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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Sunday
Slow Club Lyrics
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And my boots filled up with dew
Today was my unlucky day I lost my conkers in a game
Then I lost my marbles too
Today was my unlucky day
I broke the swing down by the lake
A hole that someone had dug deep deep deep through the muck and I was fallin'
But I'll be comin' home for you
My heart is fonder now you've not been around
I'll be coming home for you
Now that I have learned how a heart can hurt
But no one owns the sea 'cept you and me
Today was my unlucky day I sat down underneath the tree, but all the leaves fell off
Today was my unlucky day I went down to the library, but all the books were out
Being read by other eyes
Being learned by other spies for their information
Page by page and book by book
They'll learn how to play hook a dook
And beat the system
But I'll be comin' home for you
My heart is fonder now you've not been around
I'll be coming home for you
Now that I have learned how a heart can hurt
But no one owns the sea 'cept you and me
Today was my unlucky day
I broke the swing down by the lake
And I fell in two
A hole that someone had dug deep deep deep through the mud and I was fallin'
Through the centre of the Earth and I'm wondering
How does this thing gravity work?
Because I think I must be halfway there
Will you stop me before Australia ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah oh
But I'll be comin' home for you
My heart is fonder now you've not been around
I'll be coming home for you
Now that I have learned how a heart can hurt
Well I'll be comin' home for you
I heard that you're in bits hope I can fix it
I'm coming home to heal your wounds
I've got a needle and thread to stitch back up your head
But no one owns the sea 'cept you and me
The lyrics of Slow Club's song "Sunday" depict a series of unfortunate events happening to the singer throughout their day. From missing public transportation to losing games, breaking swings, and falling into a hole dug deep through the mud, the day seems to be a string of bad luck. However, amidst all this, the singer is reminded of someone they love and long to come back to. They reflect on how their heart has grown fonder after being away and learning how much a heart can hurt. The chorus repeats "But no one owns the sea 'cept you and me," symbolizing the enduring love and connection between the singer and their loved one, even amidst uncertainty and chaos in the world.
Musically, "Sunday" has a whimsical and upbeat tune, contrasting with the somewhat melancholic lyrics. The use of playful imagery, such as the singer losing their marbles and breaking swings, adds to the song's lightheartedness. However, the repetition of the chorus emphasizes the underlying theme of the song - the unwavering love between two people amidst life's ups and downs.
Line by Line Meaning
Today was my unlucky day I missed the bus and then the train
And my boots filled up with dew
I had a bad day today, missed multiple modes of transportation and my boots got wet.
Today was my unlucky day I lost my conkers in a game
Then I lost my marbles too
Things didn't go my way today, I lost a game and then lost my composure.
Today was my unlucky day
I broke the swing down by the lake
And I fell in two
A hole that someone had dug deep deep deep through the muck and I was fallin'
Today was disaster, I broke a swing and fell into a deep hole filled with mud.
But I'll be comin' home for you
My heart is fonder now you've not been around
I'll be coming home for you
Now that I have learned how a heart can hurt
But no one owns the sea 'cept you and me
Despite my unlucky day, I will come back to you with a fonder heart, having learned the pain of a broken heart. The only thing that truly belongs to us is our love.
Today was my unlucky day
I sat down underneath the tree, but all the leaves fell off
Today was another unfortunate day, the leaves fell off the tree while I was sitting under it.
Today was my unlucky day
I went down to the library, but all the books were out
Being read by other eyes
Being learned by other spies for their information
Page by page and book by book
They'll learn how to play hook a dook
And beat the system
Another setback today, all the books at the library were being read by other people. They were learning how to beat the system and gain knowledge.
Today was my unlucky day
I broke the swing down by the lake
And I fell in two
A hole that someone had dug deep deep deep through the mud and I was fallin'
Through the centre of the Earth and I'm wondering
How does this thing gravity work?
Because I think I must be halfway there
Will you stop me before Australia ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah oh
Today was really rough, I fell through a hole and wondered about gravity. I feel like I'm halfway through the Earth and need help before I end up in Australia.
But I'll be comin' home for you
My heart is fonder now you've not been around
I'll be coming home for you
Now that I have learned how a heart can hurt
Well I'll be comin' home for you
I heard that you're in bits hope I can fix it
I'm coming home to heal your wounds
I've got a needle and thread to stitch back up your head
But no one owns the sea 'cept you and me
Despite everything, I will come back to you because I care. I want to heal your wounds and stitch up your head. The only thing we truly own is our love.
Contributed by Amelia O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@waylaid1
Beautiful track - such a shame it didn’t make an album! Thanks for uploading.