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.
Wedding Bells
Metronomy Lyrics
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But they're not for you
They're for your best friend
And for my best friend
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
But they're not for me
They're for my best friend
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
But they're not for you
My guitar
My guitar
My guitar
My guitar
So, let's hideout
Yeah, let's hideout
Yeah, let's hideout
Yeah, let's hideout
So, let's hideout
In the darkness
Of your parent's
Back garden
'Cause I hear wedding bells
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
But they're not for you
The lyrics to Metronomy’s "Wedding" depict a bittersweet moment of unrequited love amidst the prospect of someone else's impending marriage. The repetition of “Yeah, I hear wedding bells” is both ominous and hauntingly beautiful, drawing attention to the bitter reality of a love not meant to be. Instead, the wedding bells signify the union of the singer's best friend and their love’s best friend. The lyrics convey a sense of sadness and jealousy, as the singer feels out of place, aching for the one they love while being forced to witness the happiness of others.
The lines “My guitar, my guitar, my guitar, my guitar” indicate the singer’s need for an emotional outlet, and the following lines, “So, let's hideout, yeah, let's hideout, yeah, let's hideout, yeah, let's hideout” suggest a desire to escape from the overwhelming feelings brought on by the situation. The singer seeks refuge in the darkness of the parent's backyard, in hopes of momentarily forgetting the impending reality of the situation. While the lyrics show a sense of sadness, there is still a sense of peace in the acceptance that what the singer wants is just not possible.
Overall, Metronomy’s “Wedding” is a beautiful ode to the struggle and pain that come with love in difficult circumstances. The lyrics offer insight into the complicated emotions that accompany unrequited love, and the beautiful melancholia of the song makes it an unforgettable piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
The singer hears wedding bells ringing.
But they're not for you
The wedding bells are not for the person the singer is speaking to.
They're for your best friend
The wedding bells are for the person's best friend.
And for my best friend
The wedding bells are also for the artist's best friend.
My guitar
The artist has their guitar with them.
Let's hideout
The singer suggests they hide out somewhere.
In the darkness
The hiding place is in a dark location.
Of your parent's
The hiding place is in the parent's property of the person the artist is speaking to.
Back garden
The hiding place is in the backyard of the parent's property.
But they're not for you
The wedding bells are reiterated to not be for the person the artist is speaking to.
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Written by: Joseph Patrick Kennith Mount
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HERE ARE THE LYRICS:
“Wedding Bells"
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
But they're not for you
They're for your best friend
And my best friend
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
But they're not for me
They're for my best friend
And your best friend
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
But they're not for you
My guitar, my guitar
My guitar, my guitar
So let's hide out
Yeah, let's hide out
Yeah, let's hide out
Yeah, let's hide out
So then, let's hide out
So let's hide out
In the darkness
Of your parents
Back garden
'Cause I hear wedding bells
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
Yeah, I hear wedding bells
But they're not for you
@metronomy
What does everyone think of the album so far? 🔔
@yosmelaraujo3470
I really love it. There were a couple of instrumental tracks that took me THERE. I feel it could become one of my favorites with a few more listens to it.
@joaobigua
I think you've evolved so consistently well. I love your sound since 2011. And the band still looks amazing. Loved the new album ❤
@jsax1000
It's a masterpiece! Thank you! Metronomy forevaaa
@LucasIsGodard
I'm a Russian film maker I'm dreaming about making a video for you.
@Darkart-vo1zd
Very Niceu
@jocelynfreya
I want to go to more parties where I can just sit in an arm chair anti-socially whilst getting passed drinks and doughnuts with Metronomy in the room...
@GorgonDrageil
AND get the love interest in the end, by doing nothing
@GorgonDrageil
AND get the love interest in the end, by doing nothing
@ZorroMccloud
The dream