Island is a name of at least five bands:
(1) A 1970s progressive rock ba… Read Full Bio ↴Island is a name of at least five bands:
(1) A 1970s progressive rock band
(2) A Welsh Club production duo signed to Crazylegs.
(3) The group which represented Cyprus at 1981 Eurovision
(4) A German band
(5) A Flemish supergroup
(6) A UK blues rock band
(7) A Polish doom metal band

(1) A progressive rock band from the 1970s which sounded pretty much like Canterbury. The band format included keys, sax, drums and vocals. The biggest influence for ISLAND definitely seems to be Van Der Graaf Generator, and the band certainly approaches high quality progressive rock from the darker end of the spectrum. Sometimes the influence of Gentle Giant gets very clear in their music.

(2) Group consisting of Alexia Bassiliou, Areti Kassapi Haralbidou, Aristos Moskovakis, Roger Lee and Doros Georgiadis. Only recorded their Eurovision entry as this collective

(3) A Bonn, Germany, band formed in autumn 2003 by Christian Kolf, Florian Toyka and Patrick Schroeder. In winter 2003/2004 we recorded the first album "Orakel" with Tim Steffens of Klabautamann at Flammenmeer Studios. Six months later the "Island EP" was recorded at the mysterious Studio 308 by ourselves, and mixed by Armin Rave at Sound-Sight Studios. After this recording Patrick Schroeder left the band to focus more on Centaurus-A. They are currently signed on Vendlus Records.

Sites: IslandBand.De (official)

(4) A Flemish supergroup with the late folk alumni Wannes Van Der Velde en Dirk Van Esbroeck (Rum) who released a cd around the theme of Iceland.

(5) A UK blues rock band with members Rollo Doherty, Jack Raeder, James Wolfe and Toby Richards. Their tracks include "Lucid Heart" and "Lyra".

(7) A Polish atmospheric doom metal band founded in 1995. They have released two demos titled "My Kingdom" and "Mirror" in 1996 and 1997 before splitting up.

by your side
Island Lyrics

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Babe, I saw your heart break
Babe, I saw your heart break
I was always by your side

I'm saying hello
For the last time
Goodbyes are getting so old
Guess I'm alright

Always by your side
By your side
Always by your side
By your side

Go grab your keys time to go
I'll talk, you drive
What's that, you're trying on clothes?
Hey, let me try
And if you're taking too long
I'll move your feet for you as you walk out the door
Why do it all on your own
When you know I'm

Always by your side
By your side
Always by your side
By your side

Babe, I saw your heart break
Babe, I saw your heart break
Babe, I saw your heart break
Babe, I saw your heart break

I was always by your side
By your side
Always by your side
By your side

Babe, I saw you heart break

Babe, I saw you heart break
I was always by your side

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "By Your Side" by Island express a sense of unwavering support and loyalty. The singer tells their partner that they have always been there for them, through thick and thin, and have witnessed their heart breaking. However, it seems that the relationship has come to an end, and the singer is saying goodbye, but not before reassuring their partner that they will always be by their side. The lyrics highlight the comfort and support that can be found in a strong, reliable relationship, even when things are tough.

The chorus is particularly poignant, with the repetition of "Always by your side" reinforcing the idea of unwavering support. The lines "And if you're taking too long / I'll move your feet for you as you walk out the door / Why do it all on your own / When you know I'm" suggest that the singer wants to help and support their partner in any way they can, and that they don't want them to feel alone or burdened.

Overall, the lyrics of "By Your Side" express a sense of deep love and loyalty, and the importance of having someone who will always be there for you. The final repetition of "Babe, I saw your heart break / Babe, I saw you heart break / I was always by your side" drives home the message that even when things get tough, true love and support can help us through.

Line by Line Meaning

Babe, I saw your heart break
I witnessed your emotional pain and suffering

I was always by your side
I was there to support and comfort you through your heartbreak

I'm saying hello
I am greeting you

For the last time
This is the final time we will speak or see each other

Goodbyes are getting so old
Saying farewell has become tiresome and repetitive

Guess I'm alright
I am okay with the situation

Go grab your keys time to go
It's time for you to leave and start your own journey

I'll talk, you drive
I'll converse while you take control of the steering wheel

What's that, you're trying on clothes?
You're taking time to select an outfit

Hey, let me try
Allow me to assist you in your outfit selection

And if you're taking too long
If you're taking too much time