The Murmurs were an American alternative pop music duo composed of singers/… Read Full Bio ↴The Murmurs were an American alternative pop music duo composed of singers/songwriters Leisha Hailey and Heather Grody. They began performing in 1991 while the duo were both students of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. With their self-released, debut album, Who We Are, the duo quickly attracted a cult following on the East Village club circuit. In 1994, The Murmurs signed with MCA Records. They released their self-titled LP the same year. The duo expanded into a four-woman group in 1997 with the addition of bassist Sheri Ozeki and drummer Sherri Solinger. They released Pristine Smut in 1997 and, a year later, Blender.

Hailey and Grody rejoined in 2001 as a new band entitled Gush. But the band Gush later split up due to Hailey's busy acting schedule.

In 2007 Leisha Hailey started another band called Uh Huh Her with Camila Grey and Alicia Warrington.

As of now Uh Huh Her consists of Leisha Hailey and Camila Grey.

Bad Mood
The Murmurs Lyrics

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If I found a town I'd like to spend the rest of life in ,maybe, I would
If I met a friend I'd like to tell all of my secrets to, maybe I would
If I saw a sea I'd like to swim across, or maybe dip my feet in, I would
If I found a seed I'd like to plant into a tree, maybe I would
If I never seem to understand, my purpose in this promised land
If I come across a man, who'd like take my hand, well I should
If I knew a trip I'd like to take some day, I know I would
I run up and down looking for what I've lost hoping its found

But sunshine doesn't shine all day, nothing seems to go my god damn way
So if I found the right road to go or maybe just to take a stroll,
I know I will
If I find the time to answer questions in my mind I know

I know I will
Yes, I know I will

Overall Meaning

The Murmurs' song "Bad Mood" is a reflection on life and the endless search for purpose and contentment. The lyrics convey a sense of restlessness and discontentment with the status quo, as well as a longing for change and the courage to pursue it.

The song opens with a series of hypothetical scenarios, each representing a different desire or aspiration. The singer muses about the possibility of finding a town to settle down in, a friend to confide in, a sea to swim in, or a seed to plant and nurture into a tree. These yearnings appear to be driven by a deep sense of dissatisfaction with the singer's current situation and a longing for something more.

The second half of the song shifts to a more introspective tone, as the singer reflects on the difficulties of finding one's purpose in life. Despite the challenges, there is a sense of hope and resilience in the lyrics, as the singer expresses a willingness to take risks and explore new paths. Ultimately, the message of the song seems to be that even in the midst of a "bad mood," there is always the possibility of finding joy and fulfillment if one is willing to keep searching.

Line by Line Meaning

If I found a town I'd like to spend the rest of life in, maybe, I would
I can imagine settling down in a town for the rest of my life, and it's a possibility.

If I met a friend I'd like to tell all of my secrets to, maybe I would
If I find someone I trust and feel comfortable with, I might confide in them all my secrets.

If I saw a sea I'd like to swim across, or maybe dip my feet in, I would
If I find myself near the ocean, I would like to either swim across it or just dip my feet in it.

If I found a seed I'd like to plant into a tree, maybe I would
If I come across a seed that can grow into a tree, I might plant it and nurture it to grow.

If I never seem to understand, my purpose in this promised land
Sometimes I feel lost and don't know the reason for my existence in this world.

If I come across a man, who'd like take my hand, well I should
If I meet someone who is willing to guide me and provide support, I should take their hand and follow them.

If I knew a trip I'd like to take some day, I know I would
If I have a desired destination in mind, I am determined to make it a reality.

I run up and down looking for what I've lost hoping its found
I am searching frantically for something I have lost and hoping I find it.

But sunshine doesn't shine all day, nothing seems to go my god damn way
Life is not always perfect, I have bad days and nothing seems to go my way at times.

So if I found the right road to go or maybe just to take a stroll, I know I will
Once I have clarity on the right path, I will follow it without hesitation.

If I find the time to answer questions in my mind, I know I will
When I find the time to reflect and answer my innermost questions, I am confident I will find the answers.

Yes, I know I will
I am certain of my capability to overcome obstacles and achieve my goals.

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