In 1984, they released their self-titled debut album, which led to four top-ten hits in Canada: "New Girl Now", "Burning In Love", "Wave Babies", and "Stay In the Light". The song "New Girl Now" was the only single to reach the top-50 in the United States.
Their follow up album, The Big Prize, produced by Bruce Fairbairn, was equally successful in Canada, with four more hits: "Feel It Again", "What Does It Take", "Bad Attitude", and "All Along You Knew". Their song "Feel It Again" managed to reach the Top 40 in the US, "What Does It Take" reached no. 52, buoyed by its inclusion on the soundtrack for the John Cusack film One Crazy Summer. Much later in 1989, "Bad Attitude" was featured in the series finale of Miami Vice, played during a driving segment that mirrored one from the series' pilot episode.
In 1986, founding keyboardist Ray Coburn temporarily left the band, replaced by Rob Preuss of Burlington, Ontario-based Spoons. Also during 1986 the band produced a track for the Charlie Sheen film The Wraith - "Those Were the Days".
In 1988, their third album was released: Racing After Midnight, produced by Ted Templeman of Van Halen fame. That album made the top 10 in Canada. Singles included "Love Changes Everything", "Looking Out for Number One", "Cold Look" and "It's Over Now".
In 1989, Coburn rejoined the band just in time to release a greatest hits compilation, The Singles, which included the new single "Still Loving You". "The Singles" tour would turn out to be the last tour featuring the band's original line-up.
The band continued to tour in the '90s, although many line-up changes continued to occur, with only Dee and Grehan remaining as the founding members.
In 2002 they released their first new studio album in 11 years, Lemon Tongue. The album was released under an independent label. Later in 2002 they released Dreamland which was only available in Europe. It features many of the same songs from Lemon Tongue but included some new songs such as "Dreamland", "Radiant", "Even Now" and "Just Love Somebody".
In 2006 the band continues to tour in Canada, including a co-headlining tour with Glass Tiger. Their latest release is a collection entitled Feel It Again: An Anthology, a 2-CD set featuring the best of their work plus rare and unreleased material.
In June 2007, the band officially announced the return of a reunited classic line-up of Johnnie Dee, Derry Grehan, Ray Coburn, Gary Lalonde, and Dave Betts. The band toured extensively throughout Canada in 2007 and 2008 and then entered the studio to record a new album. The high point of the reunion was the new CD Clifton Hill, produced by Tom Treumuth (who produced the self-titled Honeymoon Suite debut album in 1984), and named after the famous landmark in the centre of the tourist activity in Niagara Falls. The album was released in Canada in late September 2008 on Koch Records and subsequently by Italian melodic rock label Frontiers Records on October 10, 2008. The new album is described by guitarist Derry Grehan as "somewhat of a return musically to the sound that we had in the '80s."
In 2009, the band continued to tour Canada and select Northeastern United States cities. However, on September 1, 2009, it was announced that the band had again parted ways with original keyboardist Ray Coburn. Peter Nunn returned to the band's line-up to replace him for the second time. The band made an appearance at Firefest 6 Nottingham, England in October, 2009.
On 18 November 2016, Honeymoon Suite released a 9 track EP, the first new music in 8 years, titled Hands Up on PledgeMusic website.
In February 2017, it was announced that Honeymoon Suite would appear at Rockingham Festival 2017, this to be held at Nottingham Trent University, UK, between 20 and 22 October 2017, the band scheduled to appear on Friday 20th.In the months approaching Rockingham 2017, the band cancelled their show to pursue a different opportunity. Their slot wa s replaced by John Parr.
On 26 September 2019, the band released their new single "Tell Me What You Want" on YouTube. On 19 June 2020, they issued another single entitled "Find What You're Looking For.
HONEYMOON SUITE — consisting of Johnnie Dee (lead vocals),Derry Grehan (guitars, keyboards, background vocals),Dave Betts (drums),Gary Lalonde (bass) and Peter Nunn (keyboards) — will release its new studio album, "Alive", on February 16, 2024.
