They formed in 2006, and are noted for their quirky lyrics, their variety of percussion instruments, and great vocal interplay. They are currently signed to Moshi Moshi Records, and have been on nationwide tours with artists such as Fionn Regan, Noisettes, Hot Club De Paris, Tilly and the Wall, Jamie T, and Jeremy Warmsley.
The pair have released a series of EPs and singles: Because We're Dead (2006), Me and You (2007), Let's Fall Back in Love (2008), Christmas TV (2008), and It Doesn't Have to Be Beautiful (2009). Their debut album, Yeah So, was released on 7 July 2009.
In September 2011, Slow Club released their second album Paradise to critical acclaim. Following two more studio albums, as of 2017, the duo have concentrated on solo projects.
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I Was Unconscious It Was A Dream
Slow Club Lyrics
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When I know I? ll never say it back
And you open up the floodgates
And wipe the village clean off the map
Yeah, oh wipe the village clean off the map
We sat with the bay-leaves and royalty
Into the part where everything was free
I stare at the frames while you see the, the banquet scene
I stare at the frames while you see the banquet scene
And all of this because I? ve been screaming girl? s names in the night
I was unconscious, it was a dream
Just let it die, die, die
And you ask me to get blind blind drunk so I? ll sleep the whole night long
And I? ll ask you to stop picking faults cause you? ll miss me when I? m gone
The rope it broke and I fell into the canyon
I run my hand down the arc of your spine
And your heart it aches for the lives that you will never lead
We come and go but someday I will find the time
To Lie beside you for one whole night
To lie beside you for one whole night
In Slow Club's song "I Was Unconscious It Was A Dream," the lyrics tell a story of a relationship that has come to an end. The first verse sets the scene of a one-sided love, where the singer allows their partner to say "I love you" even though they know they will never say it back. The metaphor of "opening up the floodgates and wiping the village clean off the map" suggests that the one-sided love has the power to destroy everything in its path.
The second verse paints a picture of a moment of escape, perhaps from the realities of an unhappy relationship. The bay-leaves and royalty provide a temporary sense of freedom, but the two characters are still disconnected. The line "I stare at the frames while you see the banquet scene" suggests that they are not experiencing the same thing. The chorus brings the listener back to the reality of the situation - the singer has been screaming girl's names in the night, which likely means they have been unfaithful.
The third verse brings more imagery into the picture. The rope breaking and falling into a canyon is a metaphor for the relationship falling apart. The singer longs to be closer to their partner, but their partner's heart aches for a life they will never lead. The final two lines bring a sense of hope, suggesting that someday they may find the time to lie beside each other for one whole night.
Overall, "I Was Unconscious It Was A Dream" is a melancholic song about relationships and the complexities that come with them. Through intricate metaphors and vivid imagery, the lyrics convey a story of love, loss, and the struggle to hold onto something that may be slipping away.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll let you say I love you
I will allow you to express your love for me even though I do not feel the same way and won't reciprocate.
When I know I’ll never say it back
Despite being aware that I won't ever return your love verbally, I let you say it because it momentarily satisfies you.
And you open up the floodgates
Your declaration of love for me triggers a rush of emotions and thoughts.
And wipe the village clean off the map
Your expression of love for me causes me to re-evaluate and change everything about my surroundings, personality, and life.
We sat with the bay-leaves and royalty
We shared a moment of intimacy and bliss among opulent surroundings, signified by the presence of bay leaves, a symbol of royalty.
Into the part where everything was free
We enter a stage of our relationship where we feel liberated, uninhibited, and devoid of any emotional or physical barriers.
And you inch yourself closer on that leather bench
You physically manifest your desire for me by moving closer to me on a leather bench.
I stare at the frames while you see the, the banquet scene
While you envision us at a grand banquet, I distract myself by observing the artwork on the frames.
And all of this because I’ve been screaming girl’s names in the night
My subconscious desire for other women and my need to vocalize it in my sleep is causing a strain on our relationship.
I was unconscious, it was a dream
My infidelity was a manifestation of my subconscious thoughts, and it was not something I was consciously aware of.
Just let it die, die, die
Instead of facing our relationship issues, I want them to disappear by being ignored or faded away.
And you ask me to get blind blind drunk so I’ll sleep the whole night long
You request that I drink heavily to avoid my subconscious thoughts and get a peaceful sleep.
And I’ll ask you to stop picking faults cause you’ll miss me when I’m gone
I request that you cease criticizing me for my faults and flaws because you will regret it once I am out of your life.
The rope it broke and I fell into the canyon
Something went wrong, leading to a disastrous event that left me feeling broken and lost.
I run my hand down the arc of your spine
In an attempt to connect with you and feel your presence, I caress your spine with my hand.
And your heart it aches for the lives that you will never lead
You are yearning for the experiences, opportunities, and joys that you will never have in your life.
We come and go but someday I will find the time
Although our relationship might be transient, I promise to make time for you in the future.
To lie beside you for one whole night
I desire to spend the entire night by your side, being intimate and feeling connected to you.
Contributed by Luke C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.