1) Marion are an English… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists using this name.
1) Marion are an English alternative indie group, originally formed in 1993.
2) Marion is the mononym for French singer Marion Dememes, active in the early 1980s.
3) Marion is a band from Connecticut, USA featuring members of Kidnapped.
4) Marión, a Spanish indie rock group.
5) Marion is the alias of Marion Rung, a singer from Finland.
6) Marion was the stage name of Marion Mitchell during the UKM Rogaland 2007 competitions.
7) Marion is the stage name of a Belgian singer.
8) Marion is a Danish experimental rap artist and producer living in England. He is a member of BMC and was born in 2008.
1) Marion are an English alternative indie group, originally formed in 1993, in Macclesfield, Cheshire. Jaime Harding (singer) became friends with Joe Moss (the ex-manager of The Smiths and huge music fan). Joe assisted Jaime in the creation of a new group which Jaime already knew he wanted to call Marion. Joe taught Jaime the history of all kinds of music going back as far as 1920s blues, which he had previously done for Johnny Marr at the start of The Smiths.
Joe Moss helped Jaime find and inspire musicians including Anthony Grantham, Phil Cunningham and Murad Mousa who he had attended school with. Once the group was formed, a 5 piece of Jaime Harding (singing), Anthony Grantham (guitar), Phil Cunningham (guitar), Julian Philips (bass), Murad Mousa (drums), Joe immediately found a permanent rehearsal space for Marion in the basement of the Night & Day Cafe on Oldham Street in Manchester's Northern Quarter. It took 9 months of 6/7 days a week writing and rehearsing for the band to be ready to play London gigs and attract a major record company deal.
After releasing the debut single 'Violent Men' on Rough Trade Records, a bidding war began between the major record labels, with Marion eventually signing to London Records and Island Music Publishing in October 1994. In March 1995, Julian left the group, replaced by Nick Gilbert who featured on all other Marion recordings.
Marion were never media darlings and built up their loyal following through constant gigging which eventually took them into the charts with a Top 10 Selling Album in the form of their debut 'This World & Body' in February 1996. Before that, Marion were handpicked and toured with the likes of Morrissey, Radiohead, Ian McCulloch of Echo & The Bunnymen and Manic Street Preachers.
Although Marion were very much a group that stood out on their own, journalistically they were included into the 1990s Britpop music scene, appearing on the 'Britpop Now' BBC television special, among many other TV and Radio Britpop programmes, including a stunning live performance of 'Sleep' on Channel 4's The Word in February 1995. The group also went on to play at the Glastonbury Festival 3 times and a whole host of other festivals in the UK and Europe, as well as 2 tours of Japan and 4 short tours of America.
After a gruelling 18 month international touring campaign for debut album 'This World & Body' Marion were finding it difficult to write a 2nd album, It was at this point that manager Joe Moss brought in Johnny Marr to co-write and produce Marion's 2nd album 'The Program'. Johnny breathed a life into 'The Program' that Marion could never have even dreamt of, which resulted in a stunning and incredibly stylish 2nd album. Once the album had been recorded and was ready for release and promo etc Jaime had unfortunately become too ill to work regularly due to his drug habit, which meant that the album was never given a proper release or any promotion. This was basically and unfortunately the end of Marion. 'The Program' remains a cult classic and was the first record that Johnny Marr ever sang on.
Johnny Marr had always been impressed with Phil's The Stooges-esque guitar playing and recruited him into the live version of Electronic, which then lead to Phil becoming a full-time member of New Order in the early 2000s, which has resulted in New Order's live sound becoming heavier and more rock and roll. Phil is still a permanent member of New Order and has been involved in the writing of various New Order and Bad Lieutenant records. Phil is considered by both band and fans alike as being a real asset to New Order's sound, even winning himself an Ivor Novello Award with the band.
In 2006, Jaime Harding and Phil Cunningham recruited a new set of musicians and reformed Marion. They started working on new material, having played their first live gig together as Marion in more than 7 years on 1 April 2006 in Bath. They followed this up with sold-out shows in Manchester and London in September and December 2006, notably playing 50% new songs and 50% older Marion songs. Some say that these shows were the best Marion shows they had ever seen, it was a very exciting year and period for the group.
Unfortunately Jaime became ill at the start of 2007 and had to have open-heart surgery, which yet again put Marion on hiatus, this time until 2011 when the whole original line up of Marion got together for 2 years of live shows, including a live album recorded at Manchester Academy in December 2011, entitled 'Alive In Manchester'.
At the end of 2012, Jack Mitchell, Marion's drummer for around 10 years, became the drummer for Johnny Marr's new solo band that released the incredible first album 'The Messenger' in February 2013 and have toured the World extensively since to bigger and bigger crowds, with Johnny winning the NME Godlike Genius Award no less. Johnny Marr is set to release his second solo album in September 2014 with a UK tour in October 2014.
