In 2007 the former members, minus Steven Drake and adding Murray Atkinson (guitar) reformed under the name "The New Odds", whose MySpace page claimed the new group sounds "a little bit like Odds only not quite." The album Cheerleader was issued by the band under this name. By 2009 the band moved back to their original moniker "Odds"
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Satisfied
Odds Lyrics
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San Franciscans don't leave on account of an earthquake
There are textbook moves and trails to blaze
No shortage of advice
So I'm blindly staying put
Like a deer caught in the headlights
[Chorus]
I could be horribly wrong; (I'm satisfied)
Till disaster comes along, (I'm satisfied)
Taken in the back to get my ear chewing
Better that than learn
They'll be wiping simple smiles off my face
Until it's someone else's turn
I like the smell and endure the taste
Of everything that's cheaper
And when he asks me, "Did you have a good time?"
I'll say, "Get the lights, Mr. Grim Reaper"
[Chorus]
Turn on the reading light
As the room brings in the night
Completely wasted time is the time that I like
[Chorus]
The first verse of Odds’ song “Satisfied” delves into the theme of indecision, as the singer reflects on the many choices and pieces of advice that he has been given, but ultimately remains stationary and uncertain about what course of action to take. The use of the metaphor “deer caught in the headlights” emphasizes his hesitation and vulnerability in the face of potentially negative outcomes. The chorus presents a sense of resignation, as the singer repeats the phrase “I’m satisfied” while acknowledging the possibility of being “horribly wrong” and anticipating a future disaster. This suggests that the singer has become complacent and resigned to his current state, rather than actively pursuing change or improvement.
In the second verse, the singer reflects on his experience of being taken “in the back to get my ear chewing”, a situation in which he is forced to endure unpleasant or painful circumstances. He contrasts this with the pleasure he takes in experiencing things that are “cheaper”, suggesting a self-destructive tendency or lack of self-worth. The repeated mention of “Mr. Grim Reaper” in both verses implies a fear of death or mortality, perhaps reinforcing the singer’s reluctance to take risks or make big decisions. The final lines of the song, “Completely wasted time is the time that I like”, seem to confirm this self-destructive tendency and suggest a lack of hope or motivation.
Line by Line Meaning
Add it to the list of square-jawed decisions I refuse to make for the same reason
I have a list of tough decisions that I am not willing to make, and this decision is going straight onto that list.
San Franciscans don't leave on account of an earthquake
San Francisco is known for experiencing earthquakes, but even that isn't enough to make its residents leave.
There are textbook moves and trails to blaze
There are standard ways to do things and new paths to create.
No shortage of advice
Many people are willing to give advice, and I have plenty of options to choose from.
So I'm blindly staying put
I am choosing to stay where I am without fully understanding the consequences.
Like a deer caught in the headlights
I feel paralyzed and unsure of what to do next.
After all these songs, (I'm satisfied)
Despite all my experiences, I've reached a point where I'm content with where I am in life.
I could be horribly wrong; (I'm satisfied)
I'm aware that I may be overlooking something important, but I'm still satisfied with my current situation.
Till disaster comes along, (I'm satisfied)
I may not have everything figured out, but I'm content with what I have until something comes along and disrupts my life.
Taken in the back to get my ear chewing
I'm receiving criticism from someone in private.
Better that than learn
I believe that it's better to receive criticism in private than learn in a more painful manner.
They'll be wiping simple smiles off my face
The criticism is going to hurt me and make me lose my sense of contentment.
Until it's someone else's turn
I'm expecting that someone else will receive criticism next and take the attention away from me.
I like the smell and endure the taste
I'm willing to endure discomfort for something that I enjoy.
Of everything that's cheaper
I'm willing to settle for less expensive options to satisfy my desires.
And when he asks me, "Did you have a good time?"
Someone is asking me if I enjoyed myself.
I'll say, "Get the lights, Mr. Grim Reaper"
I'm choosing to end the situation, even if it means facing a negative consequence or ending of some sort.
Turn on the reading light
I'm turning on a light so that I can see better.
As the room brings in the night
As the darkness of night fills the room.
Completely wasted time is the time that I like
I enjoy spending my time on unproductive things that make me happy.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PAUL BRENNAN, STEVEN DRAKE, DOUG ELLIOTT, CRAIG WILLIAM ANDREW NORTHEY, PAT STEWARD
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Yukon Kornelius
seen them last week at The Neat Cafe in Burnstown Ontario. Great Show. Great Band.
Josh Somerville
I'm more than Satisfied with this song!!
Colin Smith
Brilliant song, band, recording.
Katherine Hancocks
"After all these songs, (I'm satisfied)
I could be horribly wrong; (I'm satisfied)
Till disaster comes along, (I'm satisfied)"
If I look at Chinese writing, it is meaningless to me.
Until 2003 most everything was meaningless. And everything has become more and more meaningful since then. Except for the couple times I was drugged in 2010 and 2018.
When the odds song came out in 95, I wasn't thinking ANY songs.
I think I phoned sun FM and requested Ron Larson play this song and he said 'no.'
Great song.