On her multi-faceted new album Smile, the sultry singer and songwriter goes deeper emotionally than ever before. Inspired by the steep challenges and great joys of keeping a long term relationship afloat, the 10 track collection invites fans and new listeners alike to experience compelling moments along the journey—from confusion and darkness to sparks of daylight and the assurance that no matter what, all will somehow work out for the best.
Carol co-produced Smile (and co-wrote all but one of its songs) with Grammy nominated keyboardist, recording artist, composer and producer Jeff Lorber, who played on her popular 2002 release Duboc and co-wrote the track “I Wanna Love Someone” with her on that album. Lorber invited several of the studio greats who worked on his most recent Jeff Lorber Fusion recording Galaxy to add their jazzy sensibilities and soulful power to the Smile sessions – including drummer Vinnie Colaiuta, electric bassist Jimmy Haslip and guitarist Michael Thompson. Select tracks of Smile feature Grammy nominated bassist Brian Bromberg.
Every Breath You Take
Carol Duboc Lyrics
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Every bond you break, every step you take, I'll be watching you
Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay, I'll be watching you
Oh, can't you see you belong to me
How my poor heart aches with every step you take
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake, I'll be watching you
Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace
I dream at night, I can only see your face
I look around but it's you I can't replace
I feel so cold and I long for your embrace
I keep crying, "Baby, baby, please"
Every bond you break, every step you take, I'll be watching you
Oh, can't you see you belong to me
How my poor heart aches with every step you take
Every breath you take and every move you make
Every bond you break, every step you take (I'll be watching you)
Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)
The lyrics to Carol Duboc's song "Every Breath You Take" speak to the concept of obsessive love. The singer of the song is watching the person they love every moment of every day. They monitor their every action, every word that they say, and every place they go. The repetition of the phrase "I'll be watching you" demonstrates the obsessive nature of their feelings.
The intensity of the singer's love is further evidenced by the lines "Oh, can't you see you belong to me / How my poor heart aches with every step you take." Here, they express the belief that the person they love is their property and their own heartache is directly tied to their actions.
The latter half of the song speaks to the pain the singer feels since the person they love has gone. They dream of this person, cannot replace them, and long for their embrace. Despite the fact that their love may have been unwanted or damaging, the singer cannot let go and continue to "watch" the person they love.
Overall, "Every Breath You Take" speaks to the dark side of love - a love that is possessive, obsessive, and ultimately damaging to all involved.
Line by Line Meaning
Every breath you take and every move you make
I am observant and keeping an eye on you at all times, noticing even the slightest things you do.
Every bond you break, every step you take, I'll be watching you
I pay attention to every choice you make, including when you end relationships and where you go in life.
Every single day and every word you say
I am listening closely to you, absorbing and analyzing every word and action you take.
Every game you play, every night you stay, I'll be watching you
Even when I'm not physically with you, I am tracking every decision you make and every action you take, no matter how small.
Oh, can't you see you belong to me
I feel a sense of ownership over you and believe that you should be mine.
How my poor heart aches with every step you take
It hurts me emotionally to watch you make decisions and live life without me.
Every move you make, every vow you break
I am attuned to every promise you don't keep, every decision you make that goes back on your word.
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake, I'll be watching you
Even your fake actions and words don't escape my attention; I am aware of every action you take, no matter how insincere.
Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace
I feel adrift and empty without you in my life, like a part of me is missing.
I dream at night, I can only see your face
You occupy my thoughts and dreams, and I have a strong fixation on you.
I look around but it's you I can't replace
Despite trying to move on, I find it impossible to replace you and fill the void you left in my life.
I feel so cold and I long for your embrace
I crave your warmth and physical presence in my life, and feel lonely without you.
I keep crying, "Baby, baby, please"
I beg and plead for your return, desperately wanting you back in my life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Gordon Sumner
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