Kind of Like Spitting has taken a staunchly independent approach to making records and performing, releasing eight records (at latest count) on small DIY indie labels (including but not limited to Hush Records, Barsuk, and Redder Records) , and doing tours across the country in a variety of venues, from the neighborhood house party to the big rock arena. At the core of KOLS is Ben Barnett, singer/songwriter with a talent for writing gut-wrenching tales of life and love.
Ben was previously in an indie rock band called Slotcar and he also played in the original line-up of The Thermals for a while.
David J. has a solo project called Novi Split.
A new record is planned for release in January 2010 under the name Blunt Mechanic. Seattle's Barsuk will release the disc, which will be titled World Record. Barnett debuted the new band at Mississippi Studios in Portland, OR. in August 2009.
Discography
Mine
Kind of Like Spitting Lyrics
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Sweater looks a lot like mine.
Million things to think about, thinking about what I shouldn't think about.
You've got a million ways to look at things. A bright side.
A million ways to look at things. A bright side.
Hello, Auburn, how are you? The state that I'm into, hands like hammers bang.
There's no love lost.
Crawling in and out of beds, flesh covers the bone.
Flesh searches for more, for more than flesh.
flesh searches for more, for more than flesh.
Flesh searches for more, for more than flesh. flesh searches for more, for more than flesh.
The opening lines of Kind of Like Spitting's song "Mine" paint a picture of a fleeting moment of attraction between two individuals. The singer of the song experiences a brief feeling, possibly of attraction or love, before the moment quickly passes. The buzzing of wires in the background sets a chaotic and confusing scene, as the singer is left with a million things to think about, including thoughts about what he shouldn't be thinking about. This may indicate that the individual is either in a relationship or is otherwise unavailable.
The chorus of the song repeats the sentiment that there are a million ways to look at things and a bright side to every situation. However, the following lines introduce a new location and a new state of mind. The singer says hello to Auburn, which may be a reference to the city in Alabama. The hands like hammers banging may suggest that the individual is working hard or is dealing with something that requires physical exertion. The line "there's no love lost" hints at a past relationship that may have ended badly, but the individual is still hopeful about finding love again. The bitterness that remains like a taste in your mouth is a metaphor for the negative experiences that one may have in a relationship.
The final lines of the song repeat the phrase "flesh searches for more, for more than flesh" over and over again. This may suggest that the singer is looking for something more than just physical attraction or pleasure. The line "crawling in and out of beds, flesh covers the bone" may indicate that the individual has been sexually active but has not found fulfillment in those experiences.
Overall, "Mine" is a complex and introspective song that explores themes of love, attraction, and the search for fulfillment. The buzzing wires and chaotic thoughts underline the confusion that one may feel when dealing with complex emotions, and the repeated refrain of "flesh searches for more" hints at a deeper quest for meaning and purpose in life.
Line by Line Meaning
One brief feeling, 5 seconds go by. Buzzing of wires.
A fleeting moment passes as the sounds of wires buzzing fill the air.
Sweater looks a lot like mine.
The similarity between the two sweaters catches the singer's attention.
Million things to think about, thinking about what I shouldn't think about.
The singer has a lot on their mind and is trying not to focus on certain things.
You've got a million ways to look at things. A bright side.
The singer recognizes the positivity in the other person's outlook on life.
Hello, Auburn, how are you? The state that I'm into, hands like hammers bang.
The singer greets a place and reflects on the impact it has had on them so far.
There's no love lost.
The relationship between the singer and someone else has ended.
Bitter remained like a taste in your mouth and nobody finds the one, and they keep looking.
The singer feels bitterness following a breakup and recognizes that many people continue searching for love.
Crawling in and out of beds, flesh covers the bone.
The physical act of sex is reduced to its most basic components.
Flesh searches for more, for more than flesh.
The singer is seeking a deeper connection beyond physical intimacy.
Flesh searches for more, for more than flesh.
The singer repeats the idea that they are looking for something more meaningful than just physical pleasure.
Flesh searches for more, for more than flesh.
The same idea of seeking a deeper connection is repeated yet again.
flesh searches for more, for more than flesh.
The final line reiterates the search for something beyond just the physical body.
Lyrics Ā© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GEORGE GERSHWIN, IRA GERSHWIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jeffrey Jeffrey
I am glad you like it. It is one of my favorite by KOLS and just in general.
Nyuuzz
I'm not sure what the uploader was trying to express with this song and pictures but I'm sure it's amazing in it's own unique way.
love knife
yes! i love this song. ben barnett is probably the best song writer of the whole indie/emo scene. f bright eyes KOLS FTW!!!
Emily Anderson
Wouldn't have pictured these pics with this song, but alright haha. This is the only song I have heard by Kind Of Like Spitting and I love it...so calming. I found them randomly and I'm so glad I did :)
Jay Arms
I was looking for this quite awhile ago, Thanks a lot for the post. Idky but I enjoy depressing music. The slide show fits the tone/mood of the song.
ALFREDO PALACIOS
Does anybody know when the new album is coming out?
Jeffrey Jeffrey
@ImMissEmily - glad you like it...it is a good song.
Jeffrey Jeffrey
@JerryJayArms - thanks for checking and for the feedback!
Nick
Damn son, I wonder if anyone who commented on here years ago committed suicide by now
Vote4cake
I've been listening to this band since 2016. At least I'm still alive, lol. Great song.