"Marks" (1972), their first release, is mostly instrumental with a highly jazzy feel. Quite versatile, it features snippets of calypso, circus music, Dixieland and (of all things!) country music. Their best progressive effort, however, is their second album "Mountain Queen" (1973) which features long instrumental passages with prominent lead guitar, whirling Hammond organ, dual saxophones, electric violin and catchy choruses in a slightly Canterbury style. With the release of "Nobody Can Wait Forever" (1975) and "Best Kept Secret" (1976), however, the band went for a more hard rock sound with shorter, more accessible tunes. Two live albums as well as six compilation cd's of their material were subsequently released by Polydor and various other record labels.With the band's cameback in 2003 they released "Blue Planet" (2005) and "Sailors & Sinners" (2009).
The symphonic style of "Mountain Queen" should appeal to progsters; "Nobody Can Wait Forever" is recommended if you like a more bluesy/funky approach.
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You Always Can Change
Alquin Lyrics
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The days are gone, of sitting in the dark.
The days are gone, of kissing in the park all along.
The days are gone, but your record stays with me.
I'll always remember, how it used to be.
You always can change to a better life.
You always can change to a better life.
Let me tell you about the bird that never flew.
Arise will shine, shinning in teak.
I'll always remember, how it used to be.
You always can change to a better life.
You always can change to a better life.
Little Harley head, what are you looking for?
Beyond the purple flames, you won't be finding more.
Why shoulkd I keep you here.
The minute you are free, you will remember how it used to be.
You always can change to a better life.
You always can change to a better life.
The song "You Always Can Change" by Alquin is a deeply reflective piece about the possibility of change and the nostalgic memories of the past. The beginning lines of the song suggest that the singer no longer wishes to be in the same state of despair as they once were, represented by the phrase "the days are gone, of sitting in the dark". This is then followed by a reference to more joyful memories in the past, such as "kissing in the park all along". However, despite the memory of those happy times, the singer acknowledges that time moves on and they still have to live with their experiences, stating that "your record stays with me. I'll always remember, how it used to be."
The chorus of the song, however, suggests a more hopeful perspective on the future, with the line "You always can change to a better life" repeated twice. This lyric speaks to the idea that no matter how difficult the situation or how heavily one may be weighed down by memories, there is always a possibility for positive change. The song also includes various references to nature, such as the bird that never flew and the winds that were soft, which contribute to the sense of reflection and introspection.
Line by Line Meaning
You always can change
The ability to change is always present and within reach.
The days are gone, of sitting in the dark.
The time of feeling stuck and hopeless is over.
The days are gone, of kissing in the park all along.
The time of naive and carefree romance has ended.
The days are gone, but your record stays with me.
Although time has passed, memories still remain.
I'll always remember, how it used to be.
The past holds strong nostalgia and cannot be forgotten.
You always can change to a better life.
One always has the opportunity to make their life better.
Let me tell you about the bird that never flew.
A metaphor about missed opportunities and unfulfilled potential.
The winds were soft, now promises were too.
Expectations have been lowered due to past disappointments.
Arise will shine, shinning in teak.
A message of hope and positivity for the future.
Little Harley head, what are you looking for?
A question about the purpose and desires of one's life.
Beyond the purple flames, you won't be finding more.
There are no shortcuts or easy solutions to finding true fulfillment.
Why shoulkd I keep you here.
Questioning the purpose or value of holding onto something or someone.
The minute you are free, you will remember how it used to be.
Once free from a situation or person, memories and emotions may resurface.
Writer(s): jan r.t. tarenskeen
Contributed by Mason D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.