TBG have released five full length albums: Learn Yourself, We're Already Gone, Ziggurats, Spooks and Dancehall Days; as well as one EP, Morning Sun, TBG have an eclectic style of their own, with smatterings of rock, acoustic, reggae, pop and folk all through their music. Many people find elements of artists such as Ben Harper, Jack Johnson and The Police, but their most recent album Spooks has, among others, Bob Marley influences.
TBG have been nominated for Best Music Video: I Thought About You, at the Inside Film Awards 2007; Best Blues & Roots Album at the ARIA Music Awards of 2005
And for the J Award 2005
They have also made it into the Triple J Hottest 100 four times: twice in 2003 at #41 ("Blackbird") and #62 ("Music") and twice again in 2005 at #68 ("...And We'll Dance on the Ashes of What's Left") and #81 ("Let's Take the Long Way Home").
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Let's Take the Long Way Home
The Beautiful Girls Lyrics
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I've been carrying it for so long.
I don't know what it wants with me.
Lord please let me be.
Rolling dice on my hotel room bed.
"Man, it feels so nice to love some one" she said.
"Cause when the evening comes I'm scared to be bad all by myself."
And now she's singing,
"Happiness always scared me half to death.
Never had myself no lovin' to caress."
Little darling stop those tears and dry those eyes, I'm a be right here.
And I'd really love to stay tonight, if you'll have me here.
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Little girl you know I love you so.
Let's take it easy now and simmer down.
Little girl, let's take the long way home.
The Beautiful Girls’ “Let’s Take the Long Way Home” is a song that speaks of weariness, longing for companionship, and the fear of being alone. The lyrics begin with the singer expressing his exhaustion from carrying a burden for a long time, one whose purpose he is unsure of. The song then takes a turn as the singer is gambling in his hotel room, only to be comforted by a woman who says that it is scary to be alone at night. The singer then empathizes with the woman, acknowledging that he too knows how it feels to be alone when the evening comes.
As the song progresses, the woman reveals that she has never experienced happiness or love until now, and the singer comforts her, promising to stay by her side. The song ends with a call for them to take it easy and simmer down as they take the long way home together.
Overall, the song is a reflection of the human need for companionship and love, and the longing that comes with being alone. The lyrics also suggest the importance of finding happiness and a sense of belonging in someone else, which can be comforting in times of uncertainty and weariness.
Line by Line Meaning
So tired of this heavy load.
I am exhausted from carrying this emotional burden for so long.
I've been carrying it for so long.
This emotional weight has been with me for an extended period of time.
I don't know what it wants with me.
I am unsure why this burden is present in my life.
Lord please let me be.
I pray for liberation from this weight on my shoulders.
Rolling dice on my hotel room bed.
I am gambling with my emotions, alone in a hotel room.
"Man, it feels so nice to love some one" she said.
Someone expressed how fulfilling it is to love another, which resonated with me.
"Cause when the evening comes I'm scared to be bad all by myself."
I am afraid of facing my thoughts and emotions in my solitude.
And I know exactly how it feels to be by myself.
I can relate to the fear of being alone and confronting my innermost feelings.
And now she's singing,
The woman continues to sing.
"Happiness always scared me half to death.
I am afraid of being happy, as it may not last.
Never had myself no lovin' to caress."
I have not experienced love to comfort me.
Little darling stop those tears and dry those eyes, I'm a be right here.
My dear, do not cry as I will always be here for you.
And I'd really love to stay tonight, if you'll have me here.
If you allow me, I would love to spend the night here with you.
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Vocalization to emphasize emotions.
Little girl you know I love you so.
My dear, you know I deeply care for you.
Let's take it easy now and simmer down.
Let us relax and calm our emotions.
Little girl, let's take the long way home.
My dear, let us take the scenic route and enjoy the journey.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Matthew Mark McHugh
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@GibbyMan21
jack johnson, current swell, the beautiful girls, and jon and roy..... all i listen to.
@alongthepath9953
These guys where always sensational in every song they brought out! Some of the best chill music ever!
@RAISEALITTLEHELL
seen them last night in coogee. by far one of the best concerts i've been too. leaving aussie today to head back home to cold canada, will miss it a lot!!!
@tatianasfeir
Um primeiro amor me mandou depois de 40 anosssss 😮😮😮😮😮❤❤❤❤❤
Nosssaaaa QUARRNTA ANOSSS ????… e quarenta anos depois ……
@Dammyf6
He's soooo lovely ♥ !
@brookeleigh1593
Great vibe to this song! Love it, glad I found them!
@brok0019
I supported him on Saturday night, best night of my life!!!
@samanthaprincee
Such an amazing band. and Mat McHugh isn't too shabby either!!
@alisajane521
I agree! What a lovely lovely song :)
@alishapuffinski
this guy is one of the most gorgeous gys ive eva seen in my life!! wot a beautiful smile!! x