A 4 song 7” E.P. led by the track “I Think I Need You” was released on Elefant Records of Madrid (Camera Obscura, Au Revoir Simone et al), in June 2009.
Their most recent album, Flashbacks mixes their earlier upbeat brit-pop with a repertoire of horns, strings, and background vocals.
The Conversation
The Lodger Lyrics
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Got to keep running
Trying new methods
Got to keep my breath up now
So I understand what I've done
Grab onto something
Keep it all going
In the name of progress
You cannot understand what I've done
It's a funny affair
Trying to address the people
That you don't care about anymore
When the future's banging on
The door
It's a funny idea
Trying to caress the people
That you don't care about anymore
Is it simpler to ignore?
Is there something new that I could bring
To the conversation or something?
I don't want to fall in love
I just want to rise above
Is there something new that I could bring
To the conversation or something?
I don't want to fall in love
I just want to rise above
Something is coming
Got to keep running
Trying new methods
Got to keep my breath up now
So I understand what I've done
It's a funny affair
Trying to address the people
That you don't care about anymore
When the future's banging on
The door
It's a funny idea
Trying to caress the people
That you don't care about
When you're low
And there's nowhere left for you to go
Is there something new that I could bring
To the conversation or something?
I don't want to fall in love
I just want to rise above
Is there something new that I could bring
To the conversation or something?
I don't want to fall in love
I just want to rise above
Is there something new that I could bring
To the conversation or something?
I don't want to fall in love
I don't want to fall in love
Is there something new that I could bring
To the conversation or something?
I don't want to fall in love
No no no...
Is there something new that I could
Bring to the table and another thing
I just want to rise above
Is there something new that I could bring
To the conversation or something?
I don't want to fall in love
I just want to rise above
Something is coming
Got to keep running
The Lodger's "The Conversation" is a reflective piece about trying to bring something new to the table in conversations with people the singer doesn't care about anymore. The song begins with the singer running and trying new methods to keep themselves going, possibly indicating a need for change or progress. The singer acknowledges that there is something they have done that they need to understand, but this is not clarified.
The funny affair that the singer refers to is the irony in trying to address the people they don't care about anymore while the future is knocking on the door. The singer is trying to caress these people or touch base with them in some way, but wonders if it's simpler to just ignore them. The repeated line "Is there something new that I could bring to the conversation or something?" suggests a desire to add value to these interactions but also a frustration with not knowing what to say. The singer doesn't want to fall in love or get emotionally invested in these conversations but rather just wants to rise above.
Overall, "The Conversation" seems to be about the challenges of maintaining steady, meaningful relationships in a changing world. It touches on themes of progress, isolation, and the power dynamic between those who hold the keys to the future and those who don't.
Line by Line Meaning
Something is coming
I sense that change is on the horizon
Got to keep running
I need to stay active and not get complacent
Trying new methods
I'm experimenting with different approaches
Got to keep my breath up now
I need to maintain my energy to keep up with the pace of change
So I understand what I've done
I want to reflect on my past actions and learn from them
Grab onto something
I need to find something to hold onto as I move forward
Keep it all going
I want to maintain my momentum and not lose steam
Try a new focus
I'm exploring a different perspective or goal
In the name of progress
My goal is to move forward and make positive changes
You cannot understand what I've done
Others may not comprehend the actions I've taken or the changes I'm making
It's a funny affair
It's amusingly ironic
Trying to address the people
Attempting to communicate with and engage others
That you don't care about anymore
Without a personal connection or investment in those you're addressing
When the future's banging on the door
When change is imminent and impending
Trying to caress the people
Attempting to comfort or placate others
When you're low
When you're feeling down or struggling
And there's nowhere left for you to go
When you feel stuck or out of options
Is there something new that I could bring
Am I capable of introducing novel ideas or perspectives?
To the conversation or something?
To the discussion at hand or in general?
I don't want to fall in love
I'm not looking for a relationship or emotional attachment
I just want to rise above
I desire to elevate myself and my circumstances
No no no...
I'm opposed to whatever was previously mentioned
Bring to the table and another thing
Introduce a fresh perspective or idea alongside others
Contributed by Elena K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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