Drawn inexorably into the vortex of mass success, 1927 swiftly lost control, playing out a familiar rock tune: the group's second album, The Other Side, failed to match the sales of its predecessor and 1927 gradually slipped from view even as it began to buckle under the strain of touring.
Today, Eric Weideman is living in Perth maintaining a solo career and reforms 1927 every now and then.
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1927 Lyrics
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I'd paint a portrait of you
The sunlight in your eyes
A masterpiece of truth
And a single tear
Like a silent prayer
That's shining so much brighter
Than a diamond ever dared
I'd do it for you
If I could write
I'd write a book for you
A tale of hidden treasures
With an I.O.U
And a million words
Couldn't say a thing
That won't be said in three words
Where love's the central theme
If I could do anything at all,
I'd do it for you
Darling can't you see
What you mean to me
Anything that I can do
I'll do it for you
And darling don't you know
Just how far I'd go
Anything that I can do,
I'd do it for you
Sometimes I feel so second-rate
Seems loving you was my greatest mistake
I know I'm insecure
And love don't keep score
But I wish I could give you more
If I could play
I'd play up a storm for you
A raging sea of passion
That you never knew
Every whispered sound
Would touch your heart
And maybe for a moment
I could be your favourite star
If I could do anything at all
If I could, I'd give you more
If I could do anything at all
I'd do it for you
And darling can't you see
You mean the world to me
Anything that I can do
I'll do it for you
And darling don't you know
Just how far I'd go
Anything that I can do
I'll do it,
I'll do it for you
I'll do it,
Do it for you
The song "If I Could" by 1927 is a poignant love ballad that speaks of a deep devotion and longing to do everything in one's power to please and make someone feel loved. The song is composed of four verses, each one proposing a different scenario where the singer expresses his desire to go above and beyond for the person he loves.
In the first verse, the singer wishes to be able to paint a portrait of his loved one, capturing the beauty in her eyes, and the quiet strength of her tears as she prays. The next verse speaks of writing, where the singer wishes to write a book for his beloved, a tale of hidden treasures where love is the central theme.
The third verse expresses the singer's insecurities, where he acknowledges that he feels second-rate at times and wishes he could do more for his beloved. Finally, in the last verse, the singer wishes he could play music, engulfing his beloved in a raging sea of passion as every whispered sound touches her heart, even for a moment.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of longing and devotion that is palpable. The singer is haunted by the idea that he wishes he could do more for his love, but at the same time, he is determined to do everything he can to make her feel loved and cherished.
Overall, "If I Could" is a beautifully crafted song that speaks of the power of love and the lengths one is willing to go to make their beloved feel special.
Line by Line Meaning
If I could paint
If I had the skill to paint
I'd paint a portrait of you
I would create a beautiful painted image of you
The sunlight in your eyes
I would capture the beauty of the light in your eyes
A masterpiece of truth
The painting would be a symbol of truth and honesty
And a single tear
A solitary drop of water from an eye
Like a silent prayer
It would be a symbol of a private and personal wish
That's shining so much brighter
It would be a beacon of truth and light
Than a diamond ever dared
It would shine brighter than any jewel
If I could do anything at all
If there was anything I could do
I'd do it for you
I would do it all for you
If I could write
If I was a writer
I'd write a book for you
I would create a story just for you
A tale of hidden treasures
The story would be about finding hidden jewels
With an I.O.U
I would promise to pay you back
And a million words
I could write countless words
Couldn't say a thing
But they still wouldn't express my feelings
That won't be said in three words
Which are 'I love you'
Where love's the central theme
The story would revolve around the concept of love
Darling can't you see
My love, don't you see
What you mean to me
What you represent to me
Anything that I can do
Whatever task I can handle
I'll do it for you
I will complete it all for you
And darling don't you know
My love, don't you realize
Just how far I'd go
To show my love and devotion
Sometimes I feel so second-rate
At times, I feel inferior
Seems loving you was my greatest mistake
Loving you has caused me problems
I know I'm insecure
I realize I lack confidence
And love don't keep score
True love isn't about keeping track or tallying points
But I wish I could give you more
But I desire to give you even more than I have
If I could play
If I had musical talent
I'd play up a storm for you
I would play an amazing musical performance for you
A raging sea of passion
The music would convey my deep emotions and love
That you never knew
Feelings that you didn't know I had
Every whispered sound
Each soft and gentle note
Would touch your heart
Would resonate with your soul
And maybe for a moment
If only briefly
I could be your favourite star
I could be the person you most admire
If I could, I'd give you more
If I was able to do more
And darling can't you see
My love, don't you see
You mean the world to me
You are incredibly important to me
I'll do it,
I will handle it
Do it for you
Do it all for you
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: GARRY ALLAN FROST, ERIC PETER WEIDEMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mrboogang
I just cried. Please bring back the 80's. I'd do anything to get in a time machine and go back to never return to this absolute mess.
@Karl-pm9hv
I often feel exactly the same way. Just give thanks that we lived in the 80s.
@Twofloorbluebird
Oh boy, haven’t seen this before 😮
@90sfamily88
Take me there too please!!!😢
@keiranwatts3159
I was 18 when i saw these guys at the Gold Coaster. Now im 70 and this song brings back so many memories and tears, what a great song by a great band.
@GregMattson
I'm a Canadian from Vancouver, but this song brings back such great memories from the summer of 88-89 when I worked and lived in Australia. A few years later, I had it played at my wedding back home up north in Cranbrook BC. Everyone said..."Love that! Who is it?" Great song, great band.
@dgpropertyadvice6934
greg you speak a truth that brings back so many memories and creates a bond between us because we are 1. 1927 fans and 2. canadians and Australians that resonate with a natural connection that’s obvious from the experiences of so many of us Australians overseas and plain from the words you write.
@zapkvr
You Sir have impeccable taste. Ive seen them live twice and they are extraordinary.
@judymiller975
When I was a teenager and lived on a farm in outback Australia, I had a crush on a boy named Andy. The singer in 1927 reminds me of him. I imagine he's singing to me personally. Now I'm in my early 60's and I still feel like I'm that teenager each time I hear their songs.
@dirtlifestyleoz8150
@@judymiller975 beautiful