1) Status Quo was fo… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two bands named Traffic Jam
1) Status Quo was formed in 1962 under the name "The Scorpions". By 1967, the group had discovered psychedelia and named themselves Traffic, but were soon forced to change it to "Traffic Jam" to avoid confusion with Steve Winwood's Traffic, following an argument over who had registered the name first.
Formed in 1962 by Francis Rossi and Alan Lancaster at Sedgehill Comprehensive School, Catford, along with classmates Alan Key (drums) and Jess Jaworski (keyboards). Rossi and Lancaster played their first gig at the Samuel Jones Sports Club in Dulwich, London. In 1963, Key was replaced by John Coghlan and the band changed name to "The Spectres". They began writing their own material and after a year met Rick Parfitt who was playing with a cabaret band called The Highlights. By the end of 1965, Rossi and Parfitt, who had become close friends, made a commitment to continue working together. On 18 July 1966, The Spectres signed a five-year deal with Piccadilly Records, releasing two singles that year, "I (Who Have Nothing)" and "Hurdy Gurdy Man" (written by Alan Lancaster), and one the next year called "(We Ain't Got) Nothin' Yet" (a song originally recorded by New York psychedelic band The Blues Magoos). All three singles failed to make an impact on the charts. Parfitt joined the band in 1967.
By 1967, the group had discovered psychedelia and named themselves Traffic, but were soon forced to change it to "Traffic Jam" to avoid confusion with Steve Winwood's Traffic, following an argument over who had registered the name first. The band, with newly-joined organist Roy Lynes, secured an appearance on BBC Radio's Saturday Club, but their next single, "Almost But Not Quite There", underperformed.
In late 1967, the group were now officially calling themselves Status Quo, and in January 1968 released the psychedelic-flavoured "Pictures of Matchstick Men". Rick Parfitt was invited to join the band just as the song hit the UK Singles Chart, reaching number seven; "Matchstick Men" additionally became the group's only Top 40 hit in the United States, peaking at number twelve on the Billboard Hot 100. Although Status Quo's albums have been released in the United States throughout their career, they never achieved the same level of success as they have in their home country.
2) Traffic Jam band exists since 1998 and was founded by two gentlemen: Karol Ptach and Wiktor Kurc (www.Graphvic.pl). They create difficult to define music, which is a good blend synth-pop, experimental electronic music, deep-house and electro. They describe their music as a fusion of voice transformation and emotional electronic musical landscapes.
They played concerts with such bands as Swayzak, Skalpel or Tworzywo Sztuczne. Quite recently their number “Montreal” was published on a notable collection of a SITE-REC netlabel, which has not go unnoticed and the number was used by dj Q-Man in his “Night Glow” set that was published in German SUBSOURCE
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Marco Island FL
Traffic Jam Lyrics
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See the rain coming down and the leaves turning brown
Yes I would like to be somewhere out of the cold
This old man said to me heaven would be his choice place to go
To go now
When I was a kid I thought
That heaven was somewhere in Clifton ParkNow I know there's no heaven on this planet but there's
Marco Island Florida
Florida
I want to feel the sun shine down on my skin
I want to feel the wind blowing through my hair
I want to see the trees bowing in the breeze
Sir won't you show me that place like heaven and tell me how to get there
And he said
Just follow your inner voice
And keep working real hard
And if you want to see a place like heaven come to
Marco Island Florida
Florida
Late at night when the sun's gone to bed
And I'm left alone right here in the dark
It slips away to carry on shining for
Marco Island Florida
Yeah Florida
Florida
Someplace close to heaven heaven
Florida
Someplace close to heaven heaven
The lyrics of "Marco Island FL" by Traffic Jam paint a vivid picture of yearning and nostalgia, exploring themes of escapism and the pursuit of happiness. The opening lines set a melancholic tone as the singer looks out at a dreary scene, with rain and brown leaves, suggesting a sense of discontent with their current environment. The mention of the old man talking about heaven serves as a contrast to the singer’s mundane reality, implying that there is a place filled with warmth, vibrancy, and joy that stands in stark opposition to the cold and dreary landscape outside the window. This longing for a better place is universal, as it reflects a human desire to escape from the burdens of everyday life and seek solace in a paradise that feels just out of reach.
