Ottoman spawned from a three piece electro… Read Full Bio ↴1. Joey Cannon is Ottoman
Ottoman spawned from a three piece electronic band Otaku No Denki. Formed in Liverpool, UK the band released an album back in Sept 2003 'The Future Played Backwards' which was well liked by the late John Peel. Otaku Welcome U is a tribute to the band he once played in.
Also has worked on other projects with Quow Quow and Music Taken out of Context
Ottoman left Otaku No Denki shortly after the album was released to travel round the world. He stayed in New Zealand for 2 and a half years continuing to make music. He returned to UK in 2006.
His music is inspired from travelling. Background sounds to accompany most modes of transport and the imagery he has in mind would be quite abstract and sometimes dark. When Gaere Corrodes was influenced from listening to War of the Worlds loads of times.
Since listening to 80s, New Order, Bronski Beat and Paul Hardcastle, Ottoman has developed a his own weird skew on electronic music, pulling influences from John Barry to Boards of Canada and As I was Rowing is an example of this.
www.myspace.com/ottomanmusic
2. Icelandic four piece rockband Ottoman from Reykjavik.
Ottoman is
Stefán Laxdal - Guitar
Helgi Durhuus - Bass
Atli Steinn Bjarnason - Drums
Fróði Ploder - Vocals
Glory Days
Ottoman Lyrics
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Lord said let it go
I provide the church and bride
And you provide the show
Hey, there, take good care
We all witness your trace
You were given fruit to bear
And now you fall from grace
Holy winner called me
Day dream, obscene, for the
Glory days when I'm alone
First class sinner called me
Reigning supreme, for the
Glory days when I'm alone
Hey, ho I gave you two more
Lord said keep the change
Put it in your pocket
So I can know your fate
Hey there, don't you dare
Leave your thoughts unlocked
You're the one who opens doors
And I'm the one who knocks
Holy winner called me
Day dream, obscene, for the
Glory days when I'm alone
First class sinner called me
Reigning supreme, for the
Glory days when I'm alone
Wrong side of the finish
Gave no reason for the end of time
Upset with the wrong dish
Gave no reason for wasting my time
Lord I spat but missed his face
Will you comfort and erase
All these feelings I cannot chase
Holy dreams and glory days
The lyrics to "Glory Days" by Ottoman delve into themes of power dynamics, religious hypocrisy, and personal struggles. The song begins with the singer reflecting on a situation where they provided support, symbolized by the line "Hey, ho, I gave you two more." However, they feel let down by the recipient, represented by the phrase "Lord said let it go." This suggests a feeling of betrayal or disappointment in the person they helped.
The next lines, "I provide the church and bride, and you provide the show," highlight a power dynamic where the singer feels that they are the ones providing the substance or foundation while the other person is just putting on a performance. This could be interpreted as critiquing the superficiality and insincerity of the other person's actions, suggesting that they prioritize appearance over true substance.
As the song progresses, the singer addresses the person directly, cautioning them to "take good care" because their actions are being observed by others. The line "You were given fruit to bear and now you fall from grace" implies that the person had potential or responsibility but failed to fulfill it, resulting in a loss of favor or status.
The chorus introduces the concept of "glory days" when the singer is alone. This could refer to times when they feel empowered and in control, away from the influence or manipulation of others. The Holy winner and first class sinner mentioned in the chorus could represent the conflicting aspects of the singer's persona, reflecting the duality within themselves.
The song's final lines speak of being on the wrong side of the finish, feeling upset with the wrong dish, and missing an opportunity to confront and express their emotions to a higher power. The lyrics express a desire for comfort, erasure of negative feelings, and a return to a state of blissful dreams and glory days.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, ho, I gave you two more
I willingly gave you additional opportunities
Lord said let it go
God instructed to release any burdens or attachments
I provide the church and bride
I offer spiritual guidance and support
And you provide the show
While you focus on appearances and outward displays
Hey, there, take good care
Please be cautious and attentive
We all witness your trace
We observe and notice the path you leave behind
You were given fruit to bear
You were entrusted with responsibilities and tasks to fulfill
And now you fall from grace
But you have now lost favor and spiritual blessing
Holy winner called me
A divine presence recognized and summoned me
Day dream, obscene, for the
Engaging in unrealistic and inappropriate fantasies, yearning for the
Glory days when I'm alone
Days of greatness and fulfillment when I am in solitude
First class sinner called me
Being labeled as a prominent and unrepentant wrongdoer by others
Reigning supreme, for the
Holding authority and dominance, longing for the
Glory days when I'm alone
Days of greatness and fulfillment when I am in solitude
Hey, ho I gave you two more
I willingly gave you additional opportunities
Lord said keep the change
God instructed to retain any alterations or transformations
Put it in your pocket
Keep it close and concealed
So I can know your fate
So I can be aware of your destiny and outcome
Hey there, don't you dare
Do not even consider
Leave your thoughts unlocked
Leaving your innermost ideas and beliefs vulnerable and exposed
You're the one who opens doors
You are the catalyst for new opportunities and possibilities
And I'm the one who knocks
And I am the force that initiates change and disruption
Wrong side of the finish
Being on the incorrect path towards the end
Gave no reason for the end of time
Provided no justification for the conclusion of existence
Upset with the wrong dish
Dissatisfied with the undesirable circumstances
Gave no reason for wasting my time
Failed to provide a rationale for the squandering of my time
Lord I spat but missed his face
I attempted to disrespect God, but failed in my endeavors
Will you comfort and erase
Can you offer solace and eliminate
All these feelings I cannot chase
The emotions that I am unable to overcome or escape
Holy dreams and glory days
Sacred aspirations and days of greatness
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Stefán Laxdal
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