For the entirety of their recording career (1978-1992), Doug & The Slugs consisted of lead vocalist Doug Bennett, guitarists Rick Baker and John Burton, keyboardist Simon Kendall, bassist Steve Bosley and drummer John "Wally" Watson. Most of the Slugs left the band after 1992 (Kendall stayed until 1994); after this time, Bennett toured with an ever-rotating cast of new musicians, still billing the act as Doug & The Slugs.
Waiting For You
Doug and the Slugs Lyrics
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I may lose a lover here. I may lose a friend
If that is what happens; if that should come to pass
I may not be able to withstand the blast
I need you, I need you
I need you like the clouds need the sky
I need you and I'm not going to let you get away
Looking at these circumstances staring in my face
Makes me blink, turns my head; makes me look away
If this was my Alamo, a last stand metaphor
The meaning clearly points to this
I need you even more
I need you, I need you
I need you like the clouds need the sky
I need you and I'm not going to let you get away
Cause I love you and I'm willing to fight
I won't be the one that let's you get away
And in spite of all this pain, I will stand
But I will be the one who loves you to the end
More than just a friend I'm your man
I need you, I need you
I need you like the clouds need the sky
I need you and I'm not going to let you get away
Cause I love you and I'm willing to fight
I love you, I love you
I love you and I'm willing to fight
In Doug and the Slug's song Waiting for You, the singer is faced with the possibility of losing both a lover and a friend. The uncertainty of what's to come is both daunting and frightening, leading the singer to declare their need for this person - a person they love deeply and are willing to fight for. The song is essentially about holding onto what is most important to us, even when everything else is falling apart.
The metaphor used in the song, comparing the situation to the Battle of the Alamo, is particularly powerful. The Battle of the Alamo was a pivotal moment in Texas history, where roughly two hundred Texans held off an army of more than a thousand Mexican soldiers for thirteen days before finally being defeated. Although the Texans didn't win the battle, they came out of it with a newfound sense of resilience and determination. In the same way, the singer of the song is determined to hold onto what's dear to them, no matter the cost.
Overall, the song is a testament to the strength of love and the way it gives us the courage to face even the most difficult challenges. It's a reminder that when we're faced with uncertain futures, sometimes all we can do is hold on tight to what matters most to us.
Line by Line Meaning
Looking at the road ahead coming to a bend
Anticipating a change in my life that may result in losing someone dear
I may lose a lover here. I may lose a friend
This situation could lead to the end of a romantic relationship or a friendship
If that is what happens; if that should come to pass
In the event that this comes true
I may not be able to withstand the blast
I may not be able to handle the emotional fallout from this event
I need you, I need you
I am dependent on you
I need you like the clouds need the sky
I require you to survive, just as clouds depend on the sky to exist
I need you and I'm not going to let you get away
I am committed to keeping you in my life
Cause I love you and I'm willing to fight
My love for you is so strong that I will fight to keep you in my life
Looking at these circumstances staring in my face
Confronting the reality of my situation
Makes me blink, turns my head; makes me look away
This is a difficult and unpleasant situation to face
If this was my Alamo, a last stand metaphor
If this is my final battle, my last chance to fight
The meaning clearly points to this
The implication is clear
I need you even more
I require your support and love now more than ever
I won't be the one that let's you get away
I refuse to be the reason for losing you
And in spite of all this pain, I will stand
Despite the hurt, I will stay strong
But I will be the one who loves you to the end
I will be the one who loves and supports you through everything
More than just a friend I'm your man
I am more than just a friend, I am your partner and confidante
I love you, I love you
I am deeply, passionately in love with you
I love you and I'm willing to fight
My love for you is so strong that I will fight to keep you in my life
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Written by: Doug McFarland
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