Albert West, became first known through his involvement in the band The Shuffles (1963-1973) when they scored a worldwide hit with 'Cha la la, I need you'. But already soon in the 60s he went solo and became one of the most popular singers in the Netherlands in the early 70s.
The last years he is also known as presenter for Dutch radio and television.
He died 4 june 2015 as the result of a car accident a week before.
SIMONE
Albert West Lyrics
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Don't you know your tears will dry?
And take away the loneliness
There inside, oh, if you try
Simone, why do you cry?
Don't you know the sun will shine?
And on your merits all you find
You've been searching everywhere
For something to believe in
You've been searching, it's never there
Reach your own, look and you'll know
Simone, why do you cry?
Don't you know you've got a life?
Now don't waste it all inside
Come on, Simone
Come on, Simone
Come on, Simone
Go
Nanana...
Simone, why do you cry?
Don't you know the sun will shine?
And take away the loneliness
There inside, oh, if you try
Simone, why do you cry?
Don't you know you've got a life?
Simone, why do you cry?
Don't you know you've got a life?
Simone, why do you cry?
Don't you know you've got a life?
Simone, why do you cry?
The lyrics of Albert West's song "Simone" seem to be a message of hope and encouragement to someone who is struggling with feelings of sadness and loneliness. The singer is addressing Simone and asking her why she is crying. He assures her that her tears will dry and take away the loneliness inside her if she just tries. He encourages her to believe in herself and her own merits and to stop searching for something to believe in that may never be found. Instead, he tells her to look within herself and she will find the answers she needs.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of urgency in the singer's voice as he urges Simone to come out of her sadness and to not waste her life inside. He repeats the question "Simone, why do you cry?" three times, perhaps as a reminder to her that she should not keep dwelling on her sadness, but rather focus on the positive things in her life. The use of "nanana" towards the end of the song serves as a simple and catchy melody to reinforce the message of hope and encouragement.
The song's upbeat and cheerful melody is in contrast to the lyrics, which are more serious and reflective. The combination of the two makes for a powerful message that will resonate with anyone who is struggling with feelings of loneliness, sadness, and hopelessness.
Line by Line Meaning
Simone, why do you cry?
Albert West asks Simone why she cries
Don't you know your tears will dry?
Albert West suggests to Simone that crying will ultimately make her feel better
And take away the loneliness
Albert West implies that crying can help ease feelings of isolation and loneliness
There inside, oh, if you try
Albert West encourages Simone to try to overcome her emotional pain
Don't you know the sun will shine?
Albert West reminds Simone that better times are ahead
And on your merits all you find
Albert West suggests that Simone must rely on her own strengths to find happiness
Reflections go, oh, I said you would
Albert West implies that once Simone looks inward and reflects on her own qualities, her outlook will improve
You've been searching everywhere
Albert West acknowledges that Simone has been trying to find something to believe in
For something to believe in
Albert West recognizes that Simone needs to find a sense of purpose or direction
You've been searching, it's never there
Albert West suggests that Simone has been looking for answers in the wrong places
Reach your own, look and you'll know
Albert West encourages Simone to trust her own intuition and judgment
Don't you know you've got a life?
Albert West reminds Simone that she has a precious opportunity to live
Now don't waste it all inside
Albert West urges Simone not to squander her time and potential
Come on, Simone
Albert West gives a gentle nudge to Simone
Go
Albert West encourages Simone to take action and move forward
Contributed by Annabelle S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.