Formed in 2006 over pints of cheap beer at East Vancouver’s notoriously violent Ivanhoe Hotel, The Dreadnoughts cut their teeth in the roughest dive bars in the city. They started by opening for (and earning the praise of) celtic-punk grandfathers The Real McKenzies, and since then have never looked back. Hauling a fiddle, an accordion, a mandolin, a tin whistle, guitars and drums into every venue that would have them, they quickly became known for their powerful, chaotic live performances. In three short years they have slowly but surely joined the ranks of Canada’s punk rock heroes.
Grand Union Hotel
The Dreadnoughts Lyrics
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When it's like the whole world hates you,
Strap on your dancing shoes.
The Country pub awaits you.
Buy a bear for all your friends,
Your enemies as well.
Turn that frown right upside down
At The Grand Union Hotel!
(inaudible)
And jim is falling over,
Mary's arguing with a chair,
And Jerry's also falling over.
He's, trying to make it to the bar
And it's not going well.
But there's a smile on every face,
At The Grand Union Hotel!
The Dreadnoughts's song Grand Union Hotel portrays a message of hope and the power of community. The lyrics suggest that when one is feeling down and unwanted, the solution could be to attend a local pub or gathering place. The pub in question is called The Grand Union Hotel, where no matter who you are, or what you have been through, there is always a place for you. This is a powerful message that speaks to the human need for connection and inclusivity. The song is upbeat and cheerful in its message, suggesting that there is always a way to find joy in life, even on the darkest days.
The lyrics are simple, but effective. They suggest that life can be tough, but that one should not give up hope. The act of strapping on one's dancing shoes is symbolic of the idea that one should keep moving forward, even when one is feeling low. The line "buy a beer for all your friends, your enemies as well," speaks to the inclusive nature of the Grand Union Hotel. The fact that one would even consider buying a beer for their enemies suggests that everyone is welcome, no matter what their background or history may be.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're feeling sad and blue,
When you're feeling depressed and unhappy,
When it's like the whole world hates you,
When it seems like everyone is against you,
Strap on your dancing shoes.
Get ready to dance and have fun.
The Country pub awaits you.
The local pub is ready to welcome you.
Buy a bear for all your friends,
Buy a round of drinks for all your friends,
Your enemies as well.
Even include those who you are not fond of.
Turn that frown right upside down
Cheer up and be happy,
At The Grand Union Hotel!
At this particular pub, The Grand Union Hotel.
(Insturamental)
Musical interlude, no lyrics.
(inaudible)
Unknown lyrics or mumbling.
And jim is falling over,
Jim is stumbling and losing balance,
Mary's arguing with a chair,
Mary is upset and talking to a piece of furniture,
And Jerry's also falling over.
Jerry is also losing balance and stumbling.
He's, trying to make it to the bar
He is attempting to reach the bar for a drink,
And it's not going well.
His attempt isn't successful,
But there's a smile on every face,
Despite the issues, everyone is happy,
At The Grand Union Hotel!
Once again, at The Grand Union Hotel pub.
Contributed by Jordan B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Apony Danzilker
Lyrics:
When you're feelin' sad and blue,
When it's like the whole world hates you,
Strap on your dancin' shoes,
The county palm awaits you! (hey!)
Buy a beer for all your friends,
Your enemies as well!
Turn your frown right upside down at the grand union hotel! (yeah!)
Vera thinks she's Fred Astaire,
And Jim is falling over!
Mary's arguing with a chair,
And Jerry's also falling over,
He's trying to make it to the bar,
And it's not going well!
Turn that frown right upside down at the
Grand Union Hotel!!!!!
Lucas Eichler
When you're feeling sad and blue
When it's like the whole world hates you
Strap on your dancing shoes
The country pub awaits you
Buy a beer for all your friends
Your enemies as well
Turn that frown right upside down
At the Grand Union Hotel
Vera thinks she's Fred Astaire
And Jim is falling over
Mary's arguing with a chair
And Jerry's also falling over
He's trying to make it to the bar
And it's not going well
But there's a smile on every face
At the Grand Union Hotel
Charlie Calafato
"Jerrys ALSO falling over, he trying to make it to the bar. AND IT'S NOT GOING WELL" always makes me laugh
ArgoTheNaut
I always hear "Jerry's" as "chair is", presumably the chair that Mary is arguing with, which also makes me laugh.
Nøkken
Wow this is the only band I listen to where I like all of their songs
Nøkken
Yeee
thot chocolate
sameeeeee
naesjr
BlodOchStål Only band to come close to it beforenwas Cake, which was everything but Mahna, Mahna.
Fun Cooker
I feel like I've stumbled upon gold with these guys music! I love every song!
Claudio Chacón
son geniales en serio! saquen más canciones como esta, son las mejores! :D
Apony Danzilker
Lyrics:
When you're feelin' sad and blue,
When it's like the whole world hates you,
Strap on your dancin' shoes,
The county palm awaits you! (hey!)
Buy a beer for all your friends,
Your enemies as well!
Turn your frown right upside down at the grand union hotel! (yeah!)
Vera thinks she's Fred Astaire,
And Jim is falling over!
Mary's arguing with a chair,
And Jerry's also falling over,
He's trying to make it to the bar,
And it's not going well!
Turn that frown right upside down at the
Grand Union Hotel!!!!!
Seals3051
I think is country pub