SOME LOVELY
XTC · Other Songs - XTC
You want some lovely, I got some lovely
I've got some lovely in my head, in my head
Where the lions, wear the right eye,
Where the jems [unverified] roar, there be lovely
You want some lovely, I got some lovely
In my bed, in my bed
Where the ocean wears the shore down
Where's the on switch?
There be lovely laying waiting naked for you
We can play every day
We can play at being lovers
We can play every day
We can play on my brown guitar
We can play every day
We can play at being lovers
We can play every day
We can play on my brown guitar
You want some lovely, I got some lovely
In my yard, in my yard
There be inchworm, there be footlong
There be yardstick stir, some lovely
Laying waiting naked for you
You want some lovely, I got some lovely
In my field, in my field
There be green grass, there be big sky
There be blue birds come and nest there
We can play every day
We can play at being lovers
We can play every day
We can play on my brown guitar
We can play every day
We can play at being lovers
We can play every day
We can play on my brown guitar
You want some lovely, I got some lovely
In my heart, in my heart for you
SOME LOVELY
XTC's "Some Lovely" stands as a quintessential example of the band's early post-punk evolution, blending melodic sensibilities with the band's signature intellectual lyricism. Released during their formative years, the track exemplifies the group's transition from raw punk energy to a more polished, art-rock sound characterized by intricate harmonies and philosophical introspection. The song reflects the collaborative spirit of Andy Partridge and Colin Blunstone, who often wove complex narratives about human relationships and societal observation into their compositions. As a standalone recording, it captures the band's unique ability to merge catchy hooks with deeper thematic exploration, cementing their status as pioneers of the British new wave movement. The piece remains a defining track that showcases their enduring influence on alternative rock and their commitment to crafting music that resonates on both an emotional and intellectual level.