1. A four-piece indie rock/punk r… Read Full Bio ↴The View is the name of two bands:
1. A four-piece indie rock/punk rock band from Dundee, Scotland.
2. A five-piece alternative pop-rock band from Sydney, Australia, now known as Planet of the Stereos.
1. The View (Dundee, Scotland) have been active in the music scene since early 2005, supporting more renowned acts including Babyshambles, Primal Scream and The Undertones. The band initially based themselves at The Bayview pub in the Menzieshill district of Dundee, not too far from their native Dryburgh. From this pub, the band took their name. Shortly after they moved to The Doghouse, a respected music venue in Dundee's city centre, where they came to the attention of local music promoters, management and ever-growing fan-base. Currently signed to 1965 Records, the band's debut single, "Wasted Little DJs", was released in 2006. The single entered the UK MTV/NME video charts on tthe 9th July 2006 and climbed to top this chart the same day it reached 15 in the UK singles chart on the 13th August 2006. They have recently released their first album, 'Hats Off to the Buskers, which entered the British album chart at number one.
2. The View (Sydney, Australia) formed in March 2005, and now known as Planet of the Stereos, was an indie band. The group were voted the winners of a prominent Australia-wide unsigned artist competition. According to the band, the name change was triggered by a shift in musical direction.
5 Rebbecca's
The View Lyrics
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The way you say that people who are working, they are aiming to be posh, my dear
People flocked around you by the smokeys in our school
Teacher's, they contained all their anger as you regularly broke their rules
And everyone done the pill,
But solvent abuse it can kill
The first taste of heaven there was splattered on your screen
And everyone done the pill,
But solvent abuse can kill
5 Rebecca's, all of them are close to me
One of them's a cock, and one of them does history
One of them's my niece, and one lives close
And the one I love the most has turned into a junkie
So under satisfied with minors at your age
And something so deceiving when you find yourself conceiving on a holy day
So unachievable with minors at your height,
And something so deceiving when you find yourself conceiving on a Sunday night
Everyone done the pill, but solvent abuse can kill
5 Rebecca's, all of them are close to me
One of them's a cock, and one of them does history
One of them's my niece, and one lives close
And the one I love the most has turned into a junkie
Poor Miss. Rebecca, you'll be missed my girl
Wasn't for the treasure you'd be rich my girl
Saved your from the terrier and your so called friends,
Took a back seater but they killed it in the end though,
You're sitting really cozy in your humble black cave
It doesn't seem likely for a girl your age
Us cupid little kids can never look back,
When one of us is lying in a big brown bag
Oh oh oh
Oh oh oh
5 Rebecca's, all of them are close to me
One of them's a cock, and one of them does history
One of them's my niece, and one lives close
And the one I love the most has turned into a junkie
5 Rebecca's, all of them are close to me
One of them's a cock, and one of them does history
One of them's my niece, and one lives close
And the one I love the most has turned into a junkie
I love the dress sense and the colour of your hair
They way you say that people who are working
I can tell you, that's a touch my dear
The lyrics to The View's song "5 Rebecca's" tell the story of multiple individuals named Rebecca who have played significant roles in the songwriter's life. The song begins with a description of one Rebecca's unique dress sense and hair color, as well as her belief that working people aspire to be posh. This Rebecca seems to have been a rebellious figure in school, as she regularly broke rules, causing frustration among teachers. The song then mentions how everyone around them experimented with drugs, particularly pills, but also highlights the dangers of solvent abuse.
The second verse introduces the concept of "5 Rebecca's," indicating that there are multiple individuals named Rebecca who hold importance in the writer's life. One of them is described as a bit of a troublemaker, while another is studying history. The songwriter's niece is also named Rebecca, and one of them lives close by. However, the one that the songwriter loves the most has turned into a junkie, suggesting a heartbreaking and troubling situation.
The third verse addresses another Rebecca who seems dissatisfied with her age and engaged in deceptive behavior, likely referring to engaging in sexual relationships with minors. The lyrics describe the situation as unachievable and deceiving, particularly when conception occurs on a holy or Sunday night. The verse reiterates the dangers of drugs and the potential consequences of such behavior.
