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Gomez — See The World
Album: How We Operate
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Released: 2006
Length: 4:00
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Day to day
Where do you want to be?
'Cos now you're trying to pick a fight
With everyone you need

You seem like a soldier
Who's lost his composure
You're wounded and play a waiting game
In no-man's land no-one's to blame

See the world
Find an old fashioned girl
And when all's been said and done
It's the things that are given, not won
Are the things that you want

Empty handed, surrounded by a senseless scene
With nothing of significance
Besides a shadow of a dream
You sound like an old joke
You're worn-out, a bit broke
An' askin me time and time again
When the answer's still the same

See the world
Find an old fashioned girl
And when all's been said and done
It's the things that are given, not won
Are the things that you want

You've got a chance to put things right
So how's it going to be?
Lay down your arms now
And put us beyond doubt
So reach out it's not too far away
Don't mess around now, don't delay
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One of my all-time favourite songs. Just courses through my body.
Posted 2 years ago by derrylm1    [ Reply ]
 xcranky_yankee wrote:
someone he is trying to redeem, by the lyrics...

I'm not so sure. He may be talking about a friend, suggesting he get out of his rut.
But that's the great thing about music - lots of interpretations.
c.

Posted 2 years ago by cc_rider    [ Reply ]
 wilcogirl11 wrote:
What exactly is an "old fashioned girl" according to Gomez? {#Stupid}
someone he is trying to redeem, by the lyrics...

Posted 2 years ago by xcranky_yankee    [ Reply ]
 KaiT wrote:
Who else hears 'Wondering Where The Lions Are?' - Bruce Cockburn - in that first refrain? I sure did. Not that it isn't cool :-) 
 
 
I can hear it in guitar throughout the song.
Posted 4 years ago by MA    [ Reply ]
 wilcogirl11 wrote:
What exactly is an "old fashioned girl" according to Gomez? {#Stupid}
 
maybe non-materialistic is high on the list of qualities there...based on the rest of the lyrics.
Posted 4 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
Gomez is one of many bands I've been introduced to on RP and I love these guys. In heavy rotation on my itunes loop, thanks Bill!
Posted 4 years ago by ImaOldman    [ Reply ]
 coloradojohn wrote:
This song always gladdens me no matter what. Love is perhaps a trite sentiment — but not to one who dares to hope in the thrall of it!
 
So true, CoJo, I have this one at a 9.....and I'm finding I'm missing your comments....until you're back and even after....Long Live RP!!
Posted 5 years ago by lizardking    [ Reply ]
On my long-drive playlist now...
Posted 5 years ago by FlowerInTheDark    [ Reply ]
I like the live version of this song even better than the album.....
Posted 5 years ago by CyrusPaul    [ Reply ]
What exactly is an "old fashioned girl" according to Gomez? {#Stupid}
Posted 6 years ago by wilcogirl11    [ Reply ]
My advice to my son. He took it!
Posted 6 years ago by onerb    [ Reply ]
Beginning sounds a bit like Bruce Cockburn
Posted 6 years ago by newbolddrive    [ Reply ]
Pretty sweet chorus in this one.
Posted 6 years ago by mrselfdestruct    [ Reply ]
 coloradojohn wrote:
This song always gladdens me no matter what. Love is perhaps a trite sentiment — but not to one who dares to hope in the thrall of it!

 
Yup. 
I like this too.  
Posted 8 years ago by FrankDebbieCote    [ Reply ]
This song always gladdens me no matter what. Love is perhaps a trite sentiment — but not to one who dares to hope in the thrall of it!
Posted 8 years ago by coloradojohn    [ Reply ]
Love this song; and this guy's voice

 
Posted 9 years ago by blackdogsailing    [ Reply ]
Amazing band. Amazing live -seen them @ Fillmore many times... Extremely well rounded with talented musicians. Song is good. 
Posted 10 years ago by orangecraig    [ Reply ]
 KaiT wrote:
Who else hears 'Wondering Where The Lions Are?' - Bruce Cockburn - in that first refrain? I sure did. Not that it isn't cool :-) 
 

 

I heard it too.  But, damn, I really like Gomez.
Posted 10 years ago by Jeffrey    [ Reply ]
Didn't think Gomez was the Sha - la - la song kind of a guy.....

