(1) William are a band from Lewisham, London, UK. The lives of three skater souls became entwined following a chance meeting beside the famous tea clipper-the Cutty Sark sometime in 2004. As the original drummer made a swift exit North, Gavin Housley and Mark Thomas were to be joined by kindred spirit Dan Sheridan and the true incarnation of William was born: Three boys and the truth. Guitars and drums with musical hearts. No over-the-top theatrics, expensive hairdressers or hip hip outfits. Just the usual lads in the bedroom making songs about frustration and relationships and more frustration and more sweat on the guitars and different instruments sometimes. So far William have released two singles - 'Five Minute Wonder' and 'Playground', a debut album - 'Self in Fiction' (2008) and more recently a mini-album - 'Slightly Delighted' (2009) all of which can be found on the Tough Love Records label. More information can be found at the bands official Myspace.
(2) WILLIAM is the solo project of North Carolina based musician/artist Will Goodyear. The project has been through many different stages of development including a full band version under a different name (Lobbyist - Will Goodyear, Josh Germeroth, Jared Harber, Matt Damron, Ben Hunsinger) but is now back to the original solo format. WILLIAM's first release (Tints and Shades - Impression Music/Lifeforce Records) was Will's first attempt at branching from his roots in heavy music (Between the Buried and Me, Hopesfall, Prayer for Cleansing) and follows a more traditional pop rock format. The new record (Surface the Vessel - Textbook Music. scheduled for release summer 2006) offers listeners a much matured approach to song writing and a more thought out, personal sound. Will will be performing the new material with a new band beginning this spring.
South of the Border
William Lyrics
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Name of Cocaine Katie
She makes my temperature freeze
She's got a blood red powder
When she gives a shout
She'll bring you to your knees
Well, we were being clever, playing God games forever
But I'm someone's brother, got a father and a mother
You know I'm going to have to leave
South of the border
I think you oughta
South of the border
I think you oughta
'Cause you know you're gonna have to leave
To a place where you can breathe
And you know there's no reprieve
There'll be tears on leaving
But there won't be no grieving
'Cause a city soon forgets
To me it's magic
To the landlord it's tragic
He's got another room let
There'll be the same old faces in the same old places
Where my youth was well misspent
But I tow the line and move the time
To a town called 'No Regrets'
South of the border
I think you oughta
South of the border
I think you oughta
?Cause you know you're gonna have to leave
To a place where you can breathe
And you know there's no reprieve
'Cause you know you're gonna have to leave
To a place where you can breathe
And you know there's no reprieve
The lyrics to "South Of The Border" tell the story of a man who is involved with a woman named Cocaine Katie, who is heavy into drug use. The man acknowledges that he has been playing "God games" with Katie, but realizes that he must leave due to familial obligations. He suggests that Katie also needs to leave to "a place where you can breathe" and that there will be "no reprieve" from their current lifestyle if they stay. The man recognizes that leaving will be difficult, but he is focused on moving forward to a town called "No Regrets."
The lyrics are powerful in their depiction of the negative effects of drug use and the importance of making difficult decisions in order to move towards a better life. The use of the phrase "God games" suggests a feeling of power and control, but ultimately the man realizes that he is not invincible and must consider the impact of his actions on his family. The repetition of the phrase "South of the border" emphasizes the idea of leaving one place for another and starting anew.
Overall, "South Of The Border" is a poignant reflection on the consequences of drug use and the importance of making difficult decisions in order to move forward in life.
Line by Line Meaning
I know a freaky young lady
I am acquainted with a peculiar young woman
Name of Cocaine Katie
She goes by the nickname Cocaine Katie
She makes my temperature freeze
Her actions have a chilling effect on me
She's got a blood red powder
She possesses a red powder substance
When she gives a shout
When she speaks out
She'll bring you to your knees
She has the power to humble you
Well, we were being clever, playing God games forever
We were feeling smart and acting as if we had god-like powers for a long time
She said she only meant to please
She claimed that her intentions were only good
But I'm someone's brother, got a father and a mother
I am a human being with family and loved ones
You know I'm going to have to leave
I will have to depart from that situation
South of the border
A place geographically located below our current position
I think you oughta
I believe it would be best for you to consider going there
Because you know you're gonna have to leave
Given the circumstances, you will inevitably have to depart
To a place where you can breathe
To a location where you can finally feel a sense of relief
And you know there's no reprieve
And you are aware that there is no escape or relief from the current situation
There'll be tears on leaving
It will be emotional to depart
But there won't be no grieving
But there will be no prolonged suffering for those left behind
'Cause a city soon forgets
Because a city eventually moves on from events and people
To me it's magic
To me, this is a special, almost mystical place
To the landlord it's tragic
To the landlord, the situation is unfortunate and perhaps disastrous
He's got another room let
He has another room available for rent
There'll be the same old faces in same old places
The people and surroundings will remain familiar
Where my youth was well misspent
Where I wasted much of my younger years
But I tow the line and move the time
But I follow the rules and keep moving forward
To a town called 'No Regrets'
To a place where I can live without regrets
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: GUY CHAMBERS, ROBERT PETER WILLIAMS
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