He then released two solo albums, 12 Song Program (2010) and Sad Bear (2011), as well as another split album with Joey Cape in 2012, Acoustic Volume 2.
On August 1, 2012 it was announced that he had passed away.
Devonshire and Crown
Tony Sly Lyrics
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And struggle to come up with lyrics
But lately it's honesty that keeps me around
A pint of their best and a seat with a view
This corner looks all too familiar
I just wanna tell you "I love you, I'm safe
On Devonshire and Crown"
This song will be done by the end of this glass
Hey brown eyes, I hope you are sleeping and dreaming of clouds
Here comes another three-dollar cliche
I nod to the barman and he does the same
And again and again and again and again I am down
But so prown
It's summer where you are, it's winter down here
You're sleeping, I'm already boozing
All the cool kids are speaking their minds
But I cannot hear
'Cause people are sounding like white noise these days
They fancy themselves as a critic
But I think of you and it takes me away to a perfect place
Who knows which letter just might be the last
This song will be done by the end of this glass
Hey blue eyes, I hope you are sleeping and dreaming of clouds
Here comes another three-dollar cliche
I nod to the barman and he does the same
And again and again and again and again I am down
But so prown
The song "Devonshire and Crown" by Tony Sly is about a man who is struggling to come up with lyrics for a song. He is sitting in a bar, drinking alone and thinking about his loved one with whom he wishes to express his feelings of love and safety. The song talks about the struggles of keeping true to oneself as an artist and the difficulties of creating something original. The singer reflects on the mundane routines of life, such as going to bars and drinking, and how it can be a source of comfort in moments of loneliness. The lyrics convey a sense of yearning, longing, and the desire for peace and tranquility.
The song is a melancholic reflection on life and the struggles that come with it. The lyrics suggest that in order to create something meaningful, a person needs to be honest and true to themselves. The bar becomes a metaphor for finding solace and inspiration, even in the midst of despair. The chorus of the song, "Here comes another three-dollar cliche, I nod to the barman and he does the same, and again and again and again and again I am down, but so prown," suggests that life can be repetitive and that people often find themselves doing the same things over and over again. However, the singer finds comfort in the repetition because it is familiar and offers a sense of security.
Line by Line Meaning
I picture your face everyday of my life
Everyday, Tony Sly imagines the image of his love.
And struggle to come up with lyrics
Tony Sly struggles to find the right words to tell his love how he feels.
But lately it's honesty that keeps me around
Tony Sly is at a stage in his life where he wants to be truthful about everything.
A pint of their best and a seat with a view
Tony Sly is at a bar with a good view, and enjoys the best beer the establishment has to offer.
This corner looks all too familiar
Tony Sly has been to this bar several times before.
I just wanna tell you "I love you, I'm safe
Tony Sly wants to assure his love that he is safe.
On Devonshire and Crown"
The bar where Tony Sly is located is called Devonshire and Crown.
Who knows which letter just might be the last
It is uncertain when Tony Sly may no longer be able to communicate with his love.
This song will be done by the end of this glass
Tony Sly plans to finish writing this song before he finishes his drink.
Hey brown eyes, I hope you are sleeping and dreaming of clouds
Tony Sly hopes his love is having pleasant dreams.
Here comes another three-dollar cliche
Tony Sly thinks about how many cliches he has heard, probably for the high price of $3.
I nod to the barman and he does the same
Tony Sly acknowledges the bartender's presence, and the bartender nods back.
And again and again and again and again I am down
Tony Sly drinks his beer, becoming more and more intoxicated.
But so prown
Despite Tony Sly's growing intoxication, he is still aware and coherent.
It's summer where you are, it's winter down here
Different seasons are currently being experienced by Tony Sly and his love.
You're sleeping, I'm already boozing
Tony Sly and his love are in different time zones, and he is already drinking while she sleeps.
All the cool kids are speaking their minds
Tony Sly hears opinions from many different people.
But I cannot hear
Despite listening, Tony Sly is not really processing the opinions of others.
'Cause people are sounding like white noise these days
Tony Sly feels like everyone sounds the same and they all blend together, much like white noise.
They fancy themselves as a critic
Many people give their opinions without prompting, and think of themselves as critics.
But I think of you and it takes me away to a perfect place
Tony Sly's love is a source of solace and happiness for him.
Hey blue eyes, I hope you are sleeping and dreaming of clouds
Tony Sly hopes his love sleeps well and has good dreams.
Here comes another three-dollar cliche
Tony Sly overhears another cliche.
I nod to the barman and he does the same
Tony Sly acknowledges the bartender again.
And again and again and again and again I am down
Tony Sly continually drinks beer, getting drunker with every round.
But so prown
Despite getting more intoxicated, Tony Sly remains in control and alert.
