The Beginning of Escape with Romeo.
Founded by guitarist and si… Read Full Bio ↴1989:
The Beginning of Escape with Romeo.
Founded by guitarist and singer Thomas Elbern after leaving Pink Turns Blue.
The release of the famous first album (deleted) with the classic "Somebody"
1990:
playing first gigs and released "Somebody" as a single and "Helicopters In The Falling Rain" (both deleted)
1991:
Release of the second album "Autumn On Venus".
1992:
Big German and European tour and the release of "Stripped", unplugged versions of "Somebody", "Darknesstaker" (deleted). Release of "Serious" a coverversion of the uv pop classic (deleted).
1993:
Release of the 3.Album "Next Stop Eternally". Open air festivals and over 50 gigs in Germany.
1994:
Release of the 2 CD Box "Like Eyes In The Sunshine". A kind of 'best of' compilation with a lot of unreleased songs limited to 2000 Copies and sold out in 3 Months.
1995:
Release of "Kalt Und Elektrisch" a solo album by Escape-mastermind "Elbern" in German language (also as a CD ROM).
1996:
The 4th Escape Album "Blast Of Silence" is released. 2 German tours
1998:
Release of the 5th album "How Far Can You Go?", which was recorded and produced in the bands own "Zeitklang" Studio, and came out as a limited double CD (one is studio only the other one is a live recording with "White Room" "Somebody" (8 minutes Version) "Escape with Romeo" and much more.
2000:
The recording of "Come Here White Light" on Zeitklang, Cologne, Germany.
2001:
Release of the sixth album "Come Here White Light" in january via the band's own Label "Zeitklang" and the international distributor "Nova Media". 17 date tour through Germany in March. New songs for the seventh album "Love Alchemy" are written and first demos recorded.
2002:
march: the release of the seventh album "Love Alchemy". Gigs in Valencia and Barcelona.
April: Tour through germany.
Oktober: another German tour incl. Berlin / Munich / Cologne.
2003:
April: Release of acoustic ep "Stripped Again".
May: Gigs in Spain (Barcelona/Madrid) and in Switzerland for the first time.
June-December: Recording, mixing and mastering of the eight album.
2004:
Feb/March: Release of the eight album; "Psalms Of Survival".
April: Gigs in the UK and germany.
Rest of year: Working on "Document", their first DVD.
2005:
Jan/March: Working on "Document".
April: Releasing "Document". Features a live gig in Spain and lots of specials and older video material, as well as an audio CD.
2007:
Release of the ninth album; "Emotional Iceage", which features a bonus CD with rare tracks and alternative versions of some known songs.
2008:
A new 'best of' compilation is in the making, and the band is working on new songs as well.
Face in the River
Escape With Romeo Lyrics
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Even in the strangest moments
I just can't get enough
I wake up in the afternoon
Ignore the fairies call
Inside I'm so touched by your beauty
You can have it all
But the river is deep and wild
I want to jump into your loving arms
Just like a homeless child
Time is running
Even in paradise
You just lie there painless
And close your eyes
There's a need for hunger
There's aneed for thirst
In this vulcano of emotion
I just want to burst
I can see...
Radiovoice:
Another dead body found in the river
It isn't clear yet if it's another suicide or a murder case
Police stars another investigation
I can see his face in the river
But the river is deep and wild
I see the cry for help in his loving eyes
Just like a homeless child
Homeless child
The song "Face in the River" by Escape With Romeo is a haunting and emotional track about the search for love and the desire to connect with someone on a deep level. The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics, highlighting the importance of having someone to love in life. The singer expresses that he cannot get enough of the person he loves, even in the midst of strange or difficult situations. The afternoon awakening and the internal feelings of beauty and pain highlight the intense emotional journey the singer is going through in his search for love.
The chorus of the song is particularly powerful, as the singer describes seeing his lover's face in the river. However, he also acknowledges the dangers of the river, which is deep and wild. Despite this, the singer longs to jump into his lover's arms like a homeless child seeking comfort and safety. The lyrics continue to explore the complexities of love and the need for connection, recognizing the passing of time as well as the intensity of emotions like hunger and thirst. The final verse of the song is particularly poignant, as it brings in a news report of a dead body found in the river, possibly the result of a suicide, highlighting the dark and dangerous side of love and desire.
Overall, "Face in the River" is a powerful and intense exploration of the human desire for love and connection, as well as the dangers and complexities that come with it. The lyrics are filled with emotion and vivid imagery, drawing the listener in and engaging them in the story of the singer's search for love.
Line by Line Meaning
Life is pointless without someone to love
Without love life feels meaningless
Even in the strangest moments, I just can't get enough
No matter how unconventional or bizarre our moments are, my desire for love cannot be satisfied
I wake up in the afternoon, Ignore the fairies call
I'm lethargic and dismissive of anything that doesn't involve my love interest
Inside I'm so touched by your beauty, You can have it all
Your beauty has such a profound impact on me that I'd give you everything I have
I can see your face in the river, But the river is deep and wild, I want to jump into your loving arms, Just like a homeless child
I see your reflection in the river but getting to you feels dangerous and uncertain. I want your love and protection, just like a vulnerable, homeless child
Time is running, Even in paradise, You just lie there painless, And close your eyes
Time is passing by even in the best of times. You're passive and unresponsive, showing no desire to take action
There's a need for hunger, There's a need for thirst, In this vulcano of emotion, I just want to burst
I feel a strong desire and passion for love and affection. It's overwhelming and intense, and I can hardly contain it
Radiovoice: Another dead body found in the river, It isn't clear yet if it's another suicide or a murder case, Police starts another investigation
A person has been found dead in the river, and authorities are unsure if it's a suicide or homicide. Police have started an investigation
I can see his face in the river, But the river is deep and wild, I see the cry for help in his loving eyes, Just like a homeless child, Homeless child
I see the reflection of a person in distress in the river, but the river poses a danger to those who attempt to reach them. I can see the pain and need for help in their eyes, like a vulnerable and helpless child
Writer(s): Elbern
Contributed by Miles Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.