The band first formed as a three piece in 2008 when late founding member Charles Haddon met up with other members Joe Hutchinson and Caan Capan. Alex Starling joined the band soon afterwards.
After a concert at Pukkelpop festival (Kiewit, Belgium), on Friday August 20th, 2010, the band's frontman, Charles Haddon, committed suicide. Haddon was reportedly "deeply upset" that he'd landed on a female fan during the band's show after he dived off the stage. His manager, Sam Farr, stated the fan's father had suggested he might take legal action after claiming that his daughter had suffered three damaged vertebrae due to his crowd surfing.
The singer had spoken to her father on the phone after the show. Haddon leapt to his death from a telecommunications mast behind the main stage. He was found to have 197mg of alcohol in his blood, which is more than twice the legal drink-drive limit.
The London three-piece were in Europe playing a number of festivals and were due to perform as part of Australia's touring Parklife festival the next month. They were also set to embark on a headline tour of the UK in October.
The Feeling
Ou Est Le Swimming Pool Lyrics
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Feel that you're all something
You had my head choose up my just appeal
You're knocking down pretend that you’ve seen nothing
You’ve seen nothing
Wait, the hands across your face
Seem more than words can say
You see I just can't wait
I just won't let you buy
You seem surprised to even see me try
When it’s not that kind of love
There’s an arrow through my heart
You're the one I’m dreaming of
Yes you’re the one I’m dreaming of
When it’s not that kind of love
There’s an arrow through my heart
You're the one I’m dreaming of
Yes you’re the one I’m dreaming of (of)
You seem surprised to even see me try
When it’s not that kind of love
There’s an arrow through my heart
Your the one I’m dreaming of
Yes you’re the one I’m dreaming of
When it’s not that kind of love
There’s an arrow through my heart
You're the one I’m dreaming of
Yes you’re the one I’m dreaming of (of)
Yes you’re the one I’m dreaming of
All that’s left for me I'm coming down
I'll take you with me
We'll travel all that we can travel on this ground
And now I hear a preacher call
I see it's time to pray
Hope that I too ever think like that Sunday (Sunday)
You seem surprised to even see me try
When it’s not that kind of love
There’s an arrow through my heart
You're the one I’m dreaming of
Yes you’re the one I’m dreaming of
When it’s not that kind of love
There’s an arrow through my heart
You're the one I’m dreaming of
Yes you’re the one I’m dreaming of
You're the one I’m dreaming of
You’re the one I’m dreaming of
You're the one I’m dreaming of
Yes you’re the one I’m dreaming of (of)
Yes you’re the one I’m dreaming of
The song "The Feeling" by Ou Est Le Swimming Pool is about unrequited love and the feeling of being unable to let go of someone you love, even when they don't feel the same way. The singer is pining for someone who "you're the one I'm dreaming of," while also recognizing that "it's not that kind of love," and that there's an "arrow through my heart" indicating his feelings are not reciprocated. The line "You seem surprised to even see me try" suggests that the object of the singer's affection is aware of his feelings, but is still surprised when he continues to pursue them. The line "I just won't let you buy" suggests that the singer is aware that he is buying into a dream that will never come true, but he can't help himself from pursuing it.
The singer seems to be in a state of denial, hoping that if he tries hard enough, the person he loves will eventually come around to his way of thinking. The line "You had my head choose up my just appeal" suggests that the singer is willing to do anything for this person, including sacrificing his own dignity or appeal. However, the bridge of the song takes a more fatalistic turn, with the singer saying "All that's left for me, I'm coming down" and "Hope that I too ever think like that Sunday." These lines suggest that the singer is giving up on the idea of ever being with the person he loves, and instead just wants to find some sense of peace or acceptance in his own mind.
Overall, "The Feeling" is a poignant and bittersweet song about the pain of unrequited love and the struggle to come to terms with those feelings. The lyrics are simple but powerful, and the music is atmospheric and dreamy, capturing the mood of the narrative perfectly.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you're acting up and I think you feel
Your behavior suggests that you have a certain feeling.
Feel that you're all something
You feel important or special in some way.
You had my head choose up my just appeal
You made me think about my desires and made me reconsider my decision.
You're knocking down pretend that you’ve seen nothing
You are ignoring or denying something that you are fully aware of.
You’ve seen nothing
You are not acknowledging what is really happening.
Wait, the hands across your face
I notice the way you are covering your face with your hands.
Seem more than words can say
Your body language suggests that there is more going on than what you are saying.
You're catching on to something in my eye
You are noticing the emotion that I am expressing through my eyes.
You see I just can't wait
I am eager or excited about something.
I just won't let you buy
I will not let you convince me to do something I do not want to do.
You seem surprised to even see me try
You did not expect me to make an effort or take a chance.
When it’s not that kind of love
This is not the romantic love that people typically associate with an 'arrow through the heart.'
There’s an arrow through my heart
There is a strong feeling or desire that is affecting me deeply.
You're the one I’m dreaming of
You are the person I want to be with or have a relationship with.
All that’s left for me I'm coming down
I have nothing else to lose, so I am going to take a risk.
I'll take you with me
I want to include you in this journey or experience.
We'll travel all that we can travel on this ground
We will explore as much as we can in our current situation or environment.
And now I hear a preacher call
I hear someone or something urging me to take action or make a change.
I see it's time to pray
I realize that I need to take a moment to reflect or seek guidance.
Hope that I too ever think like that Sunday (Sunday)
I hope to have a similar mindset as someone who is deeply committed to their faith or values.
You're the one I’m dreaming of
You are the person I want to be with or have a relationship with.
Yes you’re the one I’m dreaming of (of)
You are the one I am thinking about and longing for.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group, SPIRIT /GLOBAL TALENT MUSIC
Written by: ANDERS JONAS KALLMARK, CHARLES HADDON, SJOERD JANSSEN, WOUTER JANSSEN, TIJS M. VERWEST
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Luís Mendes
Gotta luv this. I really wish this project would still be here like this. All of your music is great, the kind that truly touches people's soul. This is ART. RIP! NEVER FORGET!
John Leggat
this band has a sound which encapsulates everything that is brilliant about the younger generation... and so does his death. The talented, misunderstood and spoilt generation... I'm so sorry we've failed you.
sassvampire
best song ever! we love you charles, and we'll always remember you <3
Nova Mandragora
Their best song!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Nicolò Calanchi
does anyone know all of the lyrics? or where i can find it? thanks
FlorisDekien
Does anyone have the complete lyrics?
Maruln
beautiful
lkjkorn19
About the name- someone said it means "or is the swimming pool" and someone else said it's "where is the swimming pool". Firstly, swimming pool is an English word and not used in French, so it's a language mix. Or in French is indeed "ou" and where is "où", though "where is the swimming pool" makes a lot more sense than "or is the swimming pool". The accent on the u in où (where) doesn't change the pronunciation, it's just to distinguish both words (as with la and là, and a and à).
Stellastrangedays 106
Such a promissing group .. .. verry sad end ...
charmedlizzy
i cant find this song on itunes. :(