Back in Belgium, Van Dessel put together a band consisting of Gianni Marzo (Isbells), Frederik Bastiaensen (ex-General Mindy), Christophe Vandewoude and Johan De Coster (Soon). In a matter of weeks, Marble Sounds was opening for bands such as Why?, Micah P. Hinson, HRSTA and Keith Caputo (Life of Agony). The band also contributed the opening track to Chapter Music's tribute to Kath Bloom alongside such musical beau monde as Devendra Banhart, The Dodos, Bill Callahan and Mark Kozelek.
Marble Sounds released their first full-length CD “Nice Is Good” on Zealrecords in March 2010. The album features vocals by Robert Pollard (Guided by Voices) and a song co-written with Tokyo singer-songwriter Miwako Shimizu.
Good Occasions
Marble Sounds Lyrics
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But what's to regret
I've had my way
We could have met but i was too shy
The first thing i said was a soft goodbye
I count on countless good occasions
To be quick and to the point
But a constant hesitation
Has been turning me around
Here is hope you can still take it
Whispering you're never seen
You're slipping out
Escaping scenes
Keep it real and kick my dreams
Important deals once agreed
It takes a while to value time
I'll take a break
Arrive too late
If i fall behind it is you i'll find
In a lovely house
In a lovely town
The opening lines of Marble Sounds's song "Good Occasions" are a proclamation of the singer's triumphant spirit. They have been through some difficult situations, but they refuse to dwell in regret. "Drunk and sore for so many days / But what's to regret / I've had my way" declares that they will not let the past dictate the future. The next two lines reveal that there was an opportunity for the singer to meet someone special, but their shyness prevented them from making a connection. "We could have met but I was too shy / The first thing I said was a soft goodbye." Here, the singer admits to their faults and reveals a sense of longing for what could have been.
The chorus of the song professes the singer's reliance on "countless good occasions" to break through their perpetual hesitation. They recognize that these opportunities are fleeting, and that they need to be seized immediately. The singer hopes that the person they missed out on is still available and that they can rectify their mistake. "Here is hope you can still take it" shows that they are still determined to make amends.
The second verse of the song speaks of the importance of being true to oneself and not succumbing to the pressures of others. "Whispering you're never seen / You're slipping out / Escaping scenes / Keep it real and kick my dreams / Important deals once agreed." The singer recognizes that they need to prioritize their own desires and dreams, rather than conforming to society's expectations. They also acknowledge that it takes time to truly value the precious commodity that is time, and that often leads to being too late to seize opportunities. "It takes a while to value time / I'll take a break / Arrive too late / If I fall behind it is you I'll find / In a lovely house / In a lovely town" is a touching sentiment created by its melancholic tone.
Line by Line Meaning
Drunk and sore for so many days
After drinking alcohol and feeling physically unwell for several days...
But what's to regret
...there is nothing to feel sorry about, though.
I've had my way
...I did what I wanted to do.
We could have met but i was too shy
Although we had the chance to meet, my timidness prevented me from doing so.
The first thing i said was a soft goodbye
When I finally spoke, I felt nervous and just said a simple goodbye.
I count on countless good occasions
I rely on many opportunities to come my way...
To be quick and to the point
...so that I can act rapidly and get straight to the matter at hand.
To perceive the situation
...and evaluate the circumstances.
But a constant hesitation
However, my continual indecisiveness...
Has been turning me around
...has been confusing and disorienting me.
Here is hope you can still take it
Despite my doubts, I hope you will still accept my words/actions.
Whispering you're never seen
Speaking softly, I explain that you are always hiding...
You're slipping out
...and running away.
Escaping scenes
Fleeing from social events and situations.
Keep it real and kick my dreams
Stay true to yourself and reject my ideals/aspirations.
Important deals once agreed
Before, we had important negotiations that we mutually accepted.
It takes a while to value time
Appreciating the importance of time is a lengthy process...
I'll take a break
...but I'll rest for a moment.
Arrive too late
...which often leads me to miss out or be delayed.
If i fall behind it is you i'll find
If I am struggling and need support, I know I can rely on you...
In a lovely house
...in a beautiful home.
In a lovely town
...in a charming town.
Contributed by Gabriel E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Matthias
Drunk and sore for so many days
But what's to regret
I've had my way
We could have met but I was too shy
The first thing I said was a soft goodbye
I count on countless good occasions
To be quick and to the point
To perceive the situation
But a constant hesitation
Has been turning me around
Here is hope you can still take it
Whispering you're never seen
You're slipping out
Escaping scenes
Keep it real and kick my dreams
Important deals once agreed
It takes a while to value time
I'll take a break
arrive too late
If I fall behind it is you I'll find
In a lovely house
In a lovely town
labeep
+Callum Jabiri Sure! Some choices may be quirky or strange but all of us have different perceptions of the world. This worked for me and the different changes of pace around that wonderful city :)
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Quel
Me arrancaste el corazón del pecho con la brutalidad de alguien que al final nunca se lo mereció. Me dejaste vacía.
