SAUCY MONKY’s music has been described, somewhat paradoxically, as “desperately hopeful.” The girls share lead vocal duties and cleverly weave their voices together in a bed of lush harmony. The music (rock/pop genre) is unique, yet comfortably familiar. Carving out an identity in a music world where nothing is really “new” anymore, Cynthia likes to think that the band’s sound is “authentic and emotional.” “Our songwriting comes from a real place,” she says.
SAUCY has toured extensively in Europe and the U.S., sharing the stage with artists such as PJ Harvey, the B-52’s, The Black Eyed Peas, The Cure, Pink, and Wilco. The band had its Central European debut in 2008 during the world famous COLOURS FESTIVAL in Ostrava, Czech Republic, alongside Marianne Faithful & The Gipsy Kings.
SAUCY recently placed four of their songs in the indie/gay film “And Then Came Lola.” The movie and the soundtrack are playing in festivals all over the world and stirring up quite a buzz! The SAUCY catalogue has also shown up on several high-profile television shows in the States, including iCarly, Zoey 101, MTV, Veronica Mars, Drake & Josh (TV & Film), and most recently in the Hollywood film festival debut of “Amexica.”
SAUCY MONKY’s current lineup includes Steve Giles on bass and Megan Jane on drums. The band has been recording their fourth album in Los Angeles, produced by Cynthia, who also produced the band’s previous albums, Turbulence & Between the Bars, and songs off their first release, Celebrity Trash. All records are currently available on iTunes, and released on their own indie label, olivoiL records. They are currently working on their 4th release and it's slated for release in late 2011.
Umbrellas
Saucy Monky Lyrics
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You know, don't push me away
You know I'm coming for you, coming for you
It only makes me want you more
Don't you see you're running from me, running from me?
Don't you see a castle of walls?
You know you're running from me, running from me
Oh, the stars sparkle
Umbrellas are open on a sunny day, yeah
Watching the clouds go by you, sitting you stare
Statues crumble for you
Don't you see I'm waiting for you, waiting for you?
Don't you see how long can I hold my breath?
You know, I'm waiting for you, waiting for you
Spend my time standing still, all my time
Umbrellas are open on a sunny day, yeah
Watching the clouds go by you, sitting you like to stare
Statues are crumbling, crumbling, salt in my tears
Baby, I'm coming for you for what feels like years
Umbrellas are open, a sunny day, a sunny day, yeah
Watching the clouds go by you, sitting you stare
It only makes me want you more
It only makes me want you more
The song "Umbrellas" by Saucy Monky appears to be about a person who is pursuing someone they love, but that person is pushing them away. The lyrics express the feeling of the singer coming after the person they love and how it only intensifies their desire for them. The chorus uses the symbolism of umbrellas being open on a sunny day to represent the idea that sometimes things are the way they are despite the odds. The line "statues crumble for you" may be referencing the idea that even things that are seemingly immovable or stable can change when it comes to love.
The verses seem to express the singer's frustration at the person they love for running away from them. The metaphor of a "castle of walls" represents the idea of someone who has built up emotional barriers to keep themselves from getting hurt, and the singer is trying to tear those walls down. The bridge of the song is particularly poignant, with the singer expressing their longing for the person they love and their willingness to wait for them no matter what.
One interpretation of the song is that it is about unrequited love or a one-sided crush. The singer is coming after someone who doesn't necessarily reciprocate their feelings and is running away from them. The umbrella metaphor could represent the idea that sometimes we want love or something futile, even if it seems impossible. The song has a melancholy vibe, with the music being somewhat haunting and eerie.
Line by Line Meaning
You know I'm coming for you, coming for you
I am pursuing you relentlessly, and you are aware of my intentions.
You know, don't push me away
You recognize my desire for you, but please do not reject me.
It only makes me want you more
Your resistance to my advances is only enticing me further towards you.
Don't you see you're running from me, running from me?
You are evading my pursuit, and I wonder if you are aware of it.
Don't you see a castle of walls?
Your defense mechanisms are shielding you from me, creating a barricade.
The stars sparkle for you, Oh, the stars sparkle
Your very presence makes the sky twinkle in your honor and admiration.
Umbrellas are open on a sunny day, yeah Watching the clouds go by you, sitting you stare Statues crumble for you
You are so captivating that even on a sunny day, people are mesmerized by you, and great structures seem insignificant by comparison.
Don't you see I'm waiting for you, waiting for you?
I am patiently anticipating your companionship, but do you even notice?
Don't you see how long can I hold my breath?
I am holding my breath in the hopes that you will take notice of me soon, but how much longer can I keep doing so?
Spend my time standing still, all my time
My days are spent in a state of idle expectation, hoping that you will eventually return my affections.
Statues are crumbling, crumbling, salt in my tears
My emotional turmoil is causing me to weep uncontrollably, and even the grandest sculptures seem to be falling apart because of my sadness.
Baby, I'm coming for you for what feels like years
I have been pursuing you for a long time, and my attraction towards you has not waned.
It only makes me want you more
Despite the hardships and obstacles, my desire for you has only grown stronger.
Contributed by Brayden D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.