Tullycraft was born out of the ashes of two Harriet Records cult bands: Cra… Read Full Bio ↴Tullycraft was born out of the ashes of two Harriet Records cult bands: Crayon and Wimp Factor 14. Sean Tollefson, Jeff Fell (both of Crayon), and Gary Miklusek (Wimp Factor 14) hooked up in 1995. They are considered to be one of the forefathers of the American twee pop movement

In October 1995, they recorded a batch of songs with Pat Maley at YoYo Studios in Olympia, WA. Out of that first session came the debut single on Harriet Records and an instant indie pop classic - "Pop Songs Your New Boyfriend's too Stupid to Know About". In 1996 they released their full length debut "Old Traditions, New Standards" on Harriet Records. They followed up their first album with singles on labels from Japan, England, Germany, and the USA. They then cemented their cult status by endless touring all over the United States, playing everywhere from house shows to universities, nightclubs to supermarket grand openings.

After a couple guest appearances with the band, Chris Munford (Incredible Force of Junior) joined Tullycraft in 1998. Chris contributed keyboards, 2nd guitar and recording engineering to the 2nd full length album "City of Subarus" on Cher Doll Records. The entire record was recorded at Chris and Jeff's house across the street from a Subaru dealership. After City of Subarus, Tullycraft toured the U.S. one and a half more times and then took an extended break from playing live and recording. The time that followed saw the band mostly on hiatus - only playing festivals, Popfests, and the occasional YoYo-a-GoGo. Gary Miklusek (a founding member) left the band in 1999. At this point Tullycraft's fate was up in the air.

In 2001 Jeff, Chris, and Sean started playing together again and soon began working on new songs. Harold Hollingsworth (Sno*Boy), who had toured with the band between the first two albums (in 1997), was re-recruited to play 2nd guitar on the new material. The result was the 3rd proper full length Tullycraft album: "Beat, Surf, Fun" released on Magic Marker Records. Tullycraft emerged from the extended absence with a batch of great new songs which included yet another indie pop classic "Twee."

On May 3, 2005, Tullycraft released their fourth album, "Disenchanted Hearts Unite". With a new line-up that includes Corianton Hale (taking over for Harold on 2nd guitar) and Jenny Mears on vocals. The album included the indiepop anthems "Our Days In Kansas," "Stowaway" and "Every Little Thing."

On Oct 9 2007, the fifth Tullycraft album, "Every Scene Needs A Center" was released on Magic Marker Records. The album spawned the singles "The Punks Are Writing Love Songs" and "Georgette Plays a Goth."

Pink Lemonade
Tullycraft Lyrics

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Taps on my shoes
Cigarettes are new
Roll, fight, suicide, don't curl up and die
Ask me what you say
I hear what you did
Hurry up and did you fool, too bad you're with Johnny not with me
You're so cute, you could be a model
You're as pretty as pink lemonade

I swear, you're so cute you could be an angel
You're as pretty as pink lemonade and I swear
In your go-go shirt
And your Frankie went to Hollywood, we decided that you would too
And I would say that you could stay if I found out I had a chance with you
You're so cute, you could be a model
You're as pretty as pink lemonade

I swear, you're so cute you could be an angel
You're as pretty as pink lemonade and I swear

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tullycraft’s song Pink Lemonade describe a yearning for someone who is unattainable. The opening lines, “Taps on my shoes, cigarettes are new” set the scene by suggesting a feeling of restlessness and being on the move. The chorus, “You're so cute, you could be a model, You're as pretty as pink lemonade,” is a repetition of a compliment to the subject of the song, emphasizing their beauty and desirability.

The verses paint a picture of the subject’s lifestyle and appearance, with references to their go-go shirt and Frankie Goes to Hollywood style. The line “we decided that you would too” suggests a desire to emulate them, or perhaps to be closer to them. The lyrics “I would say that you could stay if I found out I had a chance with you” express a sense of longing and regret that the singer cannot have what they desire.

Overall, the lyrics of Pink Lemonade convey a sense of longing for someone unattainable, tinged with a sense of regret and frustration.

Line by Line Meaning

Taps on my shoes
The sound of my footsteps as I walk

Cigarettes are new
I have recently started smoking

Roll, fight, suicide, don't curl up and die
I am trying to be strong and live life while overcoming difficult challenges

Ask me what you say
Tell me what you want to say to me

I hear what you did
I know what you have done in the past

Hurry up and did you fool, too bad you're with Johnny not with me
I wish you were with me instead of Johnny, but it's too late now

You're so cute, you could be a model
You are incredibly attractive and could easily be a fashion model

You're as pretty as pink lemonade
You are as beautiful as the sweet, refreshing drink

I swear, you're so cute you could be an angel
You are so gorgeous, it's as if you are a heavenly being

You're as pretty as pink lemonade and I swear
You are truly stunning, and I can't emphasize it enough

In your go-go shirt
You are wearing a trendy, colorful shirt

And your Frankie went to Hollywood, we decided that you would too
We agreed that you are fashionable and stylish, just like the band Frankie Goes to Hollywood

And I would say that you could stay if I found out I had a chance with you
If you were interested in me, I would offer you a place to stay

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