Inspired by guitar pop from the 80's and indie bands from the 90's, The Mary Onettes were successful in releasing one EP with Sony/BMG before being dropped. Their sound has been likened to Echo & The Bunnymen, The Church, The Smiths, The Cure and The Jesus and Mary Chain.
The band were then picked up by the Swedish indie, Labrador, where they released their debut EP Lost. Their 10-track debut album The Mary Onettes was released in 2007, followed by 2009's effort, Islands.
In 2010, the Ekström brothers started a side project entitled Det Vackra Livet who record in their native Swedish language.
Slow
The Mary Onettes Lyrics
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Lets stay out here for a thousand years
Like if we haven't learned to learn
To bring out in the light (out in the light)
I won't change if you won't change
So I need you to fall again
I won't leave if you won't leave
I can't make it on my own
I have a slow heart to speed up
I don't need your history
We won't give up with all our pasts
Its a slow heart to speed up
I don't want your history
We won't give up with all our pasts
Whats in your heart tonight?
Would you let the darkness get inside?
How many broken dreams can show me light? (show me the light)
You know I need, I'll need more time
So I want you to keep in mind
That I'll be gone if you are gone
I can't make it if you run
I have a slow heart to speed up
I don't need your history
We won't give up with all our pasts
Its a slow heart to speed up
I don't need your history
We won't give up with all our pasts
I will give it back to you, now
Slowly goes my heart
We should never be apart
Slowly goes my dreams
How can we forget it all?
I want to do it some more
I want to feel it again
If I end it with you
Oh such a beautiful end
Slowly goes my heart
We should never be apart
Slowly goes my dreams
How could we forget it all?
(Slowly goes my heart, Slowly goes my heart)
Slowly goes my heart (Slowly goes my heart)
Slowly goes my heart (Slowly goes my heart)
Slowly goes my heart (Slowly goes my heart)
Slowly goes my heart (Slowly goes my heart)
The Mary Onettes's song Slow is an emotional and introspective piece that touches on the themes of change, trust, and time. The opening lyrics set the tone for the song, emphasizing a desire for time to stand still and for the moment to last forever. The line "Like if we haven't learned to learn" suggests a longing for a return to an innocent time, free from the complications of the past.
The song continues with a back and forth exchange between two people, with each expressing a need for the other to remain steadfast in their commitment. The repetition of the lines "I won't change if you won't change" and "I won't leave if you won't leave" highlights the importance of mutual trust and understanding in a relationship. The chorus brings together the theme of the "slow heart" - which could represent a reluctance to move forward or a need for patience - with the idea of not being defined by one's past.
The second verse continues the theme of uncertainty and reassurance, with the singer asking if their partner will let the darkness in and questioning if past failures can lead to future success. The line "That I'll be gone if you are gone / I can't make it if you run" shows the importance of the other person being present and supportive. The bridge brings the song to a close, with "Slowly goes my heart" repeated like a mantra, emphasizing the song's themes of time and patience.
Overall, Slow by The Mary Onettes is a heartfelt and introspective song that touches on the complexities and challenges of relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Its only you tonight
I only want to be with you tonight
Lets stay out here for a thousand years
I want us to stay together forever
Like if we haven't learned to learn
We should forget the past and live in the moment
To bring out in the light (out in the light)
We should be open with our feelings
I won't change if you won't change
I won't change who I am if you stay the same
So I need you to fall again
I need you to open up and be vulnerable again
I won't leave if you won't leave
I won't leave you if you promise to stay
I can't make it on my own
I need you by my side
I have a slow heart to speed up
I need time to open up
I don't need your history
I don't care about your past
We won't give up with all our pasts
We won't let our pasts affect our future
Whats in your heart tonight?
What are you thinking and feeling right now?
Would you let the darkness get inside?
Are you willing to let negative emotions affect us?
How many broken dreams can show me light? (show me the light)
Can we find something positive in our failures?
You know I need, I'll need more time
I need more time to work on our relationship
So I want you to keep in mind
I want you to remember
That I'll be gone if you are gone
I can't handle being alone
I can't make it if you run
I need you to stay with me
I will give it back to you, now
I will give my love back to you
We should never be apart
We should always stay together
How can we forget it all?
How can we put our past behind us?
I want to do it some more
I want to continue our relationship
I want to feel it again
I want to feel the love we had
If I end it with you
If we break up
Oh such a beautiful end
It will still be beautiful, even if it ends
Slowly goes my heart
My heart beats slowly
Contributed by Taylor H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.