After Wings disbanded in 1981, Juber embarked on a career as a solo artist, composer and arranger, and soon developed a reputation as a world-class guitar virtuoso, being voted #1 by Fingerstyle Guitar magazine. He has released 12 critically acclaimed solo albums, including "LJ Plays the Beatles", "Guitarist" and "One Wing". His latest release "I've Got The World On 6 Strings", is a collection of solo guitar arrangements of tunes by Harold Arlen, composer of 'Over The Rainbow', and 'Stormy Weather' among many other classics.
Juber's DVD "Guitar Noir" is 'DVD Etc.' magazine's top pick for surround-sound 5.1 audio and earned a 2005 CEA "Demmy" award for sonic excellence. His solo guitar arrangement of "The Pink Panther Theme" is featured on the Best Pop Instrumental GRAMMY®-winning album "Henry Mancini-Pink Guitar".
Folios and DVDs of his compositions and arrangements are published by Alfred Publications and Hal Leonard. The venerable C.F. Martin Company currently offers an ‘LJ’ Signature model guitar and GHS Strings market Juber's Signature guitar strings.
Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
Laurence Juber Lyrics
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You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
I forgive you, 'cause I can't forget you
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
[Repeat: x2]
I ought to cross you off my list
But when you come a-knocking at my door
And I come running back for more
I should hate you, but I guess I love you
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
The devil and the deep blue sea
The song "Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea" by Laurence Juber is a poignant love song expressing the singer's inner turmoil about their relationship. The lyrics describe a situation where the singer doesn't want to be with their lover, but they also can't bear the thought of losing them. The title itself is a metaphor for being caught in a difficult situation with no easy way out. The "devil" represents the challenging and problematic aspects of the relationship while the "deep blue sea" represents the unknown and uncertain future.
In the second verse, the singer admits to forgiving their lover despite not being able to forget the pain they've caused. They feel torn between wanting to move on and wanting to hold onto the connection they share. The chorus then repeats the title phrase, emphasizing the feeling of being trapped and unable to escape the difficult emotions they're experiencing.
The third verse expresses the singer's struggle to let go of their lover, even though they know they should. They feel drawn to them like a moth to a flame, even though they're aware of how destructive the relationship can be. The final chorus repeats the title phrase once more, driving home the feeling of being stuck between two impossible choices.
Overall, "Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea" is a powerful song about the complexities of love and the inner conflict that comes with letting go of someone you care for deeply but know isn't good for you.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want you, but I'd hate to lose you
I have mixed feelings towards you, I don't necessarily want a relationship with you but I'm scared of losing you completely.
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
You've put me in a difficult situation where there are two equally undesirable options.
I forgive you, 'cause I can't forget you
Although I know I should hold a grudge, I can't help but forgive you because I still have feelings for you.
I ought to cross you off my list
I know I should cut you out of my life completely.
But when you come a-knocking at my door
But when you reach out to me, I can't help but respond.
Fate seems to give my heart a twist
It seems like destiny is playing a role in keeping us connected despite the difficulties.
And I come running back for more
And despite my better judgment, I keep coming back to you for more.
I should hate you, but I guess I love you
I know I should feel resentment towards you, but I can't help the fact that I still love you.
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
Once again, you've put me in a difficult situation where there are two equally undesirable options.
The devil and the deep blue sea
This phrase is a metaphor for being caught in a dangerous and difficult situation with no easy way out.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, S.A. MUSIC
Written by: HAROLD ARLEN, TED KOEHLER
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