The story actually begins deep in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, where band member Nick Krill was rummaging through the personal effects of his late grandfather, the guitar player Roy Spinto. For years, Roy had penned lyrics on the inside of Cracker Jack boxes, and in one simple juxtaposition of time and fate, Nick found the lyrics that would inspire the creation of the Spinto Band. And they hit the ground running. The energy was undeniable, and it wasn't long before Jon Eaton, Thomas Hughes, Nick Krill, Joe Hobson, Sam Hughes, Jeff Hobson and Albert Birney (who has since left the band to pursue the visual arts) found themselves with a massive musical proliferation at hand.
Eight years and seven self-released albums later, the Spinto Band is in the prime vein of musical prowess. Utilizing an indie-pop sensibility that brings to mind the Flaming Lips and Pavement, their songs can send you careening into the heights of lysergic bliss or provide the catchiest vibes to shake your tail feather to. Either way, this six-piece outfit has the goods to deliver us all from the doldrums of banality.
Currently teamed up with Nashville producing duo, Robin Eaton and Lij (of Alex the Great recording studios), and preparing a May release through Bar-None Records, the band's sound exudes a finesse that belies their youth (their ages range from 20-25). With rich, textured guitars, and multiple-part vocal harmonies, the Spinto Band's repertoire is a maelstrom of indie perfection. It's quirky, energetic, radiant, and aptly engaging.
The Spinto Band has performed with such acts as the Trachtenberg Family Slideshow Players, and Of Montreal. It's an inevitable transgression beyond the words on this page; the Spinto Band excels. Thank you, Roy.
Excuse Me
The Spinto Band Lyrics
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That got me, a little out of control, and I've been counting in the corner for to settle my soul
Well I know, though the time may be short, before I'm fending off another on his own approach
I'll go slow, but I don't mean to impose, so if you heard this before, just say so
Now I can see that you shine, sh-shine, sh-shine
I'm not just giving you a line, l-line, l-line
So if you give me some time, t-time, t-time
Excuse me, now but you look a bit bored, and so I'm guessing what you're getting out of life could be more
So let's see, now it's a quarter to four, you hit the floor I'll get the door and we can make it for sure
To this place, I know a ways up the shore, it never closes and who knows it may be faces galore
I'll go slow, but if you need to take hold, just wrap your arms tight around my torso
Now I can see that you shine, sh-shine, sh-shine
I'm not just giving you a line, l-line, l-line
So if you give me some time, t-time, t-time
I'm gonna make you mine, m-mine, m-mine
Excuse me, but really who is he? Draw the curtain on that person, there's not room for three.
Excuse me, but is your calendar free? Because I'm thinking that there's somewhere else you'd rather be.
Excuse me, but here's an idea, take a seat right here and you just wait and see, uh!
Excuse me, but do you feel what I feel? I know it's seeming that I'm being extreme...
Now I can see that you shine, sh-shine, sh-shine
I'm not just giving you a line, l-line, l-line
So if you give me some time, t-time, t-time
I'm gonna make you mine, m-mine, m-mine
The song "Excuse Me" by The Spinto Band is a flirtatious and upbeat love song about a man who tries to win over a woman he is interested in. In the first verse, the singer is smitten by the woman's cute nose wiggle, which sets off his desire to get to know her better. He is aware of the possibility of competition and therefore decides to take it slow and gauge her interest before making a move. However, he is confident in his attraction to her and sets his sights on making her his own.
The second verse takes a more proactive approach, with the singer trying to engage the woman by addressing her seeming lack of enthusiasm in her current life. He suggests they go somewhere more exciting and offers to take her to a place he knows up the shore. He assures her that he is more interested in her emotions and not just paying her lip service. The chorus is a repetitious expression of his desire to make it happen with her, culminating in his confidence that he can indeed win her heart.
The last verse is where he lays his cards on the table and asks her if she feels the same way. He suggests that she forget about the other guy and gives her the option of being with him instead. He urges her to take a chance on him and "wait and see" how things work out. The final chorus is a reiteration of his romantic intentions and his belief that he can make a real connection with her.
Line by Line Meaning
Excuse me, I know that it may be bold, but there was something in the way that you just wiggled your nose
I'm sorry to interrupt, but I couldn't help but notice how charming you were when you wiggled your nose.
That got me, a little out of control, and I've been counting in the corner for to settle my soul
I was so taken aback and couldn't control my excitement, so I've been trying to calm down in the corner.
Well I know, though the time may be short, before I'm fending off another on his own approach
I understand that I need to act fast before someone else tries to approach you.
I'll go slow, but I don't mean to impose, so if you heard this before, just say so
I don't want to come on too strong, and if you're not interested, please let me know.
Excuse me, now but you look a bit bored, and so I'm guessing what you're getting out of life could be more
I'm sorry to say, but you appear a bit disinterested with your current situation, and I think you deserve more.
So let's see, now it's a quarter to four, you hit the floor I'll get the door and we can make it for sure
It's still early and there's plenty of time for us to go out and have some fun, I'll take care of everything.
To this place, I know a ways up the shore, it never closes and who knows it may be faces galore
I know of a place nearby that's always open, and there may be plenty of interesting people there that we can meet.
I'll go slow, but if you need to take hold, just wrap your arms tight around my torso
I'll take things at your pace, but if you need a little support, I'm here for you.
Excuse me, but really who is he? Draw the curtain on that person, there's not room for three.
I can't help but wonder who that other guy is, but there's not enough space in this situation for both of us to compete.
Excuse me, but is your calendar free? Because I'm thinking that there's somewhere else you'd rather be.
I apologize for being forward, but I can't help but think that there's another place you'd rather be right now.
Excuse me, but here's an idea, take a seat right here and you just wait and see, uh!
I have a suggestion, why don't you sit down here and see what happens? It might be worth your while.
Excuse me, but do you feel what I feel? I know it's seeming that I'm being extreme...
I'm sorry if I'm coming on too strong, but I can't help how I feel, and I'm wondering if you feel the same way.
Now I can see that you shine, sh-shine, sh-shine
Now that I'm giving you my full attention, I can see how special you are and how much you shine.
I'm not just giving you a line, l-line, l-line
I'm not just saying these things to impress you, I truly mean them.
So if you give me some time, t-time, t-time
If you're willing to give me a chance and spend some time with me, I promise it'll be worth it.
I'm gonna make you mine, m-mine, m-mine
I want to make you mine and create something special between us.
Contributed by Amelia M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.