Gwenno and Ani Saunders were singers in the group with Gwenno occasionally taking to the keyboard.
The Pipettes, at that time consisting of Julia Clark-Lowes, Rose Elinor Dougall, and Becki Stephens and their backing band, The Cassette, formed at a seaside party in Brighton in 2003 and entertained audiences with their trademark polka dot dresses, doowop anthems and choreographed hand movements.
Their first major single, Dirty Mind, reached #61 in the UK singles charts with the follow-up, Your Kisses Are Wasted on Me, reaching #35 in April 2006. Their album, We Are the Pipettes, was released on 17th July including the new single, Pull Shapes which reached #26 in the UK Top 40 Singles Chart, after being released on 3rd July. We Are the Pipettes reached #41 in the album charts after its first week of release. Judy was the 4th single to be released from We Are the Pipettes; it failed to reach the UK Top 40, coming in at #46. However, it did reach #1 on the Indie Chart.
In 2005, The Pipettes completed successful headline tours in the UK and Europe, as well as high-profile support slots with The Magic Numbers, Graham Coxon, British Sea Power and The Go! Team, that has won them fans in high places including Radio One DJ Huw Stephens, and Radio 2's Mark Radcliffe.
A very small tour of America took place in early 2007; every show played was sold-out, culminating in six successful showcases at SXSW 2007. A tour of the UK and Europe in April and May 2007 was followed by a tour across north america, coinciding with the release of the EP Your Kisses are Wasted on Me in the US which reached #5. Through summer 2007 they played a number of festivals in Europe and Japan. October saw a tour of North America, although delayed by visa difficulties, along with the US launch of We Are The Pipettes, including two new songs. A Japanese launch followed with a Japanese tour in December, and 2008 was seen in by the band with a mini-tour in Australia.
In February 2008, Gwenno and Becki appeared at several events without Rose, namely a DJ set in Glasgow and three gigs with Mark Ronson in Brighton and London, leading to speculation that he would be producing their second album.
On April 18th 2008, The Pipettes announced the departure of Rose and Becki, meaning that the group now featured none of the original singers. They were replaced with Ani (Gwenno's sister) and a BRIT School graduate, Anna McDonald. They also reported they were currently demoing twenty to twenty-five new songs with a view to recording their second album in the summer of 2008.
The new lineup made its debut at Corsa Presents Bandstand with Mark Ronson on May 3rd 2008. The band performed Because It's Not Love (But It's Still A Feeling).
On November 12th 2008, the band announced another departure; this time of Anna, who had only been in the band for seven months. Anna's unexpected decision to leave and concentrate on her songwriting meant the band had to cancel their appearance at Sŵn Festival.
On February 11th 2009, the band posted a video blog on their website to introduce the newest Pipette, Beth Mburu-Bowie. With Beth, they are currently finishing work on their second album.
Previous members of the band include Julia Clark-Lowes (now of The Indelicates), Rose Elinor Dougall, Becki Stephens, Joe van Moyland (now of Joe Lean and the Jing Jang Jong) and Anna McDonald.
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From Today
The Pipettes Lyrics
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Take me under your wing
All those times you'd show me music
And tell me where to begin
I'm sorry but I've had enough
You're breaking my heart
I'll take it all on board but I have to
Whatever I do, whatever I say
I know that I'm no longer afraid
Been messing around all over this town
I'm over it now as from today
Let me tell you what I'm made of
'Cause you don't seem to know
As you insist on reminiscing
I should lead and you'll follow
If I shout out loud enough
You're sure to figure me out
I will make my way up to the top
And I'll wave right back down at you
Whatever I do, whatever I say
I know that I'm no longer afraid
Been messing around all over this town
I'm over it now as from today
Whatever I do, whatever I say
I know that I'm no longer afraid
Been messing around all over this town
I'm over it now as from today
Baby, baby, please understand
I know you love me but I just don't need your hand
It's everything you want
It's everything I need
Whatever I do, whatever I say
I know that I'm no longer afraid
Been messing around all over this town
I'm over it now as from today
Whatever I do, whatever I say
I know that I'm no longer afraid
Been messing around all over this town
I'm over it now as from today
I'm over it now as from today
I'm over it now as from today
I'm over it now as from today
You thought you'd try and help me
Take me under your wing
All those times you'd show me music
And tell me where to begin
I'm sorry but I've had enough
You're breaking my heart
I'll take it all on board but I have to
Go right back to the start
The Pipettes' song "From Today" speaks to the experience of finally standing up for oneself and breaking free from the constraints and expectations of others. The lyrics describe a relationship in which one person has taken it upon themselves to guide and mentor the other, showing them the way to pursue their passions and interests. However, the singer has ultimately decided that this guidance has become overbearing and stifling, asserting their independence and declaring that they are ready to go their own way.
The chorus emphasizes the singer's newfound freedom and confidence, declaring that they are "no longer afraid" and tired of "messing around all over this town." They are ready to take control of their own future and pursue their own dreams, rather than following the lead of someone else. The song ends with a repetition of the opening lines, highlighting the tension and heartbreak that can arise when two people have different expectations for a relationship.
"From Today" is a powerful statement of independence and self-assertion, reminding listeners that sometimes it is necessary to break free from the expectations of others in order to pursue one's own goals and passions.
Line by Line Meaning
You thought you'd try and help me
You attempted to aid me
Take me under your wing
Offer me guidance
All those times you'd show me music
The instances where you introduced me to music
And tell me where to begin
And instruct me how to start
I'm sorry but I've had enough
I apologize but I cannot accept more of your help
You're breaking my heart
Your actions are causing me emotional pain
I'll take it all on board but I have to
I will listen to your advice but must make my own decisions
Go right back to the start
Return to the beginning
Whatever I do, whatever I say
No matter my actions or words
I know that I'm no longer afraid
I am now unafraid
Been messing around all over this town
I have been exploring many things in this area
I'm over it now as from today
I am finished with it starting today
Let me tell you what I'm made of
Allow me to explain my capabilities
'Cause you don't seem to know
Because you appear to be unaware
As you insist on reminiscing
Since you continue to focus on the past
I should lead and you'll follow
I must take the lead and you should follow my direction
If I shout out loud enough
When I vocalize effectively
You're sure to figure me out
You will understand me
I will make my way up to the top
I will advance to the highest point
And I'll wave right back down at you
And I will gesture to you as I succeed
Baby, baby, please understand
My dear, please comprehend
I know you love me but I just don't need your hand
I acknowledge your care for me but I do not require your assistance
It's everything you want
It is what you desire
It's everything I need
It is what I require
I'm over it now as from today
I am finished with it starting today
I'm over it now as from today
I am finished with it starting today
I'm over it now as from today
I am finished with it starting today
You thought you'd try and help me
You attempted to aid me
Take me under your wing
Offer me guidance
All those times you'd show me music
The instances where you introduced me to music
And tell me where to begin
And instruct me how to start
I'm sorry but I've had enough
I apologize but I cannot accept more of your help
You're breaking my heart
Your actions are causing me emotional pain
I'll take it all on board but I have to
I will listen to your advice but must make my own decisions
Go right back to the start
Return to the beginning
Contributed by James E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.