This eventually led Oh No Oh My to invade Europe, gallivanting around the continent wreaking havoc upon the entire population with their awesome and mighty "ROCK". In between rocking the face off of the people of Western Europe, the band took a small break in the summer of 2008 to record some songs that had been kicking around for a couple of years. These 5 songs formed the EP entitled "Dmtirij Dmitrij" named for their beloved driver and friend, Dima, who had become fast friends with the band whilst speeding like mad men across the Autobahn at night, for the show must go on!
After some more tours and self reflection, an epiphany was formed amongst the members of the road weary band. It had been almost 4 years since the band last attempted to write and record a large collection of songs. And even then, the previous "album" was never recorded with the intention of being released as such. So, to rectify this situation, it was decided that a big fat "HOLD" must be placed on all other band related activities at the time, and Oh No Oh My's first album (at least intentionally) was to be made!
So after much time passing while writing and recording, the band is now set to release a collection of 12 brand new songs upon the world, to collectively be called "People Problems". Because most problems in life stem from people, and what better thing to write about than people, and our problems with them? A fairly dramatic stylistic departure from the previous music Oh No Oh My was known for, the songs of "People Problems" are made up in a much more somber, yet grand scale, which include arrangements for a string quartet. Recorded sporadically over 8 months in Austin, Texas at Public Hi-Fi (owned by Spoon drummer/producer, Jim Eno) by Jeff Byrd and Brad Bell, as well as at the Sugarcube (Daniel's own studio).
I Love You All the Time
Oh No Oh My Lyrics
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Except when you are mine
To be with you is a crime
I love you all the time
Except when you drink wine
You think you?re so divine
Except when we go dine
You spend till my last dime
The lyrics of "I love you all the time" by Oh No Oh My showcase a complicated and turbulent relationship. The song is delivered in a bouncy and upbeat manner, which contrasts with the lyrics. The song is about an individual who loves someone, but only under certain conditions. They love them "except when you are mine," and "except when you drink wine," and "except when we go dine."
When the person is with them, it feels like a crime, and they think that they are so divine, which could indicate an unbecoming arrogance or boastfulness. When they go out to eat, they spend all of their money, which could add to the unhealthy dynamic at play between the two individuals. It seems essential to point out that the song is not necessarily promoting this kind of behavior or relationship dynamic. Instead, it's exposing the toxic nature of some relationships that continue to persist despite obvious problems.
Moreover, the lyrics can also be interpreted as suggesting that the individual singing the song is afraid to love someone completely. Hence, despite loving the person all the time, they only love them conditionally. These lyrics can be interpreted in different ways, and one of the great things about music is that everyone can have their takeaways from the same song.
Line by Line Meaning
I love you all the time
My affection for you is constant and unwavering
Except when you are mine
Being in a committed relationship with you poses challenges and complications
To be with you is a crime
The intense feelings of love that I have for you can sometimes lead me to do things that are considered inappropriate or punishable
Except when you drink wine
Seeing you under the influence of alcohol can be frustrating and concerning
You think you're so divine
Your behavior and actions when intoxicated make you believe that you are above accountability and responsibility
Except when we go dine
Spending time with you at expensive restaurants can lead to financial strain
You spend till my last dime
Your extravagant spending habits jeopardize our financial stability and future
Contributed by Lucas S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.