One Crowded Hour
Augie March
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Should you expect to see something that you hadn't seen In somebody you'd known since you were sixteen If love is a bolt from the blue, Then what is that bolt but a glorified screw That doesn't hold nothing together? Far from these nonsense bars and their nowhere music It's making me sick and I know it's making you sick There's nothing there; it's like eating air It's like drinking gin with nothing else in That doesn't hold me together But for one crowded hour, you were the only one in the room And I sailed around all those bumps in the night to your beacon in the gloom I thought I had found my golden September in the middle of that purple June But one crowded hour would lead to my wreck and ruin Now I know you like your boys to take their medicine From the bowl with a silver spoon Who run away with the dish and scale the fish By the silvery light of the moon Who were taught from the womb to believe to the tune In as far as their bleeding eyes see It's a pleasure pen, meant for them, built for and rent for them Not for the likes of me Not for the like of you and me And for one crowded hour, you were the only one in the room And I sailed around all those bumps in the night to your beacon in the gloom I thought I had found my golden September in the middle of that purple June But one crowded hour would lead to my wreck and ruin Oh but the green-eyed harpy of the song land She takes into hers my hand She says, "Boy I know you're lying Oh but then, so am I," And to that I said "Oh well" They put me in a cage full of lions, I learned to speak lion In fact I know the language well I picked it up while I was versing myself in the languages They speak in hell That night, the silence gave birth to a baby They took it away to her silent dismay And they raised it to be lady Now she can't keep her mouth shut For one crowded hour, you were the only one in the room I sailed around all those bumps in the night to your beacon in the gloom I thought I had found my golden September in the middle of that purple June But one crowded hour would lead to my wreck and ruin One crowded hour, you were the only one in the room Well I played a few songs for those bumps in the night In fact I played this very tune You said, "What is this six-stringed instrument but an adolescent loom?" And one crowded hour would lead to my wreck and ruin
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Written by: GLENN RICHARDS
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"One Crowded Hour" is a song by Australian indie rock band Augie March. It was released in April 2006 as the lead single from their third studio album, "Moo, You Bloody Choir".
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Album and Song ReceptionThe song was a massive success, reaching number 29 on the Australian Singles Chart and number one on the Triple J Hottest 100 for 2006. "Moo, You Bloody Choir" was nominated for Album of the Year at the ARIA Music Awards in the same year.
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Songwriting CreditsThe lead vocalist and primary songwriter of the group, Glenn Richards, is credited for penning this track. His poetic lyricism is clearly evidenced in "One Crowded Hour".
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features a puppet show and the band members performing the song. It was directed by Ben Saunders and was widely broadcasted on Australian music channels.
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Theme and InspirationGlenn Richards, in many interviews, has mentioned that the song was inspired by war photographer Neil Davis. Thus, the song is often perceived as a tribute to war corresponders and journalists, subtly highlighting the grit and danger they go through.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by multiple artists including Australian alternative rock band, Eskimo Joe, during their performances at the Triple J's Like a Version segment.
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RecognitionIn May 2009, "One Crowded Hour" got placed in the 59th position in The Triple J Hottest 100 of All Time.
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Musical StyleAugie March is known for their unique blend of folk, pop, and art rock, and this song is no exception. Musically, it includes a complex arrangement and structure, whilst maintaining the band's signature melodic appeal.
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Critical AcclaimThe song was praised by critics for its poignant lyrics and captivating melody. It also earned the band a wider audience, both domestically and internationally.
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Song LegacyEven years after its release, "One Crowded Hour" continues to resonate with listeners, standing as Augie March's most successful single to date. It has certainly become a classic in Australian indie music.
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