Metronomy began in the tiny, bohemian market town of Totnes, Devon, when Joseph’s Dad sold his son a computer so he could sit in his bedroom and make electronic music. He was inspired by the likes of Autechre, LFO and Aphex Twin, more as a creative hobby than a pop masterplan.
After decamping to Brighton for Uni, Metronomy released their debut album in June 2006. It was called Pip Paine (Pay The £5000 You Owe), and its obtuse but fascinating, largely instrumental electro-pop reflected the eccentricity of its title, and the enduring influence of Totnes.
Joseph admits that he only, finally, saw the commercial possibilities of Metronomy when DJ, producer, Trash founder and electro-punk avatar Erol Alkan began to feature the single You Could Easily Have Me in his sets, and asked Metronomy to play at his club. Cue the need for a proper live show, and the additions of Gabriel Stebbing, Oscar Cash, dance routines and clothes that blink.
Move on 2 years and Nights Out a wonky love-child of Giorgio Moroder, New Order, Pet Shop Boys and Unfinished Sympathy is a second album that feels like a debut. The first to be vocal-led, with the self-effacing Joseph stepping up and grabbing the mic for most of the tracks; and, crucially, the first to introduce Metronomy as a fully live propsition, rather than a pseudonym for Joseph‘s solo work.
As Metronomy’s busy touring schedule built a buzz amongst kids who instinctively get the dance/art crossover, In April 2009 the Metronomy show took another leap in its evolution, with the addition for the first time of a live drummer in Anna Prior, and bassist Gbenga Adelekan. The new Metronomy was completely live, proving it is possible for electronic bands to put on show as authentic as any rock band.
Meanwhile Joseph has embarked on a series of prestigious remixes for the likes of Klaxons, Franz Ferdinand, Gorillaz and collaborations with Kate Nash and Florence and The Machine. Metronomy produced part of the highly acclaimed Roots Manuva album Slime and Reason.
Trick Or Treatz
Metronomy Lyrics
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Checking out my girlfriends
Hanging with your boyfriends
I have to say that you were looking tight
I was checking out your dancing
Hoping that my luck was in
Won't you turn around
Have a look at what you're missing
Darling if you saw my treats
You'd fly so high you couldn't catch your feet
And baby when you look so sweet
You need some of my trick or treatz
Trick or treatz
Trick or treatz
why don't you come here boy just step to me
I'm expecting nothing fancy
yeah I just want you to romance me
I'm not concerned by rims or the way you drive
I just want you to impress me
see how quick you can undress me
Darling if you saw my treats
You'd fly so high you couldn't catch your feet
And baby when you look so sweet
You need some of my trick or treatz
Trick or treatz
Trick or treatz
The lyrics to Metronomy's "Trick or Treatz" tell the story of a woman who is flirting with a man she just met at a party. She first noticed him checking out her girlfriends and hanging with his own boyfriends. She then compliments his looks and dance moves, hoping that maybe they can kiss later. She then invites him to step to her, asking that he romances her, but clarifies that she's not interested in material possessions, instead she just wants him to impress her by being quick to undress her. The chorus suggests that her "treats" are irresistible and that he needs her "trick or treatz."
The song employs a playful and seductive tone, with the woman taking the lead in expressing her desires to the man. The "trick or treatz" refrain implies that she has a bag of secrets or naughty pleasures that the man would enjoy, and that he needs to experience them to truly appreciate her.
Overall, the lyrics in "Trick or Treatz" are about sexual attraction and the desire to explore physical pleasures with a new partner. The woman is bold and unapologetic in her approach, making it clear that she wants to have a good time without any strings attached.
Line by Line Meaning
When I first saw you boy the other night
I noticed you when I saw you with your friends the other night
Checking out my girlfriends
You were looking at my female friends
Hanging with your boyfriends
You were with your male friends
I have to say that you were looking tight
I must admit that you looked attractive
I was checking out your dancing
I was observing the way you danced
Hoping that my luck was in
I was hoping that you would be interested in me too
Won't you turn around
Could you please face me?
