1. a garage/rock & ro… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two bands called The Deaf:
1. a garage/rock & roll band from The Hague, The Netherlands
2. a rock band from Minneapolis, MN, United States
1. The Deaf is a sixties-influenced garage/rock & roll band from The Hague, The Netherlands, founded by guitarist, Frans 'Spike' van Zoest (of Di-rect fame; The Deaf is his second band). The original line-up was completed by drummer, Kit Carrera (also in Supra Naturals), and Janneke 'Miss Fuzz' Nijhuijs. They were joined in 2010 by Maurizio Pinna (of Organisms) on organ. As of 2016, the band released two full-length albums: Toot Whistle Plunk Boom! (2011) and the eponymous The Deaf (2014). The band performed at major Dutch festivals such as Pinkpop, Metropolis, Parkpop and Appelpop, as well as South By South-West in Austin, TX, United States.
2. The Deaf are a rock band from Minneapolis, who have been around since at least 2004.
Coming Down That Road
The Deaf Lyrics
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You said it was alright
To leave the things behind so easy
All alone and in the dark
My eyes are open wide
Shivers in the night will guide me
(I'm coming down that road so easily)
(I'm coming down that road and try to see)
To be on your side (on your side)
To be on your side again!
The clock is ticking while you're gone
The time is on your side
Be the one who's there too early
Your shadow is creeping on the wall
And memories will fall
Light is going down so slowly
(I'm coming down that road so easily)
(I'm coming down that road and try to see)
To be on your side (on your side)
To be on your side again!
You shot me down and all again
Fortune fell apart
Absence makes the heart grow fonder
All alone and in the dark
My eyes are open wide
Shivers in the night will guide me
(I'm coming down that road so easily)
(I'm coming down that road and try to see)
To be on your side (on your side)
To be on your side again!
Bye, bye, lady
Don't say maybe tonight
Save your sorry
Leave your stories behind
And quit the anguish
I'm coming home tonight
Bye, bye, lady
Don't say maybe tonight
Save your sorry
Leave your stories behind
(I'm coming down that road so easily)
(I'm coming down that road and try to see)
To be on your side (on your side)
To be on your way (on your way)
To be on your side again!
To be on your side again!
The lyrics of The Deaf's song "Coming Down That Road" depict a sense of betrayal, loss, and longing for reconciliation. The opening line "I left my body on the floor" sets a tone of despair, suggesting that the singer has given up on themselves. However, the person they trusted, whom they thought would be on their side, has let them down. The singer acknowledges that they have to go through a difficult road of emotional pain, represented by "shivers in the night," to reach the other side, to reconcile with the one they lost. The references to time, shadows, and memories falling encapsulate the passing of time and the gradual loss of trust and connection between the singer and the other person.
The chorus speaks of a desire to return to that person's side, to be close again, to reconcile. The goodbye to the "lady" is a farewell to the past and the desire to move on, leave the pain and the memories behind and start anew. The phrase "save your sorry" implies that words and apologies are no longer enough to fix the damage done. The phrase "I'm coming home tonight" might indicate a hopeful return to the relationship, but it's unclear whether it can be regained entirely.
Line by Line Meaning
I left my body on the floor
I was in a bad state and disconnected from my physical senses
You said it was alright
But you reassured me and made me feel better
To leave the things behind so easy
You told me that it was okay to let go of all my troubles effortlessly
All alone and in the dark
I felt isolated and lost, with no clear path forward
My eyes are open wide
However, I am still alert and searching for a way to move forward
Shivers in the night will guide me
My intuition will help me navigate through difficult times
(I'm coming down that road so easily)
I am making my way through life smoothly and confidently
(I'm coming down that road and try to see)
Despite challenges, I am trying to remain optimistic and look for the light
To be on your side (on your side)
I long to be with you and feel your support
To be on your side again!
I hope to rekindle our relationship and grow stronger together
The clock is ticking while you're gone
Time is passing quickly, and it feels like you're away for too long
The time is on your side
You seem to have all the time in the world, while I'm left waiting for you
Be the one who's there too early
Please be there for me when I need you, not just when it's convenient for you
Your shadow is creeping on the wall
I'm haunted by your memory and can't seem to shake you off
And memories will fall
But memories of us keep flooding back, making it difficult to move on
Light is going down so slowly
Everything seems to be moving in slow-motion, and I am struggling to keep up
You shot me down and all again
You have hurt me in the past, and the pain lingers, even though I try to move on
Fortune fell apart
Things have not gone well for me lately, and I feel like I'm in a downward spiral
Absence makes the heart grow fonder
Despite everything, I can't shake my feelings for you and miss you more every day
Bye, bye, lady
I am saying goodbye to my troubles and worries, and moving on with my life
Don't say maybe tonight
Don't hesitate, take your chance now, and don't look back
Save your sorry
I don't need your apologies, just your support and understanding
Leave your stories behind
Let go of your past and focus on creating a better future together
And quit the anguish
We need to stop hurting each other and work on healing our relationship
I'm coming home tonight
I am finally making my way back to you, where I belong
To be on your way (on your way)
Together, we can embark on a new journey and a brighter future
To be on your side again!
I am ready to start anew, and to stand by your side, come what may
Writer(s): Frans van Zoest, Kit Verdijk, Janneke Nijhuijs
Contributed by Nicholas O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.