In 1996, the project became more serious, and Bell was joined by high school friends, Tim and Glenn Maloof. Bell also brought Mike Elliot into the fold, and, thus, a new Space Twins line-up was solidified.
The quartet developed a unique sound that blends modern indie rock with progressive and psychedelic elements. In Weezer's down-time, the band released two limited-edition 7" singles: "Osaka Aquabus" (1997) and "TV, Music & Candy" (1998). Both of these sold out quickly and are no longer in print.
In May 2003, the Space Twins independently released their debut album, The End of Imagining, on their own label Raga Drop Records. The album was critically acclaimed, with Rolling Stone critic John D. Luerresen naming the album 7th best of 2003. Currently, the album, like the band's previous releases, is out of print and remains sought after by many Weezer fans.
The band performed at the 2003 SXSW festival in Austin, Texas.
Nico
Space Twins Lyrics
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She eats all the fish before we get home
Then when we get there, Sadie is mad
Because she ate all the fish that we had
And if we're lucky, we'll buy some sardines
And we will eat them with olives and cheese
Then, when we doze off, our bellies are full
Then, in the morningtime, we'll launch our boat
Hoping not to sink and just stay afloat
Fishing and drinking is all that we do
I wonder where I'll get my next tattoo?
Good show!
The lyrics to Space Twins' song "Nico" tell the tale of a group of friends who go out on a fishing boat led by the mysterious figure of Nico. However, it turns out that Nico is a bit of a glutton and ends up eating all the fish they catch before they can get back to shore. This causes tension with another member of the group, Sadie, who is understandably upset that they don't have any fish to show for their trip. Despite this setback, they continue to enjoy their time on the boat, eating sardines and dreaming about the sea creatures around them. The next day, they set out again to try their luck at fishing once more, all the while indulging in more leisurely pursuits like drinking and planning their next tattoos.
The song paints a picture of a carefree, whimsical lifestyle that revolves around the ocean and the various creatures that inhabit it. It also hints at some interpersonal tensions within the group, particularly between Nico and Sadie, but overall the mood is one of lightheartedness and adventure. The reference to tattoos suggests that these friends are living life on their terms, without worrying too much about conventional norms or expectations. Overall, the lyrics seem to celebrate an unorthodox way of living that values experiences and relationships over material possessions.
Line by Line Meaning
Nico's the captain of our fishing boat
Nico leads the way as the captain of our fishing boat
She eats all the fish before we get home
Nico typically gobbles up all the fish before we can make it back home
Then when we get there, Sadie is mad
Coming home to find out there's no fish typically makes Sadie upset
Because she ate all the fish that we had
Sadie realizing that Nico ate all of the fish we had is the culprit of her frustration
And if we're lucky, we'll buy some sardines
If we're fortunate enough, we'll purchase some sardines
And we will eat them with olives and cheese
Sardines, olives and cheese are a delicacy we enjoy eating together
Then, when we doze off, our bellies are full
Having enjoyed the sardines, olive and cheese, we fall asleep with satiated bellies
We'll dream of starfish and mermaids and gulls
Our slumber is complimented by dreamt images of starfish, mermaids and gulls
Then, in the morningtime, we'll launch our boat
Come morningtime, we'll set the boat back into the water
Hoping not to sink and just stay afloat
Our wish is that the boat stays afloat and doesn't submerge
Fishing and drinking is all that we do
Our days are typically spent fishing and drinking
I wonder where I'll get my next tattoo?
While we're out fishing, I contemplate where to put my next tattoo
Contributed by Hannah G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Albinati2
great!
jamie mansour
@Albinati2 Hell yeah !
David Dalton
Haha this song is so weird. x3