Draining the Pool For You
The Go-Betweens · Other Songs - The Go-Betweens
Remembered your name
Evidently, you've forgotten mine.
You know a lot of people
I know, a mind dulled by work and wine.
I got hired but I got tired of draining the pool for you.
I got tired but not so blue,
To see the cracks in you.
I got hired against my wish,
With better prospects, after this.
Ten leaves,
Ten leaves, on a river bank.
Just like the glass
>From the champagne bottles smashed where they sank.
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Your interest in freaks
The side show, the low life holds nothing for me.
Because I have seen it
Almost been it, and it's not my cup of thrills.
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Fade: on swimming pools, hiring and tiring, and
anything after this.
Draining the Pool For You
Released by The Go-Betweens, "Draining the Pool For You" stands as a quintessential example of the band's introspective songwriting and melodic sensibility. Characterized by its distinctive acoustic guitar work and the lead vocals of John Farnham, the track embodies the band's signature blend of folk-rock and indie pop. The song reflects the group's tendency to explore themes of isolation and personal reflection, delivered with a quiet intensity that defines their discography. As a key component of their broader body of work, the recording captures the raw, unpolished aesthetic that has made The Go-Betweens a significant influence on subsequent generations of indie and alternative musicians. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to convey deep emotion through simple, evocative instrumentation and lyrics.