Dylan, fresh from N.Z. and not yet 18, was on the streets with his guitar and crack pipe busking for coin outside the pub. “We met him,” Paddy says, “when the Coopers Arms bouncer started hassling us to give the dude money".
Since then the band have spent their time re-fining and re-defining their sound, a mega-hectic, psychedelic, reggae that’ll have you trading your flat screen for a ticket to ride, surrendering your dignity to your urges, throwing shapes around rooms with people you’ve never met.
The Sticky sound is doused in textural, psyche-y and atmospheric melodies that push out the S.F. rhythm section’s blunt soundscapes.
One by One
Sticky Fingers Lyrics
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Escape that Cyclone
'Cause we're never final
You'll never lose your name
We can fake it
Or bend and break it
But there's no mistaking
You'll never lose your name
Hookers and bandits
They got the best haircuts
So follow their line
Hookers and bandits
They got the best haircuts
Don't follow in line
We're lost in a way for today no tomorrow
Rusting away holidays
We'll meet you halfway, down to trade for a Malboro
We gon' keep running away
Well just because you're helpless and abandoned
Doesn't mean it has to cost your life
What I've done won't lift this world around you
If all you feel is goodbye, say goodnight
I was tryna get you home
Tryna get you home in time
See you in the 'morrow
If I can get you home in time
We're Lost in a way for today no tomorrow
Rusting away holidays
We'll meet you halfway, down to trade for a Malboro
We gon' keep running away
This is where I'm from
Said a good friend of mine
This is where I'm from
Spending my time with you
This is where I'm from
Said a good friend of mine
This is where I'm from
Spending my time with you
'Cause hookers and bandits
They got the best haircuts
So follow their line
These hookers and bandits
They got the best haircuts
Don't follow in line
Sticky Fingers' song "One by One" reflects on the struggles of living in a world where we can feel helpless and abandoned. The lyrics depict a sense of escapism from reality, wanting to avoid the proverbial storm and running away from our problems. Despite the chaos that surrounds us, we are reminded that we will never lose our name, implying that our identity and sense of self will always remain intact.
The song also references "hookers and bandits," a metaphor for individuals who seem to have it all together or live a "carefree" lifestyle. The lyrics warn against following in their line and losing sight of who we are, while also acknowledging the allure of their seemingly glamorous existence.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea of being lost in the moment, without thinking of the future. Sticky Fingers suggests they are happy to spend their time with those they care about, and are willing to trade experiences for a pack of cigarettes. The overall mood of the song is contemplative, with a sense of longing for a simpler, less chaotic existence.
Line by Line Meaning
Tuesday, lie low
Take a break on Tuesday
Escape that Cyclone
Avoid any negative influences
'Cause we're never final
We are constantly evolving
You'll never lose your name
Stay true to your identity
We can fake it
We can pretend to be someone else
Or bend and break it
We can change who we are
But there's no mistaking
We will always be ourselves
You'll never lose your name
Stay true to your identity
Hookers and bandits
People who live unconventional lives
They got the best haircuts
They stand out and have unique style
So follow their line
Emulate their attitude towards life
Hookers and bandits
People who live unconventional lives
They got the best haircuts
They stand out and have unique style
Don't follow in line
Don't conform to societal standards
We're lost in a way for today no tomorrow
We are unsure of our future
Rusting away holidays
Our time is being wasted
We'll meet you halfway, down to trade for a Malboro
We will make compromises to avoid conflict
We gon' keep running away
We will keep avoiding our problems
Well just because you're helpless and abandoned
Being alone doesn't mean you should give up
Doesn't mean it has to cost your life
There are still opportunities to improve your situation
What I've done won't lift this world around you
I can't solve all your problems
If all you feel is goodbye, say goodnight
If you're ready to give up, don't drag it out
I was tryna get you home
I was trying to help you
Tryna get you home in time
Trying to help you before it's too late
See you in the 'morrow
See you tomorrow
If I can get you home in time
If I can help you in time
This is where I'm from
This is my home
Said a good friend of mine
A friend of mine said that
Spending my time with you
I enjoy spending time with you
'Cause hookers and bandits
People who live unconventional lives
They got the best haircuts
They stand out and have unique style
So follow their line
Emulate their attitude towards life
These hookers and bandits
People who live unconventional lives
They got the best haircuts
They stand out and have unique style
Don't follow in line
Don't conform to societal standards
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Daniel Neurath, Dylan Frost, Eric Gruener, Patrick Cornwall, Seamus Coyle, Taras Hrubyj-Piper
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