MojoJojo wrote:
I have always liked Gomez, and, oddly enough, Gomez as well!  







I'm starting an all girl goth band called "Morticia"
Auditions start Halloween Night - Must like spiders and look good in a Black Dress

 



Posted 10 years ago by zepher    [ Reply ]
 bjesch wrote:

Yep {#Yes}

 
I thought it was some version of the song I hadn't heard, maybe a live version.
 
Posted 10 years ago by Ouachita    [ Reply ]
 jukes1 wrote:
sha la la songs are irresistible

 

Yep! Makes me happy!  Dancing around at work!
Posted 10 years ago by Aud    [ Reply ]
sha la la songs are irresistible
Posted 11 years ago by jukes1    [ Reply ]
 KaiT wrote:
Who else hears 'Wondering Where The Lions Are?' - Bruce Cockburn - in that first refrain? I sure did. Not that it isn't cool :-) 
 

 
Yep {#Yes}
Posted 11 years ago by bjesch    [ Reply ]
Love this album.
Posted 11 years ago by oldsaxon    [ Reply ]
 flyfree wrote:
I just bought this yesterday on the strength of what I've heard on RP..I think this is my fave track. But I'm hearing their older stuff is better?
 
I am a huge Gomez fan and I have all of their CDs. Their all good, but I highly recommend Liquid Skin which I consider one of the 25 best CDs.  It was by far their most successful.  Gomez has not really gotten much praise from the critics though, so I have always been surprised at how much they are played here.  It is one of the major considerations I stick with this station.  I mean, I love them, but not many other people seem to love them like Bill and I do. 
Posted 12 years ago by rdo    [ Reply ]
 KaiT wrote:
Who else hears 'Wondering Where The Lions Are?' - Bruce Cockburn - in that first refrain? I sure did. Not that it isn't cool :-) 
 
 



I was looking forward to hearing a cover of that song.
Posted 12 years ago by ty    [ Reply ]
Solid 6
Posted 12 years ago by Stingray    [ Reply ]
I had a fantastic love affair almost completely based on Gomez. I saw the world with an old fashioned girl. What road trips! Too bad the band went bleh in the last while. But, these early albums still bring a tear to my eyes. I used to think of them as the new Beatles. Every song had a wonderful hook, production, singing, musicianship... and the wonderful electronics and electric banjo. Was my all time favorite band until she broke up with me and my little heart. Ah... the Gomez years ! And now, Gomez records are shit, and it's fitting. Too bad. Love this song, love the band they used to be. Time goes on....
Posted 12 years ago by Blastcat900    [ Reply ]
Who else hears 'Wondering Where The Lions Are?' - Bruce Cockburn - in that first refrain? I sure did. Not that it isn't cool :-) 
 
Posted 12 years ago by KaiT    [ Reply ]
I don't know if this is their "best" album, but I find myself playing it a whole lot.
Posted 12 years ago by WonderLizard    [ Reply ]
I love this song on a lot of levels. It's a good "kid" song. It's also a good "hope" song, so I don't even care about the technical aspects of it, or the weird connections.... It's just a good song. Here are the cut-and-pasted lyrics, which may or may not be accurate.

Day to day
Where do you want to be?
'Cos now you're trying to pick a fight
With everyone you need

You seem like a soldier
Who's lost his composure
You're wounded and playing a waiting game
In no-man's land no-one's to blame

See the world
Find an old fashioned girl
And when all's been said and done
It's the things that are given, not won
Are the things that you earned

Empty handed, surrounded by a senseless scene
With nothing of significance
Besides a shadow of a dream
You sound like an old joke
You're worn out, a bit broken
Asking me time and time again
And the answer's still the same

See the world
Find an old fashioned girl
And when all's been said and done
It's the things that are given, not won
Are the things that you earned

You've got a chance to put things right
So how's it going to be?
Lay down your arms now
And put us beyond doubt
So reach out it's not too far away
Don't mess around now, don't delay

See the world...


