1. The Bats are an in… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least four bands called The Bats.
1. The Bats are an influential New Zealand rock band formed in 1982 in Christchurch by Paul Kean (bass), Malcolm Grant (drums), Robert Scott (lead vocals, rhythm guitar, keyboards) and Kaye Woodward (lead guitar, vocals). Though primarily a Christchurch band, The Bats have strong links to Dunedin and are usually grouped in with the Dunedin Sound musicians that emerged in the early 1980s. The band has retained the same four members from 1982 to the present day.
Approaching a quarter century of recording and performing, Christchurch, New Zealand's The Bats have survived seven albums and five world tours with the original line-up of Kaye Woodward, Malcolm Grant, Paul Kean and Robert Scott intact. With a sound at the jangle/indie end of the pop spectrum, the band made significant headway in the States in the 80s alongside Flying Nun label-mates The Chills and The Clean. The 90s saw tours of the US and Europe, supporting the likes of Radiohead, Belly, and R.E.M.. Paul, Kaye, and Malcolm form side-project Minisnap; Bob has released solo work and can also be found in The Clean and The Magick Heads.
2. The Bats was an American band, formed in the early 1980s and featured Jon Brion, Don Riff and Bill Murphy. They released the album How Pop Can You Get? on Gustav records in 1982. They disbanded after critical acclaim, but little commercial success.
3. Dubbed South Africa's answer to the Beatles, the pop group The Bats was formed in October 1964 and consisted of group members Eddie Eckstein (drums/vocals), Barry Jarman (guitar/trumpet/concertina), Jimmy Dunning (guitar) and Paul Ditchfield (keyboard/guitar/bass/vocals). Paul, Barry and Eddie knew each other well and had wanted to form a group for a long time, but had been prevented from doing so by their respective contracts with various bands.
Barry suggested they form a beat trio with the express purpose of making records. Jimmy Dunning, who had played with them before, was unanimously nominated to fill the gap of lead guitarist. After finally getting together, they arranged an audition with Matt Mann, then A & R Manager at G.R.C. (and later owner of RPM Record Company), who signed them to the CBS label and produced their first single, All I Got. The group were quibbling with each other about an appropriate name. In an attempt to restore order, Matt Mann yelled "You're All Bats!" and so "The Bats" was born.
4. The Bats were an Irish beat band of the 1960s. They were regulars at Belfast's Maritime Club. Only a few of the band's recordings were released, on a 1966 compilation LP called 'Ireland's Greatest Sounds: Five Groups from Belfast's Maritime Club' and one single of their own, 'Accept It', on Columbia Records (a cover version of a Burt Bacharach song).
Treason
The Bats Lyrics
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You may mind my reason go on and tell me now
And I know that we're apart but it won't be for long
And that's why I sing this song and that's why I carry on
So we're out together looking a sight to see
You may call it treason go on and tell me now
And I know that we're apart but it won't be for long
"We'll get along better this way," she said
"We'll get along better this way," she said
"We'll get along better this way."
And the end of the year is looming affecting all the things we do
You may mind my reason marks against my very name
And I know that we're apart but it won't be for long
And that's why I sing this song and that's why I carry on
"We'll get along better this way," she said
"We'll get along better this way," she said
"We'll get along better this way."
The Bats's song Treason seems to be about a couple who are together but different in terms of their personalities and interests - they go together like chalk and cheese. The singer realizes that their differences may be viewed by others as a form of treason. However, the couple chooses to stick together because they know that their separation will not last long, and they will carry on in their relationship despite what others may think.
The song contains the repeated phrase "We'll get along better this way," which the female partner of the singer says. This can be interpreted as her acknowledging and accepting their differences and suggesting that they should stick together to build a better relationship.
The song also alludes to the end of the year and how it affects the things that people do. The lyrics suggest that the singer's reasoning behind their relationship may be questioned, and it may be seen as a mark against their name. However, despite these challenges, they choose to carry on together.
Overall, the song seems to be about a couple navigating their relationship despite their differences and external pressures. The repetition of "We'll get along better this way" highlights the importance of acceptance and compromise in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
So we go together like chalk and cheese I know
Our relationship is a bit mismatched, but I am aware of that.
You may mind my reason go on and tell me now
If you have an issue with my reasoning, please feel free to voice it now.
And I know that we're apart but it won't be for long
I acknowledge that we are currently separated, but I have faith that it will not last forever.
And that's why I sing this song and that's why I carry on
I find solace in expressing myself through music, and it helps me to stay positive despite our distance.
So we're out together looking a sight to see
When we are together, we make an interesting pair that catches people's attention.
You may call it treason go on and tell me now
Others may view our relationship as unconventional or disloyal, and I am willing to hear their opinions.
"We'll get along better this way," she said
My partner believes that our current arrangement is for the best, and will ultimately improve our relationship.
And the end of the year is looming affecting all the things we do
The approaching end of the year is weighing on us and impacting our daily lives.
You may mind my reason marks against my very name
If I make certain decisions, it could harm my reputation or personal image.
We'll get along better this way," she said
Despite the challenges and potential consequences, my partner remains convinced that our current situation is the best for us.
Writer(s): Robert Marshall Scott, Malcolm Ian Grant, Paul Christopher Kean, Kaye Adelaide Woodward
Contributed by Brody W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.