The final verse laments the loss of a Miss Rebecca, praising her for her value and potential. The lyrics mention being saved from the troubles of both a terrier and false friends, suggesting that the songwriter was protective and supportive of this Rebecca. However, in the end, despite their efforts, Rebecca ended up in a "big brown bag," likely referring to drug-related demise. The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the closeness and significance of the different Rebecca's in the songwriter's life.
Line by Line Meaning
I love the dress sense and the colour of your hair
I admire your style, both in clothing and the vibrant color of your hair
The way you say that people who are working, they are aiming to be posh, my dear
I appreciate your perspective that people who work hard are striving to improve their social status
People flocked around you by the smokeys in our school
You had a magnetic presence that attracted many people to gather around you in the smoking area of our school
Teachers, they contained all their anger as you regularly broke their rules
The teachers suppressed their frustration as you consistently disregarded the rules
And everyone done the pill, but solvent abuse it can kill
Many individuals were taking pills, but it's vital to remember that solvent abuse can have lethal consequences
The first taste of heaven there was splattered on your screen
You experienced a glimpse of euphoria, displayed vividly on your television screen
Floating with schemers and the part-time Halloweeners and the Lochee team
You associated with manipulative individuals, those who only embraced the spirit of Halloween temporarily, and the Lochee team
So under satisfied with minors at your age
You were discontented with younger individuals when it came to forming connections
And something so deceiving when you find yourself conceiving on a holy day
It's misleading and unsettling when you unexpectedly find yourself becoming pregnant on a sacred day
So unachievable with minors at your height
Forming meaningful relationships with younger individuals seemed unattainable to you
And something so deceiving when you find yourself conceiving on a Sunday night
It's disorienting and deceptive when you discover you're pregnant on a Sunday night
Poor Miss. Rebecca, you'll be missed my girl
My heart aches for Miss Rebecca, as she will be dearly remembered
Wasn't for the treasure you'd be rich my girl
If it wasn't for the challenges she faced, Miss Rebecca could have had a prosperous life
Saved you from the terrier and your so-called friends
I protected you from the harsh treatment and unhealthy relationships with your acquaintances
Took a back seater but they killed it in the end though
I took a passive role, allowing them to take control, but ultimately, their actions led to a tragic outcome
You're sitting really cozy in your humble black cave
You find comfort in seclusion, finding solace in your dark and modest retreat
It doesn't seem likely for a girl your age
It appears improbable for someone of your youth to face such hardships
Us cupid little kids can never look back
We, as innocent young individuals, cannot dwell on the past
When one of us is lying in a big brown bag
It is heartbreaking to face the reality of one of us being deceased and carried away in a large brown bag
5 Rebecca's, all of them are close to me
I have a close connection with five different people named Rebecca
One of them's a cock, and one of them does history
One of the Rebecca's has an arrogant and self-centered personality, while another studies history
One of them's my niece, and one lives close
One of the Rebecca's is my niece, and another resides nearby
And the one I love the most has turned into a junkie
Regrettably, the Rebecca I feel the strongest affection for has succumbed to drug addiction
Writer(s): Kyle Falconer, Kieren Webster
Contributed by Olivia E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Daver2212
2020 and this tune still rocks
@Ninnoization
2021 Update - Still rocks.
@user-gu3rr9my4c
2022 still rocks))
@lucaslennon3789
2023 still rocks
@user-ud1rh9ju8o
2023 September still rocks
@jordidwdw
I Fucking love The View , Every time I listen to them , I feel like I need to start a band..... They Make Me proud to be a Scot ...... The View , The View , The View are fucking on fire
@barrypotter5751
Did you ever get around to starting that band
@WorstWarzonePlayer
2023 🎸💥 💥
@Riohorn90
One of my favorite bands ever since I heard them on IMF back in 2005. Many moons ago. Greetings from Portland, Oregon
@mallcop1315
the worlds most under rated band