She began her musical career in the early-1990s fronting a band named Tabitha Zu. Punky in a glittery sort of way, they were an indicator of things to come. Although largely tipped for the top and even playing the Reading Festival in 1992, they only released one EP, titled On Reality, before morphing into the simply named Zu. As Zu, again, only one EP, The Apart, was released, before they disbanded.
Melanie Garside re-emerged in 1996 with her hair cut short and dyed orange, and with her first solo album, Fossil. At this stage, she was frequently described as "The indie scene's Shania Twain". Two singles were released from the album; Big White Room, and She Knows.
This stage did not last long, with Mel re-appearing once again, this time fronting a three-piece band, calling themselves Our Lady Of Miracles. Under this guise, Melanie dropped the indie label and returned to making quirky rock music. After playing a few gigs they changed their name to The Vertigo Angels and released their only album Eradicate Apathy in 2003. Two singles; 'Burned' (Hijack)' and 'Firefly', were also released. Although the album was met with critical acclaim, The Vertigo Angels appear to have disbanded. This is also around the time Melanie became Maple Bee (sometimes Maplebee), being credited this way on the Eradicate Apathy album.
It was around this time that Melanie, as Maple Bee, joined the Mediaeval Baebes. She has sung on their latest albums, Mirabilis - as well as arranging and performing lead vocal on All For Love Of One - and the soundtrack to the BBC television series The Virgin Queen.
She has also released one album as Maple Bee to date, Chasing Eva. Chasing Eva was originally released in 2003 as a single album, but was re-released with all new artwork as a double CD in 2004. The album is penned entirely by Melanie except two tracks written in collaboration with other musicians, and a cover of Doris Day's Perhaps, Perhaps. Melanie, a talented guitarist, plays almost all the instruments as well as singing. Mel has also stated on her website that she is currently working on a new MapleBee record.
From 2004 to 2005, she played bass in her sister, KatieJane Garside's band, Queenadreena, and appeared on their latest album, The Butcher and the Butterfly. She toured with them for a short time, before leaving to focus on her other projects.
Maple Bee and writer/producer Pike Galloway are currently working together as a duo under the name of Huski, with an album, entitled Love, Peace, Pain due for release in July 2006, following the three track single Make Me Your Picture (iTunes exclusive), on May 22nd.
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Sick on Words
Melanie Garside Lyrics
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And now I change form in the rain, breathe in close dream
And now a message is forming words
Upon the floor and I find that I drink
Drinking on, sick on words
Drinking on, sick on words
Drinking on
Where to reach where to?
Take this drug move this space to my mind need
Taken time slow my mind clearing the path growing
And now a message is forming words
Upon the floor and I find that I drink
Drinking on, sick on words
Drinking on, sick on words
Drinking on, sick on words
Now I can see them there
Where to reach where to?
Ride the waves of mind
Ride the waves of mind
And now a message is forming words
Upon the floor and I find that I drink
Drinking on, sick on words
Drinking on, sick on words
Drinking on, sick on words
Drinking on, sick on words
Drinking on, sick on words
Drinking on, sick on words
Drinking on, sick on words
Reach out for this
Reach out for this
In my space
In my space
The lyrics of Melanie Garside's song "Sick on Words" are abstract and could be interpreted in several different ways. At first glance, the lyrics seem to be about the singer's struggle with addiction, possibly to drugs or alcohol. The line "Drinking on, sick on words" suggests that the singer is using words as a means of escape, but they are ultimately having a negative effect on her. The repetition of this line creates a sense of helplessness and desperation, as if the singer is trapped in a cycle of addiction.
However, there are also hints throughout the song that suggest a deeper meaning. The repetition of the line "And now a message is forming words" suggests that there is a message that the singer is trying to communicate, but she is struggling to find the words to express it. The line "Ride the waves of mind" suggests that the singer is exploring the depths of her own consciousness, seeking a deeper understanding of herself and the world around her. The final line, "In my space", suggests that the singer is searching for a sense of solitude or inner peace.
Overall, "Sick on Words" is a complex and introspective song that explores the themes of addiction, self-discovery, and inner turmoil.
Line by Line Meaning
In my space, leave no trace, of wasting time within
I want my space to be clear of anything that wastes my time
And now I change form in the rain, breathe in close dream
I transform and escape into a dreamlike state in the rain
And now a message is forming words
I have a message trying to surface
Upon the floor and I find that I drink
I drink to drown out the noise and find my message
Drinking on, sick on words
I keep drinking to avoid confronting the sickness I feel from my words
Now I can see them there, where to reach where to?
I can see my words, but don't know where to go from here
Take this drug move this space to my mind need
I want to take a drug to move my thoughts to a new level
Taken time slow my mind clearing the path growing
I take my time to slow down my mind and clear the way for growth
Ride the waves of mind
I want to ride the waves of my thoughts
And now a message is forming words
My message is still attempting to surface
Reach out for this
I am reaching out for something
In my space
I am still in my own space
Contributed by Ian N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.