The Zombies disbanded. In the early 70's, Blunstone re-emerged as a solo act, and scored several major hits. The music featured rhythm guitar now and ranged from string arranged melodies, to rock, to American folk. The Zombies were never far away; for instance, "Andorra", written by co-Zombies Rod Argent and White, is a remake of "Time of the Season".
"One Year" was his first solo album.
In the late 70's Colin lent his voice to The Alan Parsons Project, a logical progression from his solo work, as can be heard in a song such as "Old and Wise".
Colin is currently touring and recording again with Rod Argent, another founder member of the Zombies, performing both new material and hits from their joint and solo careers.
What Becomes of the Broken Hearted
Colin Blunstone Lyrics
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I have visions of many things.
Love's happiness is just an illusion filled with sadness and confusion.
What becomes of the brokenhearted who had love that's now departed?
I know I've got to find some kind of peace of mind.
Maybe, the fruits of love grow all around
but for me they come a tumblin' down.
I can't stand this pain much longer.
I walk in shadows, searching for light,
cold and alone, no comfort in sight.
Hoping and prayin' for
Someone to care, always movin' and goin' nowhere.
What becomes of the brokenhearted who had love that's now departed?
I know I've got to find some kind of peace of mind.
Maybe, I'm searching though I don't succeed,
but someone look, there's a growing need.
Oh, he is lost, there's no place for beginning;
all that's left is an unhappy ending.
What becomes of the brokenhearted who had love that's now departed?
I know I've got to find some kind of peace of mind.
I'll be searching ev'rywhere just find someone to care.
I'll be looking ev'ry day;
I know I'm gonna find a way.
Nothing's gonna stop me now;
I'll find a way some how.
I'll be searching ev'rywhere just find someone to care.
I'll be looking ev'ry day;
I know I'm gonna find a way.
Nothing's gonna stop me now;
I'll find a way some how.
The song "What Becomes Of The Broken Hearted" by Colin Blunstone tells the story of someone who has lost love and is struggling to find meaning and peace in their life. The lyrics convey a feeling of hopelessness and despair, as the singer walks through life with broken dreams and shattered illusions of love's happiness. The chorus repeats the question "what becomes of the brokenhearted" and emphasizes the search for comfort and hope.
The second verse suggests that although love may exist all around, it doesn't seem to work for the singer. It seems that every day heartaches become stronger, and the pain is becoming unbearable. The singer walks in shadows, in search of light, but finds no comfort, hoping and praying for someone to care. The final verse indicates that the search for love continues and suggests that the singer will persevere and find someone who cares. Nothing will stop the singer from finding a way to move on, and the lyrics end on an optimistic note.
Overall, the song's lyrics speak to the universal experience of heartbreak and the human desire for connection and love. It recognizes the pain of loss but also emphasizes the need to keep searching for hope and happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
As I walk this land with broken dreams
As I go through life feeling defeated and hopeless
I have visions of many things.
I still have a glimmer of hope and imagination in me
Love's happiness is just an illusion filled with sadness and confusion.
The joy that love brings is fleeting, and often brings more pain than pleasure
What becomes of the brokenhearted who had love that's now departed?
What happens to those of us who have lost love and are now alone?
I know I've got to find some kind of peace of mind.
I am aware that I must find some sort of inner peace in order to move forward
Maybe, the fruits of love grow all around but for me they come a tumblin' down.
Perhaps love is abundant for others, but for me it always falls apart
Ev'ry day heartaches grow a little stronger; I can't stand this pain much longer.
Every day, the pain in my heart deepens and becomes more unbearable
I walk in shadows, searching for light, cold and alone, no comfort in sight.
I feel lost and devoid of hope, constantly searching for something to fill the void
Hoping and prayin' for someone to care, always movin' and goin' nowhere.
Desperately wishing for someone to care about me, while feeling stuck and without direction
Maybe, I'm searching though I don't succeed, but someone look, there's a growing need.
Although I haven't had success in my search for love, I know there is still a deep longing within me
Oh, he is lost, there's no place for beginning; all that's left is an unhappy ending.
The one I loved is gone, and I am left with no sense of how to move on; the future seems bleak
I'll be searching ev'rywhere just find someone to care.
I'll keep looking for a connection with someone who truly cares for me
I'll be looking ev'ry day; I know I'm gonna find a way.
I am determined to keep searching, believing that I will eventually find what I am looking for
Nothing's gonna stop me now; I'll find a way some how.
No obstacle or setback will deter me from my pursuit of love and happiness
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: James Anthony Dean, Paul Riser, William Henry Witherspoonn
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@futilityroom
Beautiful.
@traceywilson8700
I love it when a Cover of a song is completely different from the original. Think they do a great job with this. Very haunting and beautiful.
@user-yc5um2pl5v
Yes, this and "Tainted love" are prime examples of such approach. Also may add Paul Young's "Wherever I Lay My Hat".
@stevenjoyce421
Roxy Music, Jealous Guy.
@alexandrae4379
Always impressive song with the remarkable voice of mister Colin Blunstone 😘❤
@helenswan2076
Almost had forgotten how much I loved this
@Teacher-lj6in
Ah the sounds of 81,great era of music!
@ajs41
Those 1981 synths always sound so mysterious. Another example is on Under Your Thumb by Godley & Creme.
@hernquist
1980
@ZoeSummers1701A
Best version. Amazing arrangement and production.