Posted 13 years ago by Cynaera    [ Reply ]
 EssexTex wrote:
Just too chirpy for me...I bet they hand out "free hugs" at their concerts...and muffins
 
HAHA yes I picture this song being in a quirky love comedy where the two friends realize they have been soul mates all along and they are running through the rain to hug.
Posted 13 years ago by Bizzarefall    [ Reply ]
I seem to be full of 7's today. This is a solid 7 almost an 8
Posted 13 years ago by Bizzarefall    [ Reply ]
I won tix to see them in a private artist showcase this Monday and they cancelled the rest of their tour for voice problems.  Bummer {#Cry}
Posted 13 years ago by Seahunt    [ Reply ]
This song reminds me why I liked Gomez!
Posted 13 years ago by rulebritannia    [ Reply ]
The ultimate hit and miss band! This one is a home run, not a grand slam, but a home run. 8
Posted 13 years ago by sirdroseph    [ Reply ]

This is lovely..


Posted 13 years ago by fergie348    [ Reply ]
 Austin2Florida wrote:
Ha Ha! Me too!

 MojoJojo wrote:
I have always liked Gomez, and, oddly enough, Gomez as well!
 
 
ha ha ha! Me three!
Posted 13 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
Ha Ha! Me too!

 MojoJojo wrote:
I have always liked Gomez, and, oddly enough, Gomez as well!

 


Posted 14 years ago by Austin2Florida    [ Reply ]
I forgot how much I like this song. I love the refrain.
Posted 15 years ago by pannaramma    [ Reply ]
 blondesq wrote:
Bought this disc after hearing several tunes on RP and love it. Anyone have any recommendations on other discs?
 
Their first album "Bring It On" is their best, I think.  Free and textural, layered with moods.  Runs the gamut from pop to dark dreamy tunes.
Posted 15 years ago by jgirl63    [ Reply ]
Nice recovery from the Death Crabs which preceded it.  8

Posted 15 years ago by RadioDoc    [ Reply ]
Lovely and uplifting.  8 —> 9. 
Posted 15 years ago by justin_thyme    [ Reply ]
Love this song. See the world.....{#Roflol}
Posted 15 years ago by zenisgood    [ Reply ]
I suspect this song is not as "chirpy" as it might sound at first. I could take it as a satire on towing the line, joining the Army, and going off to war.
Posted 15 years ago by Tana    [ Reply ]
This whole album is lyrically challenged... but still a great song!
Posted 16 years ago by marikak    [ Reply ]
 EssexTex wrote:
Just too chirpy for me...I bet they hand out "free hugs" at their concerts...and muffins
 
Dammit!  When I post comments like that I get assaulted as an insensitive clod.  Which I am by the way.  I guess I answered my own question.  I like the muffin idea.  Tuna muffins?

