1. The Rhythm Method are a British indie pop duo formed in a Thameside squat, comprising lyricist/vocalist Joey Bradbury and songwriter/top-liner Rowan Martin. Their music was a series of iPhone demos, then a Soundcloud page, then a band, then a live show - and then the proper releases came: a steady stream of singles since 2016, plus an actual album, How Would You Know I Was Lonely? (2019).
2. The Rhythm Method was was an obscure post-punk outfit from New York who put out the 'Alligators Have Fun' 7-inch in 1979. Both tracks on that release are also featured on the DIY compilation, 'Atomic Shockwaves, Vol. 12'.
Something For The Weekend
The Rhythm Method Lyrics
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Come and see me and you'll never be lonely
Radio Jackie, Radcliffe and Maconie
Look, take your shoes off, clean bonces only
I could be your new best friend (best friend)
General wax, fade and chop
You're Princess Di, I'll be your rock
With something for the weekend
Come on summer girls (summer girl)
Do your worst now
Find a sweet spot in my heart
Hit me where it hurts now (make it hurt)
No one ever looked so good
Never thought that I could hurt (Just a little taste of love)
And then you're mine (Just a little taste of love)
Is it in your eyes? (Just a little taste of love)
You can take your time
Something for the weekend
Saturday night at the movies (saturday night)
Black, white, 3-D, it's the same to me
Won't cost much, take your own food in
You could have a new girlfriend
Caught price bank holiday special
I like to be quite conversational
Just wish I knew more about football
With something for the weekend (weekend)
Come on happy days (happy days)
Know what you mean to me
This childhood renaissance
This teenage fantasy
No one ever looked so good
Never though that I could hurt (Just a little taste of love)
And then you're mine (Just a little taste of love)
Is it in your eyes? (Just a little taste of love)
You can take your time
Something for the weekend
Just a little tidy up, just a little off the sides
(What you want boy?)
Just a little round the ears, just a moment, close your eyes
(What you need boy?)
Just a little something for the weekend, not your life
(What you want?)
It's a haircut, not a disguise
With just a little taste of love
And then you're mine (Just a little taste of love)
Is it in your eyes? (Just a little taste of love)
You can take your time
With something for the weekend
The weekend, the weekend
Something for the weekend
The Rhythm Method's song "Something For The Weekend" exudes a nostalgic and sorrowful mood. It begins with a call to action ("Struck it up boys"), and the lyrics are a varied series of vignettes that depicts loneliness, companionship, happiness, and heartbreak. The song paints a picture of someone dealing with a broken heart who is looking for comfort, company, and something to lift their spirits.
The song's first verse suggests that the singer is a radio DJ who seeks to connect with their audience. The line "Radio Jackie, Radcliffe, and Maconie" refers to two BBC Radio presenters (Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie) and a community radio station based in southwest London called Radio Jackie. The chorus, which is the repetition of the line "Just a little taste of love/ And then you're mine/ Is it in your eyes?/ You can take your time/ With something for the weekend," is the cry of the singer for love and connection of all kinds; it could be a romantic love or a love for life as a whole.
The song's third verse references Princess Diana and assures her that the singer can be her "rock," indicating that they can offer comfort and stability to someone in need. The line "Saturday night at the movies" suggests a potential romantic outing with someone new, while the line "Caught price bank holiday special" implies a thrifty manner of living. Ultimately, the song is an ode to the idea of finding solace in simple pleasures and small joys amidst daily life struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Struck it up boys
Let's get started, guys.
Come and see me and you'll never be lonely
If you spend time with me, you'll always have company.
Radio Jackie, Radcliffe and Maconie
Radio stations the singer enjoys listening to.
Look, take your shoes off, clean bonces only
Please remove your shoes and make sure your head is clean before entering my house.
I could be your new best friend (best friend)
I could be your closest and most trusted friend.
General wax, fade and chop
These are terms associated with haircuts.
Got a repertoire like Sweeney Todd
The singer is skilled at cutting hair, like the famous fictional barber Sweeney Todd.
You're Princess Di, I'll be your rock
You're a beautiful and admired person, and I'll be here for you like a rock.
With something for the weekend
I have something to offer to make your weekend better.
Come on summer girls (summer girl)
Girls who are enjoying the summer, come here.
Do your worst now
Try your best to hurt me.
Find a sweet spot in my heart
Win my affection.
Hit me where it hurts now (make it hurt)
Cause me emotional or physical pain.
No one ever looked so good
You look amazing, better than anyone else.
Never thought that I could hurt (Just a little taste of love)
I never thought I would become so invested in love that it would cause me pain.
And then you're mine (Just a little taste of love)
Once I fall in love with you, you belong to me.
Is it in your eyes? (Just a little taste of love)
Can I see the love you have for me in your eyes?
You can take your time
Don't rush, we have all the time in the world.
Saturday night at the movies (saturday night)
Going to the movies on a Saturday night.
Black, white, 3-D, it's the same to me
No matter what the movie is, I'm happy to watch it.
Won't cost much, take your own food in
It's a cheap date, we can bring our own snacks to the movie theater.
You could have a new girlfriend
Going on a date to the movies could lead to a new relationship.
Caught price bank holiday special
A good deal for a haircut during a bank holiday special.
I like to be quite conversational
I enjoy having conversations with my customers while I cut hair.
Just wish I knew more about football
I wish I was more knowledgeable about the sport of football.
With something for the weekend (weekend)
I have something to offer to make your weekend better.
Come on happy days (happy days)
These are good days, come enjoy them with me.
Know what you mean to me
You're important to me and I value you.
This childhood renaissance
A revival or renewed interest in childhood experiences.
This teenage fantasy
A fantasy from adolescence that is still enjoyable even as an adult.
Just a little tidy up, just a little off the sides
I'll just make a small adjustment to clean you up.
(What you want boy?)
What type of haircut are you looking for?
Just a little round the ears, just a moment, close your eyes
Trust me, it will only take a second.
(What you need boy?)
Do you require anything else?
Just a little something for the weekend, not your life
A small treat for the weekend, not something that will have a major impact on your life.
(What you want?)
What else can I do for you?
It's a haircut, not a disguise
Don't worry, you will still look like yourself afterwards.
With just a little taste of love
Even a small amount of love can have a big impact.
And then you're mine (Just a little taste of love)
Once I fall in love with you, you belong to me.
Is it in your eyes? (Just a little taste of love)
Can I see the love you have for me in your eyes?
You can take your time
Don't rush, we have all the time in the world.
With something for the weekend
I have something to offer to make your weekend better.
The weekend, the weekend
Let's enjoy the weekend together!
Writer(s): ROWAN ALEXANDER MARTIN, JOSEPH SIMEON BRADBURY
Contributed by Allison T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.