After the breakup of Trip Shakespeare, Dan Wilson and John Munson joined up with drummer Jacob "Jake" Slichter to form Semisonic in 1995. An E.P., Pleasure, was released that year, and their first studio full-length release, Great Divide, followed in 1996 on MCA. Although they drew a cult following among 90s powerpop fans, mainstream success eluded the group.
Semisonic's breakthrough came two years later in 1998 when their sophomore effort, Feeling Strangely Fine, reached the Top 50 chart on the strength of the hit single "Closing Time". Their international career also blossomed when another song from the album, "Secret Smile," quickly became a U.K. radio favourite in the summer of 1999, eventually peaking at #13 on the official U.K. Singles Chart.
In early 2001, the band released its third album, All About Chemistry. The single "Chemistry" was a mainstay overseas; however, the album didn't fare as well in the United States. Another song, "Over My Head," was used in the 2001 teen movie Summer Catch, and Semisonic rode the wave of various tours in and around the U.K. In the fall of 2001, Semisonic contributed their cover of the Wings classic, "Jet," for the Paul McCartney tribute CD, Listen to What the Man Said.
Semisonic has been mostly on hiatus since 2001. Band members have since pursued other projects, such as Slichter's writing career and Wilson's solo recordings They performed for the first time in years on July 14, 2006 for the Minneapolis Aquatennial. They have also been spotted performing for private parties in basements. Dan Wilson's talented songwriting has lead to massively popular collaborations with Adele and other artists.
* The song "F.N.T." was used in the 1996 movie The Long Kiss Goodnight.
* "F.N.T." was also used in the 1999 movie 10 Things I Hate about You.
* "Never You Mind" appeared on the Never Been Kissed soundtrack in 1999.
* "Chemistry" appeared on the 40 Days and 40 Nights soundtrack in 2002.
Bed
Semisonic Lyrics
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The way that you lead me on
And I've got nobody but myself to blame
Cause I've always just played along
Well show me a body that gets no love
And I'll show you a body that's way messed up
Well it seems like you're aware of the effect you have on my head
If you feel like I'm asking you for too much
We can keep in touch
And I'll find someone else to bed
Bed
Find some
Find someone else to bed
My little darling I'm a tangled mess
When you tease me the way you do
& what it would be like I can only guess
If you'd please me like I want to please you
Well show me a friendship that's pure and chaste
And I'll show you and engine that's dying to race
Well the time has come for me to find
Another way to get my soul fed
I know we could be the sweetest friends
But if that's where it ends
Then I'll find someone else to bed
Bed
Find some
Find someone else to bed
Bed
Find some
Find someone else to bed
Well the time has come for me
To take care of myself instead
You know if we remain
On a spiritual plane I will go insane
Don't make me find someone else to bed
Bed
Find someone
Find someone else to bed
In Semisonic's song "Bed," the lyrics address a toxic relationship where the singer feels used and unfulfilled. The song opens up with a sense of regret, as the singer acknowledges that they've been played by their partner. They feel alone and responsible for their situation because they have willingly gone along with things. The line "show me a body that gets no love, and I'll show you a body that's way messed up" highlights the negative impact that a lack of love can have on a person.
The chorus talks about finding someone else to bed, indicating that the singer is willing to move on from the relationship. They're in a vulnerable state, but they're aware of their worth and refuse to continue with a relationship that doesn't fulfill their needs. The line "don't make me find someone else to bed" shows that the singer is looking out for themselves and willing to leave behind the person who doesn't show them love.
The second verse emphasizes that the singer feels tangled and confused in the relationship. They desire to please their partner, but it feels like a one-sided situation where their partner only teases them. The line "well show me a friendship that's pure and chaste, and I'll show you an engine that's dying to race" suggests that the singer is looking for a deeper and more honest connection with their partner.
Overall, "Bed" is a song about recognizing when a relationship is toxic and choosing to move on. It shows the importance of self-love and finding someone who can reciprocate love and respect.
Line by Line Meaning
My little darling it's a crying shame
It's unfortunate that you, my love, lead me on
The way that you lead me on
The manner in which you deceive me is apparent
And I've got nobody but myself to blame
I can only hold myself accountable for allowing it to happen
Cause I've always just played along
I've been complacent and gone with the flow
Well show me a body that gets no love
If there's someone who's unloved, it shows
And I'll show you a body that's way messed up
Their emotional state is sure to be in disarray
Well it seems like you're aware of the effect you have on my head
You know how your actions affect me
If you feel like I'm asking you for too much
If you think I'm being too demanding
We can keep in touch
Perhaps we can stay in contact
And I'll find someone else to bed
I'll look elsewhere for physical intimacy
My little darling I'm a tangled mess
You make me feel overwhelmed and confused
When you tease me the way you do
Your playful behaviors towards me
& what it would be like I can only guess
I can only imagine what it would be like
If you'd please me like I want to please you
If only you would reciprocate my affection
Well show me a friendship that's pure and chaste
Find me a relationship devoid of sexual tension
And I'll show you and engine that's dying to race
There's potential for an intense connection to develop
Well the time has come for me to find
It's time for me to move on
Another way to get my soul fed
To find a different way to find fulfillment
I know we could be the sweetest friends
We could have a great companionship
But if that's where it ends
If that's as far as it goes
Then I'll find someone else to bed
I'll seek physical intimacy with another person
Well the time has come for me
It's become clear that
To take care of myself instead
I need to prioritize my own well-being
You know if we remain
If we keep things as they are
On a spiritual plane I will go insane
If we only connect on an emotional level, I'll lose my mind
Don't make me find someone else to bed
Please don't push me to look for intimacy outside of our relationship
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAN WILSON
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on F.N.T.
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