They additionally have had several other dance-inspired tunes throughout the 80s and early 90s that gained underground popularity. Other examples of their songs include 1986's "You Make Me Feel So Good" and "Modigliani (Lost in Your Eyes)" as well as 1991's "Alice Everyday" and 1992's "Flower in My Hand". The group's new wave sound has showed a debt to eccentric art rock as well as electronic music artists of the early 80s. For example, their remix of Mike Oldfield's "Tubular Bells (Theme From the Exorcist)" was another number one smash for them.
Book of Love came to an end in 1993, with the group being dormant for some time. A best-of collection titled 'I Touch Roses: The Best of Book Of Love' came out in 2001. Receiving some critical praise, with Allmusic's Michael Gallucci labeling it as having "spare synth-pop and sunny melodies", a new Peter Rauhofer remix of "Boy" successfully hit the dance charts and brought the group back into the spotlight. They're toured occasionally since then. Ted and Lauren have also released music recently with a new project called The Myrmidons. Ted has done production work for NYC-based duo Dangerous Muse as well.
Tubular Bells
Book Of Love Lyrics
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Stop
Stop
Make it stop
The repetition of "Stop" in the opening lines of the song "Tubular Bells" by Book of Love creates a sense of urgency and desperation. The plea to "make it stop" suggests that the singer is experiencing some kind of pain or discomfort, either physical or emotional. The repetitive nature of the lyrics could also indicate a sense of helplessness, as if the singer feels trapped in the midst of a difficult situation.
As the song progresses, the lyrics become more cryptic, with references to "diamonds in the sky" and other surreal imagery. The line "sitting on the edge of the world" could suggest a feeling of isolation or disconnection from reality. The repeated refrain of "take me away" reinforces this sense of longing for escape or release from whatever difficult situation the singer is experiencing.
Overall, the lyrics of "Tubular Bells" are haunting and poetic, with a sense of ambiguity that allows them to be interpreted in a variety of ways. The song's dreamlike quality, combined with the repetition of certain key phrases, creates a hypnotic effect that draws the listener in and immerses them in the singer's emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Stop
There is a need to halt something or someone from continuing with the current activity or behavior.
Stop
The singer is expressing urgency or desperation in their request for something to come to a halt.
Stop
The same pleading request is repeated, emphasizing the importance of stopping the current situation.
Make it stop
The artist is asking for action to be taken to end the current situation, as simply asking for it to stop may not be enough.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: MICHAEL GORDON OLDFIELD
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@rayfraz5585
Went to a club called Medusa’s in Chicago when I was younger. The record release party for this album happened to be the same night. My first night out in the city and I walked out with a free copy of this album. This song always brings me back to that night.
@joseayala6446
I remember Medusa's when visiting my friends in Chicago... fun place, and yes I was there at about the same time!
@kenpokarate4187
My Brother partied at Medusa's Chicago in the *80's all the time! BEST DANCER I have ever seen!!
@BlackhaloZ
I remember being in some mall hipster shop in the '90's hearing this and thinking it was amazing. Little did I know of Mike Oldfeild or the Exorcist connotation.
@danadoozer9990
That's so cool! I used to go to Medusas too!
@danadoozer9990
That's so cool! I used to go to Medusas too!
@ismaelvegacifuentes5955
Valencia. España. Que fiestasssss. En todos los pubs, clubs y discos
@juanfranciscogarciagarcia3859
🧩🚨🎠🎪💃💯♥️💥🥁🎊🤠
@BetinEliHndz915
Who else is listening To Book of Love in 2020☝️👍🙏❤️
@stroudsvids
Apparently I am. Haven’t listened to them since 89