Posted 16 years ago by stewliscious    [ Reply ]
Meh. Typical uninspiring Adult Alternative sugar bomb. I like some of their other stuff, just not this one.
Posted 16 years ago by js5280    [ Reply ]
This song always leaves me Wondering Where the Lions Are. Hope he gave a nod to Bruce Cockburn on this album.
Posted 16 years ago by mattmudpuppy    [ Reply ]
Schalalalalalalala.....a solid 7.
Posted 16 years ago by prickelpit96    [ Reply ]
Bought this disc after hearing several tunes on RP and love it. Anyone have any recommendations on other discs?
Posted 16 years ago by blondesq    [ Reply ]
Tex, you really don't want to know how wrong you are... EssexTex wrote:
Just too chirpy for me...I bet they hand out "free hugs" at their concerts...and muffins
Posted 16 years ago by xkolibuul    [ Reply ]
EssexTex wrote:
Just too chirpy for me...I bet they hand out "free hugs" at their concerts...and muffins
Really! I love muffins.
Posted 17 years ago by MonkeyPod    [ Reply ]
Just too chirpy for me...I bet they hand out "free hugs" at their concerts...and muffins
Posted 17 years ago by EssexTex    [ Reply ]
I really do like this one.
Posted 17 years ago by stevo_b    [ Reply ]
haven't been hearing much Gomez on RP lately...? I "almost" forgot about this song, and how happy it makes me to sing along with it, even in my office. thanks, Bill!
Posted 17 years ago by sfearll    [ Reply ]
I have always liked Gomez, and, oddly enough, Gomez as well!
Posted 17 years ago by MojoJojo    [ Reply ]
DrCyKosis wrote:
Going to see them tonite here in Houston. I volunteered to take the kids to The Fray concert. Turns out Gomez and Eisley are the opening acts! I get this lucky about once a decade.
Did the same for our Norwegian guest last month here in L.A.; Gomez got a lukewarm response from the gazillion girls there to see The Fray. But they rocked.(and "they're from England!")
Posted 17 years ago by Monkeysdad    [ Reply ]
Going to see them tonite here in Houston. I volunteered to take the kids to The Fray concert. Turns out Gomez and Eisley are the opening acts! I get this lucky about once a decade.
Posted 17 years ago by DrCyKosis    [ Reply ]
This song doesn't get nearly enough play.
Posted 17 years ago by mikedill    [ Reply ]
Nice guitar pickin
Posted 17 years ago by welby    [ Reply ]
I love this song!! Gomez is one fantastic band!
Posted 17 years ago by All!s0n    [ Reply ]
thanks to my sister for this band!
Posted 17 years ago by wookie    [ Reply ]
raga wrote:
Another great discovery listening to Radio Paradise.
Yes, likewise. Great tune from a band with plenty of others.
Posted 17 years ago by coldatlantic    [ Reply ]
Another great discovery listening to Radio Paradise. Thank you! Francesco
Posted 17 years ago by raga    [ Reply ]
Another example of a band that's alright, but is simply ruined by the way the singer's voice grates on my nerves. Would be listenable and maybe even enjoyable otherwise.
Posted 17 years ago by musikalia    [ Reply ]
I simply cannot get enough of this album / this band.
Posted 17 years ago by baboo    [ Reply ]
I thought, oh good, an old Bruce Cockburn song, 'Wondering where the lions are' to be precise. Longest 'sample' of a folk guitar riff that I've heard.
Posted 17 years ago by Bootsli    [ Reply ]
Love it! Great album, too.
Posted 17 years ago by winter    [ Reply ]
I get this music...it's fresh, I feel happy when I sing the words...great song, great CD...very simple really, very appealing.
Posted 17 years ago by peyotecoyote    [ Reply ]
Says Gomez, ''Morticia--that's French!!!'' (kiss, kiss, kiss) C'est sur que la langue de Moliere est tres romantique. Je l'aime beaucoup, et je la parle chaque fois que possible! (bec, bec, bec)
Posted 17 years ago by ThePoose    [ Reply ]
This singer (don't know his name) has such a distinctive voice. . . I like it, but it does kind of sound like he's got a mouth full of spit he's trying not to lose. Heh!
Posted 17 years ago by meydele    [ Reply ]
I was relaxing on the Turkish coast (Olimpos) in a tree house a hundred yards from the Mediterranean when i first heard "Whipping Piccidily" in 1999. I wandered about until I found a group of Brits and asked what they were listening to... been a fan ever since! Check out the early albums! The new stuff is good, but Bring It On and Liquid Skin are fantastic!!
Posted 17 years ago by rdaugherty    [ Reply ]
Yea, all over the map, 'See the World' with Radio Paradise, without which, who knows, may never have cottoned on to Gomez otherwize? Love 'em!
Posted 17 years ago by Mari    [ Reply ]
I really enjoy this song and this band. They are all over the map.
Posted 17 years ago by stratrjb    [ Reply ]