Writer(s): tony sly
Contributed by Ethan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Barker
Aku membayangkan wajahmu setiap hari dalam hidupku
I picture your face everyday of my life
Dan berjuang untuk membuat lirik
And struggle to come up with lyrics
Tapi akhir-akhir ini kejujuranlah yang membuatku bertahan
But lately it's honesty that keeps me around
Pint yang terbaik dan kursi dengan pemandangan
A pint of their best and a seat with a view
Sudut ini terlihat terlalu familiar
This corner looks all too familiar
Aku hanya ingin memberitahumu "Aku mencintaimu, aku aman
I just wanna tell you "I love you, I'm safe
Di Devonshire dan Mahkota"
On Devonshire and Crown"
Siapa yang tahu surat mana yang mungkin menjadi yang terakhir
Who knows which letter just might be the last
Lagu ini akan selesai pada akhir gelas ini
This song will be done by the end of this glass
Hei mata coklat, aku harap kamu tidur dan memimpikan awan
Hey brown eyes, I hope you are sleeping and dreaming of clouds
Ini dia klise tiga dolar lainnya
Here comes another three-dollar cliche
Saya mengangguk ke bartender dan dia melakukan hal yang sama
I nod to the barman and he does the same
Dan lagi dan lagi dan lagi dan lagi aku down
And again and again and again and again I am down
Tapi begitu sombong
But so prown
Ini musim panas di mana Anda berada, ini musim dingin di sini
It's summer where you are, it's winter down here
Kamu tidur, aku sudah mabuk
You're sleeping, I'm already boozing
Semua anak keren mengungkapkan pikiran mereka
All the cool kids are speaking their minds
Tapi aku tidak bisa mendengar
But I cannot hear
Karena orang-orang terdengar seperti white noise akhir-akhir ini
'Cause people are sounding like white noise these days
Mereka menganggap diri mereka sebagai kritikus
They fancy themselves as a critic
Tapi aku memikirkanmu dan itu membawaku ke tempat yang sempurna
But I think of you and it takes me away to a perfect place
Siapa yang tahu surat mana yang mungkin menjadi yang terakhir
Who knows which letter just might be the last
Lagu ini akan selesai pada akhir gelas ini
This song will be done by the end of this glass
Hei mata biru, aku harap kamu tidur dan memimpikan awan
Hey blue eyes, I hope you are sleeping and dreaming of clouds
Ini dia klise tiga dolar lainnya
Here comes another three-dollar cliche
Saya mengangguk ke bartender dan dia melakukan hal yang sama
I nod to the barman and he does the same
Dan lagi dan lagi dan lagi dan lagi aku down
And again and again and again and again I am down
Tapi begitu sombong
But so prown
Randy Webb
The most honesty I've heard in a songwriter in decades. Your music and words will live on forever man. I say fuck resting in peace soar like an eagle!!!
Forewarned2
90's punk....the greatest....it'll never be replicated.....RIP
andy taff
Brings a tear every time...
Scott Stackhouse
i listen to tony as much as i can rip
Bird Rustler
Wow... Thank you Tony.
Barker
Aku membayangkan wajahmu setiap hari dalam hidupku
I picture your face everyday of my life
Dan berjuang untuk membuat lirik
And struggle to come up with lyrics
Tapi akhir-akhir ini kejujuranlah yang membuatku bertahan
But lately it's honesty that keeps me around
Pint yang terbaik dan kursi dengan pemandangan
A pint of their best and a seat with a view
Sudut ini terlihat terlalu familiar
This corner looks all too familiar
Aku hanya ingin memberitahumu "Aku mencintaimu, aku aman
I just wanna tell you "I love you, I'm safe
Di Devonshire dan Mahkota"
On Devonshire and Crown"
Siapa yang tahu surat mana yang mungkin menjadi yang terakhir
Who knows which letter just might be the last
Lagu ini akan selesai pada akhir gelas ini
This song will be done by the end of this glass
Hei mata coklat, aku harap kamu tidur dan memimpikan awan
Hey brown eyes, I hope you are sleeping and dreaming of clouds
Ini dia klise tiga dolar lainnya
Here comes another three-dollar cliche
Saya mengangguk ke bartender dan dia melakukan hal yang sama
I nod to the barman and he does the same
Dan lagi dan lagi dan lagi dan lagi aku down
And again and again and again and again I am down
Tapi begitu sombong
But so prown
Ini musim panas di mana Anda berada, ini musim dingin di sini
It's summer where you are, it's winter down here
Kamu tidur, aku sudah mabuk
You're sleeping, I'm already boozing
Semua anak keren mengungkapkan pikiran mereka
All the cool kids are speaking their minds
Tapi aku tidak bisa mendengar
But I cannot hear
Karena orang-orang terdengar seperti white noise akhir-akhir ini
'Cause people are sounding like white noise these days
Mereka menganggap diri mereka sebagai kritikus
They fancy themselves as a critic
Tapi aku memikirkanmu dan itu membawaku ke tempat yang sempurna
But I think of you and it takes me away to a perfect place
Siapa yang tahu surat mana yang mungkin menjadi yang terakhir
Who knows which letter just might be the last
Lagu ini akan selesai pada akhir gelas ini
This song will be done by the end of this glass
Hei mata biru, aku harap kamu tidur dan memimpikan awan
Hey blue eyes, I hope you are sleeping and dreaming of clouds
Ini dia klise tiga dolar lainnya
Here comes another three-dollar cliche
Saya mengangguk ke bartender dan dia melakukan hal yang sama
I nod to the barman and he does the same
Dan lagi dan lagi dan lagi dan lagi aku down
And again and again and again and again I am down
Tapi begitu sombong
But so prown
DbetsR
Smokin' one in memory of you Tony.
T P
Oh actually, it is a word, I checked it before i posted the lyrics. :) Quoting it: A facial expression of someone who tries to pretend they are happy, but are actually sad. A prown may happen when one loses a race and everyone is congratulating them, even though they know they've let the team down. It is put together by the words, frown and proud. Guy1: Hey nice race there Guy2, too bad you came last. Guy2: *prowns* yeah, I'm glad I ended up doing it.
chris weaver
We miss you tony
Hugo Hormazabal Roa
You are genius dont forget you.