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.
Distant Doubloon
The View Lyrics
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And Long John Silver is one of the few that Robbie Stevenson could champion even though the man was fake made up the kind you'd never expect to shoot one of their inmates.
The horizontal stripes will lead you to the west
The vertical hill town huns will leave you own back with your tannadiction chest.
The weakest character in this chapter loves dairy, shadows never shone.
I never met a pretty creature who would crumble at the outcome of a cow,
Metaphors are easy just to talk about it, growing up with spacers I can live without
Fifteen holes is never worth a stolen bike just waiting for a different cunt to say what to write.
There will never be a colour in the sea if you don't have no eyes to see so please don't dwell upon your wooden leg, your limp is boring me.
You see your wallpaper was red polluted with lesbian green.
Red was never your colour it was never your team.
Blue it never even crossed your mind because you never flew a flight,
Golden treasure left you blind.
Fifteen holes is never worth a stolen bike your just waiting for a different cunt to say what to write.
There will never be a colour in the sea if you have not eyes to see.
So don't dwell upon your wooden leg, your fucking limp is boring me.
The View's song Distant Doubloon is a tale about characters from Robert Louis Stevenson's infamous novel, Treasure Island. The opening verse is an allusion to Blind Pew, a legendary pirate described by Stevenson's character, Jim Hawkins, as a shadow of a man. The lyrics suggest that Pew has covered the singer in colours of the night to conceal his presence from others at the carnival, but they will never meet him. The next line is a reference to Taggada, a slang term for an Italian gangster who takes "jakeys," or drug addicts, for a ride. Then the chorus mentions Long John Silver, one of the few characters who Robbie Stevenson could champion even though he was fake - the kind of person you'd never expect to shoot one of their inmates.
The second verse is cryptic, filled with metaphorical imagery that's difficult to decipher. One interpretation is that the horizontal stripes lead to the west, which may be a reference to the direction of the setting sun. The vertical hill town huns mentioned may represent a group of ruthless bandits. The weakest character in this chapter loves dairy, shadows never shone suggests someone who's insignificant, and it's unlikely that their story would be remembered since they don't have any interesting qualities. The song then ends with another verse about the futility of chasing after material possessions like stolen bikes and treasure, concluding with the same repeated sentiment of the wooden leg being boring.
Line by Line Meaning
Blind Pew he covers you with colours of the night you'll never meet him in the carnival.
You are being deceived by someone who is using disguises and tricks to avoid confronting you directly.
Taggada takes the Jakeys for a ride.
A manipulator is taking advantage of inexperienced or gullible people for their own gain.
And Long John Silver is one of the few that Robbie Stevenson could champion even though the man was fake made up the kind you'd never expect to shoot one of their inmates.
Someone is being supported even though they are known to be dishonest or untrustworthy. It is surprising that this person would ever face the consequences of their actions.
The horizontal stripes will lead you to the west
Following a certain path or pattern can lead you to a specific destination or goal.
The vertical hill town huns will leave you own back with your tannadiction chest.
A difficult journey will leave you with scars and bruises, but also some valuable lessons or achievements.
The weakest character in this chapter loves dairy, shadows never shone.
Even the most insignificant or vulnerable person can have their own unique traits or interests, but they may also be overlooked or ignored by others.
I never met a pretty creature who would crumble at the outcome of a cow, How come you would tell me farmers never bow.
It is strange to value or prioritize something as simple or mundane as farming or livestock, especially when it does not bring much success or satisfaction.
Metaphors are easy just to talk about it, growing up with spacers I can live without
It is easy to use clever or colorful language to describe something, but it may not always be necessary or meaningful. One can still live without such embellishments.
Fifteen holes is never worth a stolen bike just waiting for a different cunt to say what to write.
Taking risks or breaking rules for a small reward or validation from others is not worth the negative consequences.
There will never be a colour in the sea if you don't have no eyes to see so please don't dwell upon your wooden leg, your limp is boring me.
Being focused on one's physical limitations or handicaps will only limit one's perspective and opportunities. It is better to look beyond such obstacles and embrace life's possibilities.
You see your wallpaper was red polluted with lesbian green. Red was never your colour it was never your team. Blue it never even crossed your mind because you never flew a flight, Golden treasure left you blind.
You have mistaken or misunderstood something important in your life, and your fixation on certain colors or symbols has only clouded your judgment. You have missed out on other opportunities or experiences because of this obsession.
Fifteen holes is never worth a stolen bike your just waiting for a different cunt to say what to write. There will never be a colour in the sea if you have not eyes to see. So don't dwell upon your wooden leg, your fucking limp is boring me.
Repeating the same mistakes or expecting different results from questionable actions will not lead to any progress or growth. It is better to focus on what is in one's control and make the most of it, rather than dwelling on limitations or seeking validation from others.
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Barry Webster
just shows a glimpse of what kyle is capable of with a bit of studio time and a decent producer
Rhydian Jones
Blind Pew he covers you with colours of the night
You'll never meet him in the carnival,
Taggada takes the Jakeys for a ride
And Long John Silver is one of the few that Robbie Stevenson Could champion even though the man was fake
Made up the kind you'd never expect to shoot one of their inmates
The horizontal stripes
Will lead you to the west
The vertical hill town huns
Will leave your own back with your tannadiction chest
The weakest character in this chapter loves dairy
Shadows never shone
I never met a pretty creature who would crumble at the outcome of a cow
How come you would tell me farmers never bow
Metaphors are easy just to talk about it,
Growing up with spacers I can live without
Fifteen holes is never worth a stolen bike
Just waiting for a different cunt to say what to write about
There will never be a colour in the sea
If you don't have no eyes to see
So please don't dwell upon your wooden leg your limp is boring me
You see your wallpaper was red polluted with lesbian green
Red was never your colour it was never your team
Blue it never even crossed your mind
Because you never flew a flight
Golden treasure left you blind.
Fifteen holes is never worth a stolen bike
Just waiting for a different cunt to say what to write about
There will never be a colour in the sea
If you don't have no eyes to see
So please don't dwell upon your wooden leg your limp is boring me
Stuart Winters
Outstanding tune
TheScunneredMan
The 1st 50 seconds aint needed. Reminds me of a Moody Blues album beginning. But song is great arrangement. Lyrics, oh so quirky and clever. Kyle's voice here, is a bit like the sound of Gilbert O'Sullivan's.
John Harvey
INTENET! LISTEN TO THIS SONG
darren clark
@tomgswdsdf you ovi dont no music!!!!!!! " growing up with spacers i can live without" the best line of the song!!!!!
Oli Pagett
Blind Pew he covers you with colours of the night youll never meet him in the carnival. Taggada takes the Jakeys for a ride. And Long John Silver is one of the few that Robbie Stevenson could champion even though the man was fake made up the kind youd never expect to shoot one of their inmates. The horizontal stripes will lead you to the west The vertical Hilltown Huns will leave you own back with your tannadiction chest.