shortstraw started out in 2007 as a two-piece thrash folk band consisting of the enigma that is oliver nathan and what most would call 'sarcastic', alastair thomas. they played a few shows in and around melville, joburg before bringing in the guitar and keyboard skills of jay hartford and the basswork of the esteemed and handsome phil brierley. now a four-piece, slightly less folky outfit, shortstraw aim to hit the gigging circuit with guns blazing, so look out for a show near you... fuck that's boring. apologies. frankie says go fuck yourself.
OMG
Shortstraw Lyrics
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Yesterday you loved me
I'm not done, you don't even know me
If you're old enough to care
You're old enough to see me
In a new light
If you're old enough to see
You're old enough to treat me
Hey, hey
Give a little respect
Now over to you, love
Hey, hey
Give a little respect
Now over to you, love
Well I don't even know you
Anymore
Oh, my God
Yesterday I needed you
Oh, my God
Today I try
Give a little respect
Now over to you, love
Hey, hey
Give a little respect
Now over to you, love
What's in the past remains in the past
It's gone, but not forgotten
What's in the past remains in the past
It's gone, but not forgotten
Let's let bygones be bygones
And let bygones be bygones
We'll let bygones be bygones
Now over to you, love
Hey
Give a little respect
Now over to you, love
Hey, hey
Give a little respect
Now over to you, love
Hey
Now over to you, love
Give a little respect
Give a little respect
Now over to you, love
The lyrics to Shortstraw's song, "OMG", appear to convey the thoughts and feelings of someone who is struggling to move on from a past relationship. The opening line, "Oh, my God", introduces a tone of frustration and disbelief. The first verse then states that "yesterday", the other person loved the singer, but now they are distant and seemingly dismissive. The singer asserts that they are not finished with the relationship and that the other person should get to know them better before deciding to leave.
As the song continues, the chorus implores the other person to "give a little respect". The repetition of this phrase suggests that the singer feels overlooked or disrespected. The bridge explores the possibility of reconciliation, acknowledging that past mistakes are not forgotten but also recognizing that they do not have to define the future. The song concludes with a final plea to "give a little respect" and a call to action to move forward into the unknown.
Overall, "OMG" seems to express the frustration of wanting someone who does not seem to want you back. While the lyrics do not explicitly state what caused the rift between the two people, the emotions conveyed are relatable and universal.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, my God
Expressing shock or surprise about the situation
Yesterday you loved me
Referring to a past relationship where the other person had feelings for the singer
I'm not done, you don't even know me
Suggesting that there is more to the singer than what the other person thinks or knows
If you're old enough to care
Implying that the other person is old enough to be responsible for their actions
You're old enough to see me
Expecting the other person to take notice of the artist's presence
In a new light
Seeing the singer from a fresh perspective
If you're old enough to see
Assuming that the other person has the ability to understand and evaluate the singer
You're old enough to treat me
Encouraging the other person to treat the artist with respect and equality
With a little respect
Asking the other person to be polite and considerate towards the artist
Hey, hey
Attention-grabbing interjection
Now over to you, love
Passing the responsibility or action to the other person affectionately
Well I don't even know you
Admitting that the artist is not familiar with the other person anymore
Anymore
Implies that the relationship or feelings have changed over time
Yesterday I needed you
Reflecting on the past and the singer's dependency on the other person
Today I try
Indicating a present effort or attempt to move on from the past relationship
What's in the past remains in the past
Accepting that the past cannot be changed or altered
It's gone, but not forgotten
Acknowledging that the past still has an impact on the artist
Let's let bygones be bygones
Suggesting that both parties should move on from the past and not hold grudges
And let bygones be bygones
Reiterating the idea of forgiveness and moving on
Now over to you, love
Again, passing the responsibility to the other person affectionately
Give a little respect
Repeating the earlier request for the other person to be polite and considerate
Hey
Another attention-grabbing interjection
Now over to you, love
Repeating the earlier phrase to reinforce its importance
Give a little respect
Final reminder for the other person to treat the artist with respect
Give a little respect
Final request for the other person to be polite and considerate
Now over to you, love
Final reminder for the other person to take action or responsibility
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RUSSELL GRANT COWARD, GAD DE COMBES, THOMAS JAMES REVINGTON, JAKE RUBINSTEIN, ALASTAIR LESLIE THOMAS
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@TeniJM121
This is fricken awesome!! This is why this band is my favourite!! You guys are crazy but phenomenal!!
@henryperryman4262
Is there anything you guys can not do? Your music is amazing! your live shows are incredible! And now you guys make such a good music video! You guys are the best
@aileenortega1832
Society needs more videos like this one! Loved it!!
@pillowfightliveacousticses4525
So unique , this is awesome !
@toriebug2741
love this song and the video!
@Trappylol
OMG these guys are so legit live!
@BellaTwist
loved every second of it
@anasolneira7231
Me encanta este vídeo!! ‹3
@chantelmiller2570
Love you guys so much, wanna see you live again!
@cottie101
This is awesome!