They are based in Ann Arbor and Detroit. Through Thomas, the group's major songwriter, the group creates intricate soundscapes which harken back to Detroit soul, such as Motown, as well as some of the better recordings by The Beach Boys and productions of Phil Spector.
The band went on temporary hiatus in 2008, only to reappear in 2012 joined by new vocalist Carol Gray. They released an album One Kiss Ends It All in 2013, with all songs penned by Fred Thomas.
Alcohol
Saturday Looks Good To Me Lyrics
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I could not believe that you were fast asleep
And I felt like those flashing lights
On the ocean floor, at the liquor store
It's not the type of secret that you want to keep too long
Look for me but I'll be gone
Take your love and step it down
Spin around the room 'til you have to choose
Maybe neither one
Maybe Emerson
Every time the phone rings it sounds like a song
Look for me and I'll be gone
You can't sing to save your life
Through the alcohol
Drinking champagne off the walls
It looks like after all
They still talk about us like they've got nothing else to do
It could have been lines
And after all this time
They'll still talk about us like we're not even in the room
Outside the birds sing
Louder than the phone rings
Every night you fall asleep with your headphones on
Look for me and I'll be gone
The song "Alcohol" by Saturday Looks Good To Me is a reflection on a relationship that is nearing its end. The song opens with the singer feeling disconnected from their partner as they count down to the New Year. The singer is wide awake while their partner is fast asleep, leaving them feeling isolated and alone. The image of flashing lights at the liquor store is used to convey the sense of confusion and disorientation that the singer is experiencing.
As the song progresses, the singer reflects on the relationship and the choices they have made. They hint at infidelity as they sing about picking both of their lovers or neither one. The reference to Emerson is open to interpretation, but it could imply a desire for independence and individuality. The chorus of the song explores the relationship's reliance on alcohol to function. The singer sings about drinking champagne off the walls and how the alcohol has taken a toll on their ability to sing.
The imagery of the song is poignant and thought-provoking. The reference to birds singing louder than the phone rings evokes a sense of serenity in contrast to the chaos of the singer's relationship. The final line, "Look for me and I'll be gone," suggests that the singer has decided to leave the relationship behind and move on with their life.
Overall, "Alcohol" is a melancholic reflection on a relationship that has reached its end. The song explores themes of disconnection, infidelity, and the damaging effects of alcohol on relationships. The lyrics are poetic and evocative, inviting the listener to reflect on their own experiences with love and loss.
Line by Line Meaning
When they started counting down
When the countdown began, I was surprised to see that you were sleeping
I could not believe that you were fast asleep
I was amazed that you were asleep during the countdown
And I felt like those flashing lights
I felt like the lights that flash on the ocean floor, at the liquor store
On the ocean floor, at the liquor store
Flashing lights that one can find at the liquor store, similar to those found on the ocean floor
It's not the type of secret that you want to keep too long
You should not keep secrets for too long
Look for me but I'll be gone
Try finding me, but I'll be gone
Take your love and step it down
Lower your love and move on
Spin around the room 'til you have to choose
Dance around the room until you have no choice but to decide
Maybe I'll pick both of them
There's a possibility that I may choose both options
Maybe neither one
There's a possibility that I may choose neither option
Maybe Emerson
Maybe I'll choose the option of Emerson
Every time the phone rings it sounds like a song
The ringing phone is musical to hear
Look for me and I'll be gone
If you're looking for me, you won't find me
You can't sing to save your life
You cannot sing well, even if your life depended on it
Through the alcohol
Despite the influence of alcohol
Drinking champagne off the walls
Drinking champagne in a reckless manner
It looks like after all
It appears like finally
They still talk about us like they've got nothing else to do
Others still talk about us, like they have nothing else going on in their lives
It could have been lines
It was probably just meaningless lines
And after all this time
After all the time that has passed
They'll still talk about us like we're not even in the room
Even though we are present, others will still talk about us like we're not there
Outside the birds sing
The birds sing outside
Louder than the phone rings
The birds are louder than the ringing phone
Every night you fall asleep with your headphones on
Every night, you fall asleep while listening to music
Look for me and I'll be gone
If you search for me, I won't be there
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MICK LYNCH, CHRIS SALMON, ROBERT MCKAHEY, ANDREW HOPPER KEVIN
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