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Brian Poole was lead singer with English beat group Brian Poole & the Tremeloes from their foundation in 1958 until he left the band in 1966 (when the band changed it name to The Tremeloes). As a soloist, Poole failed to chart with subsequent records, but pursued a successful cabaret career.
Silence Is Golden
Brian Poole Lyrics
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To see someone do something to her
Oh don't it pain to see someone cry
How especially if that someone is her
Silence is golden, but my eyes still see
Silence is golden, golden, but my eyes still see
Even though there is no where to go
How could she tell he deceived her so well
Pity she'll be the last one to know
How many times will she fall for his lines
Should I tell her or should I be cool
And if I tried I know she'd say I lied
Mind your business don't hurt her you fool
Silence is golden, but my eyes still see
Silence is golden, golden, but my eyes still see
The lyrics of Brian Poole & The Tremeloes's song Silence Is Golden convey the pain and hurt of watching someone you care about being mistreated by their partner. The singer expresses his agony at witnessing someone important in his life being brought to tears by their significant other's actions. It is clear that he deeply cares for her since he feels her pain as if it were his own.
The song acknowledges that although silence is often perceived as a virtue, it can also be painful. The singer is torn between his desire to protect the woman he cares for and his fear of interfering in her relationship. He recognizes that talking about the issue is easy and predictable, but it is not always the best solution. He understands that people often blindly follow others even when they know they are heading nowhere.
The lyrics present the struggle of watching a loved one struggle in a toxic relationship, and the difficulty in deciding whether to intervene and potentially ruin their relationship, or remain silent and watch them suffer. It highlights the importance of communication in any relationship, and the danger of staying silent in the face of abuse and deception.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh don't it hurt deep inside
It is painful to feel emotionally hurt
To see someone do something to her
Especially when it is directed towards someone close
Oh don't it pain to see someone cry
Witnessing someone's emotional pain can be difficult
How especially if that someone is her
It is particularly hard when the person crying is a loved one
Silence is golden, but my eyes still see
Often it is wiser to remain silent, but it can be hard to ignore the situation
Talking is cheap people follow like sheep
People tend to follow others without much thought or analysis
Even though there is no where to go
Despite the lack of value or benefit from following blindly
How could she tell he deceived her so well
It is difficult to detect deception from someone who is good at it
Pity she'll be the last one to know
It is unfortunate that she will only realize the deception after it is too late
How many times will she fall for his lines
It is concerning that she continues to be deceived by this person
Should I tell her or should I be cool
The singer is unsure whether to inform her or stay silent
And if I tried I know she'd say I lied
She may not believe the artist if they try to tell her the truth
Mind your business don't hurt her you fool
Others may advise the singer to not get involved and potentially harm her
Silence is golden, but my eyes still see
Despite the benefits of silence, it is hard to turn a blind eye to the situation
Silence is golden, golden, but my eyes still see
The repetition emphasizes the internal conflict between staying silent and acknowledging the issue
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BOB CREWE, BOB GAUDIO
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@mishu1956
Oh, don't it hurt deep inside
To see someone do something to her
Oh, don't it pain to see someone cry
Oh, especially when someone is her
Silence is golden, but my eyes still see
Silence is golden, golden, but my eyes still see
Talking is cheap, people follow like sheep
Even though there is nowhere to go
How could she tell? He deceived her so well
Pity she'll be the last one to know
Silence is golden, but my eyes still see
Silence is golden, golden, but my eyes still see
How many times did she fall for his lies?
Should I tell her or should I keep cool?
And if I tried I know she'll say I lied
Mind your business, don't hurt her, you fool
Silence is golden, but my eyes still see
Silence is golden, golden, but my eyes still see
But my eyes still see, but my eyes still see
@aj6495
Danced to this song, and deeply in love in 1967. I was 15 yrs. Old. Now 72. But i still remember the girl and the time i was young and so in love❤
@Ben_Zinka-Nister
Me too. 😔😔😔
@dougelliott5191
Greatest songs Greatest times.
@clydequinn4395
I guess its normal to never forget our first Love.... Somewhere out there is mine
@hendrikdebruin4012
67 and still waiting for that first love. When I get up there I will have some questions to ask.
@CarlosSanchez-fi1bb
Disculpen la pregunta LOS TREMELOES fueron cuatrillisos? Esque son idénticos.
@judydomagalla4256
1967 I was 14 years, now i am 70 and I still love this song...💕
@kikaklaus9515
so am I 😀
@Battek1
To były piękne lata...
@oltedders
I graduated from high school in 1967. Turned 74 3 weeks ago. The beauty of this song is enduring.