Since 2014, the 2 founding members of Marion, Jaime Harding (Singer) and Anthony ‘Beard’ Grantham (Guitarist), along with a new rhythm section, have started writing, recording and playing live shows once again. Marion will be the main support act for Buzzcocks at the Manchester Academy venue's 25th Anniversary on 10th October 2015.
5) Marion Rung is a singer from Finland, who has represented Finland twice in the Eurovision Song Contest. She releases her albums under the name Marion.
6) Marion was also the stage name of Marion Mitchell (16 at the time) during the UKM Rogaland 2007 competitions. She represented the municipality of Forsand, and sang a pop version of Eagles's "Desperado"
My Children
Marion Lyrics
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And nothing else
Still you can laugh
At yourself
Oh
I want
I want...
No-one ever comes round
When you're feeling down
Oh
I want
I want...
You to babysit my children
While I go out on the razzle
Save me
Save me from my children
Save me
Save me from my children
Now you say things
That don't make sense
So don't even use your brain on them
Oh
I want
I want...
You to babysit my children
While I go out on the razzle
Save me
Save me from my children
Save me
Save me from my children
Save me
Save me from my children
You know it's true
You know I care about you
You know it's true
You know I care
You know it's true
The world and you...
You know it's true
You know I care about you
You know it's true you know I care
Oh I
I care
Oh I
I care
In "My Children", Marion combines a catchy sound with lyrics that portray the struggles of parenthood. The song starts with the idea that time flies by without any big events, but even in those moments, you are still able to find reasons to laugh at yourself. This laughter is a reminder that despite the challenges of life, it's important to keep a sense of humor.
The chorus introduces the idea that sometimes parents need a break from their children, and they turn to friends for help. The main character wants their friend to babysit their children while they go out and let loose. The lyrics "save me from my children" is a humorous take on the idea that children can be overwhelming, and even the most loving parent needs a break from time to time.
Line by Line Meaning
When the day passes days
As time keeps moving, days turn into weeks and weeks turn into months, and you start to feel like time is slipping away.
And nothing else
Despite the constant passage of time, nothing substantial or exciting seems to happen in your life.
Still you can laugh
However, even in the midst of monotony, you can still find joy and humor in the little things.
At yourself
In particular, you can find amusement at your own quirks and flaws, and not take yourself too seriously.
Oh
This line is an interjection that expresses a feeling of being overwhelmed or frustrated.
I want
This phrase signifies a desire or wish for something; in this case, it is not immediately clear what Marion wants.
No-one ever comes round
Marion feels neglected and isolated, as though no one ever visits or checks up on her.
To pick you up
Marion longs for someone to come and lift her spirits when she is feeling low.
When you're feeling down
This line reiterates Marion's sense of loneliness and sadness, suggesting that she feels unsupported in her struggles.
You to babysit my children
Marion's desire becomes clear: she wants the listener to take care of her kids while she goes out and has a good time.
While I go out on the razzle
This phrase connotes going out on the town, partying, and having fun, something Marion seems to desperately need.
Save me
This line represents Marion's cry for help, as if she is drowning and needs someone to rescue her from the pressures of parenting and daily life.
From my children
Marion views her kids as a burden or obstacle that is preventing her from enjoying herself or finding happiness.
Now you say things
The song shifts focus to the listener, who apparently says things that don't make sense to Marion, suggesting that the listener may be causing or exacerbating some of her distress.
That don't make sense
Marion is confused or frustrated by the listener's words or actions, adding to her sense of being overwhelmed and misunderstood.
So don't even use your brain on them
Marion advises the listener to refrain from trying to reason with her or offer solutions to her problems, as she is not interested in rational thinking at the moment.
You know it's true
This phrase signals a shift back to the theme of caring for one another, suggesting that despite their differences or misunderstandings, there is a fundamental bond between the singer and the listener.
You know I care about you
This line expresses Marion's affection for the listener, indicating that she values their relationship and wants to make things work.
The world and you...
This is an incomplete sentence, leaving the listener to infer what Marion is trying to say. It could be interpreted as an acknowledgement of the listener's importance in a chaotic or uncertain world, or as a gentle rebuke for something the listener has done to impact Marion's sense of security or stability.
Oh I
This phrase is another interjection, signaling Marion's emotional intensity or distress.
I care
Despite her frustrations and desires for greater freedom, Marion emphasizes her deep sense of caring for the listener and others in her life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANTHONY PAUL GRANTHAM, JAIME BRIAN HARDING, PHILLIP CUNNINGHAM
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