Jessica followed this up with an album of her own songs, The Camera Loves Me, with the Monochrome Set as backing band. The album, recorded in Chiswick, West London and produced by 1960s pop star Keith West, was released on el Records in 1988. Jessica’s sister Miranda contributed to the songwriting and backing vocals.
Jessica then left the music world to work in the City of London until 1993, when she was invited to make another record for the Japanese label Trattoria. Mondo was recorded with the Monochrome Set at Moat Studios, London, and this time was produced by Bid, who also duetted with Jessica on the song ‘Casanova ‘92’.
Later in 1993 Jessica recorded four new songs with el records artist Monty, two of which were written by Jessica and two by Monty. These were included on the cd re-release of The Camera Loves Me.
In the late 1990s Jessica learned the guitar and started writing songs again. She was joined by Peter Momtchiloff (formerly of Talulah Gosh, Heavenly, and Marine Research) on guitar and bass; in 2000 and 2001they recorded 22 songs at Shaw Sound in West London with Orson Presence from the Monochrome Set playing various keyboard instruments. Drums were provided first by Struan Robertson and then by Jim Kimberley. A four-track EP (‘Emmanuelle Béart’) was released on Matinee Recordings of Washington DC (now Santa Barbara) and a three-track 7” single (‘Sugar Mummy’) was released on Fortuna Pop! Records of London.
Early in 2002 the Would-be-goods’ third album, Brief Lives, appeared as a joint release by Matinee, Fortuna Pop, and P-Vine Records of Japan. By this time the Would-be-goods had played their first live shows in London: first with just Jessica on guitar and Peter on bass and guitar, and then with new member Debbie Green on drums and backing vocals. Debbie is a former member of the Headcoatees, the X-Men, and Baby Birkin; she has also played with Peter in the Family Way, Dutronc, and now the Speed of Sound.
Finally in summer 2002 the Would-be-goods’ line-up was completed by the addition of Lupe Nunez-Fernandez on bass and backing vocals. This line-up played several shows in London and visited the East Coast of America in autumn 2002. Late in 2002 they started recording songs for a fourth album, and this was finally completed early in 2004.The Morning After is released in August 2004 on Fortuna Pop! and Matinee.
Temporary Best Friend
Would-Be-Goods Lyrics
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Writing hardcore music in your basement
I sucked at screaming
But we had a good time
'Cause you're my best friend
'Til the very end
Our songs on MySpace
Recorded in the closet at my mom's house
But so did I
And you're my best friend
'Til the very end
Yeah you're my best friend
'Til the very end
'Til the very end
Practice breakdowns
The neighbors called the cops cause we were too loud
I sucked at screaming
But we had a good time
'Cause you're my best friend
'Til the very end
Yeah you're my best friend
'Til the very end
We spent our summers
Driving to our shows out in the county
I sucked at screaming
But we had a good time
Cause you're my best friend
'Til the very end
Cause you're my best friend
'Til the very end
I call you daily
Talk about our lives out in the suburbs
And I stopped screaming
And I miss our good times
Cause you're my best friend
'Til the very end
Yeah yeah yeah you're my best friend
'Til the very end
The lyrics of Would-Be-Goods' song "Temporary Best Friend" depict a close friendship between two individuals who bond over their shared love for music. The song captures the experiences they had together, from spending spring breaks writing and recording music in each other's basements to practicing breakdowns and driving to shows during the summers.
The mention of writing hardcore music and practicing breakdowns alludes to their involvement in the punk or hardcore music scene. Despite not being particularly skilled at screaming or singing, they still had a great time together, emphasizing the importance of their friendship over their musical abilities. The lyrics highlight the camaraderie they share, referring to each other as "best friends" until the very end.
The song also touches upon the challenges they faced, such as neighbors calling the police due to their loud practices. Despite these obstacles, they continued to enjoy their time together. As time passes and they grow older, the lyrics suggest a shift in their lives as they start living in the suburbs, communicating through phone calls instead of meeting up regularly. Deep down, the singer misses the good times they had, reflecting on their friendship and acknowledging the special bond they share.
Overall, "Temporary Best Friend" explores the memories, shared experiences, and evolving nature of a close friendship centered around a love for music.
Line by Line Meaning
We spent our spring break
During our spring break, we dedicated our time to a specific activity
Writing hardcore music in your basement
We wrote intense and passionate music together in the comfort of your basement
I sucked at screaming
I was not very skilled at shouting or expressing myself loudly
But we had a good time
Despite my lack of proficiency, we still enjoyed ourselves
'Cause you're my best friend
Because you are the closest and most important person in my life
'Til the very end
Our friendship will remain strong and unwavering until the end of our lives
Our songs on MySpace
We uploaded our musical creations on the social media platform MySpace
Recorded in the closet at my mom's house
We made recordings in the small, enclosed space of my mother's closet
You sucked at singing
Your singing abilities were not particularly good
But so did I
However, I also struggled with singing
And you're my best friend
Nevertheless, you are still my closest and most cherished companion
Practice breakdowns
We dedicated time to refining our musical performances and techniques
The neighbors called the cops cause we were too loud
Our excessive volume during practice sessions led to neighbors alerting the authorities
We spent our summers
During the summers, our time was occupied with a specific endeavor
Driving to our shows out in the county
We traveled to various performances located in rural areas
Cause you're my best friend
This is because you hold the highest level of friendship in my life
'Til the very end
Our bond and camaraderie will persist until the end of our lives
I call you daily
I reach out to you on a daily basis
Talk about our lives out in the suburbs
We engage in conversations discussing our experiences and happenings in the suburban area
And I stopped screaming
I no longer engage in the act of shouting or expressing myself loudly
And I miss our good times
I feel a strong longing for the enjoyable moments we shared
Yeah yeah yeah you're my best friend
You truly are my closest and dearest companion
'Til the very end
Our friendship will persist unwaveringly until the end of our lives
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Anthony Pierri, Dominic Pierri, Michael Steinheiser
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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