Techno Ted may be a person who caused Chris incredible emotional pain & trepidation as well as moments of peace & happiness but now is removed and awaiting his fate. Darling may be a different person who is also free of him and can live her life free of Ted's tyranny. "In between all the laughing, and daydreams ... lies: a desert of truth" Lies are like a desert or the omission of Truth: Where there were Lies then Truth was absent. The song, "Techno Ted", may be a cathartic celebration of the downfall of this person.
Sometimes I can see for miles
Through water and fire
From England to America
I feel life meet my eyes
And it's the best thing
It's the best thing
It's the best thing
A beautiful feeling
A smile from San Diego
He's still a boy
Two ends to every rainbow
And a train from Mexico
And he's the best thing
He is the best thing
He is the best thing
A beautiful feeling
And when I watch you move
And I can't think straight
And I am silenced
And I can't think straight
And it's the best thing
It's the best thing
The best thing
Such a beautiful feeling
Through water and fire
From England to America
I feel life meet my eyes
And it's the best thing
It's the best thing
It's the best thing
A beautiful feeling
A smile from San Diego
He's still a boy
Two ends to every rainbow
And a train from Mexico
And he's the best thing
He is the best thing
He is the best thing
A beautiful feeling
And when I watch you move
And I can't think straight
And I am silenced
And I can't think straight
And it's the best thing
It's the best thing
The best thing
Such a beautiful feeling
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Techno Ted
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The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
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Yo La Tengo
Yo La Tengo
This song was originally written by a guy called Peter Gutteridge. He was one of the founders of the "Dunedin Sound" a musical scene in the south of New Zealand in the early 80s. From there it was covered by "The Clean" one of the early bands of that scene (he had originally been a member of in it's early days, writing a couple of their best early songs). The Dunedin sound, and the Clean became popular on american college radio in the mid to late 80s. I guess Yo La Tengo heard that version.
Great version of a great song,
Just A Little Lovin'
Dusty Springfield
Dusty Springfield
I don't think it's necessarily about sex. It's about wanting to start the day with some love and affection. Maybe a warm cuddle. I'm not alone in interpreting it that way! For example:
"'Just a Little Lovin’ is a timeless country song originally recorded by Eddy Arnold in 1954. The song, written by Eddie Miller and Jimmy Campbell, explores the delicate nuances of love and showcases Arnold’s emotive vocals. It delves into the universal theme of love and how even the smallest gesture of affection can have a profound impact on our lives." https://oldtimemusic.com/the-meaning-behind-the-song-just-a-little-lovin-by-eddy-arnold/
Blue
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran
“Blue” is a song about a love that is persisting in the discomfort of the person experiencing the emotion. Ed Sheeran reflects on love lost, and although he wishes his former partner find happiness, he cannot but admit his feelings are still very much there. He expresses the realization that he might never find another on this stringed instrumental by Aaron Dessner.
Suprised no one else has commented on this song as it fucking rocks, its beautiful hence the title lol
such an awesome song =D
such an awesome song =D
always feel sexual tension while i listen it
Hauntingly beautiful. You can hear her yearning.
He is the best thing A beautiful feeling
And when I watch you move And I can't think straight And I am silenced And I can't think straight
Thom Yorke's contribution to this song is wonderful. And please give a listen to her version of this song in the Peel Sessions if you haven't. So raw. The intro of piano in that version is so perfect, especially at the 2:32 minute mark and her voice quivering with "like when I watch you move". My God it gets to me. This song in my life is about someone I had and let go.