Alpha, their second album, also had a couple of hits ("Don't Cry" and "The Smile Has Left Your Eyes") but its follow-up, Astra, was a flop. The group disbanded in 1985, only to reunite in 1990 without John Wetton; John Payne took his place. After churning out a couple of new songs for a greatest-hits collection, the band hit the road, including two sold-out dates in front of 20,000 fans in Moscow. Thereafter, they toured sporadically and released Aqua (1992), Aria (1994), Arena (1996), Aura (2001), and Silent Nation (2004). The band's lineup reverted to its original form featuring Wetton, Palmer, Howe, and Downes for Phoenix (2008) and Omega (2010). In 2012, the original Asia lineup returned with the studio album XXX, featuring the single "Face on the Bridge." The following year, Howe announced his amicable departure from the group to pursue other projects, and in 2014 Asia released the album Gravitas, featuring new guitarist Sam Coulson. In January 2017, a month and a half before the scheduled beginning of an extensive U.S. tour by the band, John Wetton died from colon cancer at the age of 67.
Biography by Stephen Thomas Erlewine
There is another band with the same name:
2) Asia was an excellent hard rock band with a drive for epic, pomp-filled rock tunes. The band was from Rapid City, South Dakota and should not be confused with the famous U.K. one, which sadly outshone them and ended up rendering the U.S. group highly obscure despite the U.S. one's critical support. Going for a loose instrumental energy similar to Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin, their eventual line-up was made up of Michael English (vocals, bass, percussion), Larry Galbraith (vocals, guitars, mandolin), Mike Coates (guitars, mandolin, mellotron, piano, harpsichord, vocals), and Doug Johnson (percussion). They released two albums: 'Asia' (1979) and 'Armed to the Teeth' (1980).
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Asia Lyrics
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Feeling like there's nothing left to say
Maybe i should wait for another day
One more day
Tried to find myself, but now you're gone
I had to find the strength to carry on
Carry on
Tears in my eyes
Where do you go when the summer's gone?
Walking away is the same as closing the door
Can you look at the sky when the sun don't shine?
Look in my eyes
You can see my dreams on the floor
Where do i go now the summer is gone?
Run through the field like a child who's closing the door
You're feeling the wind now the sun don't shine
Losing you would always be my fear
Never knowing if you'd still be here
Still be here
Remembering the words you said to me
Saying that you had to set me free
Set me free
Ghosts of love will come
Now the light is gone
Haunting my soul
Never letting go
Through my broken dreams
Hear you calling me
Lonely like the wind
Echoes back again
Feeling like there's nothing left to say...
The lyrics of Asia's song Tears express the feelings of loss and heartbreak after a relationship ends. The singer is left with tears in their eyes and feeling like there is nothing left to say, making them consider waiting for another day to sort out their feelings. They tried finding themselves, but it's hard to do that when the person who they were with is gone. However, they know they must carry on, even if it means shedding tears in the process.
The lyrics also touch on the passing of time, as the line "where do you go when the summer's gone?" represents the idea that time moves on, even if you're not ready to let go. The singer questions if they will ever be able to look at the sky again when the sun doesn't shine, or if they've lost their ability to dream. The line "ghosts of love will come now the light is gone" implies that the memory of the person they were with will continue to haunt them even after the relationship has ended.
Overall, Tears is a song that captures the emotions of heartbreak, loss and moving on. It acknowledges the difficulties of letting go and the challenge of finding oneself after someone you love is no longer in your life.
Line by Line Meaning
Tears in my eyes, tears in my eyes
I am crying uncontrollably.
Feeling like there's nothing left to say
I am at a loss for words or actions.
Maybe i should wait for another day
I am contemplating delaying my response or reaction until later.
One more day
A plea to extend the time before taking an action.
Tried to find myself, but now you're gone
I attempted to find my identity, but that was cut short when you left.
I had to find the strength to carry on
I struggled to maintain my emotional stability to keep going.
Tears in my eyes
I am overcome with sadness and despair.
How they fall like rain to the floor
My tears flow down my face continuously and hit the ground.
Where do you go when the summer's gone?
I am questioning where you are and what you are doing now that our time together is over.
Walking away is the same as closing the door
Leaving a situation is equal to permanently ending it.
Can you look at the sky when the sun don't shine?
Is it possible to find happiness in dark times?
Look in my eyes
I am asking you to truly see my emotions and struggles.
You can see my dreams on the floor
My hopes and aspirations have been crushed and abandoned.
Where do i go now the summer is gone?
I am lost and directionless now that our relationship has ended.
Run through the field like a child who's closing the door
I want to run away and escape my current reality, like a child shutting the door on their problems.
You're feeling the wind now the sun don't shine
You are experiencing the harsh realities of life and are unable to find joy and happiness.
Losing you would always be my fear
The thought of losing you was always a source of dread and anxiety.
Never knowing if you'd still be here
I was always uncertain if you would stay by my side.
Remembering the words you said to me
I am replaying old conversations and words we exchanged.
Saying that you had to set me free
You expressed the need to end our relationship to allow me to move on.
Ghosts of love will come
Memories and remnants of our relationship will continue to haunt me.
Now the light is gone
The brightness and joy in my life has been extinguished.
Haunting my soul
The memories and emotions associated with our relationship are tormenting me.
Never letting go
The pain and heartbreak from our relationship continues to linger.
Through my broken dreams
My hopes and aspirations have been shattered.
Hear you calling me
I am imagining that you are reaching out to me, even though you are not.
Lonely like the wind
I am suffering from intense loneliness, like when the wind howls on a quiet night.
Echoes back again
My emotions and memories are resurfacing and repeating themselves.
Feeling like there's nothing left to say...
I have run out of words to express my emotions and thoughts.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GEOFF N DOWNES, JOHNNY WARMAN
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lordkevin89
I loved her back in 2008 when she was first coming out. It's a shame she never got really big because her voice and her music is awesome. I would love to hear new stuff from her!
Midwestluv
2021! I remember singing my heart out to this song in middle school!
Janae P
I like Asia's voice , it young , high pitched Letoya's is more mellow , Asia gave the song youth While Letoya gave the song soul . I Like both .
HootyInWonderLand
Her voice is sooo gentle and soothing. She did this song way better
JayLovezMusic
They sing both songs very well, they bring what they've got to the song :)
Dee Fergy
I like this version also i had to listen to it a couple more times it does sound good like her first love and letoyas sound like she been in love for a while you know both versions are good
Janay
2021 and still listening. Been coming back every year 💕💕💕
Diamond Rayy
I love how Asia did this! 💕
Sammy Jackson
The lyrics really makes sense to me , and what a great voice!
kiara brinkley
My opinion she sing it just as good as letoya.They both have wonderful voices.You just can't compare singers to each other every singer has their own style and signature. Check out group 7/27 on youtube ktrb90