Seems like Gomez does my kind of music. I have to get that CD!
Posted 17 years ago by Kerly    [ Reply ]
The whole 'sha-la-la-la' thing on this album is really hacky. I get they're semi-doing a paradoy, but the music off their first album was more than listenable. Everything I've heard from this one is down right annoying.
Posted 18 years ago by jlind    [ Reply ]
ThePoose wrote:
For the opening, they have been listening to Bruce Cockburn. Wondering where the Lions are.
Thanks for that. I'd been listening and vaguely wondering why it sounded familiar
Posted 18 years ago by Coppertop    [ Reply ]
ThePoose wrote:
For the opening, they have been listening to Bruce Cockburn. Wondering where the Lions are.
Yes, I hear it too, but love this song and cd for itself! Bought through the RP Amazon link, of course!
Posted 18 years ago by Antigone    [ Reply ]
I didn't really like this when I first got it; it lacked the edge of their earlier music, but it's grown on me.
Posted 18 years ago by hippiechick    [ Reply ]
For the opening, they have been listening to Bruce Cockburn. Wondering where the Lions are.
Posted 18 years ago by ThePoose    [ Reply ]
KSTrillian wrote:
Yes, I realize you will all probably make rude comments about my intelligence level or something...but I don't like this song or this band that much. His voice is so whiney to me with that little nasal overtone. Really bugs me and they've been playing so much Gomez lately. Unfortunately, my other station options haven't been streaming properly lately so I've been stuck.
Check out the LRC; interesting (sometimes), eclectic (indeed).
Posted 18 years ago by FamilyMan    [ Reply ]
Watching, waiting, hoping to like them just a littttle bit more. Shoe-gazy + country = ?? 6 for this, my fave from this album so far.
Posted 18 years ago by lmic    [ Reply ]
I like this Gomez a lot better than the stuff from "Bring it On." This is nice, didn't think it was Gomez at first, until I recognized the voice!
Posted 18 years ago by zair99    [ Reply ]
Yes, I realize you will all probably make rude comments about my intelligence level or something...but I don't like this song or this band that much. His voice is so whiney to me with that little nasal overtone. Really bugs me and they've been playing so much Gomez lately. Unfortunately, my other station options haven't been streaming properly lately so I've been stuck.
Posted 18 years ago by KSTrillian    [ Reply ]
katalyst wrote:
Side note....Mars will be as close to earth as possible Aug 27 2006 at 11:00pm pacific standard time. This has not happened in 60 million years and will not come this close again for another 60 million years. This is a once in a lifetime event.
Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but, no, this is not true. Mars did pass close to Earth, around 35,000,000 miles, on August 27, 2003. On August 27th of this year, Mars will be trailing the sun, making it nearly impossible to view, low in the west sky at sunset. For some reason, the idiots who roam the Internet seem to enjoy spreading falsehoods, rumors, innuendo and falsehoods. There are numerous hoax sites you can visit to learn the truth about these thing. Snopes.com is a favorite. Peace.
Posted 18 years ago by voodoodaddy    [ Reply ]
katalyst wrote:
Side note....Mars will be as close to earth as possible Aug 27 2006 at 11:00pm pacific standard time. This has not happened in 60 million years and will not come this close again for another 60 million years. This is a once in a lifetime event.
Not according to Snopes.
Posted 18 years ago by AlonzoTheArmless    [ Reply ]
Side note....Mars will be as close to earth as possible Aug 27 2006 at 11:00pm pacific standard time. This has not happened in 60 million years and will not come this close again for another 60 million years. This is a once in a lifetime event.
Posted 18 years ago by katalyst    [ Reply ]
Out of the little bit I've heard, I like the Bring It On album the best. Good talent.
Posted 18 years ago by H-bomb    [ Reply ]
Talk about a band getting better and better with maturity. Gomez is that band...Wonderful disc.
Posted 18 years ago by Farquwaar    [ Reply ]
Love these guys!
Posted 18 years ago by JBRare    [ Reply ]
Lovin' this album....yes, yes, yes....
Posted 18 years ago by freeone1    [ Reply ]
Gomez are so talented-they've nailed this pop sound. Great band.
Posted 18 years ago by MCKY    [ Reply ]
th3boon wrote:
That being said their live show is just great.
- Agreed seen them many times. Always a top show.
Posted 18 years ago by canz    [ Reply ]
flyfree wrote:
I just bought this yesterday on the strength of what I've heard on RP..I think this is my fave track. But I'm hearing their older stuff is better?
