Onomatopoeically

Un gioiellino Pop nel migliore stile Bygoniano
A Pop jewel in the purest Bygonesque style

"Onomatopoeically"

2001

From the CD "Zenith"

Credits:
Lord Bygon: vocals, piano, synth, bass, drum programming, percussions, effects

Song Story:
Che posso dire di "Onomatopoeically"? E' un brano di cui vado estremamente fiero, perché rappresenta il MIO modo di comporre. Nel testo trovate varie stranezze, a partire dal titolo (temo proprio di avere inventato io il termine "onomatopoeically") per arrivare ai riferimenti a una certa Venus, a certi "indies on the boards", e a certe bonarie prese in giro ("I found my love in Portoroz") che credo pochi al mondo capiranno. Musicalmente mi hanno ispirato gli XTC (lode e gloria imperitura a Beppe Buono per avermeli fatti conoscere), e il finale è retaggio di "certi ascolti". Di più non posso dire. Godetevela.

What can I say about "Onomatopoeically"? I'm very proud of this song, in which I used my own way of conceiving the art of writing songs. There are many weird things in the lyrics (not just the title, which sounds a lot like one of my "bygonisms" - yes, I use to create neologisms in English!), starting from the part about a certain Venus, the "indies on the boards" and many other jokes that very few people will understand. Musically, the main inspiration comes from XTC (again thanks to Beppe Buono for introducing me to their music) and the finale... well, I can't say anything more. Enjoy it.

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Lyrics

Chalkhills and children, ezines and dead newsletters
too much pain to be a sweet dream
(they told me I was going too far)
Here I go again, a fool with no refrain, onomatopoeically...
(I never thought it'd be so hard)
Food for thoughts to raven but I won't go to heaven
‘cause I've been so cruel to myself
(and now I'll never work it out)
There's my girl next door, I couldn't ask for more
but today I see flies on her
(I still don't know what it's about)
Seven years with strangers in spite of all the danger
onomatopoeically...

Indies on the boards, the same old boring words
check me out and I'll check you in
(once I had two wrists to slash)
but I have found some friends,
the best time one can spend,
onomatopoeically (what I will never do without)
Cigarettes and coffee, a meeting with poor Richard
and things I should be aware of
(I found my love in Portoroz)
Time has been a-wasted with girls that I just tasted,
fearlessly and carefully

Here I am, my friends, and this is where it ends
onomatopoeically
Weird and quirky music, so whimsical and strange, onomatopoeically...

Finally I met Venus, and felt a human genus
tearing all my feelings apart
did she ever love me? I've got her skin above me
Really should have known from the start
Darkness in our bed, she's there to fill my head
with things I thought I was aware of
(and now she hates them very loud)
All I live is sorrow, will love her till tomorrow
then I'll love her more and more...

© Giuseppe Gambino (SIAE)

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This was extremely different. Not sure it belongs in the 'pop' genre, but regardless... there was something very enjoyable about it in spite of the negative things I will be mentioning here in this review.
1. Melody - this was one of the 'negative' comments I was referring to previously. The same melody over and over became monotonous, but was salvaged when background vocals came in with a totally unexpected uplifting sound.
2. Chord Structure - repetitive pretty much along with melody, especially the piano, but when instruments were allowed some freedom, the chord structure became interesting... also when the song transitioned at around 2:15 or so and seemed to 'take off'. Loved the stringed instruments and how they played a part in making this a neat sound.
3. Mood - Can't put my finger on the actual mood ...seemed to be reminiscent of a broadway or off-broadway show tune, but due to the inability to understand all the lyrics, the actual mood of the lyrics/singer got lost. Dying to find out what the word/phrase is that kept being repeated and I honestly tried my best to understand that, but just couldn't...it sounded like "onamatapeakally". Also, did I hear "I see flies on her".
With that being said, I don't want to give the wrong impression here. I absolutely loved the originality of this tune and how it was done. The instrumental lead-in grabbed me right away and I knew I was going to be hearing something special. The vocalist was good and has a very interesting style and tone, but darn I wish I could understand that word or phrase that is probably the name of the song so I'd know what we were talking about! Quite a surprise around 2:50 ...liked it ...showed personality...(was that breaking glass?). It ended kind of strangely ...would have liked to have heard that done differently. Another one I'll be adding to my listening list ...lots of talent here and would like to hear more by you. Made me kind of want to hear it live. Maureen, Detroit, Michigan

Quite a jazzy feel from the piano, and an original vocal feel. The backing is very good, the song has a strong sense of melody and this sits well with the mood. Music doesn't detract from the feel of the song. Not my choice in music personally, but I think you've done a good job. "Check me out and i'll check you in" ...nice. Kent O'Shea, Cape Town, South Africa

I like the way this tune drops in on you like a pop bubble. This is a catchy tune that I can instantly imagine playing on the radio. The melody is well produced, and the chord structure matches to create a happy piano led, dancey, sing along mood. The use of the sound effects half way through the tune helps to stop the tune from becoming boring and lets the listener come back to the happy bubble once more. Great tune. Alex Brooke, Torquay, UK

Nice intro with cellos and violins but it could be a bit shorter, it's too long for a pop song. Production is good, but the mix could use some work: maybe this is just a personal preference, but I think that lead vox shouldn't be so upfront. Backing vocals sound a bit odd in some places. I'm not too crazy about your singing style, I don't like the tone, but the singing is perfectly in tune and melodies are quite catchy too. Backing band is obviously talented, nice piano, cool drumming and bass is awesome. Chord progresssions are original and not cliched: I love the mood of this song, cool chill out tune. Keep it up and good luck! Weez13, unknown location

Zenith - Lord Bygon's album

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