm packed and ready to go.
Domino, we should be hitting the road.
Just last Saturday, feeling pretty shattered,
A Church Of Latter Day Saints man at my door.
Now need I say more?
Bible-bashing me in the old fashion,
He's still rehashing the cause of ancient strife.
So, call me next life.
Domino, we should be hitting the road.
What, me worry? I'm in no big hurry.
My time is not money so I've got lots to spend.
I'm starting a trend.
I'll always treasure these moments together,
It's been a real pleasure to get to know you well.
Let's find a motel.
That's where it's at, I've had it with the race.
It's paradise or bust!
Loose as a goose. Don't follow me, it's useless.
You won't see me for dust.
Domino, I'm packed and ready to go.
Domino, we should be hitting the road.
The lyrics to "Domino" by Hoodoo Gurus detail the desire to escape from the mundanities of life and hit the road. The song starts off with a feeling of restlessness and anxiety with the first line, "I'm getting out of here". The singer wants to get away from their current situation, and the call to action is to "move up a gear now," signaling the urgency of the situation. The singer is ready to leave everything behind and start a new adventure. The imagery of splitting to find "space to play" highlights the desire to escape responsibilities and experience freedom outside the confines of everyday life.
The chorus, "Domino, I'm packed, and ready to go," is a call for a companion to join in the escape. This is further emphasized by the later repetition of "Domino, we should be hitting the road," which creates a sense of camaraderie, indicating a shared desire to leave life behind and explore new things. The song portrays the adventure as exciting and enjoyable. The singer emphasizes that their time is not money, so there's no real hurry, and they're free to spend as much time as they like indulging in their newfound freedom. The final line, "Loose as a goose, don't follow me, it's useless, you won't see me for dust," emphasizes their determination to leave the past behind and start anew.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm getting out of here (move up a gear now).
I am leaving this place to go somewhere new and exciting, it's time for me to make a change.
I've gotta get away. That's it! It's quitting time.
I need to escape and start fresh, my time in this place is up and I have to leave.
I'll split to find me a bit of space to play.
I am looking for a place where I can relax, unwind and have fun with no constraints or obligations.
Domino, I'm packed and ready to go
I have prepared everything for my trip and I am ready to leave.
Nothing can stop me now. I'm gonna opt out.
I am determined to leave everything behind and start a new life - no one can change my mind.
I won't be coming back. No-one'll miss me here.
I have decided to leave permanently and no one will care or notice that I am gone.
I'm disappearing and heading down the track.
I am leaving without a trace and moving on to a new adventure.
Just last Saturday, feeling pretty shattered,
Recently, I was feeling emotionally drained and exhausted.
A Church Of Latter Day Saints man at my door.
A representative from the Mormon church visited me at my home.
Now need I say more?
Do I really need to explain why this encounter was unpleasant?
He's still rehashing the cause of ancient strife.
He is preaching about the conflicts of the past and trying to find relevance in them for today's society.
So, call me next life.
I am not interested in his religious beliefs and would rather not continue a conversation with him or anyone like him.
What, me worry? I'm in no big hurry.
I am not worried about anything, I am taking my time and enjoying the moment.
My time is not money so I've got lots to spend.
I value my time more than money and I have plenty of it to use as I please.
I'll always treasure these moments together,
I will cherish the memories that we have made together.
It's been a real pleasure to get to know you well.
I have enjoyed getting to know you and spending time together.
Let's find a motel.
We should find a place to stay for the night, like a motel.
That's where it's at, I've had it with the race.
A motel is the perfect place to relax and escape the chaos and stress of everyday life.
It's paradise or bust!
I am looking for the ultimate paradise, and if I don't find it, I don't want it.
Loose as a goose. Don't follow me, it's useless.
I'm carefree and relaxed, so there's no point in trying to keep up with me or follow my lead.
You won't see me for dust.
You won't be able to catch up or keep track of me, I'll be gone in the blink of an eye.
Domino, we should be hitting the road.
It's time for us to leave and start a new adventure together.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVE FAULKNER
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VauxhallViva1975
Brilliant song and video!