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).
On the Town
Oh No Oh My Lyrics
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I'm in love and there's no where to go
They're on my tail so please don't fail me
But if I'm found they'll surely hang me
I'm always on the run
Always on the run
The cops around their guns all wrapped in gold
If it's the end then please don't hate me
I need your kiss or else just waste me darling
I'm always on the run
Always on the run
The lyrics to Oh No Oh My’s “On the Town” describe a story of a desperate man who is being chased by the cops while trying to express his love to someone. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a town with the sound of police sirens filling the air as the man pleads with his lover to help him. He’s on the run and doesn’t have anywhere to go, all he wants is to be with the person he loves. He’s even willing to risk his life for just one kiss from his lover.
The desperation in the song is palpable, as the man seems to be at the end of his rope. He knows that the cops are on his tail and he may not make it out alive. He’s asking his lover to help him out of this situation by giving him a chance to escape. He’s hoping that his lover’s kiss will give him the strength he needs to keep running.
In summary, “On the Town” is a song about a man’s desperate attempt to express his love while being chased by the police. The song is filled with emotion and paints a vivid image of a man who is willing to risk everything just to be with the person he loves.
Line by Line Meaning
On the town beneath your window
I am currently located under your window in the city.
I'm in love and there's no where to go
I have fallen in love, but due to my current situation, I am unable to act on my feelings.
They're on my tail so please don't fail me
I am being pursued, so I ask that you do not let me down.
But if I'm found they'll surely hang me
If I am apprehended, I will face dire consequences such as execution by hanging.
I'm always on the run
I am constantly in a state of fleeing from my pursuers.
The cops around their guns all wrapped in gold
The police officers are armed with golden guns, and are fearing no expenses to catch me.
If it's the end then please don't hate me
In the event that this marks the end of our time together, I plead that you do not resent me.
I need your kiss or else just waste me darling
I desire for your kiss, and if it is not possible, then I would rather perish.
I'm always on the run
As stated before, I am in a perpetual state of fleeing from those who pursue me.
Contributed by Noah W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.