Their first album was released in 1985. It was very successful in Europe, particularly in France. The album included the two hits "When Your Heart Is Weak" and "The Promise You Made".
In 1987, the second album, "After Here Through Midland", was released. Including the hit "Just Around The Corner", it was a success as well.
1989 saw the release of the third album, "First Love Last Rites", which included the hit "Worlds Apart". Unfortunately the band split up a few time after.
During its short career, the band toured in a few European countries and achieved great popularity with its romantic songs.
The band was reformed in 2006, releasing the fourth album "I Don't Want To Save The World", much to the joy of a loyal following of fans. In the meantime, Peter Kingsbery had achieved a solo career, releasing 4 albums that failed to garner much attention, even in France.
In 2009, the band is coming back with a new album, a live recording of the 2006 Chalons-en-Champagne concert, and a tour in France, the Netherlands and Switzerland.
Related links :
- International Cock Robin forum
- Cock Robin French Site
Because It Keeps on Working
Cock Robin Lyrics
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I want to lay down, but I got no home
Is there a better place?
Cast into the open, with nowhere else to go
I feel right now that I could rest my bones
Or should I stay awake?
Tired of going in circles, trying to stay alive
Because it keeps on working
Don't make it right
I'll try anything, that could somehow free me from
The ball and chain
If I can hold out, for I've nowhere else to run
Or person to blame
I may be weary
But I'm on my feet again
I had a love that I could call my own
But I had no choice
Who's afraid of nothing, must be clinging to the vine
Because it keeps on working
Don't make it right
I raise my head high, and make a toast to the fallen saints
Bless their souls
It's been a long ride, we've all endured some aches and pains
Heaven knows
Could have been easier
But misery loves me so
Cast into the open with nowhere else to go
Tired of going in circles, trying to stay alive
Because it keeps on working
Don't make it right
Lots of understanding, no one gets enough
Who's afraid of nothing, must be clinging to the vine
Because it keeps on working
Don't make it right
The lyrics of Cock Robin's "Because It Keeps On Working" touch upon the theme of resilience and the idea that just because something keeps working or enduring, it doesn't necessarily make it right. The song explores the feeling of being lost or homeless, both physically and emotionally, and the struggle to stay alive, while also acknowledging the importance of perseverance and resilience. The singer reflects on the choices they've made in life, including holding onto a love that may not have been the best choice for them, and the fact that they have nowhere else to run or person to blame. Despite feeling weary, they raise their head high and make a toast to the fallen saints, recognizing that everyone endures some aches and pains in life, but that misery loves them for some reason.
Through the repeated phrase "because it keeps on working, don't make it right," Cock Robin touches upon the idea that just because something persists, it doesn't necessarily mean it's good or the right course of action. The song suggests that in order to truly find freedom and break free from the ball and chain that holds us down, we must be willing to try something different, even if it's uncomfortable or uncertain. The lyric "who's afraid of nothing, must be clinging to the vine" suggests that sometimes we hold onto things simply because we're afraid of letting go and facing the unknown.
Overall, Cock Robin's "Because It Keeps On Working" is a thoughtful exploration of resilience, perseverance, and the importance of being willing to try something different in order to break free from the past.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to lay down, but I got no home
I am tired and want to rest, but I have nowhere to go.
Is there a better place?
Do I have other options?
Cast into the open, with nowhere else to go
I am alone and have been left with no choice.
I feel right now that I could rest my bones
I am physically exhausted and need to relax.
Or should I stay awake?
Maybe I should keep going.
Tired of going in circles, trying to stay alive
I am exhausted from trying to survive.
Because it keeps on working
Persistence does not always indicate what is right.
Don't make it right
Success does not justify unethical behavior.
I'll try anything, that could somehow free me from
I am willing to take risks to escape my situation.
The ball and chain
The burden of my circumstances that holds me back.
If I can hold out, for I've nowhere else to run
I must persevere because I have no other options available to me.
Or person to blame
I cannot shift responsibility for my predicament to anyone else.
I may be weary
I am exhausted.
But I'm on my feet again
But I am still standing and moving forward.
I had a love that I could call my own
I once had someone to love and who loved me.
But I had no choice
But that love did not give me a way out of my current situation.
Who's afraid of nothing, must be clinging to the vine
Those who are fearless may still be desperate and grasping for anything to hold onto.
I raise my head high, and make a toast to the fallen saints
I honor those who have sacrificed for a better life.
Bless their souls
May their departed souls find peace and rest.
It's been a long ride, we've all endured some aches and pains
We have all suffered and struggled on our journey through life.
Heaven knows
God knows the trials and tribulations we face.
Could have been easier
Things could have been less difficult.
But misery loves me so
But I seem to attract hardship and difficulty.
Lots of understanding, no one gets enough
Many people may understand my struggles, but no one fully comprehends them.
Because it keeps on working
Persistence does not always indicate what is right.
Don't make it right
Success does not justify unethical behavior.
Who's afraid of nothing, must be clinging to the vine
Those who are fearless may still be desperate and grasping for anything to hold onto.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management
Written by: PETER KINGSBERY
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on When Your Heart Is Weak
Listened to it in the 80s and now it creeps me out. Sounds like a stalker is watching...