As the song progresses, there is a shift from the abstract concept of heaven to a tangible destination: Marco Island, Florida. The singer recalls childhood beliefs about heaven being tied to nearby Clifton Park, which symbolizes a more innocent and simplistic understanding of happiness. However, with the passage of time, this idealized vision evolves, and Marco Island emerges as the new beacon of hope. The juxtaposition of a personal, familiar location with a broader existential realization underscores the complexity of utopian dreams. The mention of "no heaven on this planet" encapsulates a resigned acknowledgment of life's imperfections, yet the yearning for a place that embodies heaven's qualities—warmth, beauty, and tranquility—shines through.
The chorus captures a visceral desire for physical sensations associated with paradise—the warmth of the sun, the breeze in one's hair, and the beauty of nature all come to life through imagery. The singer's plea for guidance to find this "heaven on earth" resonates as a powerful call to action. It invites listeners to reflect on their own aspirations for escape and the strategies they might employ in pursuit of their dreams. The advice from the old man—“follow your inner voice” and “keep working real hard”—serves as a comforting reminder that while external circumstances may be challenging, intrinsic motivation and perseverance are key components in reaching one's personal paradise. This provides a message of hope, encouraging the search for beauty and fulfillment even amid life's ordinary trials.
The final verses bring the narrative to a contemplative solitude during the quiet of nighttime when the sun has set. This evokes a sense of introspection, where the darkness symbolizes not just loneliness but also the potential for new dreams and aspirations to blossom. The recurring mention of Marco Island reinforces its role as a metaphorical oasis—a place that represents a freedom from existential dread, a retreat from life's complexities to a safer, simpler existence. By referring to Florida as "someplace close to heaven," the lyrics encapsulate the essence of yearning for connection to both the physical realm and a metaphorical state of bliss. Ultimately, while the specifics of Marco Island symbolize a particular destination, they also serve to represent an ideal that lies within each person’s reach—an aspiration for happiness, warmth, and fulfillment in the journey of life.
Line by Line Meaning
As I look out of my window
As I gaze through my windowpane
See the rain coming down and the leaves turning brown
Observing the rainfall and the foliage losing its vibrant hue
Yes I would like to be somewhere out of the cold
Indeed, I yearn to escape this chill and find warmth
This old man said to me heaven would be his choice place to go
An elderly man told me that paradise is his preferred destination
To go now
A desire to embark on that journey immediately
When I was a kid I thought
In my childhood, I believed
That heaven was somewhere in Clifton Park
That paradise could be found in Clifton Park
Now I know there's no heaven on this planet but there's
Now I understand that earthly perfection is elusive; however, there exists
Marco Island Florida
Marco Island, Florida, represents that ideal escape
Florida
A place synonymous with warmth and beauty
I want to feel the sun shine down on my skin
I desire the sun's rays warming my skin
I want to feel the wind blowing through my hair
I long to feel the gentle breeze weaving through my hair
I want to see the trees bowing in the breeze
I wish to witness the trees swaying gracefully in the gentle wind
Sir won't you show me that place like heaven and tell me how to get there
Excuse me, could you guide me to that paradise and share the route?
And he said
And he responded
Just follow your inner voice
Simply heed the guidance of your own instincts
And keep working real hard
And persistently apply yourself with effort
And if you want to see a place like heaven come to
And if you seek a paradise-like experience, visit
Marco Island Florida
Marco Island, Florida, is your destination
Florida
This place is Florida
Late at night when the sun's gone to bed
In the late hours when daylight has faded away
And I'm left alone right here in the dark
And I find myself solitary in the shadows
It slips away to carry on shining for
The light retreats, continuing to shine elsewhere
Marco Island Florida
Yet it still illuminates Marco Island, Florida
Yeah Florida
Indeed, it remains Florida
Florida
This is Florida
Someplace close to heaven heaven
A location that feels akin to paradise
Florida
This beloved state is Florida
Someplace close to heaven heaven
A destination that evokes a sense of blissful serenity
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Written by: Christopher Tucker, Robert Müller
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