Through frantic gigging and the release of a few choice 7" singles, Turn started to earn a name for themselves and soon found themselves signed to Infectious Records. Their debut album, Antisocial, soon followed and Turn looked to be on their way to stardom. Infectious, however, were not too interested in releasing any singles from the album and Turn soon found themselves in record company limbo once again.
With their schedule clear, Turn hit the road again playing gigs to get funds for more recording. The In Position EP was the fruit of these labours, a six track snapshot on their own Nurture label in March 2002 which was a taster of what was to come. A double a-side Another Year Over/Summer Song was released in July 2002 with the single going Top 30 in Ireland in its first week. However, Turn's luck was soon to catch up with them again as bassist Gavin Fox left to join Idlewild. His last gig with Turn was on New Year's Eve 2002.
Gavin's place was filled by ex-Skindive bassist Alan Lee and recording continued for Turn's second album Forward which was released in May 2003. The album entered the charts at number 16 and became one of the most popular Irish albums of the year. They continued touring through 2003 and 2004. More bass trouble hit when Alan Lee left and Ollie held open auditions in Dublin for a new bassist. Ciaran Kavanagh of The Rags soon joined up. In the meantime, Turn signed on with Setanta Records and began work on their third album.
Turn's third album, eponymous titled, was released in Ireland in September 2005 and entered the Top 30 in its first week. It is due for release in the UK in early 2006. It was short listed for the inaugural Music Choice Award, an industry award to promote quality Irish Musicians/Bands, and the album was also nominated for a Meteor, while Turn were nominated for "Best Irish Band". They lost on both counts to U2, while the Music Choice Award went to Julie Feeney.
In December 2005 Gavin Fox rejoined for a series of gigs.
On 18th July 2006, Ollie announced that Turn planned one more tour of Ireland, before calling it a day. Ollie also added "this has not been an easy decision to make".
As of 19th July 2006, the www.turn.ie website was shut down.
Words
Turn Lyrics
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I've been talking so my ear hurts
When I am alone
And I don't mean to make a fuss
But I don't want us to be back the way we were before
And I, and I don't care if she stays
Away from me
I've got you
I've been talking to myself
I'm practising the words I cannot seem to say to you
And I've been drinking far too much
And I'm not sure just if I'm having fun or maybe not
And I, and I don't care if she stays
Away from me
I don't need anyone
I've got you
I've been talking on the phone
I've been talking so my ear hurts
And I don't mean to make a fuss
But I don't want us to be back the way we were before
And I, and I don't care if she stays
Away from me
I don't need anyone
I've got you, I've got you
I've got you, I've got yo
The lyrics of "Words" by Turn convey a sense of desperation and confusion about a relationship that has gone awry. The singer seems to be grappling with the aftermath of a break-up, constantly talking on the phone and drinking to mask their pain. They admit to practicing the words they cannot bring themselves to say to their ex-partner and express a desire to avoid returning to their previous dynamic, even if it means losing someone else in the process.
The repetition of the line "I've got you" at the end of each verse suggests that despite the turmoil of the singer's emotions, they ultimately find comfort in the thought of having someone to rely on. However, the tone of the song remains somber and uncertain, with the final line of the chorus ("I've got you, I've got you") trailing off, as if unsure whether the statement is true.
Overall, "Words" is a poignant portrayal of the aftermath of a failed relationship and the struggle to move on and find solace in a world that suddenly feels incomplete.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been talking on the phone
I've been reaching out to others for comfort or distraction.
I've been talking so my ear hurts
I've been talking for so long that my ear is now sore.
When I am alone
I feel lonely when I am by myself.
And I don't mean to make a fuss
I don't want to cause any trouble or inconvenience.
But I don't want us to be back the way we were before
I don't want to go back to our past relationship because it wasn't healthy or fulfilling.
And I, and I don't care if she stays
I am not concerned with someone else's company or presence.
Away from me
Not in my direct vicinity or interaction.
I don't need anyone
I am content with my current situation and do not require anyone else's company or affection.
I've been talking to myself
I have been practicing how to convey my thoughts or feelings to you.
I'm practising the words I cannot seem to say to you
I am working on finding the right words to express myself to you.
And I've been drinking far too much
I have been consuming too much alcohol to deal with my emotions or stress.
And I'm not sure just if I'm having fun or maybe not
I am uncertain whether my coping mechanisms are actually helping or hurting me long-term.
I've got you
I have a sense of security and support through our relationship.
I've got you, I've got you
I want to emphasize the importance of our relationship and how it makes me feel.
Contributed by Max R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.