The rare Mogwai song with actual lyrics. The vocals are supplied by fellow musical Scotsman, Aidan Moffat. Later, he would contribute to Mogwai’s “R U Still In 2 It” on Mogwai Young Team.
Of note are how the vocals are sung (practically spoken) rather meekly as if the speaker had just finished drow...
Did you see him when I was away?
I would have phoned but you'd spoil the trip
Will he be in the pub tonight?
I'll hate marriage and take a sip
Will he be yours as of today?
Will I never see you now if you're taken?
Are you still wearing that ring?
When she told me I was a little shaken
Like a bird without the bed
Her sister says that we'll get wed
And I should tell you I adore you
But I'm sure it would just bore you
Now You’re Taken was written by Aidan Moffat & Stuart Braithwaite & Dominic Aitchison & Martin Bulloch & John Cummings & Brendan O’Hare.
Now You’re Taken was produced by Jamie Harley & Andy Miller & Paul Savage.
Mogwai released Now You’re Taken on Mon May 26 1997.