Their debut album, The Dust of Retreat came out in 2006. At this time, the band was signed to Artemis Records and had 8 members. In 2008 the band signed to Epic Records and (on 7 October) released two new albums, Animal! and Not Animal. The band originally planned to just release "Animal!". However, Epic disagreed on their song choice, and compiled a different list, which would later become "Not Animal". Eventually, after dispute over which version would be released, it was decided to release both at the same time.
In August 2009, 5 of the band's members left. They are all involved in other projects, most notably Pravada.
While the band, and Richard specifically have given many explanations to the band's name; this is all in fun. As the name was created as an anti-name; not meant to have any real meaning, just to make fun of other ridiculous names. The name "Margot" comes from Gweneth Paltrow's character in Wes Anderson's "The Royal Tenenbaums".
The band's sound, categorized as "chamber pop", has been compared to the indie rock groups Arcade Fire, The Decemberists, and The Shins, while incorporating elements of singer/songwriters like Paul Simon and Conor Oberst.
Current Members are:
Richard Edwards - lead vocals, guitar, bells, melodica, banjo
Ronnie Kwasman - lead guitar
Tyler Watkins - bass guitar
Brian Deck - drums
Eric Kang - guitar
Cameron McGill
Former Members include:
Emily Watkins - keys, backup vocals
Andy Fry - guitar, bass, lap steel, percussion
Jesse Lee - cello
Casey Tennis - percussion
Chris Fry - drums, percussion
I Do
Margot & the Nuclear So and So's Lyrics
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On a high
Tell me why you can't decide
Even though the feeling right
I just want you
By my side
Take you all over the world
Yet you still won't be my girl
I'm the guy
Go and take a look around
Ain't nobody hold it down
Like I do
And you know that it's the truth
Ain't nobody look at you
Like I do
Thought I was so done with this
Now I'm caught up
Other guys you gave a chance
And they fucked up
Love me baby love me crazy
Just like back then
Leave it in the past baby
Now I'm blastin
To the moon and I ain't coming back
Nothing new cause I be living fast
Energy it got me chasing bags
Girl I know you so in love with that
I've been
On a high
Tell me why you can't decide
Even though the feeling right
I just want you
By my side
Take you all over the world
Yet you still won't be my girl
But I promise
I'm the guy
Go and take a look around
Ain't nobody hold it down
Like I do
And you know that it's the truth
Ain't nobody look at you
Like I do
Everybody want that piece of cake
Everybody want that rich and fame
You say that my feelings changed
Call me drake
I feel no way
I don't even like to go and chase
I don't even like to go and waste
My seed too damn royalty
I'm the one that spoils me
I'm the only one that's holding me
Grammys I'll be holding three
My fam say they owing me
But they helped with growing me
Please don't say you don't believe
Dreams that I be sowing deep
Let's make it last this time around
She say vic start showing me
On a high
Tell me why you can't decide
Even though the feeling right
I just want you
By my side
Take you all over the world
Yet you still won't be my girl
But I promise
I'm the guy
Go and take a look around
Ain't nobody hold it down
Like I do
And you know that it's the truth
Ain't nobody look at you
Like I do
The lyrics to Margot & the Nuclear So and So's's song "I Do" are about a person who is in love with someone who cannot make up their mind about whether or not they want to be with them. Despite the feeling being right, the person cannot commit to being in a relationship with the singer, even though they promise that they are the right person for them. The singer tries to convince the person that they are the only one who can hold it down for them and see them as no one else can.
The singer seems to be frustrated with the person's indecisiveness, but is also determined to win their heart. They promise to take them all over the world and be the best person for them. The singer also talks about how they are ready to move on from the past and the other people the other person has dated, and focus on building a future together. The singer talks about how everyone wants a piece of cake and riches, but they just want love and to be with the person they care about.
Overall, "I Do" seems to be a song about trying to convince someone to be with you despite their uncertainty. The singer is confident that they are the right person for the other but recognizes that it is ultimately up to them to make a decision.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been
I have been feeling very good lately
On a high
I am very happy and in a positive mood
Tell me why you can't decide
Explain to me your indecisiveness in our relationship
Even though the feeling right
Despite the fact that we have a strong connection
I just want you
All I want is to be with you
By my side
I want us to be together
Take you all over the world
I want to travel and explore with you
Yet you still won't be my girl
However, you are still not willing to commit to me
But I promise
I promise you that
I'm the guy
I am the best choice for you
Go and take a look around
Look at other people and see that they won't treat you as well as I do
Ain't nobody hold it down
No one can handle things as well as I do
Like I do
I am the best at taking care of you
And you know that it's the truth
You know this is true
Ain't nobody look at you
No one sees you the way I do
Like I do
I see you in a special way
Thought I was so done with this
I thought I was over this situation
Now I'm caught up
Now I am deeply involved in it again
Other guys you gave a chance
You have given other men a chance in the past
And they fucked up
And they have let you down
Love me baby love me crazy
Love me as passionately as you did before
Just like back then
Just like how it used to be
Leave it in the past baby
Forget about the past and move forward
Now I'm blastin
Now I am thriving and succeeding
To the moon and I ain't coming back
I am going to the top and I am not going to stop
Nothing new cause I be living fast
This is not new for me because I live life at a fast pace
Energy it got me chasing bags
My energy and drive have me focused on attaining success
Girl I know you so in love with that
I know you are very attracted to that about me
Everybody want that piece of cake
Everyone wants a piece of success
Everybody want that rich and fame
Everyone desires wealth and fame
You say that my feelings changed
You think that I don't feel the same way about you
Call me drake
Compare me to the artist Drake
I feel no way
I don't care
I don't even like to go and chase
I don't like to pursue things endlessly
I don't even like to go and waste
I don't like to waste my time on fruitless pursuits
My seed too damn royalty
My offspring will be very important and influential
I'm the one that spoils me
I am the only one that treats myself well
I'm the only one that's holding me
I am the only one responsible for my success
Grammys I'll be holding three
I will win three Grammy Awards
My fam say they owing me
My family owes me for helping me develop
But they helped with growing me
However, they have contributed to my growth
Please don't say you don't believe
Please don't say that you don't have faith in me
Dreams that I be sowing deep
I have deep aspirations that I am working towards
Let's make it last this time around
Let's ensure that our relationship lasts this time
She say vic start showing me
She tells me to start proving my commitment to her
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Written by: Victor Ochoa
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