We are a thing that came out of a few chance meetings at Sydney University. You see, Heather and Hayley had been playing music together for a while. Inevitably came the journey south from Byron - being their place of youth - to Sydney for a foray into higher education. Nik and Sam were studying at Sydney University also. And you know, for some reason you just meet people...
We don't have a manifesto as such, but we do have definite intentions in what we do. We wish to play pop, but with a recognizable element of self-awareness. We wish to be emotional, but with a sense of certainty that our audiences won't walk away thinking that we take ourselves too seriously. What is paramount is an attempt to push this thing called the culture industry in some direction which makes it more human. (I guess this is all too ambitious but oh well... We do try)
Heather studies piano at the conservatorium and reads a bit too much Russian literature. Hayley looks toward her personal canon of pop ballads for guidance in all situations and believes we must return to the way life was prior to the poker machine epidemic. Nik is a science student who imbues his drumming with formulas and mathematical complexities. Sam is a country music-playing, Marx-spouting communist with a love of all things meaningfully subversive.
The Jezabels have released 3 EPs: Dark Storm (2010), The Man is Dead (2009) and She's So Hard (2009).
Their debut album Prisoner was released in September 2011. The Jezabels won the 2012 ARIA Award for Best Independent Release for their album, Prisoner.
Official site: http://www.thejezabels.com
Time To Dance
The Jezabels Lyrics
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Maybe that could bring my passion back
What's that I stumbled on?
A pebble lying on my track?
At one time, the moment was mine
The thrill of it was all I saw
But suns rise and they shifted the tides
And the glory days were no more
When you work so had
Say, what's the point in having all that gas?
When you work so hard
Say, what's the point in doing all that jazz?
You say I need help
Because I'm dreaming too much
Because I'm drifting with my mental health
Well, good luck with the natives on that
But I think we might want something else
When you work so had
Say, what's the point in having all that gas?
When you work so hard
Say, what's the point in doing all that jazz?
When you cry your eyes out
Hey come on, baby when's the second chance?
When you cry your eyes out
Hey come on, tell me when it's time to dance
And, oh, the beat goes on
The street so cold
You can't go home
No matter how you try, the beat goes
The beat goes on
And, oh, the big bad world
You can't go home
The street so cold
No matter how you try, the beat goes
The beat goes on
Can you tell me when it's time to dance?
Can you tell me when it's time?
Because I need a lover I can't find in you
I need some kinda love worth dancing to
Hey, come on baby, let your hair hang down
I need to find some kinda love
The Jezabels's song "Time To Dance" appears to be about lost passion and motivation. The singer is reminiscing about a time when they were enthusiastic and driven about something, but that passion has dwindled. The line "Maybe that could bring my passion back" suggests that the singer is on a quest to reignite the fire within themselves, and the following lines about stumbling over a pebble in their track suggest that there are obstacles in the way.
The lyrics also hint at a sense of frustration with hard work and what it really brings. The lines "When you work so hard, say what's the point in having all that gas?" suggest that even when one puts in a lot of effort, it doesn't necessarily lead to fulfillment or satisfaction. Similarly, the line "what's the point in doing all that jazz?" implies that there is a feeling of disillusionment and disappointment with the way things have turned out.
The chorus seems to be a plea for the return of passion and excitement in their life. The line "tell me when it's time to dance" could be interpreted as a call to action - a desire to find something worth feeling passionate about once more. There is a sense of yearning and longing throughout the song, with lines like "I need a lover I can't find in you" and "I need to find some kinda love worth dancing to" indicating a deep desire for something more meaningful.
Line by Line Meaning
Great coat, I love that hat
I adore your attire and accessories
Maybe that could bring my passion back
Perhaps your fashion sense can inspire me to feel deeply again
What's that I stumbled on? A pebble lying on my track?
What obstacle have I encountered on my path?
At one time, the moment was mine, The thrill of it was all I saw
In the past, I felt in control and only cared about excitement
But suns rise and they shifted the tides, And the glory days were no more
Time has passed and circumstances have changed, the good times are gone
When you work so hard, Say, what's the point in having all that gas?
When you put in so much effort, what's the value in excess?
Because I'm drifting with my mental health, Well, good luck with the natives on that
I am struggling mentally and it will not be an easy fix
But I think we might want something else
I believe we need a change of pace or direction
When you cry your eyes out, Hey come on, tell me when it's time to dance
After experiencing heartbreak or pain, when will I feel ready to enjoy life again?
And, oh, the beat goes on, The street so cold, You can't go home
The world and its troubles continue on and can make one feel lost
No matter how you try, the beat goes, The beat goes on
Despite one's best efforts, life goes on regardless
Can you tell me when it's time to dance? Can you tell me when it's time?
Can anyone give me a clear sign or indication of when I should feel happy and carefree?
Because I need a lover I can't find in you, I need some kinda love worth dancing to
Your affection is not enough for me, I crave a more satisfying and passionate love
Hey, come on baby, let your hair hang down, I need to find some kinda love
Loosen up and let's enjoy life and love together
Contributed by Max A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@joseluisvilchez8978
Great coat, I love that hat
Maybe that could bring my passion back
What's that I stumbled on?
A pebble lying on my track?
At one time, the moment was mine
The thrill of it was all I saw
But suns rise and they shifted the tides
And the glory days were no more
When you work so had
Say, what's the point in having all that gas?
When you work so hard
Say, what's the point in doing all that jazz?
You say I need help
Because I'm dreaming too much
Because I'm drifting with my mental health
Well, good luck with the natives on that
But I think we might want something else
When you work so had
Say, what's the point in having all that gas?
When you work so hard
Say, what's the point in doing all that jazz?
When you cry your eyes out
Hey come on, baby when's the second chance?
When you cry your eyes out
Hey come on, tell me when it's time to dance
And, oh, the beat goes on
The street so cold
You can't go home alone
No matter how you try, the beat goes
The beat goes on
And, oh, the big bad world
You can't go home alone
The street so cold
No matter how you try, the beat goes
The beat goes on
Can you tell me when it's time to dance?
Can you tell me when it's time?
Someday I'll love what I can't find in you
I need some kinda love worth dancing to
Hey, come on baby, let your hair hang down
I need to find some kinda love
@dingoson1598
The most underrated band in Australia.
@ainz12
On the planet!
@freethinkers-inc.
I fully agree.
@tara-30
This video, this dancer, this music is addictive. I love so much this band. It's music from heavens. Their music is out of this world. Please, don't die, don't fight, don't split. We need you.
@VeraRaponzel
I don't understand how people aren't seeing the beauty in this video. It's brilliant.
I absolutely love all of this
@larsgammius5529
...nothing left to say...
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@gillbates5
I totally agree. But in the year 2021 aliens will make themselves aware to the general public. I was told this in a dream. I don't believe it but I don't have a dream journal and if this turns out to be true I'm happy.
@joyitadarling5815
@@gillbates5 well thank you bryan
@alpabe88
This is the firts song I heart from the Jezabels and I cannot stip listening to this band since then. We need a new album. Though I like Hayley Mary's solo project; The band's sound is unique. Oh! and please come to México :D
@5Pulpy
Me urgen en México desde 2015 xd :c