Early career
He was born Robin Peter Smith in Swanley, Kent and attended Swanley Secondary Modern School. He learned guitar, and left school in 1954 to become an assistant cinema projectionist. In 1956, he gave his first live performance, as a member of The Hard Travellers. Through the late 1950s and early 1960s, he was a member of The Country Gentlemen, Beat Formula Three, and Peter & The Wolves. In 1964, as a member of Peter & The Wolves, St. Peters made his first commercial recording.
Decca label
St. Peters was signed to Decca Records in 1965. His first two singles on this record label, "Invecto Show" and "At This Moment", proved unsuccessful on the charts. He made two television appearances in England in February of that year, featuring in the shows Scene At 6.30 and Ready Steady Go!
In 1966, St. Peters' career finally yielded a Top 10 hit in the UK Singles Chart, when "You Were On My Mind" entered the listing, eventually hitting #2. The single was then released in the U.S. on the Philadelphia-based Jamie label, but it did not chart at first. However, his fourth release, "The Pied Piper", became forever known as his signature song, reaching #4 on the Billboard Hot 100, and #5 in the UK. No subsequent release would ever match the success of "The Pied Piper", although the latter's success helped boost "You Were On My Mind" into the U.S. Top 40.
In 1967, St. Peters released his first LP, Follow Me, which was followed by his first EP, Almost Persuaded. But by 1970, he was dropped by Decca.
Square label
Later in 1970, he was signed to Square Records. Under this new record deal, St. Peters released a second LP, Simply, that year. Later still they released his first cassette, The Gospel Tape, in 1986, and a second cassette, New Tracks on Old Lines in 1990. His third cassette, Night Sessions, Vol. 1 was released in 1993.
Several CDs also came from this record deal, including Follow Me in 1991, The Anthology in 1996, Night Sessions, Vol. 1 in 1998, The Gospel Tape in 1999, and, finally, Songs From The Attic in 2000.
Personal life
From 1969 to 1974, St. Peters was married to his wife named Collette. The marriage produced a daughter, Samantha, and a son, Lee.
On 1 January 1995, at the age of 56, he suffered a major stroke. His music career was severely weakened by this, and in 2001, he announced his retirement from the music industry. He was hospitalized several times with pneumonia since 2003.
He died on 8 June 2010, after a long illness, at the age of 71.
When We Meet
Crispian St. Peters Lyrics
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I can't believe you'd still see me the same after all this
And it all falls apart
It seems so strong the lies so tempting tighten their grip
And on and on just wondering when the cycle ends
This question I hold it just won't leave me alone
I'm up at night and the weight on my shoulders is lifted high
When you shine a light on the darkest parts of my life
You say flesh of my flesh I would do anything for you
Draw close to the author of life whose heart is your safety and refuge
I'll always be at your side and our love could never be divided
I hear the desperate plea at night, it was then that our two hearts collided
I'm on my way I'm coming home
I hear you say you'll never be alone
I'm on my way I'm coming home
I hear you say you'll never be alone
The lyrics to Crispian St. Peters’s song “When We Meet” convey themes of vulnerability, trust, and love. The opening lines, “Would you believe if you saw the brokenness / I can't believe you'd still see me the same after all this,” suggest a speaker who is grappling with feelings of unworthiness, yet still looking for validation from another. The next lines, “And it all falls apart / It seems so strong the lies so tempting tighten their grip / And on and on just wondering when the cycle ends,” highlight the sense of futility and helplessness that can come from trying to navigate difficult situations.
However, the singer finds solace in the love and support of another person. The lines, “You say flesh of my flesh I would do anything for you / Draw close to the author of life whose heart is your safety and refuge / I'll always be at your side and our love could never be divided,” portray a relationship built on trust, loyalty, and shared values. The final lines, “I'm on my way I'm coming home / I hear you say you'll never be alone,” reinforce a sense of belonging and connection, and suggest that the singer has found a safe haven in the presence of this other person.
All in all, ”When We Meet” is a song about the power of love to provide comfort and healing in times of difficulty. The combination of vulnerable lyrics and a catchy, upbeat melody makes for a compelling listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Would you believe if you saw the brokenness
Do you think it's possible for someone to accept me despite my flaws?
I can't believe you'd still see me the same after all this
I'm amazed that you love me the way you do, even though I'm not perfect.
And it all falls apart
Sometimes life seems to crumble around me.
It seems so strong the lies so tempting tighten their grip
Falsehoods can feel powerful, and it's hard not to be tempted by them.
And on and on just wondering when the cycle ends
I keep hoping for a way to break free from the negative patterns in my life.
This question I hold it just won't leave me alone
I can't shake the nagging feeling that there has to be more to life than this.
I'm up at night and the weight on my shoulders is lifted high
Sometimes, talking to you gives me a sense of relief and helps me feel lighter.
When you shine a light on the darkest parts of my life
You have a way of illuminating the difficult parts of my past and present in a kind and loving way.
You say flesh of my flesh I would do anything for you
You speak to me like we are one, and it makes me feel loved and valued.
Draw close to the author of life whose heart is your safety and refuge
It's important to remember that God is always with us and can provide comfort and protection.
I'll always be at your side and our love could never be divided
I promise to be with you, no matter what struggles or obstacles we face together.
I hear the desperate plea at night, it was then that our two hearts collided
At some point, we both realized we needed each other and that our fates were intertwined.
I'm on my way I'm coming home
I'm looking forward to seeing you soon.
I hear you say you'll never be alone
I know that you truly have my back and that means a lot to me.
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Written by: Peter Sahyouni
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