The name of the band derived from a friend's suggestion that the band's name should be "something with numbers" (meant in the vein of blink-182 or Sum 41). The band soon signed to small indie label, Below Par Records, and worked towards releasing their first EP, The Barnicles & Stripes, in 2002. Two years later, in 2004, Something with Numbers released their debut album, Etiquette.
The band continued to grow their sound and in 2006 they made their commercial break through, with the release of their second studio album Perfect Distraction in October of that year. Their 'Goodbye Mickey Finn' tour (the tour for the album, also the name of a track from the album) saw them play around the country with up-and-coming bands The Inches and The Lazys. The album featured a range of styles and genres, touching on soul rock and their usual punk rock sound. It featured three songs that were released as singles, the first - and most popular - being, "Apple of the Eye (Lay Me Down)". "Apple of the Eye" peaked at No. 34 on the ARIA Singles Chart, and placed No. 64 on the Triple J Hottest 100, 2006.[1] The second single from the album was "Chase the Chaser", which failed to reach the ARIA Singles Chart; however, it did receive airplay on Australian music network, Channel V. Something with Numbers played at the Sydney Big Day Out on 25 January 2007. Channel V described the show as having the "best mosh of the day". Other notable concert appearances for the band have been along side Lagwagon, Good Charlotte, Millencolin, The Ataris, and Panic! At the Disco.
Diamonds
Something With Numbers Lyrics
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And I never even thought about giving up
And I could see something
I live on and I could feel something
I live on and now those scorching eyes are burning into mine
Don't make a sound, just curl up next to me
And we can breathe the same air and think our thoughts out loud
And we can breathe the same air and think our thoughts out loud
I wanna say so many things
I'm gonna tell the world how much you mean to me
I could see something
I live on and I could feel something
I live on and now those scorching eyes are burning into mine
Don't make a sound, just curl up next to me
And we can breathe the same air and think our thoughts out loud
Don't say a thing, just lay here next to me
And we can breathe the same air and think our thoughts out loud
We could stay here til sunrise
We could lay here for days
Just you and me and our scorching eyes
Not a word, not a phrase
So please baby, not a sound, just curl up next to me
And we can breathe the same air and think our thoughts out loud
Don't say a thing, just lay here next to me
And we can breathe the same air and think our thoughts out loud
Don't make a sound, just curl up next to me
And we can breathe the same air and think our thoughts out loud
Don't say a thing, just lay here next to me
And we can breathe the same air and think our thoughts out loud.
The lyrics to Something With Numbers' song "Diamonds" express the idea of waiting and enduring hardships in a relationship while also expressing deep love for the other person. The singer emphasizes the importance of being close to the other person and sharing their thoughts and feelings together. Despite the struggles that they might face, the singer emphasizes that staying together and being close to each other is the most important thing.
The line "I could see something, I live on and I could feel something, I live on" suggests that the singer is motivated by the idea of this relationship and the connection that they share with the other person. The line "Don't make a sound, just curl up next to me and we can breathe the same air and think our thoughts out loud" highlights the importance of being close to each other and being able to share their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment or rejection.
The chorus of the song is repeated several times throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of being close to each other and sharing their thoughts and feelings together. The line "we could stay here til sunrise" suggests that the singer is willing to spend as much time as possible with the other person and that their love is strong enough to endure any challenges that they might face.
Overall, the lyrics to "Diamonds" express a deep love and commitment to another person despite any challenges that they might face. The importance of being close and sharing their thoughts and feelings together is emphasized throughout the song, indicating the singer's desire for a deep and meaningful connection with the other person.
Line by Line Meaning
Been waiting for so long
I have been patiently waiting for a significant amount of time.
And I never even thought about giving up
Giving up on my desire to achieve my goal never crossed my mind.
And I could see something
I had a clear and distinct vision of what I wanted.
I live on and I could feel something
My drive and passion continue to exist, and I can sense that I am on the right track.
I live on and now those scorching eyes are burning into mine
My determination has caught the attention of others, and they are regarding me with intense interest and admiration.
Don't make a sound, just curl up next to me
Without speaking, let's physically connect and be close to one another.
And we can breathe the same air and think our thoughts out loud
Sharing the same space allows us to think and express ourselves more freely and authentically.
I wanna say so many things
I have a lot I want to express and communicate.
I'm gonna tell the world how much you mean to me
I am going to publicly express the depth of my affection and admiration for you.
We could stay here til sunrise
We have plenty of time to spend together and enjoy each other's company.
We could lay here for days
Our connection and intimacy is so strong that we could spend an extended period of time together without getting bored or restless.
Just you and me and our scorching eyes
Our mutual drive and passion create a powerful energy and intensity between us.
Not a word, not a phrase
We don't need to speak in order to understand and communicate with each other deeply.
So please baby, not a sound, just curl up next to me
I am requesting that we remain close and quiet, cherishing each other's presence without the need for words.
And we can breathe the same air and think our thoughts out loud
In this shared space, we have the freedom and safety to express ourselves authentically and without fear of judgment.
Don't make a sound, just curl up next to me
Let's continue to physically connect and cherish our time together without the need for excessive conversation.
And we can breathe the same air and think our thoughts out loud
Together, we can exist and thrive as individuals, while also sharing a deep and meaningful connection with each other.
Contributed by Blake J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.