Franglen and Deakin initially released three limited-circulation EPs: The Bath (1998), The Yellow (1999), and The Midnight (2000), all of which were then collected into a widely-released album in 2000, Lemonjelly.ky, which was both a critical and a commercial success.
Their second album (and self-proclaimed first studio album), Lost Horizons, was released in 2002, and was another success.
Their last album, 2005's '64-'95, featured a sticker to warn listeners that "This is our new album. It's not like our old album." The title comes from the fact that each track features a single sample drawn from years between 1964 and 1995, incorporating each sample in a variety of imaginative ways.
Some of their best or well-known songs are:
- The Staunton Lick
- Kneel Before Your God
- Space Walk
- Nice Weather For Ducks
- '75 Aka Stay With You
- '90 aka A Man Like Me
They have also made mix sets for Radio 1's Mary-Anne Hobbs' 'Breezeblock' show, as well as for a variety of other shows (6 Mix, XFM's 'The Hijack', The Blue Room, etc). They have remixed a number of other artists, including Badly Drawn Boy, Pet Shop Boys and Coldcut, as well as collaborated with William Shatner on a track from his latest album.
Fred Deakin is also co-founder and creative director of print and interactive design agency Airside.
In January 2008, the duo announced Lemon Jelly would be breaking up for the foreseeable future. Fred Deakin released the news on their forum. He also stated that whilst there was a possibility the two would work together again, they would be pursuing solo careers for the time being.
Fred Deakin's website featuring Lemon Jelly info, his art, music and a comprehensive digital biography :
https://freddeak.in/project/lemon-jelly//
More Information:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lemon_Jelly
'68 aka Only Time
Lemon Jelly Lyrics
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If I only had time
If I only had time
If I only had time
If I only had time, only time
So much to do
If I only had time
If I only had time
Mm, If I only had time
Mm, If I only had time, only time
Only time
The lyrics to Lemon Jelly's '68 aka Only Time convey a sense of longing and regret for not having enough time to fulfill one's dreams and aspirations. The repetition of the phrase "If I only had time" emphasizes the singer's sense of limitation and highlights the importance of time in achieving one's goals. The line "So much to do" further emphasizes the abundance of opportunities and possibilities that the singer is unable to pursue due to time constraints.
The song is characterized by a dreamy and nostalgic tone, with its use of soft vocals and gentle melodies. This creates a sense of wistfulness and introspection, evoking the feeling of looking back on missed opportunities or unfulfilled dreams. The lines "Dreams to pursue" convey a sense of ambition and hope, suggesting that the singer still longs for a future in which they are able to accomplish their goals.
Line by Line Meaning
If I only had time
There are so many things that I would do if I had more time available to me.
If I only had time
I am reiterating my desire for more time to accomplish the things that I wish to do.
If I only had time
I cannot help but feel a sense of regret for not having enough time to do everything that I want to do.
If I only had time
More time would allow me to achieve more than I presently can.
If I only had time, only time
Having more time is the key to unlocking my potential and reaching my goals in life.
So much to do
There are many different tasks and activities that I wish to engage in, but time constraints prevent me from doing so.
If I only had time
Time is the one resource that I lack, and it prevents me from accomplishing what I want to achieve.
Dreams to pursue
I have a variety of dreams and aspirations that I would like to pursue, but I cannot do so without more time.
If I only had time
I repeat my desire for more time, as it is the one thing that would enable me to make my dreams a reality.
Mm, If I only had time
I am expressing a sense of longing and wistfulness for more time in my life.
Mm, If I only had time, only time
Time is the most valuable commodity I can think of, and I need more of it to accomplish everything I want in life.
Contributed by Jayce T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.