Thinking Of You
Hall Terry Lyrics
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i ought to be thinking of you
but the friendship's built on trust
and that's something you never do
well who knows maybe tomorrow
we can share each other's sorrow
and compare our grave manner
as we wave our lonely banners
if you ever think of me
i'll be thinking of you
if you decide to change your views
i'm hinking of you
you can walk away from loneliness
anytime you choose
and you're the sort of person
that hasn't anything to lose
but who cares maybe tomorrow
you can lead and i could follow
so walk where angels fear to tread
for everything you've ever wanted
and if you ever think of me
i'll be thinking of you
if you can spare an hour or two
you'll know what to do
i could be the one thing there
in your our of need
so if you decide to change your views
i'm thinking of you
let's roll the dice
in the fools paradise...
share moonlit nights
breathing nothing but lies
let's open our eyes...
we should take a bus to somewhere else
to somewhere new
thank god we're alive
and bite off more than we can chew
do the things that just don't matter
laugh while others look in anger
stumble over four leaf clovers
and say goodbye to lonely banners
if you ever think of me
i'll be thinking of you
through thick and thin i bear it and grin
and never give in
if you ever think of me
i'll be thinking of you
through thick and thin i bear it and grin
and never give in
i could be the one thing there
in your our of need
so if you decide to change your views
i'm thinking of you
The lyrics of "Thinking of You" by Hall Terry depict a complex relationship between two people. The singer has developed feelings for a close friend, yet is hesitant to act on them due to their strong friendship built on trust. The uncertainty of their future and the fear of losing that trust prevents the singer from expressing their emotions. However, the singer still hopes that there could be a chance for them to be together in the future, to share their sorrows and wave their lonely banners together.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea of thinking about each other. The singer reassures their friend that they will be thinking of them, even if their views change. The singer believes that they could be the one thing their friend needs in their hour of need. The lyrics are full of hope, although the circumstances seem complicated. They encourage the listener to take risks, to do things that might not matter, and to laugh while others look in anger. The song ends on a positive note, with the singer's determination to never give up on the friendship or their feelings.
Line by Line Meaning
i guess i kinda sort of know
I have a vague idea that I should be thinking about you
i ought to be thinking of you
I should be giving you more attention
but the friendship's built on trust
Our friendship is based on our trust in each other
and that's something you never do
You don't betray trust, and neither do I
well who knows maybe tomorrow
Perhaps things will be different tomorrow
we can share each other's sorrow
We can console each other and support one another
and compare our grave manner
We can share our serious demeanor
as we wave our lonely banners
As we acknowledge our feelings of loneliness
if you ever think of me
If you ever remember me
i'll be thinking of you
I'll also be thinking of you
if you decide to change your views
If you change your mind about me
i'm thinking of you
I'll still be thinking of you
you can walk away from loneliness
You don't have to be lonely, you have a choice
anytime you choose
You have full control over your own life
and you're the sort of person
You have certain qualities
that hasn't anything to lose
Who takes risks and lives life to the fullest
but who cares maybe tomorrow
But who knows, maybe things will change
you can lead and i could follow
You can take the lead and I'll follow you
so walk where angels fear to tread
Take risks and go beyond your comfort zone
for everything you've ever wanted
In the pursuit of your dreams
if you can spare an hour or two
If you have some free time
you'll know what to do
You'll know how to spend it wisely
i could be the one thing there
I can be the one thing that can help
in your our of need
When you need support the most
let's roll the dice
Let's take risks
in the fools paradise...
Enjoying ourselves despite the risks
share moonlit nights
Sharing moments of beauty
breathing nothing but lies
Being deceived by others
let's open our eyes...
Let's wake up and face reality
we should take a bus to somewhere else
We should travel somewhere new
to somewhere new
To a destination that we've never been before
thank god we're alive
We're grateful to be alive
and bite off more than we can chew
Taking on more than we can handle
do the things that just don't matter
Doing things just for the fun of it
laugh while others look in anger
Enjoying ourselves despite negative reactions from others
stumble over four leaf clovers
Finding unexpected luck
and say goodbye to lonely banners
No longer feeling lonely
through thick and thin i bear it and grin
I endure difficulties with a smile
and never give in
And never surrender
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PHALON ALEXANDER, FREDERICK HALL, HOWARD SIMMONS, KOREY ROBERSON, MONTAY HUMPREY, COREY HOOKER, ANTHONY PLATT, FARD SHAHID, ERNIE ISLEY, MARVIN ISLEY, O'KELLY ISLEY, RONALD ISLEY, RUDOLPH ISLEY, CHRISTOPHER H. JASPER
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@1a1nb
So sad to hear of the passing of Terry Hall. Such an immense part of my teenage years. What an incredible catalogue of songs he has left us 😢
@twitchygiraffe4636
Both Terry Hall and Kirsty Maccoll are very underrated! So much more to Terry than just the specials! This is a classic and always will be!!!!
@philipmartin5757
Very sad too on hearing the news 10 minutes ago. Terry Hall was a very, very brave guy. By being open about his past, he must have helped thousands of adults deal with mental health problems stemming from childhood 'experiences'. I was slightly too young for the Specials but I bought everything by the Fun Boy 3 and I played the first Colourfield LP to death. I can't think of anyone else in music remotely like him. 63 is no age at all. Very sad.
@gdgbd
RIP
@manoutoftime9057
So sad. 😔
@kaprica.1
so sad, huge part of my youth. the man had endless talent 💙
@patrickbryceland8295
I can’t believe we have lost Terry Hall. An absolute genius. RIP
@eightiesmusic1984
RIP Terry Hall. A good soul who made some great music and leaves a powerful legacy. Ghost Town will forever be remembered for its message alongside so much more music.
@MostCurious
RIP Terry Hall. Such a brilliant songwriter, singer, and musician. You will be missed by many.
@thomasarnsbjer7248
Love Love Love Terry miss you forever R.I.P.