The band, from Burlington, Ontario, consisted of Gordon Deppe (vocals and guitar), Sandy Horne (vocals and bass), Rob Preuss (keyboards and piano) and Derrick Ross (drums). Preuss also replaced Brett Wickens in 1980.
In the late eighties, Preuss went on to play with Honeymoon Suite and Ross left the band and were replaced by Scott MacDonald and Steve Kendry.
The band released five albums (and a soundtrack that was credited to Gordon Deppe but included a couple songs from the "Tell No Lies" ep).
Their most popular songs included " Romantic Traffic", "Nova Heart", "Old Emotions" and "Tell No Lies".
Gordon Deppe is currently a music programmer for one of the Galaxie Music Network (television) channels in Canada.
For more information, check out thespoons.ca.
Their latest album, Static in Transmission , was released in 2011. A single from the album, You Light Up is available on Youtube.
They should not be confused with Spoon (American band) or The Spoons (multiple artists).
Radio Heaven
Spoons Lyrics
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It makes me crazy just thinking it
Downtown in a penthouse
I wanna get even
For all the times they turned their backs
They turned their backs
With everything I give to you
Radio heaven
There ain¹t nothing we won¹t do
Nothing we won¹t do
For radio heaven
Turned over on the side of the road
In a fast car
That¹s not quite the way I see it
On top of the world
On top of my life
I¹m not gonna mess this bed I¹m in
This bed I¹m in
With everything that¹s serious
I ain¹t got time to think about nothing
Radio heaven
There ain¹t nothing we won¹t do
Nothing we won¹t do
For radio heaven
We¹re dancing straight to you
Here we come...
We know where we wanna go
We know what we wanna know
It makes life easy
We know what we wanna play
We know what we wanna say
It makes life easy
Radio heaven
I want it to be true
Radio heaven
I die each night for you
I die each night for you
The song “Radio Heaven” by the Canadian rock band, Spoons, portrays a longing for something unattainable. The lyrics speak of trying to reach the top of “radio heaven,” which seems to be a metaphor for achieving ultimate success in the music industry. The singer is distraught and “crazy” at the thought of not being able to reach this goal. He’s frustrated with the industry, as he believes that he’s been overlooked and ignored by radio stations that have “turned their backs” on him. The idea of wanting to get even implies that he may have been dealt a hand unfairness by the industry. The lyrics also suggest that the singer has given his all to the music industry, but, as yet, he has nothing to show for it. Despite that, he is still willing to go to great lengths to make it to the top.
The mention of a “fast car” and a “bed” suggests that the singer may be living a life of luxury in pursuit of his dream, but no matter how much he has, he is still not content until he reaches “radio heaven.” He is determined to reach the top and dance his way to the success he desires. By the end of the song, the singer is so dedicated that he’s willing to “die each night” for “radio heaven,” which becomes synonymous with his obsession for ultimate success.
Line by Line Meaning
Countdown to the top of radio heaven
Anticipating the moment when they will achieve success and popularity in the music industry.
It makes me crazy just thinking it
The idea of achieving success in the music industry has become an obsession for the artist.
Downtown in a penthouse
An expression of the luxurious lifestyle associated with being a successful musician.
I wanna get even
The artist desires to prove their worth to those who have previously ignored or underestimated them.
For all the times they turned their backs
The artist feels that they have been mistreated or overlooked by others in the music industry.
They turned their backs
Reinforcing the idea that the artist has been dismissed or ignored by those they are trying to impress.
With everything I give to you
The artist is putting everything they have into their music, hoping for a breakthrough in their career.
I play the game and hope for something
Taking calculated risks and hoping that their music will be well-received by the public.
Radio heaven
A metaphorical place of musical success and achievement that the artist wishes to reach.
There ain't nothing we won't do
The artist is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve success in the music industry.
Turned over on the side of the road
Expressing the dangers and potential pitfalls of the music industry.
In a fast car
The idea of being successful and able to afford luxury items such as sports cars.
That's not quite the way I see it
Challenging the conventional wisdom surrounding success in the music industry.
On top of the world
The artist feels as though they are at the height of their abilities and close to achieving success.
On top of my life
Feeling in control of their life and career, with success within reach.
I'm not gonna mess this bed I'm in
The artist is wary of making mistakes that could damage their chance of success.
With everything that's serious
The artist is fully committed to their music and the pursuit of success in the music industry.
I ain't got time to think about nothing
Completely focused on their music and career, with no time for distractions or anything else.
We're dancing straight to you
An energetic, upbeat message to the audience that their music is on its way and it will be a success.
Here we come...
Confidently moving forward towards their musical goals.
We know where we wanna go
The artist has a clear vision of their musical direction and goals.
We know what we wanna know
The artist is seeking knowledge and experience to help them achieve their musical goals.
It makes life easy
Knowing their musical direction and goals makes everything else in life much simpler.
We know what we wanna play
The artist has a clear idea of their musical style and sound.
We know what we wanna say
The artist has a clear message they wish to express through their music.
Radio heaven, I want it to be true
The artist desires success and recognition in the music industry more than anything else.
Radio heaven, I die each night for you
Working tirelessly in pursuit of success in the music industry, with a burning passion for their craft and a longing to achieve their dreams.
Contributed by Colin L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.