The Kooks formed at the Brighton Institute of Modern Music, where they were all students. Lead singer and rhythm guitarist Luke Pritchard, got bassist Max Rafferty involved in a college project, which formed the base of the band. After getting lead guitarist Hugh Harris and drummer Paul Garred involved, they took their name from the song Kooks on the 1971 David Bowie album Hunky Dory. When they tried to trademark the name, they found that in the late/mid 1990s a Swedish band by the same name released an album in Sweden called Too Much is Not Enough.
The Kooks released a debut EP and played gigs around Brighton, where they were based at the time. They were signed to Virgin Records.
2. Swedish indie rock/alternative band - It consisted of members Henrik Berglund, Leo Dahlin, Michael Lohse and Josef Zackrisson, and was active between 1998 and the early 2000's. Micke Lohse and Henrik Berglund are currently members of the band Atomic Swing.
Tesco Disco
The Kooks Lyrics
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Now she don't come around
High on the wire, a beautiful liar
Tesco Disco made me run
For those warm cans in the sun
Now you just order the wine and break out a line
Where did you go, sweet Caroline?
The girl I used to know
Oh, don't you see now
What you're supposed to do?
'Cause you got it bad, sister, the ghosts got the best of you
And, oh, don't you notice no one's looking out for you?
Yeah you got it bad sister, you do
I'm looking out for you
All the boys you brought back home
They'd go out and we get stoned
Just you and I
Laugh 'til we cry
I miss playing computer games
You'd get pissed and call me names
All them coffee stains
Ingrained in my brain
Where did you go, sweet Caroline?
The girl I used to know
Oh don't you see now
What you're supposed to do?
Yeah, you got it bad, sister
The ghosts got the best of you
And, oh, don't you notice no one's looking out for you
Yeah you got it bad sister, you do
I'm looking out for you
I can't follow, I can't follow you down
It's your choice it's your life it's the bed that you lay in tonight
I don't know him, I never did
He's drowning your voice, he's keeping you here
I'm no good at goodbyes
I never was it's time to be leaving because
You don't see now what you're supposed to do
Yeah, you got it bad, sister
The ghosts got the best of you
And oh don't you notice no one looking out for you
Yeah, you got it bad, sister you do
I'm looking out for you
Oh, you got it bad sister, you do
There's nothing I can do
The lyrics to The Kooks's song "Tesco Disco" paint a picture of nostalgia and longing for a past relationship. The song begins with the singer reminiscing about a girl named Caroline who used to be a part of his life but has since disappeared. He describes her as a "beautiful liar" who would often go to Tesco Disco, which seems to be a metaphor for a carefree and joyful time. The mention of "warm cans in the sun" suggests that this was a time of youthful innocence and enjoyment.
As the song continues, the singer expresses concern for Caroline, noting that she seems to be going through a rough patch. He implores her to see that she is not taking care of herself and that the ghosts of her past are affecting her negatively. Despite the distance that has grown between them, the singer still cares for Caroline and wants to look out for her.
In the following verse, the singer reflects on moments shared with Caroline, such as getting high and playing computer games. He mentions the coffee stains ingrained in his brain, symbolizing the memories and experiences they shared together. He continues to wonder where Caroline went and expresses a sense of loss for the girl he used to know.
The chorus reiterates the singer's concern for Caroline and his role in looking out for her. He acknowledges that he may not have all the answers or control over her choices, but he remains steadfast in his support. The bridge of the song suggests that Caroline may be involved with someone else who is drowning out her voice and keeping her trapped.
Line by Line Meaning
She stands there looking down
She is feeling down and doesn't engage with others.
Now she don't come around
She no longer spends time with her friends.
High on the wire, a beautiful liar
She is living dangerously and deceiving others with her beauty.
Tesco Disco made me run
The excitement of going to the Tesco Disco made me want to participate.
For those warm cans in the sun
I was motivated by the prospect of enjoying warm drinks in the sun.
Now you just order the wine and break out a line
Nowadays, you simply order wine and indulge in drugs.
Where did you go, sweet Caroline?
I miss the person you used to be, sweet Caroline.
The girl I used to know
You have changed from the person I once knew.
Oh, don't you see now
You need to realize.
What you're supposed to do?
What actions you should take.
'Cause you got it bad, sister, the ghosts got the best of you
You are deeply affected by your emotions and haunted by your past mistakes.
And, oh, don't you notice no one's looking out for you?
You fail to see that no one is taking care of you.
Yeah you got it bad sister, you do
You are in a difficult situation, sister.
I'm looking out for you
I am watching out for you and trying to protect you.
All the boys you brought back home
All the guys you invited over to your place
They'd go out and we get stoned
They would leave your apartment and we would smoke marijuana
Just you and I
Only you and me
Laugh 'til we cry
We used to laugh so much that it made us cry
I miss playing computer games
I miss the times we spent playing video games
You'd get pissed and call me names
You would get angry and insult me
All them coffee stains
The coffee stains from our cups
Ingrained in my brain
They are deeply embedded in my memory
I can't follow, I can't follow you down
I am unable to accompany you on your current path
It's your choice it's your life it's the bed that you lay in tonight
The decisions you make and the consequences you face are entirely up to you
I don't know him, I never did
I don't know the person you are involved with and I never did
He's drowning your voice, he's keeping you here
He is suppressing your voice and trapping you in this situation
I'm no good at goodbyes
I struggle to say goodbye
I never was it's time to be leaving because
I never had the ability to say goodbye properly, but now it's time for me to leave
You don't see now what you're supposed to do
You are unaware of what you should do now
Yeah, you got it bad, sister
You are in a difficult situation, sister
The ghosts got the best of you
You are allowing your past mistakes and regrets to control you
And oh don't you notice no one looking out for you
You are oblivious to the fact that no one is taking care of you
Oh, you got it bad sister, you do
Oh, sister, you are in a difficult situation
There's nothing I can do
I am unable to help or change the situation
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brandon Friesen, Chris Seefried, Luke Pritchard
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@daspicysausagextra
Started a job at a tesco today, saw the kooks last week, this is the soundtrack of my life
@liamgar25
How is it going with this lockdown?
@oldidlehaven
This song has a nice Stone Roses feel to it
@user-es8gl5eo4d
I listen to this song everytime I go to Tesco
@perritosolar37
PLEASEEEEEE I WANT TO HEAR THIS SONG AT THE CONCERT😭😭😭😭
@aliceruggieri4714
I'm already in love with this album! Thank you Kooks
@No-en4vv
One of my most favourite songs
@urmom-wo5yi
im getting 70's vibes
@koma578
The best song in this album!
I thought fractured and dazed or four leaf clover are the best but this song beats them!
@biancavilichi3515
This band is timeless