Distinct vocals, tight harmonies, instrumental expertise, and creative arrangements are all essential characteristics of their unique sound. The group focuses on the original tunes of Lindsay Lou Rilko, which include true-life tales of bank-robbing aunties, moonshinin' grandpas, and celebrations of love, life, and nature. Don't be surprised to hear bluegrass standards, Beatles hits, and contemporary classics at a Flatbelly's show as well. It's an infectious vibe that could only have been born in the heart of America's Fresh Coast.
Sometimes
Lindsay Lou & the Flatbellys Lyrics
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I did it this morning about a quarter to five
Off the races with a pounding heart
And you're off track for betting that we'd never fall apart
A woman needs a man
A woman needs a man
A woman needs a man Sometimes
Can't tell the difference between being drunk or being sober
Can't tell the difference between coffee and sin
One is coal black and the other's slow gin
I know a little girl who lives down the way
She knows how to bake bread and she knows how to sway
Under the neon lights we get all fucked up
And that's when I start thinking about my coffee cup
should i'il it half ful
Should i'il it half full
Should i'il it half full Half full
Mistakes were made you know this is true
That's why I can't fall in love with you
The bruises left well they're turning blue
and all those cracks that we fell through
will never heal
will never heal
will never heal
The first verse of "Sometimes" by Lindsay Lou & the Flatbellys is a call-out to a past love. The singer reveals that they know how to take charge and "put your car into drive," metaphorically meaning that they know how to take the lead in the relationship. The singer then admits to leaving their partner in the early morning, and feeling the rush of emotions as they set off on their own. They also mock their former lover's confidence in their relationship, saying that they were "betting that we'd never fall apart."
The second verse is a poetic way of expressing how the singer is struggling to distinguish between what is good or bad, right or wrong. They compare the feeling of being drunk versus sober to the different types of rain in different months. They then contrast the colors of coffee and gin, yet still seem to be unsure about which is better. The third verse introduces a new character: a woman who knows both how to bake bread and sway her hips. The singer then reveals that they become reckless and drunk under neon lights, leading to a contemplation about whether to see life as half-full or half-empty. Finally, in the last verse, the singer reflects on past mistakes and how they have led to bruises and scars that may never fully heal. They seem to regret that their past choices still affect them and prevent them from finding love once again.
Line by Line Meaning
I really know how to put your car into drive
I am skilled in taking control and guiding you towards success
I did it this morning about a quarter to five
I have already taken charge and led us on our way
Off the races with a pounding heart
With anticipation and excitement, we are on our way to achieve great things
And you're off track for betting that we'd never fall apart
Those who believed we would fail were incorrect, since we are still thriving
A woman needs a man
Some women desire a male companion
A woman needs a man
Some women require a male partner to feel fulfilled
A woman needs a man Sometimes
Although not always the case, certain women may benefit from having a male presence in their life from time to time
Can't tell the difference between being drunk or being sober
It is difficult to distinguish between drunkenness and sobriety
It's like telling the rains of May from the rains fo October
It is as challenging as differentiating between the variations of rainfall in May versus those in October
Can't tell the difference between coffee and sin
It is difficult to distinguish between something as innocent as coffee and something sinful
One is coal black and the other's slow gin
While both might appear similar, coffee is black while sin is insidious like slow gin
I know a little girl who lives down the way
I am familiar with a young woman who resides nearby
She knows how to bake bread and she knows how to sway
She is knowledgeable in culinary and rhythmic matters
Under the neon lights we get all fucked up
When influenced by neon lighting, we lose control and are free to indulge
And that's when I start thinking about my coffee cup
During intense, adventurous moments, I can't help but ponder the state of my coffee
should i'il it half ful
Should I choose to fill my cup only half-way
Should i'il it half full
Would it be best to partially fill my cup
Should i'il it half full Half full
Perhaps filling the cup halfway is the best course of action
Mistakes were made you know this is true
I understand that we have made errors along the way
That's why I can't fall in love with you
For that reason, I cannot deeply love you
The bruises left well they're turning blue
Bruises from past mistakes are starting to fade
And all those cracks that we fell through
Additionally, the flaws that we stumbled upon in our path
will never heal
Will never be fully resolved or amended
will never heal
Will always be present and cause pain
will never heal
Cannot be fixed or forgotten
Contributed by Taylor B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Andy Dixon
Those harmonies are locked in.....tight!!