Todas las mariposas están muertas. Alas naranjas y negras en el suelo, rotas y pisoteadas.
Pienso en la cantidad de veces que me enseñaste cómo orientarme en el bosque por si me pierdo, y ahora me pregunto si este siempre ha sido tu objectivo: que supiera regresar cuándo me dejaras abandonada en el camino que prometiste hacer conmigo. No hay GPS que me ayude a encontrarme de vuelta. No hay Sol, no hay brújula, no hay estrella polar.
Nunca pensé escribirte cosas que no fueran hechas de luz. Pero tampoco pensé que me dejarías en este sótano oscuro y polvoriento esperando a que vinieras por mí. No así. Jamás. Sé que tengo las llaves dentro de mí, en algún rincón escondido. Si quiero salir, tengo que dejar los recuerdos y las promesas despedazadas en este baúl. Y no lo podré abrir por un tiempo. Si lo cierro, te cierro. Por siempre.
Que la misma persona rompiera mi corazón una tercera vez sería una tontería y creo que lo sabes. Amor, lo siento mucho por ti y por lo que vas a perder. Porque te haría la persona más feliz del universo, si no hubieses ido buscando un momento. A toda la gente le dije que eres el amor de mi vida; y lo eres. Pero ya no te voy a dar ese poder. Ya no tienes el puto derecho.
Voy a escuchar Good Occasions una vez más y guardar este sentimiento en la misma caja que la notita de "te amo" pegada en mi cama. Nuestra libreta de memorias incompleta. Tu playera. Todas las cartas que me escribiste. Y voy a enterrar la caja; no en la tierra, pero en mi alma. Nuestra bonita história de amor será pasado. Algún día la podré revisitar, pero de momento hay demasiado dolor y pesar. Y no te quiero recordar así. Quiero recordarte cómo la persona que cambió y salvó mi vida cuándo tenía 15 años. La persona que trajo más color a la Raquel de 21. La que me apoyó infinitamente. La que me contó histórias cuándo no podía dormir. La que me llevó en muchísimas aventuras; a la montaña, a la playa, al bosque, a descobrir el arte de vivir y estar en el momento presente. La que me ayudó a concretizar sueños. La que conoció el amor de mis abuelos. La que me compuso las canciones más lindas. La que me ayudó a nutrir y cuidar más a mi cuerpo. La que hizo quilómetros distancia una y otra vez para verme. La que me esperó 3 años por un futuro que nunca va a pasar.
Al final sí fuiste un alma libre. Vuela, cari. Vuela y vete de aquí para dónde seas más feliz.
La vida pasa. Y las cosas cambian. Y nada es por siempre y nunca me voy a sentir de esta forma otra vez. Pero también hay alguna magia en eso.
Pranav Narayan Manandhar
I used to listen to this song when I was stuck in a 9-5 working place 7 years back. The song used to give me a real sense of relief from the robotic cubicle life around me at that time. Somehow, after I quit my job about 5,6 months later, I lost track of this song. Soon after I searched endlessly for the track because I had forgotten the name and could never find it. And somehow today, after 7 years youtube recommended me the track. This feels blessed. 😌
Matthias
Drunk and sore for so many days
But what's to regret
I've had my way
We could have met but I was too shy
The first thing I said was a soft goodbye
I count on countless good occasions
To be quick and to the point
To perceive the situation
But a constant hesitation
Has been turning me around
Here is hope you can still take it
Whispering you're never seen
You're slipping out
Escaping scenes
Keep it real and kick my dreams
Important deals once agreed
It takes a while to value time
I'll take a break
arrive too late
If I fall behind it is you I'll find
In a lovely house
In a lovely town
J ̮̈
Nice copypaste
Oliver Aeternus
Danke
Carliger Carl
i read this comment before the lyrics start and i was like, wow this is beautiful until the singer starts, hah. i love this song.
It Works
@AyakaruJuuhachi hahaha
Matthias
can't you copy paste it from here?
sentle mzolo
this part of utube rocks it feels like a breeze away from the rush of the city and really a lovely space to be. i like it here
Delhi
+sentle mzolo Welcome to Youtube Narnia LOL :)
Busra Balli
it couldn't have been described any better 👍