At its formation the band consisted of Paul Heaton (vocals), Stan Cullimore (guitar), Ted Key (bass) and Chris Lang (drums). The band's membership changed frequently throughout its existence. Ted Key was replaced by Norman Cook (who later became internationally famous as big beat musician Fatboy Slim) and drummer Chris Lang was replaced by Hugh Whitaker, former drummer with The Gargoyles, who in turn was replaced with Dave Hemingway. The band split in 1988.
The band often referred to themselves as "the 4th best band in Hull," referring to Kingston upon Hull, the city in England where the band formed in 1983. (The three bands that were "better" were Red Guitars, Everything but the Girl, and The Gargoyles.)
In 1986, the band broke through with the single Happy Hour, which reached No. 3 in the UK charts helped by a claymation animated pop promo of a type that was in vogue at the time. At the end of the same year, they had a No. 1 single with a cover version of Isley Jasper Isley's Caravan of Love.
The band released three albums: London 0 Hull 4, The People Who Grinned Themselves to Death, and the greatest bits compilation Now That's What I Call Quite Good. A new collection, Best of the Housemartins, was released in 2004, and was available in a expanded edition with a DVD collecting their music video clips.
The Housemartins lyrics were an odd mixture of Marxist politics and born-again Christianity, reflecting Paul Heaton's beliefs at the time.
The band split in 1988, but the members have since remained friends and worked on each other's projects. Norman Cook has enjoyed significant success with both Beats International and then as Fatboy Slim, while Heaton, Hemingway and roadie Sean Welch formed The Beautiful South. Stan Cullimore has become an author of children's books. Despite repeated requests from fans, they have never reformed.
In 1993, former drummer Hugh Whitaker was convicted of assault after attacking his business partner James Hewitt with an axe. Whitaker was subsequently released from prison and now resides in Leeds, where he occasionally drums with local band Percy. Whitaker is also a member of The Malkies fronted by Alistair Hulett.
Everyday's The Same
The Housemartins Lyrics
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That I was sitting at the edge of the desk
And now I'm looking back with a smile
As I turn my back to success
And I laugh and I cry and ask myself why
Everyday they do the same
And I stop and I think for a minute each week
Do they always catch the train
Everyday, everyday, everyday seems to end this way
everday just seems the same
It seems like only yesterday
That I was sitting at the edge of the desk
And now I'm looking back with a smile
As I turn my back to success
And I laugh and I cry and ask myself why
Everyday they do the same
And I stop and I think for a minute each week
Do they always catch the train
Everyday, everyday, everyday seems to end this way
Everyday, everyday, everyday seems to end this way
everday just seems the same
Everyday, everyday, everyday seems to end this way
Everyday, everyday, everyday seems to end this way
everday just seems the same
Everyday, everyday, everyday seems to end this way
Everyday, everyday, everyday seems to end this way
everday just seems the same
The Housemartins's "Everyday's The Same" talks about the monotony of life and the daily routine that most of us go through. The singer reflects on his own journey, starting from sitting at the edge of his desk, probably as a student or a young professional, to looking back with a smile as he turns his back to success. He questions why people do the same thing every day, and wonders if they always catch the train. The song implies a sense of dissatisfaction with the routine and monotony that governs our daily lives.
The song has a catchy melody with simple but effective lyrics that are relatable to a lot of people. The repetition of the phrase "Everyday, everyday, everyday seems to end this way" reinforces the idea that life can be predictable and mundane. However, the phrase "everyday just seems the same" marks a subtle shift in the tone, suggesting that maybe life is more than just the routine and that there is a possibility to find meaning in the ordinary.
Overall, "Everyday's The Same" is a poignant and reflective song that captures the essence of the human experience. It reminds us to break the monotony of our lives and seek to find beauty and meaning in the little things.
Line by Line Meaning
It doesn't seem so long ago
Time has passed quickly and it doesn't feel like it's been that long.
That I was sitting at the edge of the desk
I remember sitting in a certain place, contemplating life.
And now I'm looking back with a smile
Reflecting on past experiences, I feel happy and content.
As I turn my back to success
Even though I've achieved success, I'm moving on to new things.
And I laugh and I cry and ask myself why
I have mixed emotions and wonder why things happen the way they do.
Everyday they do the same
I see people going through their daily routines without change.
And I stop and I think for a minute each week
Once a week, I pause to reflect on whether or not people are just going through the motions.
Do they always catch the train
I wonder if people are always sticking to their routines, doing the same things day after day.
Everyday, everyday, everyday seems to end this way
Each day feels the same, like nothing new or exciting is happening.
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Kihm Sanders
Wonderful band, sparkling melodies, inventive songcraft. Wish they'd produced more material, but quite happy with what they were able to create!
Paul Bradley
Got into them after starting a Tribute Band to The Housemartins. Great songs,played with 100% energy and soul.
Denilson Ramos
Good song❤
maoaflo
i love them
Giancarlo Marchini
Greatest band ever spawned the 2nd greatest band ever
james' musings
I often Laugh, then cry then ask myself why :D
Tony Lait
Should reform the Martins, come on PD!