There are other bands with the same name:
2) Another "The Eyes" was a late 1970’s Southern California punk group featured on the renowned Dangerhouse Records. Their lineup included Joe Ramirez; vocals, rhythm guitar; Charlotte Caffey (Pre Go-Gos); bass, vocals; and D.J. ‘Don’ Bonebrake (Pre-X) on drums. They are perhaps best remembered for their single "Disneyland".
3) The Eyes is also a spanish metal band based in Barcelona, they play an intense death metal similar to At The Gates or In Flames. The Eyes have released an album called Pursuing the Misfortune on A Date With Elvis label. The band have been the spanish support act for High On Fire, Walls of Jericho and Suffocation among others.
I'm Rowed Out
The Eyes Lyrics
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You got all you want you couldn't be no higher
Said you bent the town like you're a queen
And there ain't no place that you've not been
Well I'm rowed out
Yeah I'm rowed out with you
Said I'm rowed out
Said I'm rowed out
Yeah I'm rowed out with you
You don't want love you want a thrill
But there is no need to worry about a bill
Cause you don't save money you do it for kicks
And a one thing you're gonna get in a fix
Well I'm rowed out
Yeah I'm rowed out with you
Said I'm rowed out
Yeah I'm rowed out with you
Said I'm rowed out
Yeah I'm rowed out with you
Said you will never hear my plea
And I can't be what I wanna be
Gonna find a girl in another town
I said maybe she won't bring me down
Well I'm rowed out
Yeah I'm rowed out with you
Said I'm rowed out
Yeah I'm rowed out with you
Said I'm rowed out
Yeah I'm rowed out with you
Oh yeah man
The lyrics to The Eyes' song "I'm Rowed Out" describe a relationship between two people with very different priorities and desires. The singer describes his partner as having a "soul like fire" and possessing all that she wants, causing her to feel superior to those around her. Meanwhile, the singer is "rowed out" or exhausted with this relationship, seemingly due to the differences in what they expect from each other. The partner doesn't want love, just thrills, and doesn't see the need to save money, while the singer seems to be seeking a deeper, more meaningful connection. He ultimately decides that he needs to leave and find someone else who won't bring him down.
Overall, the song seems to be about the challenges that come from being in a relationship with someone who has vastly different priorities and desires than oneself, and the exhaustion that comes from trying to make it work. The lyrics suggest that the singer has realized that this relationship is not what he wants and that he needs to look elsewhere for what he is seeking.
Line by Line Meaning
You got a gold suede coat and a soul like fire
You have expensive and flashy possessions, and a passionate spirit.
You got all you want you couldn't be no higher
You have everything you desire and are content with your current situation.
Said you bent the town like you're a queen
You have a commanding presence and hold great influence over the people in your town.
And there ain't no place that you've not been
You have traveled extensively and experienced a lot in life.
You don't want love you want a thrill
You are not interested in genuine affection or romance, but instead seek excitement.
But there is no need to worry about a bill
You are not concerned about the cost of living recklessly and indulging in temporary pleasures.
Cause you don't save money you do it for kicks
You do not put money aside for the future and instead spend it on things that bring you temporary enjoyment.
And a one thing you're gonna get in a fix
Your behavior will eventually lead to trouble or consequences.
Said you will never hear my plea
You will not take my advice or listen to my requests.
And I can't be what I wanna be
I am unable to be my true self around you or fulfill my own desires.
Gonna find a girl in another town
I plan to search for a new romantic partner outside of our current location.
I said maybe she won't bring me down
Perhaps a new partner will bring me happiness and not cause me any trouble or distress.
Well I'm rowed out
I am tired and drained emotionally.
Yeah I'm rowed out with you
I am exhausted specifically because of my interactions with you.
Said I'm rowed out
I am repeating my previous statement about being tired and drained.
Oh yeah man
An exclamation of affirmation or agreement.
Contributed by Matthew A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
brooke younh
This song brings so many feels LOVE IT
Lawrence Frauens
Sounds like "I Can't Explain" by The Who. 60's music was the best!
Mike Simmons
I love the guitar tone. Loud clean tube sound!
tulllguy
+Mike Simmons sounds like early Townshend.
Francisco suarez beltran
once again, lovely combination of music-images!! This song is as good as the Who's in which is "inspired"!!!
Danieps
Me encanta. i love this song!!!
Walter Fechter
This one, "When The Night Falls" (The Eyes) and "Midnight To Six Man" (The Pretty Things) "How Is The Air Up There?" (The La De Das) "Leaving Here" (The Birds)
Geoffrey Marsh
+Walter Fetter: Five stars for analysis, Mr Fetter.
Gaucho Divino
I wish it could be 1965 again...
poltergasm
+Gaucho Divino
i was just about born & i wish it would be 1965 again. i'd take 1975 in a tenth of a skinny minute. lets all go back & born around 1950 so we can get all of it.....