Their earlier work is noted for genre-crossing style, distorted and at times alien lyrics, distinctive funk bass lines and extensive use of lo-fi recording practices; although it would be a stretch to call the style of the music as a whole 'lo-fi' in the more traditional sense. This work is best exemplified by their debut album "How To Operate With A Blown Mind" on Skint Records. After its release, on the eve of a UK tour, the band's singer [known as The Wrekked Train] left with Sheriff John Stone. Phil took over as the singer but since then other members of the band (Johnny, Andy and Martin) have all sung, along with guests Greg Dulli, Jamie Lidell and Bootsy Collins.
Their later work has less vocal distortion but the lyrics and sound remain distinctive. The 2002 album "Don't Be Afraid of Love" covers a range of styles but all are drenched in funk and includes the aforementioned guest vocalists.
The group have recently finished working on their third studio album "Northern Stomp", featuring the tracks "Northern Stomp", "Smash and Grab World" and "Southside Lowdown" (featuring Greg Dulli). The album is set for release around Easter 2009 on Corsair Records.
They are also recording and playing live under the name Technically Men. Tracks are available on www.lofidelityallstars.co.uk www.technicallymen.com and the bands' MySpace pages (www.myspace.com/lofiallstars www.myspace.com/technicallymen). Phil also has a weekly radio show on www.wirelessfm.net on Tuesdays from 10pm - midnight, UK time.
Sleeping Faster
Lo Fidelity Allstars Lyrics
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yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah
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yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
I...I've seen the light I've seen the light I've seen the light
Cause sometimes late at night I get luster by the city's lights
I...I've seen the light I've seen the light I've seen the light
Cause sometimes late at night I get luster by the city's lights
Sleeping faster these days less time to master my ways
I've gone around so watch and wait keeping hands stong in fate
All this spitedum sleeps on you feels so weak in the sleep for you
I've build around out the need but he's in the house so we can need
I...I've seen the light I've seen the light I've seen the light
Cause sometimes late at night I get luster by the city's lights
I...I've seen the light I've seen the light I've seen the light
Cause sometimes late at night I get luster by the city's lights
I...I've seen the light I've seen the light I've seen the light
Yeah
I...I've seen the light I get luster by the city's lights
Cause sometimes late at night cause sometimes late at night
Cause sometimes late at night I get luster by the city's lights
Cause sometimes late at night cause sometimes late at night
Cause sometimes late at night I get luster by the city's lights
I...I've seen the light I've seen the light I've seen the light
Yeah
I...I've seen the light I get luster by the city's lights
I...I've seen the light I've seen the light I've seen the light
Yeah
I...I've seen the light I get luster by the city's light
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah...
The song Sleeping Faster by Lo Fidelity Allstars is an upbeat and groovy track that speaks to the struggles of modern life. The lyrics are a reflection of the fast-paced lifestyle we live in today's urban world. The repetition of the phrase "I've seen the light" conveys a sense of self-awareness and realization that comes with the realization that sometimes, life will move faster than you can keep up with.
The song talks about how we sleep faster these days; we have less time to master our ways. It also touches on the idea that we must keep our hands strong in fate and keep moving forward. All this 'spitedum sleeps on you, feels so weak in the sleep for you' is a nod to the negativity that surrounds us, bringing us down, but we must keep going despite that. The line "I've built around out the need, but he's in the house, so we can need" implies that we have created a world around us that we need, but in doing so, we have also created problems and need to accept that.
Overall, the song is about keeping your head up and powering through the struggles, fueled by the city lights and the energy they bring.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Repetitive chanting of 'yeah yeah yeah' as an introduction
I...I've seen the light I've seen the light I've seen the light
Cause sometimes late at night I get luster by the city's lights
The singer has had a realization and sometimes at night they are inspired by the lights of the city
Sleeping faster these days less time to master my ways
I've gone around so watch and wait keeping hands stong in fate
All this spitedum sleeps on you feels so weak in the sleep for you
I've build around out the need but he's in the house so we can need
The singer is struggling to keep up with the fast pace of life and feels like they have less time to work on themselves. They are waiting for the right opportunity to come and are trying to be patient. They feel like they are being held back by negative energy from others, but they will work to create what they need despite the obstacles.
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
I...I've seen the light I've seen the light I've seen the light
Cause sometimes late at night I get luster by the city's lights
Repetitive chanting of 'yeah yeah yeah' followed by a repetition of the first verse
Cause sometimes late at night cause sometimes late at night
Cause sometimes late at night I get luster by the city's lights
Cause sometimes late at night cause sometimes late at night
Cause sometimes late at night I get luster by the city's lights
Repetition of the idea that the artist is inspired by the city lights at night
I...I've seen the light I've seen the light I've seen the light
Yeah
I...I've seen the light I get luster by the city's lights
I...I've seen the light I've seen the light I've seen the light
Yeah
I...I've seen the light I get luster by the city's light
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah...
Repetition of the idea that the singer has seen the light and is inspired by the city lights, followed by repetitive chanting to end the song
Contributed by Keira T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@blazenwizard
im really shocked this only got 1200 views.. this song kicks ass
@IKillGoliath
awesome music great beat catchy love it:D
@royaleroque7716
Their material has aged wonderfully...
@ZeaLitY
One more year and 2002 will be 20 years ago. Has it really been so long since I got lucky as hell to catch this music video at 3 AM on MTV2? That summer...
@HarrisonLover43
awesome song
@stephennharle4946
I also have seen the light. Amen.
@TheBatwave
I begged the DJ of certain club to play this. Clearly they didn’t get it
@teammeteamus.8315
This video just reminds me of Super Furry Animals, “Juxtaposed with you.” The sound and look is almost identical. Both are good though!
@clark09221
nice
@Zadakleader635IvanTheRobot
One person didn't sleep