From the howling voodoo high priest Gideon Bensen to the Magdeline-esque passion of Isabella Manfredi, the voices in this band stir up a religious fervor that makes you want to drink the kool aid and wait for the spaceship. And after only one year together and the release of a self-titled EP, The Preatures are embarking on a project that flicks the finger to all expectation. Dubbed The 66 Project it sees the band in collaboration with local artists, filmmakers, and producer Tony Buchen (Tim Finn, WIM) to release free music until May 2011.
The band had started with the name; The Preachers, but to make it more original and not to make anyone confused with 60s American band named The Preachers, the band had announced on August 2nd 2012 that their new name would be The Preatures.
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Somebody's Talking
The Preatures Lyrics
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And it's not
I'm coming in, I'm coming in
I'm coming in
And if I listen to this song
It's out on the wait,
Breaking and says
Bringing me back into your show
Now I'm walking away
And somebody's talking
If I ever see you again
I'm going to have to give you something
Then I'll see if
somebody's talking
Don't understand, I'll wake up with somebody
I've got a mind like a mirror that makes no mistake
I got a little bit seeing your face again
Don't make me reason, don't pretend
We'll meet in so I'll look and begin again
On your show
On a physical state
Because somebody's talking
If I ever see you again
I'm going to have to give you something
Then I'll see if
somebody's talking
Don't understand, I'll wake up with somebody
Then I'll see if
somebody's talking
Don't understand, I'll wake up with somebody
Somebody's talking
Somebody's talking
Now I'm walking away
And somebody's talking
If I ever see you again
I'm going to have to give you something
Then I'll see if
somebody's talking
Don't understand, I'll wake up with somebody
Then I'll see if
somebody's talking
Don't understand, I'll wake up with somebody
The lyrics in The Preatures' song "Somebody's Talking" are cryptic but evoke a sense of unrest and yearning. The song opens with the line "Telegraph, coast to coast," which could signify a long-distance communication, possibly broken or interrupted. The singer then declares "I'm coming in," suggesting an attempt to reach someone or something, but it's not clear who or what that might be. There are several references to "your show," which may be a metaphor for a romantic relationship or a performance of some kind. The mention of "breaking" implies that something has been shattered or disrupted, leaving the singer to try and piece it back together.
The chorus repeats the phrase "somebody's talking," which feels like a warning or a taunt, as if the singer is in danger of being exposed or caught out. There is a sense of desperation in lines like "I'm going to have to give you something," as if the singer is willing to do whatever it takes to keep a secret or hold onto a connection. The line "I've got a mind like a mirror that makes no mistake" suggests a clarity of purpose, but the admission that "I don't understand" suggests confusion or uncertainty.
Overall, "Somebody's Talking" is a song that captures the uncertainty and vulnerability of relationships, as well as the lengths we go to in order to protect ourselves and maintain a sense of control.
Line by Line Meaning
Telegraph, coast to coast
Communication is spreading far and wide
And it's not
But it's not reaching me
I'm coming in, I'm coming in
Trying to reconnect
And if I listen to this song
This song is bringing me back to you
It's out on the wait,
It's waiting on the edge
Breaking and says
Bursting forth and declaring
Bringing me back into your show
Leading me back into your life
To your show
To where you are
Now I'm walking away
Leaving you behind
And somebody's talking
Someone is spreading rumors or news about us
If I ever see you again
If we cross paths
I'm going to have to give you something
I'll have to confront you or take action
Then I'll see if somebody's talking
To see if what I've heard is true
Don't understand, I'll wake up with somebody
If I don't understand what's going on, I'll be with someone else
I've got a mind like a mirror that makes no mistake
I have a clear mind that sees things as they truly are
I got a little bit seeing your face again
I became emotional upon seeing you again
Don't make me reason, don't pretend
Don't try to convince me or deceive me
We'll meet in so I'll look and begin again
We'll restart our relationship and move forward
On your show
In your life
On a physical state
In terms of the physical world
Because somebody's talking
Because someone is spreading rumors or news about us
Then I'll see if somebody's talking
To see if what I've heard is true
Somebody's talking
Gossip or news is spreading
Now I'm walking away
Leaving you behind
And somebody's talking
Rumors or news is still spreading
If I ever see you again
If we cross paths
I'm going to have to give you something
I'll have to confront you or take action
Don't understand, I'll wake up with somebody
If I don't understand what's going on, I'll move on with someone else
Then I'll see if somebody's talking
To see if what I've heard is true
Don't understand, I'll wake up with somebody
If I don't understand what's going on, I'll move on with someone else
Writer(s): Jack Moffitt, Luke Davison, Thomas Champion, Gideon Bensen, Isabella Manfredi
Contributed by Samuel Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Brian Carroll
Nothing like geting into a band and really falling in love with them but also knowing they are not together anymore and missing out on seeing them live.... thats where i'm at.... that's why this is on repeat in my house.
ted jones
nothing is forever, enjoy what you have, its still good
Andrés R
What happend with them?
Egos batte and crap like that?
Brian Carroll
@Andrés R not sure of the actual reason. Isabella has gone solo now so it’s nice to see and hear her thrive with her songwriting.
Vaughan Ellen
Ohh I am so sad. That was usually me. But with The Preatures, I had the chance to rock on with my daughter at 'The Enmore' amongst other gigs. Fabulous, I shall never ever forget it
David López
That's my case too 😔. I discoveted them this year and been a fan since then and then I knew they broke up. I hope they get together for a concert, I'll cross they ocean to see them live. Greetings from Perú 🤙
Jordan Appel
Such a refreshing song and one beautifully shot video, gives me some good summer vibes
Apryl Ban
I was at a food festival in Philadelphia and they were performing. They stopped me dead in my tracks. I stayed for the whole set and pulled my siblings over to listen too. Been a fan since!
Dina Hadjitofi
I absolutely am in love with song. I think it sounds electric and makes me want to get up and dance every time I hear it playing on the radio.
caterina
A modern band that composes real music. Thank God, there's hope.