The Hormonauts were formed in 1999 and thanks to the support of an independent swiss label - Voodoo Rhythm rec. released their first record “Hormone Hop” by throughout Europe.
It features twelve tracks, among them “Get off the wagon”, “Sweet young thing”, “Turkey Jive” and a great version of “Black Slacks”. The three artists promoted this record with many concerts in Europe: Germany, France, Holland, Spain, Switzerland are just a few of the countries that the fearless rockers stir up with their live act. So in three years they get a record deal with Ammonia Records – one of the most important italian independent labels and publish “Mini skirt”. Here the sound is even more blended, and the trio’s original tracks are truly epic. “Mini skirt”, “I see two”, “Mojito Joe” are three authentic jewels, with their excellent mix of rockabilly flavour with surf, ska and punk. The amazing versions of “Tainted love” and “Lonesome train” make this album appealing to a more varied audience. Their third album, “Hormone airlines”, is licensed by V2 records. Among its 14 tracks quite a few stand out: “Just why your blue” (with a rock/garage sound), “Cassius” and then “Solid gone”, “Little red Vanette” (going at a full speed with a captivating swing) up to the amazing ‘electro-western’ version of “Staying alive”, a pure essence of madness which will become a new video and a radio single. The “Hormonauts” believe their third album holds their real musical essence, their style and their artistic inspiration which the group has named “Hormonebilly”.
Now, introduced by the hit cover “My Sharona” The Hormonauts released “Hormonized”, their fourth album. It’s time now for the band to shift into a pure rock and roll sound: “Lucky Toy”, and “My Sharona”, but also the soft “Top of the world” or the “western” atmosphere of “Greasy Black hands. “Hormonized” and “Hormonette” are already true hymns, but the real blow are “Just Drive” and “Shit faced”!
The Hormonauts have taken part in the more important national rock festivals alongside groups such as Rancid, The Cramps, Nofx, Manu Chao, Millencollin, Ska-P, The Mars Volta and The Hives. Right now the Hormonauts are touring all over Italy and part of Europe with a new member, the Fourth Hormonaut, Reverend Cosmic, Andy's prodigal cousin from Somewhere, Texas! He's a Lap-Steel and Baritone guitar-slinger who'll be bringing a deep country twang and fuzz to the musical hurricane we already know and love! They'll be playing at Festivals, Clubs and wherever the fun is, riding their Big Blue Burnin’ Bus, two-litre diesel pleasure mobile!
Discography:
“Hormone Hop” (Voodoo Rhytm, 2002),
“Mini-Skirt” (Ammonia/V2, 2003),
“Hormone Airlines” (V2, 2004),
“Homonized” (V2, 2006).
You Just Won't Go
The Hormonauts Lyrics
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My one and only, you're all that I know,
Two-litre diesel engine, how I love you,
So tell me why this mornin', you just won't go.
You know I loved you, always oiled and cleaned you,
Your flame-job pantwork's job stolen every show,
So why this freezin'mornin', when I need you,
You done gave up on me , you just won't go.
But you stuck with me through rain and sleet and snow,
So why this freezin'mornin', when I need you,
You done gave up on me, you just won't go.
The Hormonauts's song "You Just Won't Go" is a love song about a van. The lyrics describe a long relationship between the singer and their beloved two-litre diesel engine van. The singer expresses their love and appreciation for the van, highlighting how it has been with them through rain, sleet, and snow. However, on this particular cold morning, the van just won't start, leaving the singer feeling abandoned and disappointed.
The use of anthropomorphism is notable in this song, as the van is personified as a living entity with its own agency and emotions. The lyrics suggest that the van has a will of its own and has consciously decided to not start. It is as if the van is a fickle lover who has finally decided to leave the singer stranded. The emotional attachment of the singer to the van is highlighted by the way the van is described in loving detail, with special attention given to its flame-job paintwork.
Overall, "You Just Won't Go" is a humorous and heartwarming tribute to the power of objects to evoke strong emotions in us. The van is not just a machine to the singer, but a faithful companion that has been by their side through thick and thin.
Line by Line Meaning
One hundred thousand miles we've been together,
We have been through a lot together and have traveled a significant distance.
My one and only, you're all that I know,
You are the only vehicle I have and rely on.
Two-litre diesel engine, how I love you,
I appreciate your reliable and powerful engine.
So tell me why this mornin', you just won't go.
I am confused and frustrated that you are not starting and functioning properly.
You know I loved you, always oiled and cleaned you,
I have taken good care of you by maintaining and cleaning you regularly.
Your flame-job pantwork's job stolen every show,
Your appearance is unique and impressive and has always attracted attention.
So why this freezin'mornin', when I need you,
I am questioning why you are not working when I am depending on you in this cold weather.
You done gave up on me , you just won't go.
You have failed me by not starting or functioning and I am disappointed.
I know I asked a lot from such a small van,
I acknowledge that I have pushed you to perform beyond your size and capabilities.
But you stuck with me through rain and sleet and snow,
I appreciate that you have been reliable and dependable in tough weather conditions.
So why this freezin'mornin', when I need you,
I am frustrated that you are not working when I need you in this cold weather.
You done gave up on me, you just won't go.
Your current failure to start or function is disappointing and inconvenient.
Contributed by Victoria S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.