The Wrens are known for their explosive stage presence, despite each member being well past 35, and are steadily gaining a fanbase across the world. Their debut album, "Silver", was released in 1994 to a moderate degree of critical acclaim. However, it was their second LP, "Secaucus" (named in reference to the town in New Jersey where they resided), that established them as one of the top bands on the indie rock scene. Both of these albums were released on the now defunct Grass Records label.
After the release of "Secaucus", Grass Records came under new ownership, who decided to make The Wrens the flagship band of the label. After the band turned down a million-dollar contract stipulating that the band record more "radio friendly" songs, The Wrens were dropped by Grass Records. "Silver" and "Secaucus" were only recently reissued in 2006 after years out of circulation because of this.
Hindered by their label issues through much of the 1990s, the Wrens managed only to release one EP, "Abbott 1135", in 1997 under the label Ten23 Records. The band's third full-length album, "The Meadowlands", finally surfaced in late 2003 (seven years after the release of "Secaucus") under Absolutely Kosher Records to enormous critical acclaim, topping critics' polls for the following two years and suddenly jump-starting an otherwise plateauing career.
The Wrens are currently being filmed for a documentary by the production company Little Quill, and are working on another LP and a re-recording of Abbott 1135.
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2) The Wrens were a doo-wop and R&B band from the Morrisania section of the Bronx in New York City. They are best-known for their song "Come Back My Love."
The Wrens first started singing together in 1954 and were comprised of lead singer Bobby Mansfield, George Magnezid (tenor), Francis "Frenchie" Concepcion (tenor), and James "Archie" Archer (bass). They admired the artists such as the Clovers, the Ravens, the Orioles, the Mills Brothers, Nat King Cole and Louis Jordan.
The Wrens were known best for their smooth, elegant harmony singing, and had a somewhat harder R&B edge than many similar groups at the time. Unfortunately, only six singles were offically released before Bobby Mansfield left the group in 1956 for a solo career. The Wrens were inducted into the United Group Harmony Association's Hall of Fame in 1998.
3) The Wrens are also a french indie folk band.
4.) The Wrens are also a family of birds, which may be scrobbled by those listening to recordings of bird songs.
Luxury
The Wrens Lyrics
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to not know reality
and god is a luxury
that i can't afford
what am i supposed to do
when everyone has given up on you
from here on in you are
considered a memory
left that you don't know
The Wrens's song "Luxury" is a poignant reflection on the struggles of life and the cost of faith. The opening line, "I'm not rich enough to not know reality," speaks to the idea that living in luxury or being able to ignore the harsh realities of life is a privilege that many cannot afford. The following line, "God is a luxury that I can't afford," suggests that the singer may not have the resources or stability to devote to religious belief. This creates a sense of desperation and a feeling of being caught between a harsh reality and unattainable hope.
The chorus of the song reinforces this sense of abandonment and sadness, as the singer asks, "What am I supposed to do when everyone has given up on you?" The idea of being alone in the midst of adversity is a recurring theme in the song, as the singer laments that they are now "considered a memory." This creates a sense of loss and longing, as well as the idea that the singer is struggling to find a place in the world where they belong.
Overall, "Luxury" is a touching and emotional song that touches on themes of faith, loss, and the fragility of the human experience. The Wrens illustrate these themes with skill and sensitivity, creating a powerful and thought-provoking piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
i'm not rich enough
I don't have enough wealth or resources
to not know reality
so I'm aware of the true state of things
and god is a luxury
Believing in a higher power is a privilege
that i can't afford
which I can't experience or indulge in
what am i supposed to do
What course of action should I take
when everyone has given up on you
when people have abandoned or lost faith in you
from here on in you are
As of this point you are
considered a memory
only a recollection or reminder of the past
do i have anything
Is there anything I possess
left that you don't know
that you're not already aware of
Contributed by Ryan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.