Wounded
Honeymoon Suite Lyrics
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It goes away, but it comes back again
I remember the night
Everything was so right
It's hard to know when to give or take
But I learn each day by each mistake
When your love is gone
I remember
I'll never know, it keeps me guessing
Love's made another change
But you'll never know 'cause love is believing
And you've thrown faith away
Wounded, shot through the heart
And it just can't be the same
Wounded, shot down again
Wounded, shot through the heart
And I just can't take the pain
Wounded, shot down again
We try so hard to hold back the tears
Memories bring back those years
When your love is gone
You never needed anyone
I remember
Do you feel the pain the way I do
Is there something missing in you too
Cause bye love is gone
And I ain't got no one
Is there anybody out there
I'll never know, it keeps me guessing
Love's made another change
But you'll never know 'cause love is believing
And you've thrown faith away
Wounded, shot through the heart
And it just can't be the same
Wounded, shot down again
Wounded, shot through the heart
And I just can't take the pain
Wounded, shot down again
I'll never know, it keeps me guessing
Love's made another change
But you'll never know 'cause love is believing
And you've thrown faith away
Wounded, shot through the heart
And it just can't be the same
Wounded, shot down again
Wounded, shot through the heart
And I just can't take the pain
Wounded, shot down again
Wounded, shot through the heart and I just can't take the pain
Wounded, shot down again
The lyrics of Honeymoon Suite's song Wounded are about the aftermath of a failed relationship and the emotional pain that it can bring. The first verse talks about how hard it is to hold onto the pain that comes with a failed relationship. The singer remembers a night when everything was right, but has come to realize that finding the right balance in a relationship can be difficult. The chorus uses the metaphor of being "wounded" to describe the emotional pain felt after the breakup. Despite trying to hold back the tears and memories, the pain always comes back. The second verse questions whether the other person feels the same pain and loss, and wonders if they also feel like something is missing.
The chorus repeats several times throughout the song, reinforcing the idea that the pain persists despite efforts to move on. The bridge of the song acknowledges the uncertainty of love and how it can change unexpectedly. Despite this, the singer still believes in love, but they feel that their faith has been thrown away by the other person. The song ends on a somber note, with the singer still feeling the pain of being shot through the heart and shot down again.
Overall, Wounded reflects the struggle of trying to move on from a failed relationship and the pain that can come with it. The lyrics use vivid imagery to convey the emotional turmoil felt by the singer, and the repetition of the chorus emphasizes the persistence of the pain.
Line by Line Meaning
We try so hard to hold the pain
We make an effort to suppress our hurtful emotions
It goes away, but it comes back again
The pain subsides but eventually returns
I remember the night
A recollection of a moment in time
Everything was so right
Everything was perfect in that moment
It's hard to know when to give or take
Difficult to discern when to compromise and when not to
But I learn each day by each mistake
Mistakes offer a chance to learn and grow
When your love is gone
In the absence of love
You never need anyone
There's no one you require in your life
I'll never know, it keeps me guessing
The artist is unsure of a situation and left to speculate
Love's made another change
Love has undergone a transformation
But you'll never know 'cause love is believing
Believing in the power of love despite the unknown
And you've thrown faith away
The belief in love and its power is lost
Wounded, shot through the heart
The pain caused by love runs deep and is significant
And it just can't be the same
Things have changed, and it's not the same anymore
Wounded, shot down again
The pain caused by love resurfaces
We try so hard to hold back the tears
An attempt to prevent expressing emotional pain
Memories bring back those years
Reminiscing of past events and moments
Do you feel the pain the way I do
