Isaac Holman (Vocals, Drums) and Laurie Vincent (Guitar, Vocals) released their debut mini-album "Sugar coated bitter truth" through Girl Fight Records in July 2012. Where's Your Car Debbie?, Hey and The Hunter, were all released in 2014. "ARE YOU SATISFIED?", the duo's first full length album, was released in June 2015, preceded by the three track 7" Feed The Mantaray in February. Their second album, Take Control, was released in September 2016. Their third album, Acts of Fear and Love was released in August 17, 2018.
2) The Alt-Rock/Post-Hardcore band SLAVES is now renamed as Rain City Drive: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rain_City_Drive Rain City Drive
OK
Slaves Lyrics
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There are times when you wish I was dead
Night falls and we get into bed
And it's OK, OK, OK, OK
Blood stains on the door to your place
Walk in and greet the floor with your face
What a mess, what an utter disgrace
But it's OK, OK, OK, OK
OK, OK
OK, OK, OK, OK, O-K
I get the feeling that you're selling me off
Start a conversation with a sniff and a cough
It can't be helping that I'm coming off soft, but
I'll deal with it
Part ways for a day, maybe two
Code red, now we're back in the blue
The road's blocked, we can't see a way through
But it's OK, OK, OK, OK
OK, OK
OK, OK, OK, OK, O-K
I'm OK, I'm fine
I'm dealing with it
I'm just OK
OK
Burning holes in the back of my head
There are times when I wish you were dead
But it's OK
The opening lyrics to Slaves’ song “OK” suggest a tumultuous and emotionally charged relationship between two people. The opening line, “Burning holes in the back of my head,” could be interpreted as a constant and intense scrutiny from the other person that leaves the singer feeling uneasy and constantly monitored. The second line, “There are times when you wish I was dead,” suggests a strong dislike and contempt from the other person. Their relationship seems to be on edge, but they come together at night, as depicted in the following line: “Night falls and we get into bed,” perhaps implying that their physical connection is the only thing keeping them together.
The chorus of the song, with its repetition of “OK,” can be interpreted as a mantra that the singer is telling themselves to make it through the rough patches of the relationship. It's as if they're trying to convince themselves that everything is alright, even when it clearly isn't. The image of “Blood stains on the door to your place” hints at something violent and intense happening between them, and the lines that follow suggest that it's not the first time things have gotten out of hand. Despite this, the singer keeps repeating that “it’s OK,” suggesting a willingness to keep moving and keep the relationship alive.
Overall, “OK” is a commentary on a relationship that's barely holding together, and the struggle that both parties face in trying to keep it going. It's a mature, yet melancholic perspective on relationships where the good times may be punctuated by bad ones. Despite the inconsistency of the relationship, the singer seems to be willing to keep going, even if he has to convince himself that everything is okay.
Line by Line Meaning
Burning holes in the back of my head
Feeling intense pressure and anxiety about something that's bothering me
There are times when you wish I was dead
Recognizing that someone may not always have good intentions for me
Night falls and we get into bed
Coming together with someone, possibly for comfort or intimacy
And it's OK, OK, OK, OK
Trying to reassure myself that everything is going to be alright, perhaps despite evidence to the contrary
Blood stains on the door to your place
Describing a scene of violence or tension
Walk in and greet the floor with your face
Losing control of one's body and falling down
What a mess, what an utter disgrace
Feeling embarrassed or ashamed about something
But it's OK, OK, OK, OK
Still trying to maintain a positive attitude despite negative circumstances
I get the feeling that you're selling me off
Suspecting that someone is trying to betray or take advantage of me
Start a conversation with a sniff and a cough
Picking up on subtle signs that something is wrong or uncomfortable
It can't be helping that I'm coming off soft, but
Admitting to vulnerability or weakness in this situation
I'll deal with it
Promising to find a way to cope with the situation
Part ways for a day, maybe two
Taking some time apart from someone to try to regroup or clear one's head
Code red, now we're back in the blue
Describing a sudden change in mood or circumstance, perhaps related to danger or risk
The road's blocked, we can't see a way through
Feeling stuck or unable to figure out how to move forward
But it's OK, OK, OK, OK
Still trying to stay positive despite setbacks and obstacles
I'm OK, I'm fine
Insisting that I am doing alright, even if that might not be entirely true
I'm dealing with it
Trying to manage the stress and anxiety of the current situation
I'm just OK
Admitting that everything might not be great, but trying to stay optimistic anyhow
OK
A repetitive mantra of reassurance, perhaps used to calm oneself down or find a sense of acceptance
Writer(s): ISAAC HOLMAN, LAURIE VINCENT
Contributed by Benjamin K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.