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.
Double Yellow Lines
The View Lyrics
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Chimney smoke you made me look like a joke torrential rain oh no.
You made my mind choke.
Stop signs, oh you're red and white coloured dots in the middle made me realise I'm high as a kite.
Do you think I'll be sleeping on my own tonight?
Double yellow lines by the side of the road,
Yellow lines by the side of the road take me home tonight.
And there's the fire brigade the working class parade,
I chased you down the street.
And with a laugh and a smile you tilted your hat to greet me.
There's the old streetlight that taught me my minds all right, its more important than a fist and a fight.
Do you think I should go home to my mother tonight?
Double yellow lines by the side of the road
Yellow lines will you carry me home
Yellow lines by the side of the road take me home tonight
Are your dreams written on a blackboard in chalk, or are they carved into stone.
Stand in a row
The primary colour
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The yellow and the reds make sense...........
Double yellow lines by the side of the road
Yellow lines will you carry me home
Yellow lines by the side of the road take me home tonight
Double yellow lines by the side of the road
Yellow lines will you carry me home
Yellow lines by the side of the road take me home tonight
The View’s “Double Yellow Lines” is a song about the singer’s experiences and observations while walking the cobbled streets of their hometown. The first verse talks about how the environment around us can teach us valuable lessons. The singer learned that it is not about the number of people we meet, but rather the company we keep. They then describe how the sight of chimney smoke, and the sound of pouring rain made them feel overwhelmed and choked, indicating that the singer was experiencing some sort of emotional turmoil.
The second verse speaks about stop signs, and how they can bring us back to reality. The singer is feeling high and asks the question of whether they will be alone tonight. They then sing about double yellow lines which are often used to indicate no parking or stopping zones. The singer longs to be carried by these lines back home. They describe a person they chased down the street and had a pleasant interaction with. They also mention an old streetlight that helped them understand the importance of peace over conflict. The singer contemplates if they should go home to their mother.
The last verse talks about dreams and implies that having them carved into stone is more meaningful than having them written on a blackboard with chalk, indicating that permanence is more important than temporary ideas. The song ends with the singer repeating their longing to be taken home by the double yellow lines.
Overall, the song seems to be about a young person’s journey of self-discovery and trying to find their place in the world. The lyrics paint a vivid image of the singer's physical and emotional surroundings, suggesting that one's environment does play a big role in shaping their personality and beliefs.
Line by Line Meaning
I was taught a lesson by these cobbled streets that it's the company you keep not the people you meet.
Living on these streets has taught me that it's more important to surround yourself with good company than to simply meet new people.
Chimney smoke you made me look like a joke torrential rain oh no.
When I was with you, all I felt was humiliation and disappointment.
You made my mind choke.
Being around you made my thoughts feel suffocated and my breathing heavy.
Stop signs, oh you're red and white coloured dots in the middle made me realise I'm high as a kite.
The unexpected appearance of those stop signs made me realize that I'm inebriated.
Do you think I'll be sleeping on my own tonight?
I wonder if I'll have to spend the night alone after the choices I've made tonight.
Double yellow lines by the side of the road,
The double yellow lines painted on this street's edge guide us and caution us to stay on the proper path.
Yellow lines will you carry me home,
These yellow lines seem to promise a way back to safety and comfort.
Yellow lines by the side of the road take me home tonight.
I hope that following these yellow lines on my way home will lead me to a place of refuge and rest.
And there's the fire brigade the working class parade, I chased you down the street.
I can hear the sound of the fire brigade and the hard-working parade, and I chased after you through the streets.
And with a laugh and a smile you tilted your hat to greet me.
You greeted me with a cheerful laugh and a smile while tipping your hat in a polite gesture.
There's the old streetlight that taught me my minds all right, its more important than a fist and a fight.
I found comfort in the old streetlight, realizing that it's more valuable to have a peaceful mind than to start a physical altercation.
Do you think I should go home to my mother tonight?
I wonder if it's best to seek comfort and protection with my mother tonight.
Are your dreams written on a blackboard in chalk, or are they carved into stone.
Do you have a firm plan for your dreams, or are they still just ideas floating around without any substance?
Stand in a row
Take your place in line and wait your turn.
The primary colour
Red, yellow, and blue are the primary colors often used in art and design.
The yellow and the reds make sense.
The use of red and yellow in this street marking scheme is logical and meaningful.
Contributed by Andrew Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mac GenericMane
This whole album was a game changer man all fuckin class... saw them only once at titp but was still amazing.. they're my favorite band ever fuckin thanks for the memories u gave me x
noghd
So many quality tunes from this band
NyeBrown94
What a band! the view are on fire!
John Stairmand
love this band great live
Tim
Idk how I found this, I don't even listen to this kind of music, but this shit is good.
Well produced and well written, from one music producer/writer to another.
Nicola Thomson
Amazing track !!!!
iain english
more important than a fist in a fight! love it😉
Tom Groom
The first line of this song is so fucking good man
Ashley Moss
I think this is one of the best tunes on the album.. =]
gspotkentzoom
One of best tunes on album...aswell as temptation dice and glass smash