Two years later the two lead song writers, Joshua Wong and Gideon So, came together with a new vision and sound for the band... opting to rebuild the band from ground up, they stripped away all other noises and focused on a more intimate and
natural sound. Beginning with only piano, vocals and acoustic guitar, they began to mold what would soon become the new sound of noughts and exes.
With the addition of Kerrie-Anne on vocals, glockenspiel and percussion, and Alex Bedwell on drums, they began to sculpt a sound that was in some way unique or distinct... but it wasn't until the addition of Marianne Bunton on cello that their flavour started to really settle.
now, from 5piece, to 2piece to 5piece again, noughts and exes have found a body of musicians and songs that they can build something truly beautiful with.
Seasons
noughts and exes Lyrics
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The outlook bright
And everything's divine
And from this height
I'm altogether fine
And I never look back down
And so amazed
Possibly perfection I will taste
If only I remain
And I never look back down
So the seasons roll
And what I'd counted dear I treat as old
Reflection and regret to which do I hold
Both lingering behind
And I never look back down
And so it goes as many have before
The fire wanes
A foot out of the door
And how we got here was a steady crawl
And I never look back now
As to why you would wait for me
Is a quandary I can't solve
As to why you would stay for me
As to why you would stay now
So it spirals on
And indiscretions are all sat upon
The breaking of your heart
Again I've done
And still you haven't gone
Yet I never look back now
And so unfolds
The listing of my sins and of your woes
And further will I fumble I suppose
And still you never go
No I never look back now
As to why you would wait for me
Is a quandary I can't solve
As to why you would stay for me
As to why you would stay now
And what would you say is wrong with this
And what would you say is wrong
So it starts again
And everything's familiar and yet
Refreshingly anew
I hold my breath
And start to climb again
And I never look back now
"Hearts in 2" by Noughts and Exes is a song that tells a story of a relationship that begins well but then starts to experience troubles. At the beginning of the song, the singer is on top of the world, feeling amazing and optimistic about the future. They are experiencing everything as if it is perfect, and they are not looking back or considering any negative possibilities. However, as time passes and the relationship matures, they begin to realize that they may have taken some things for granted. They look back and reflect on their life, trying to figure out which aspects of their relationship they cling onto and which ones they regret. The singers seem to be aware of their wrongdoings and how it affects their partner, yet they can't help but keep on making mistakes. They begin to question their partners as to why they are still staying with them, and this creates a sense of uncertainty and confusion.
The song mainly focuses on the idea of relationships and how they can start off great but slowly deteriorate over time. The lyrics imply that once we become familiar with something or someone, we tend to overlook and neglect the things that made us happy, and as we become more desensitized to them, we start to lose them. Through this song, Noughts and Exes highlight the importance of communication, forgiveness, and self-reflection in any relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
So it starts and all is seemingly sublime
At the beginning everything seems perfect and flawless.
The outlook bright
The future looks promising.
And everything's divine
Everything feels magnificent and wonderful.
And from this height
From this vantage point.
I'm altogether fine
I feel completely okay and happy.
And I never look back down
I refuse to reflect on what's behind me.
And so amazed
I'm astonished by everything around me.
At everything that's falling into place
Things are working out perfectly according to my plans.
Possibly perfection I will taste
It feels like I'm about to experience true perfection.
If only I remain
As long as I don't change anything.
And I never look back down
I continue to avoid thinking about my past.
So the seasons roll
Time passes.
And what I'd counted dear I treat as old
Things that were once important to me now seem insignificant.
Reflection and regret to which do I hold
I'm torn between thinking about what I've done and wishing I could change it.
Both lingering behind
These thoughts are always with me.
And I never look back down
Still, I refuse to reflect on my past.
And so it goes as many have before
This cycle repeats itself like it has for many other people.
The fire wanes
The passion fades.
A foot out of the door
I'm ready to leave.
And how we got here was a steady crawl
Our relationship slowly decayed over time.
And I never look back now
I'm committed to moving forward without looking back.
As to why you would wait for me
I can't understand why you would be patient with me.
Is a quandary I can't solve
It's impossible for me to figure it out.
As to why you would stay for me
I can't understand why you would continue to be with me.
As to why you would stay now
Especially when things are so difficult.
So it spirals on
The situation continues to decline.
And indiscretions are all sat upon
All of my mistakes are piling up.
The breaking of your heart
I hurt you again.
Again I've done
I keep making the same mistakes.
And still you haven't gone
Despite everything, you haven't left me.
Yet I never look back now
I still can't bring myself to look back at my past.
And so unfolds
The situation continues to play out.
The listing of my sins and of your woes
I continue to make mistakes while you continue to suffer.
And further will I fumble I suppose
I'll likely continue to make even more mistakes.
And still you never go
Despite everything, you continue to be with me.
No I never look back now
I've made my decision to not dwell on my past.
And what would you say is wrong with this
I wonder if you think there's something wrong with our relationship.
And what would you say is wrong
What do you think is the problem?
So it starts again
The cycle begins anew.
And everything's familiar and yet
Things feel both the same and different.
Refreshingly anew
But still exciting and new.
I hold my breath
I'm nervous.
And start to climb again
But still determined to move forward.
And I never look back now
Refusing to dwell on my past and committed to moving forward.
Contributed by Nathan S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@dwayneserjeant3582
RIP Joshua - this and The Start of Us are such great songs......thanks for being here to share them with us. You'll be missed.
@AdamRobertshaw
Hah, funny... I was given the drum kit you see in this video about a year after it was recorded when I joined the band as the live session bass player (Winnie left to travel the world)! I cut it all up and it now sits in my front room as a double bass electric kit in a clear maple finish with neon green acrylic cymbals! A constant reminder of the band and the good times had :)
@larrytgriggs595
Can’t stop listening
@chakjacky
Rest in Peace Joshua
@mindzie26
"It's almost tomorrow in Hong Kong" brought me here! Glad!
@amb-yz9ee
So lovely. WOW, I’ve missed so much.
@SapoNeko
These were good years in HK. Everything has changed so quick, wow.
@KASA852
Rest in Peace Josh 😭 love this so much
@summerangel107o
Rest In Peace 😭😭😭
@mentaltelepathy24
Heard them in already tomorrow in hong kong.