The band are currently signed to Heavenly Records, and their self-titled debut album was released on 13 June 2005. Singles from that album have included Forever Lost, Love Me Like You, Love's A Game and I See You, You See Me. Later on that year they recorded a new song, Gone are the Days, used on the War Child charity album Help! A Day in the Life
In 2005 they supported Athlete, Doves, and Brian Wilson, and played the Glastonbury Festival to a fantastic reception. August saw the band play at the dual-venue V Festival in Chelmsford and Staffordshire and Leicester's Summer Sundae.
The band have since released their second album, Those The Brokes in November 2006, and the Undecided EP in September 2007.
Oh Sister
The Magic Numbers Lyrics
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You know, yes I will ...
Wish I, wish I was a piece, but never a pawn
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
The sun, the sun it shines
The light, the light is just mine
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
Love it lies our way
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
Love it lies our way
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
Love it lies our way
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
The Magic Numbers have always had a way with words and their song "Oh Sister" is no exception. On first listen, the song may be interpreted as a simple ode to sisterhood, but upon closer inspection, the lyrics reveal a deeper meaning. The song seems to be about wanting to be independent, yet also needing someone to love and support you. The opening lines, "You never know, yes I will" could be interpreted as the singer being unsure of their own direction but also determined to find their way. The line "Wish I was a piece, but never a pawn" suggests the singer wants to be their own person, but not at the expense of others.
The chorus of the song, "Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm, love it lies our way" seems to be directed towards a specific sister, perhaps a sibling or a close friend. The line "love it lies our way" suggests that despite any conflicts or differences, love will always find a way to bring people together. The verse "The sun, the sun it shines, the light, the light is just mine" reinforces this idea, as if to say that everyone has their own path in life, but love is what keeps us connected.
Overall, "Oh Sister" is a beautiful, heartfelt song about the complexities of relationships and the need for love and support in life.
Line by Line Meaning
You know, you never know
Life is unpredictable and full of mystery
You know, yes I will ...
Despite the uncertainty, I will continue on
Wish I, wish I was a piece, but never a pawn
I want to be strong and autonomous, not a mere pawn in someone else's game
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
I have no ill intentions towards you, my sister
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
Again, I promise you, I mean no harm
The sun, the sun it shines
The world is a beautiful and bright place
The light, the light is just mine
I have my own unique perspective and experience
Hang on, listen, hang on, listen
Pay attention, something important is happening
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
Once more, I reassure you that I am not a threat
Love it lies our way
We will encounter love and emotion in unexpected places
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
Again and again, I emphasize that I have no ill intent towards you, my sister
Love it lies our way
Love is unpredictable and will come unexpectedly
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
Once more, I reassure you that I have no harmful intentions
Love it lies our way
The journey of life is full of love and emotion
Oh Sister, I don't mean you no harm
One final declaration of non-violent intent towards my sister
Contributed by Keira G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.