Her solo album Necessary Evil, featuring the single Two Times Blue, was released in Ireland on September 15th 2007, in the UK on September 17th 2007, in the US on October 9th, 2007, and in Germany on October 26th, 2007. The follow-up If I Had You was released in January 2008.
Her single Fit Right In backed with Heat Of The Moment (Feat. Mecca Dawn) was released August 26, 2008.
Official websites:
http://www.debbie-harry.net
http://www.blondie.net
Two Times Blue
Deborah Harry Lyrics
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Well to me this doesn't add up
You can call me Miss Calculation
But I can't give up
I love you through and through
Well maybe I could've been better
Yeah, maybe I've been kind of bad
You'll be two times blue if I go
I know, oh yes I know
You'll be two times blue if I go
So can you tell me, how do you measure
How the bittersweet takes over your mouth
And when the taste is too hard to swallow
Well that's what the sugar's all about
So how can we get back to basics
Before I go down for the count
Because I know, oh yes I know
You'll be two times blue if I go
I know, oh yes I know
You'll be two times blue if I go
You break it, you buy it
You kiss it, you keep it
First you try it, then you leave it
You break it, you buy it
You kiss it, you need it
First you try it, then you need it
I know, oh yes I know
You'll be two times blue if I go
I know, oh yes I know
You'll be two times blue if I go
I know, oh yes I know
You'll be two times blue if I go
I know, oh yes I know
You'll be two times blue if I go
You'll be two times blue
The lyrics of Deborah Harry's song "Two Times Blue" convey a sense of conflict and uncertainty in a romantic relationship. The first verse seems to address accusations of infidelity or disloyalty from the singer's partner, referred to as a "double timer." Despite these accusations, the singer professes their love and dedication, insisting that they "can't give up." The second verse takes a more introspective turn, with the singer acknowledging their own faults and shortcomings. However, the refrain remains the same: the partner will be devastated if the singer leaves, and the singer seems to be grappling with the decision of whether to stay or go.
The chorus also introduces the metaphor of feeling "two times blue," which could be interpreted as a kind of double sadness or grief. The image of sugar masking a bitter taste could represent a desire to hide or ignore negative feelings, or perhaps an attempt to mitigate or sweeten an unpleasant situation. The repetition of phrases like "You break it, you buy it" and "First you try it, then you need it" could be interpreted in a few different ways. Perhaps they speak to a lack of commitment or investment on the part of the singer, or maybe they're meant to convey a sense of circularity or inevitability in the relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
When you tell me that I'm a double timer
When you accuse me of being unfaithful
Well to me this doesn't add up
I don't understand why you would think that
You can call me Miss Calculation
You can say I made a mistake
But I can't give up
But I won't stop fighting for our relationship
I love you through and through
I love you completely and unconditionally
Well maybe I could've been better
Maybe I haven't been the best partner
Yeah, maybe I've been kind of bad
Yeah, I admit I haven't always been great
But I know, oh yes I know
But I am sure
You'll be two times blue if I go
You will be twice as sad if I leave
So can you tell me, how do you measure
Can you explain to me how you gauge
How the bittersweet takes over your mouth
How the sweet and sour emotions mix inside of you
And when the taste is too hard to swallow
And when the feelings become too difficult to handle
Well that's what the sugar's all about
That's why we need a little bit of sweetness to make it bearable
So how can we get back to basics
How can we simplify things again
Before I go down for the count
Before I give up completely
You break it, you buy it
You are responsible for the outcome of your actions
You kiss it, you keep it
If you show love, you should commit to it
First you try it, then you leave it
First you attempt it, and then you abandon it
You break it, you buy it
You are responsible for the outcome of your actions
You kiss it, you need it
If you show love, you should feel it too
First you try it, then you need it
First you attempt it, and then you come to rely on it
You'll be two times blue
You'll be very sad
if I go
if I leave
Contributed by James W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Stiggy333
A lot of artists can't keep their voices so good for so long. Debbie's voice is still perfect!
@autoamerican
Imagine how huge this could have been if it had Blondie's name on it?!!! This is in my top 5 favorite Debbie Harry songs. Video is perfect.
@sweetjane5033
I believe you can have more than one person you are in love with at once!!!
@anthonypalumbo176
I love you sweetheart your the greatest
@brucifer1031
Saw her perform this live right before the record came out and it was awesome
@welling1
Why so few views? This song is fucking great!
@georgebosse9393
I met a guy in Sabino Byclcle...takin in my bike for a tune. I had on a Blondie tee...repair guy was popped open and we were yakin. He said her met Deborah and Chris at a matinee in Denver watching some Star Wars movie...they were the four people in the matinee. BLONDIE come to TUCSON!
@Stiggy333
But um...excuse me...This was uploaded in 2010 and not even 2000 views! COME ON PEOPLE! We should be showing love to real artists like Debbie. NOT the other fake ''artists'' of today!
@matowahya4326
Debbie Will Always Be Timeless With Her Music And Creativity
@Celluloidkid
You break it, you buy it
You kiss it, you keep it
First you try it, then you leave it
You break it, you buy it
You kiss it, you need it
First you try it, then you need it