The Dandy Warhols are strongly influenced by The Brian Jonestown Massacre, The Velvet Underground, The Beach Boys, Simon and Garfunkel, The Beatles, The Shadows and The Rolling Stones. They also include implicit musical references to My Bloody Valentine in some songs. Frontman Courtney Taylor-Taylor describes the band's beginning as a group of friends who "needed music to drink to".
Forever
The Dandy Warhols Lyrics
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I could make it mine
But I'd end up inside my head
I don't know but I've been told
Streets of heaven are paved with gold
Why do I know what never left that day?
It might've been around forever
All that I seem to find
I could make it mine
But I'd end up inside my head
Now there's a gong in the sky that's bright
I wanted everything gold
I don't know but I've been told
Streets of heaven are paved with gold
Why do I know what never left that day?
It might've been around forever
The Dandy Warhols’ song “Forever” is a pensive song that reflects on the cycle of life and the allure of material possessions. The lyrics often repeat phrases such as “all that I seem to find” or “streets of heaven are paved with gold,” emphasizing the singer’s search for something that would make his life feel more meaningful. He believes that by possessing something, he would be able to own it and make it his own. However, ultimately, he feels trapped inside his head and unable to truly connect with the outside world.
The line “Now there’s a gong in the sky that’s bright” suggests a moment of revelation or an epiphany for the singer. This moment is fleeting and occurs outside of his control, much like his realization that the streets of heaven are paved with gold. This sudden realization highlights the singer’s fleeting understanding of life, which he wishes he could fully comprehend. The repetition of “It might’ve been around forever” highlights the cyclical nature of life that the singer is trying to comprehend. Overall, the song conveys the angst and confusion that comes with trying to understand the human experience.
Line by Line Meaning
All that I seem to find
I am constantly searching for something.
I could make it mine
I could attain and have ownership over it.
But I'd end up inside my head
But I would become trapped in my own thoughts and ideas.
I don't know but I've been told
I am uncertain, but someone has told me.
Streets of heaven are paved with gold
Heavenly places are rich with valuable and luxurious things.
Why do I know what never left that day?
Why am I aware of something that should have been forgotten?
It might've been around forever
It's possible that this thing has existed for a very long time.
Now there's a gong in the sky that's bright
There is a bright and attention-grabbing sound or sight in the sky.
I wanted everything gold
I desired to possess all things of value and luxury.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Courtney Taylor-Taylor
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Timmy
Happy is such an underrated show yet it’s so good I can’t believe nobody ever talks about it. And I’m so pissed that they cancelled it, they ending left so many loose ends. I mean seriously this show was funny, violent, the plot was ok, has a few weird scenes but it’s a great show and I wish there was a season 3.
gonzalo Pedermau
BEST "NICK" violent scene and song combination in the ENTIRE series. I kept rewing it over and over and over again. I was addicted to watching it every damn day. I'm weird like that.
HtxOmoggle
Ahhh!! I do this too! Not many ppl can say this!
Taylor Humes
They opened with this song at their show in Seattle. Probably the coolest song I've heard live ever. The synth was incredible. I was transported.
Bigby Snow
I mean it’s ok
Jeff Wincze
Love it! The Dandys never disappoint! What a cool song.
absinthefaery
The best cowboy ghost song ever. Like a tango with the devil. Flawless video. Heaven.
Sector Lost
One of those songs that once it gets into your head it's hard to get out. And I thank them for that.
Qiebi
On repeat for two days. Something about the end-time mood. I love it.
Kevin Francis
Thank goodness there are still a few good bands making real music ..thanks Dandy Warhols