oOoOO's debut release; an EP entitled, 'Untitled CD-R' was released by Disaro Records in January 2010, where he released a six-track CD-R encompassing his then-released work.Shortly after, a split 7" with the track Seaww was released with the band White Ring, and a self-titled 12" oOoOO was released by Tri Angle Records in October 2010. oOoOO's third EP, Our Loving is Hurting Us, was released through Tri Angle Records in April, 2012.
The debut LP, Without Your Love, was released on June 24, 2013 via Nihjgt Feelings - a new label based in Turkey, co-founded by Dexter himself.
Chris Dexter has listed Jana Hunter and Matteah Baim as influences.
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NoSummr4u
oOoOO Lyrics
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Summertime, summertime
Maybe, we can fall in love
Summertime, summertime
I listen to the rain outside
Feel like I almost have to die
I really want you
I want to say
I want to say
Let's go away
Let's get away
Take me, take me to the water
Summertime, summertime
Maybe, we can fall in love
Summertime, summertime
I'm burning, lying on the sand
You come and take my hand
I can't believe it's true
But there's nothing here left to do
I hear, I hear you say
Let's go away
Let's get away
Take me
Summertime, summertime
Take me
Summertime, summertime
Water
Summertime, summertime
(we can fall in love)
Maybe
Summertime, summertime
(we can fall in love)
Take me
Summertime, summertime
(we can fall in love)
The lyrics of oOoOO's NoSummr4u evoke the themes of longing, escapism, and romanticism. The opening lines "Take me, take me to the water, Summertime, summertime" is a plea to find solace and escape from the mundane realities of life that are fraught with complexity and anxiety. The repetitive use of "summertime" creates a nostalgic and wistful atmosphere, suggesting happy memories of a past paradise that the singer wants to reclaim. The line "Maybe, we can fall in love" indicates a desire to form a deep emotional connection with someone and suggests emotional vulnerability.
The following verse builds upon the sense of melancholia with rain as a metaphor for sadness and depression. The singer’s intense longing for someone to come and take them away from it all is symbolized in the lyrics, "I really want you, to come and take me far away." The repetition of the line “Let's go away, let's get away” reinforces the idea of wanting to escape to a better place.
The chorus repeats the opening lines, drawing us back to the nostalgia and escapist imagery. The last verse adds an element of sensuality with burning on the sand and holding hands. However, the forlorn tone of "there's nothing here left to do" makes the listener wonder if the relationship is doomed from the outset.
Overall, NoSummr4u is a dreamy, hypnotic and evocative love song that leaves a lingering sense of longing and despair.
Line by Line Meaning
Take me, take me to the water
I want to be brought to the water.
Summertime, summertime
This is happening in the summertime.
Maybe, we can fall in love
Perhaps we could develop romantic feelings.
I listen to the rain outside
I am hearing the rainfall outdoors.
Feel like I almost have to die
I feel extremely overwhelmed and like I cannot handle the situation.
I really want you
I desire you very much.
To come and take me far away
I wish for you to take me to a far-off place.
I want to say
There is something I wish to express verbally.
Let's go away
We should depart from this location.
Let's get away
We ought to flee this situation.
I'm burning, lying on the sand
I am very hot while lying down on the sand.
You come and take my hand
You physically take hold of my hand.
I can't believe it's true
I am having difficulty accepting what is happening as reality.
But there's nothing here left to do
There is no other course of action available.
I hear, I hear you say
I am able to perceive you speaking.
Take me
Please escort me.
Water
I am referring to bodies of water.
(we can fall in love)
There is potential for romantic affection to arise between us.
Maybe
There is a chance that something could happen.
Contributed by Adrian I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@me-ovv
This is so intense to listen to on headphones. I was recommended this song by a friend, and I will always be grateful that he introduced me to this awesomeness.
@natealdrich24
😊😊
@natealdrich24
Oh i I’m ok
@mixythegreat
Absolutely love this song! Soo awesome. Would love to see them live or a vid on youtube soon!
@MrJackFawcett
a really fantastic song, still sounds fresh a year or so on!
@diewithm33
Still sounds fresh a decade later
@naproxeno550mg4
I agree @@diewithm33
@joshrawks21
What a good way to sample a song 💯
@happycloudsinvesting
this song makes me feel like im walking on sunshine
@mixythegreat
Wish this shit was bigger still, i'm just starting to get into the whole producing thing. Got one tune up if anyone's interested!