True Romance
Golden Silvers Lyrics


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True romance (2x)

Any time you hear the door bells ring
Never turn your back on love
Never never never let it in swing
Like art, take 'em; should your lover die, shine your shoes
Watch out, keep your windows down.
Tomorrow it could be you
Get out of bed, get ahead, get a hat, read the rags
Read the news
Stay in fashion, make some cash.
You really got nothin' left to lose

Chorus
(True romance)
Find a new romance
(True romance)
Another true romance
Give yourself another chance
Forgive your brothers and sisters
Find some time for tea and wine and valentines
Forget about the big picture

(True romance)

Make time to get lucky and find favour with the freaks
Be a fabulous weekend wonde
And a miracle worker in the week
(True romance)
You are a genius everyday but don't lose your common touch
Join a gang, learn rhyming slang,
Learn greek, learn double dutch
Get a car, get a job, get a girl, pay your taxes, pay your bills
Pull yourself out the water, boy.
God knows, no-one else will.

Chorus
(True romance)
Find a new romance
(True romance)
Another true romance
Give yourself another chance
Forgive your brothers and sisters
Find some time for tea and wine and valentines
Forget about the big picture

Join a mercury cult, join a suicide pact
Sport more sophomore, make more folklore
I think my heart might be the new black
All the myths and legends are under attack
So I'll buy some lunar lamb
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Buy a ticket for a day trip to the moon,
Give one eyes on the boys of summer
And drink in the afternoon
Get online, get in line, read between the lines,
Straighten up your facts,
Stamp your post with penny blacks,
Cause Rule Britannia ain't comin' back

Chorus
(True romance)
Find a new romance
(True romance)
Another true romance
Give yourself another chance
Forgive your brothers and sisters
Find some time for tea and wine and valentines
Forget about the big picture
(repeat)





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Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "True Romance" by Golden Silvers are a bit cryptic and open to interpretation, but it seems to be a song about the pursuit of love and happiness in life. The chorus encourages the listener to find another true romance and give oneself another chance, while also forgiving others and finding time for simple pleasures like tea and wine. The verses contain a mishmash of advice and observations, like being wary of love's unpredictability, staying in fashion and making money, and not losing touch with common people and experiences.


One interpretation is that the song is trying to urge people to live life to the fullest, despite its many uncertainties and disappointments. The references to art, lunar lambs, suicide pacts, and rhyming slang suggest a sort of bohemian or countercultural mindset that values creativity and nonconformity. The message seems to be that there are many ways to find happiness and fulfillment, and that we shouldn't be afraid to take risks and try new things.


Interestingly, the song's title and several of its lyrics reference the 1993 film "True Romance," which was written by Quentin Tarantino and directed by Tony Scott. The film stars Christian Slater and Patricia Arquette as a young couple who fall in love and go on the run from gangsters. The film's themes of romance, violence, and redemption seem to have resonated with the songwriters, who included several nods to it in the lyrics.


Line by Line Meaning

True romance
The idea of true romance is being emphasized throughout the song as something worth striving for.


Any time you hear the door bells ring
Don't miss opportunities for love and connection that may come unexpectedly.


Never turn your back on love
Value love and connection in your life and don't ignore or push them away.


Never, never, never let it in swing
Don't be careless or indifferent with love and relationships, they require attention and effort to maintain.


Like art, take 'em; should your lover die, shine your shoes
Like a precious work of art, take care of your partner and show respect, even after they're gone.


Watch out, keep your windows down. Tomorrow it could be you
Be humble and understand that life can be unpredictable and it's important to stay vigilant and grateful for what you have.


Get out of bed, get ahead, get a hat, read the rags. Read the news
Be proactive, ambitious, and informed about the world around you.


Stay in fashion, make some cash. You really got nothin' left to lose
Enjoy the present moment, look good, and make money, as we have nothing to lose in the grand scheme of life.


Find a new romance, another true romance. Give yourself another chance. Forgive your brothers and sisters. Find some time for tea and wine and valentines. Forget about the big picture
Give yourself another chance at love and connection by forgiving others, taking time for pleasure and relaxation, and not getting caught up in larger worldly concerns.


Make time to get lucky and find favor with the freaks. Be a fabulous weekend wonder and a miracle worker in the week
Take chances and be open to new experiences and people, balancing work and fun in your life.


You are a genius everyday but don't lose your common touch. Join a gang, learn rhyming slang, learn greek, learn double dutch. Get a car, get a job, get a girl, pay your taxes, pay your bills. Pull yourself out the water, boy. God knows, no-one else will
Celebrate your talents and intelligence, but stay humble and grounded. Broaden your horizons by learning new cultures and languages, and take responsibility for your life and responsibilities.


Join a mercury cult, join a suicide pact. Sport more sophomore, make more folklore. I think my heart might be the new black. All the myths and legends are under attack. So I'll buy some lunar lamb, buy a ticket for a day trip to the moon, give one eyes on the boys of summer, and drink in the afternoon. Get online, get in line, read between the lines. Straighten up your facts, stamp your post with penny blacks, cause Rule Britannia ain't comin' back
Embrace new ideas and be part of something larger than yourself, honor tradition and nostalgia in your own way, and stay informed and critical in your thinking.




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Ed Thomas

these guys were way ahead of time, they'd probably be even more appreciated if this came out now

Yi Xu

couldn't agree more even in 2021

Stutter • Allan Scott

Ed Thomas couldn't agree more!!
Do you know if they have anymore later music?

fatcatsarefun

I miss this band intensely :(

Stutter • Allan Scott

Still a classic!!!

newfella1

this is such a good song I love magic touch as well I think they're even better live tbh! x

Kipfan410

This is awesome!!! I only heard 10 seconds and i loved it!

JRoN1Mo

I like their album. Puts me in mind of (and remember this is a compliment) Spandau Ballet circa 'I don't need this pressure on'

rinkymcdinky

A fooking blaster of a band, I've been waiting years for a group like this... Can't wait to see them live. Well good I say, well good. Like a cross between the Blockheads, Talking Heads and McCartney. Hats off!

flowerrpower

love this!on repeat!:)

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