Asking if the other person feels the same emotional pain
Is there something missing in you too
Suggesting the other person is also experiencing something missing
Cause bye love is gone
Because love has departed
And I ain't got no one
The artist is alone without anyone
Is there anybody out there
Asking if there's anyone that can help them feel less lonely
Wounded, shot through the heart and I just can't take the pain
The emotional pain cuts deep and is unbearable
Wounded, shot down again
The emotional pain is causing the person to feel down and defeated
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Flavio Renan
Banda: HONEYMOON SUITE
Origem: NIAGARA FALLS (Canadá)
Álbum: THE BIG PRIZE (O GRANDE PRÊMIO)
Lançamento: 14/02/1986
Produção: BRUCE FAIRBAIRN
Composição: JOHNNIE DEE
Gravadora: WARNER
Vocal: JOHNNIE DEE
Guitarra: DERRY GREHAN
Baixo: GARY LALONDE
Teclado: RAY COBURN
Bateria: DAVE BETTS
FERIDO
Nós nos esforçamos tanto para segurar a dor
Ela desaparece, mas volta novamente
Eu lembro da noite
Tudo estava tão certo
É difícil saber quando
Mas eu aprendo todos os dias com cada erro
Quando seu amor se vai
Você nunca precisa de ninguém
Eu lembro
Eu nunca vou saber, isso me faz adivinhar
O amor fez outra mudança
Mas você nunca saberá porque o amor está acreditando
E você jogou a fé fora
Ferido, baleado no coração
E simplesmente não se pode ser o mesmo
Ferido, abatido novamente
Ferido, baleado no coração
E eu simplesmente não aguento a dor
Ferido, abatido novamente
Nós nos esforçamos tanto para segurar as lágrimas
Memórias trazem de volta aqueles anos
Quando seu amor se vai
Você nunca precisa de ninguém
Eu lembro
Você sente a dor do jeito que eu sinto
Há algo faltando em você também
Porque tchau o amor se foi
E eu não tenho ninguém
Tem alguém lá fora
Eu nunca vou saber, isso me faz adivinhar
O amor fez outra mudança
Mas você nunca saberá porque o amor está acreditando
E você jogou a fé fora
Ferido, baleado no coração
E simplesmente não pode ser o mesmo
Ferido, abatido novamente
Ferido, baleado no coração
E eu simplesmente não aguento a dor
Ferido, abatido novamente
A Melmatt
Anyone else get goosebumps at the beginning of the awesome song ? Love HS, great Canadian band ! 🤙
Brian Lehman
One of my most favorite albums ever... Incredible band that deserved much more success than they got.. Thanks for uploading!
Corey Gray
A Canadian gem. Life was better when this CD came out. They are a great band. Beauty eh!
Mark Blaufuss
Honeymoon Suite was sooooo good - love this band
Natalie
Still good, still performing!
Fernando Sixx
I love this band the heart
Andrew glionna
Never gets old!!
Geoff Edwards
Great song. They did a great version of this song, when I saw them live here in Victoria BC a couple of months back. Love Honeymoon Suite. Underrated Canadian band.
Donnie Downer
Underrated album.....................was awesome!!!!
Flavio Renan
Banda: HONEYMOON SUITE
Origem: NIAGARA FALLS (Canadá)
Álbum: THE BIG PRIZE (O GRANDE PRÊMIO)
Lançamento: 14/02/1986
Produção: BRUCE FAIRBAIRN
Composição: JOHNNIE DEE
Gravadora: WARNER
Vocal: JOHNNIE DEE
Guitarra: DERRY GREHAN
Baixo: GARY LALONDE
Teclado: RAY COBURN
Bateria: DAVE BETTS
FERIDO
Nós nos esforçamos tanto para segurar a dor
Ela desaparece, mas volta novamente
Eu lembro da noite
Tudo estava tão certo
É difícil saber quando
Mas eu aprendo todos os dias com cada erro
Quando seu amor se vai
Você nunca precisa de ninguém
Eu lembro
Eu nunca vou saber, isso me faz adivinhar
O amor fez outra mudança
Mas você nunca saberá porque o amor está acreditando
E você jogou a fé fora
Ferido, baleado no coração
E simplesmente não se pode ser o mesmo
Ferido, abatido novamente
Ferido, baleado no coração
E eu simplesmente não aguento a dor
Ferido, abatido novamente
Nós nos esforçamos tanto para segurar as lágrimas
Memórias trazem de volta aqueles anos
Quando seu amor se vai
Você nunca precisa de ninguém
Eu lembro
Você sente a dor do jeito que eu sinto
Há algo faltando em você também
Porque tchau o amor se foi
E eu não tenho ninguém
Tem alguém lá fora
Eu nunca vou saber, isso me faz adivinhar
O amor fez outra mudança
Mas você nunca saberá porque o amor está acreditando
E você jogou a fé fora
Ferido, baleado no coração
E simplesmente não pode ser o mesmo
Ferido, abatido novamente
Ferido, baleado no coração
E eu simplesmente não aguento a dor
Ferido, abatido novamente