Have a look at what you're missing
Take a look at what you're not experiencing
Maybe we can do some kissing
Perhaps we can exchange some kisses
Darling if you saw my treats
My possessions are so irresistible
You'd fly so high you couldn't catch your feet
You'll be so overwhelmed that you won't be able to contain your excitement
And baby when you look so sweet
You look so charming and pleasing
You need some of my trick or treatz
You need to experience the things I have to offer
why don't you come here boy just step to me
Why don't you come closer to me, boy?
I'm expecting nothing fancy
I don't want anything extravagant
yeah I just want you to romance me
I just want you to woo me
I'm not concerned by rims or the way you drive
I'm not impressed by your car or driving skills
I just want you to impress me
I need to see something from you that will capture my attention
see how quick you can undress me
Let's see how quickly you can undress me
Trick or treatz
The things I have to offer
Trick or treatz
The things I have to offer
Trick or treatz
The things I have to offer
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOSEPH PATRICK MOUNT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
luki dworak
[Verse 1]
When I first saw you, boy, the other night
Checking out my girlfriends
Hanging with your boyfriends
I have to say that you were looking tight
I was checking out your dancing
Hoping that my luck was in
Won't you turn around?
Have a look at what you're missing
Maybe we can do some kissing
[Chorus]
Darling, if you saw my treats
You'd fly so high you couldn't catch your feet
And baby, when you look so sweet
You need some of my trick or treats
Trick or treats
Trick or treats
[Verse 2]
Why don't you come here, boy? Just step to me
I'm expecting nothing fancy
Yeah, I just want you to romance me
I'm not concerned by rims or the way you drive
I just want you to impress me
See how quick you can undress me
[Chorus]
Darling, if you saw my treats
You'd fly so high you couldn't catch your feet
And baby, when you look so sweet
You need some of my trick or treats
Trick or treats
Trick or treats
Henry Crz
When I first saw you boy the other night
Checking out my girlfriends
Hanging with your boyfriends
I have to say that you were looking tight
I was checking out your dancing
Hoping that my luck was in
Won't you turn around
Have a look at what you're missing
Maybe we can do some kissing
Darling if you saw my treats
You'd fly so high you couldn't catch your feet
And baby when you look so sweet
You need some of my trick or treatz
Trick or treatz
Trick or treatz
why don't you come here boy just step to me
I'm expecting nothing fancy
yeah I just want you to romance me
I'm not concerned by rims or the way you drive
I just want you to impress me
see how quick you can undress me
Darling if you saw my treats
You'd fly so high you couldn't catch your feet
And baby when you look so sweet
You need some of my trick or treatz
Trick or treatz
Trick or treatz
luki dworak
[Verse 1]
When I first saw you, boy, the other night
Checking out my girlfriends
Hanging with your boyfriends
I have to say that you were looking tight
I was checking out your dancing
Hoping that my luck was in
Won't you turn around?
Have a look at what you're missing
Maybe we can do some kissing
[Chorus]
Darling, if you saw my treats
You'd fly so high you couldn't catch your feet
And baby, when you look so sweet
You need some of my trick or treats
Trick or treats
Trick or treats
[Verse 2]
Why don't you come here, boy? Just step to me
I'm expecting nothing fancy
Yeah, I just want you to romance me
I'm not concerned by rims or the way you drive
I just want you to impress me
See how quick you can undress me
[Chorus]
Darling, if you saw my treats
You'd fly so high you couldn't catch your feet
And baby, when you look so sweet
You need some of my trick or treats
Trick or treats
Trick or treats
Rice-a-FashionBoss
We all agree that Pip Paine is the most underrated Metronomy album?
Antonio Liborio
@FABRISKOSHO xD
Daigoro
it is metronomy’s bleach
Anayelsi Salinas
I always rediscover them. I love this band!
Marymette24
Awesome band. They get even better and better.
pedro
pqp n tem como n amar essa música
Virginie Mokwinski
Mon morceau préféré de metronomy
Jesse Bourret - Gheysen
I wish they stuck with the style of this release.. So awesome
Anna M
Jesse Bourret - Gheysen, you might like their album "summer of 08" then