Yes, I think their older stuff is way better. Check out "Bring it On" which is a great album. Or "Liquid Skin" which is a close 2nd.
Posted 18 years ago by stephq123    [ Reply ]
flyfree wrote:
I just bought this yesterday on the strength of what I've heard on RP..I think this is my fave track. But I'm hearing their older stuff is better?
Yes... originally from my hometown of Sheffield, UK, my favourite album is their debut, 'Bring It On'. It was initially unknown but they won the annual 'Mercury Music Prize' (a single prestigious award, normally given to new acts) and then enjoyed some chart success. 'Liquid Skin' was their next release and made them alot more famous and it's a good album, but to be honest they kind kind of lost me after that. Got a bit too, er... smooth, too produced.
Posted 18 years ago by canz    [ Reply ]
I guess I pretty much agree with horstman. I read some user review on metacritic which i think pretty well sums it up: "This is Gomez showing us How To Operate in the corporate radio world. Fans of Gomez will immediately sense the album is not everything Gomez can be, but it will attract a lot of new fans who will suddenly understand how amazing this band is." That being said their live show is just great.
Posted 18 years ago by th3boon    [ Reply ]
Love this song more and more- bump up to 8!
Posted 18 years ago by sasa1170    [ Reply ]
I just bought this yesterday on the strength of what I've heard on RP..I think this is my fave track. But I'm hearing their older stuff is better?
Posted 18 years ago by flyfree    [ Reply ]
OK... with this... I officially dislike Gomez.
Posted 18 years ago by nick_valensi    [ Reply ]
I have all of Gomez's albums and bought "How We Operate" the day it came out. I have listened to it several times and while it has a few great songs, the ablum as a whole is rather disappointing. In your gun is so complete that in retrospect, this album is a flop. I really expected alot more from this band. If this is the direction that Gomez is taking, I'll relish the older albums and forget the newer bands direction.
Posted 18 years ago by horstman    [ Reply ]
Love this band! Great song.
Posted 18 years ago by Jennnn    [ Reply ]
How nice :)
Posted 18 years ago by glassjawgrlxxx    [ Reply ]
not-a-fish wrote:
Yay!!! My favourite song off the album!
Such good taste
Posted 18 years ago by Trustocity    [ Reply ]
handyrae wrote:
I don't know anything about Gomez. Do they have two distinct songwriters? Some of their songs I really like and some I really dislike. I can't figure it out. This song is in the like column.
The songwriting is shared among the entire band. They have three different singers which can make a difference in the song.
Posted 18 years ago by nyclulu    [ Reply ]
I don't know anything about Gomez. Do they have two distinct songwriters? Some of their songs I really like and some I really dislike. I can't figure it out. This song is in the like column.
Posted 18 years ago by handyrae    [ Reply ]
MinMan wrote:
"and I wonder where the lions are".
pulleezzz! do not compare these guys to that wank Bruce Cockburn...
Posted 18 years ago by yclept    [ Reply ]
Keep the Gomez songs coming!! To anyone who wants to hear the new album, I am hosting a listening party in the NYC area on April 27th. Jake's Dilemma 430 Amsterdam Ave (bet. W.80th and W.81st Street) 7-10pm
Posted 18 years ago by nyclulu    [ Reply ]
Great song! Can't wait for the new album.
Posted 18 years ago by hippiechick    [ Reply ]
That was 2 U2 records and 2 Gomez' records in the past 6 hours. Isn't that a bit overdone? Do you want us to get sick?
Posted 18 years ago by Tux    [ Reply ]
Can't wait to see these guys at sasquatch this summer
Posted 18 years ago by th3boon    [ Reply ]
Posted 18 years ago by R_P    [ Reply ]
"and I wonder where the lions are".
Posted 18 years ago by MinMan    [ Reply ]
Gets a Godlike from me, this is very Gomez-ish, Me liek!
Posted 18 years ago by Sobient    [ Reply ]
OKish. Might take some time to grow on me.
Posted 18 years ago by jah_blessed    [ Reply ]
Looks like I'll be getting ready to purchase this one when it comes out. And for those who haven't seen these guys live, I highly suggest you catch them if you can. They put on a great show.
Posted 18 years ago by newwavegurly    [ Reply ]
wow!! very interesting -- was anxiously waiting to hear something off the new CD. i'm diggin' it. lookin' forward to their ever-popular performance at bonnaroo.
Posted 18 years ago by seekinggrace    [ Reply ]
Hell, I'm still recovering from In Our Gun and they drop this on me! Ok, I'm slow. Excellent stuff.
Posted 18 years ago by Roverfish    [ Reply ]