Melon Diesel started playing under the name of Treehouse in the early '90s. The name was changed in 1995, based on a drink served at a Gibraltar bar where the band used to perform. The group moved to London to work with producer Barry Sage, recording La Cuesta de Mr. Bond. "La Cuesta de Mr. Bond" is a Gibraltarian nickname for Flat Bastion Road.[1]
The group has now split up but formed two new bands. Taxi being one of them containing frontman Dylan Ferro as well as other Melon Diesel members, which are touring and popular in Spain. The remaining members formed Area 52 which are still performing in the local circuit of Gibraltar with much success.
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Graveyard
Melon Diesel Lyrics
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Everybody takes a joyride
Everybody needs a quick brain
cos nobody's got a clear mind no, no.
It's for you that I live, always
And it's for you that I live, always.
Everybody needs a new face
Everybody wants to quit love
cause nobody wants the hard drive no, no.
It's for you that I live, always
And it's for you that I live, always
But it's all of the things
That you left, so behind... in my mind.
But I saw you in my graveyard
Yes I saw you once again
You came creeping round my graveyard
Yes I caught you once again and again,
and again, and again.
Everybody needs a good day
And everybody wants a long night
But everybody wants something
That they can't get in real life no, no.
It's for you that I live, always
And it's for you that I live, always
But it's all of the things
That you left, so behind... in my mind.
Oh I saw you in my graveyard
Yes I saw you once again
You came creeping round my graveyard
Came round my grave again.
Yes I saw you in my graveyard
Yes I saw you once again
You came creeping round my graveyard
You came around my grave
again, and again, and again, and again.
Love pushed me in, hate pulled me out
It's a feeling that I just can't explain
I wasn't sure, I had my doubts
Now it's all these things that
makes me wonder- Yeah
(Oh Lord Yeah)
Yes I saw you in my graveyard
Yes I saw you once again
You came creeping round my graveyard
You came around my grave again.
Yes I saw you in my graveyard
Yes I saw you once again
You came creeping round my graveyard
Must I bury you again.
Yes I saw you....
Yes I saw you....
Yes I saw you....
Yes I saw ..... I saw you in my graveyard.
The song "Graveyard" by Melon Diesel explores themes of desire, longing, and nostalgia. The opening lines describe the common experience of living life in a fast-paced and impulsive manner, with everyone riding the metaphorical "speedtrain" and seeking instant gratification. However, the singer professes that it is their love for someone that anchors them in life and gives them a sense of purpose. The lyrics "it's for you that I live, always" are repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of this love.
The second verse delves into the idea that people often try to put forth a certain image or facade, trying to show only their "good side" or the version of themselves that they think others want to see. However, the singer laments that this can lead to a lack of true love, with people unwilling to be vulnerable and show their authentic selves. The chorus then returns to the idea of seeing the person they love in their "graveyard," suggesting that perhaps this love is lost or unattainable.
The bridge of the song introduces the idea of conflicting feelings, with love and hate both playing a role in the singer's emotions. They express uncertainty and doubt about their feelings, but ultimately come to the conclusion that it is this person who they saw in their "graveyard" who is the source of these intense emotions.
Overall, the song paints a vivid picture of the complexities of love and relationships, and how they can leave a lasting impact on a person's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody rides the speedtrain
Everyone is always in a rush to get somewhere, constantly moving and never slowing down.
Everybody takes a joyride
People often engage in activities that bring them pleasure, even if only temporarily.
Everybody needs a quick brain
cos nobody's got a clear mind no, no.
People rely on their intelligence to succeed in life, but many are often confused or uncertain about their goals or direction.
It's for you that I live, always
And it's for you that I live, always.
The artist is devoted to someone special in their life and lives only for this person's sake.
Everybody needs a new face
'Cos everybody needs a good side
Everybody wants to quit love
cause nobody wants the hard drive no, no.
People try to change themselves or their situation in order to present the best version of themselves, but they often give up on love because it requires hard work and commitment.
But it's all of the things
That you left, so behind... in my mind.
The singer laments the loss of someone or something, and these memories haunt them forever.
But I saw you in my graveyard
Yes I saw you once again
You came creeping round my graveyard
Yes I caught you once again and again,
and again, and again.
The singer keeps having visions or memories of the person they miss, and this person keeps returning to haunt them over and over again.
Everybody needs a good day
And everybody wants a long night
But everybody wants something
That they can't get in real life no, no.
People always hope for good things to come, and they desire a sense of adventure or escape. However, many things are simply unattainable in reality.
Love pushed me in, hate pulled me out
It's a feeling that I just can't explain
I wasn't sure, I had my doubts
Now it's all these things that
makes me wonder- Yeah
(Oh Lord Yeah)
The artist has experienced both love and hate, and these emotions have had a profound impact on their life. They are reflective about their past and unsure of how to proceed in the future.
Yes I saw you in my graveyard
Must I bury you again.
The artist is tormented by their memories and visions of the person they miss. They feel as though they must try and bury these thoughts in order to move on.
Contributed by Jason E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.