The retro rockers’ first EP, Action and Romance, is a synth-heavy fan favorite that has earned hundreds of thousands of Spotify streams to date. In addition, the "Call Me" single from the album was featured on NewRetroWave’s popular YouTube channel where it has gained over a quarter of a million views.
LeBrock found success once again when they adopted a stronger rock sound with all vocal tracks on 2018’s Real Thing. Packed with fist-pumping retro anthems, the artists’ distinctive and increasingly personal style earned another popular feature on NewRetroWave along with widespread acclaim from fans and critics alike.
Now, the members of LeBrock are prepared to step into the next stage of their career, and fans will be more than happy with the results. FiXT Neon unveiled a full re-release of the Action and Romance and Real Thing recordings while the duo works on their most ambitious creative efforts to date. You won’t want to miss what’s next for LeBrock.
Call Me
LeBrock Lyrics
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Nowhere to hide, as the city lights burn
Faster than fire, you'd better get a gun
Cause this city is deadly, little girl you better run
So if you need me won't you call me tonight
If you're in trouble and you need me tonight
Used up and broken, did you enjoy the ride
Was it all that you wanted, was it more than your share
Haven't heard from you lately, does it mean you don't care
But when the lights go out and the city wakes
And you're left with only your mistakes
When all hope is lost, i can take the heat
I'm your vigilante on the streets
So if you need me won't you call me tonight
If you're in trouble and you need me tonight
The lyrics of LeBrock's song "Call Me" depict a dystopian world of a neon land with no return where the city lights burn, and danger looms everywhere. The singer feels lost and alone, with nowhere to hide. The line "Faster than fire, you'd better get a gun, 'cause this city is deadly, little girl, you better run" highlights the harsh reality of the cruel and violent city. However, the singer offers comfort and support to anyone who might need him. He implores his audience that if they find themselves in trouble to call him, and he will be there to help them.
In the latter half of the song, LeBrock addresses someone specifically. He asks if they enjoyed their ride and haven't heard from them in a while. The line "Was it all that you wanted, was it more than your share" suggests that the person he is addressing had an experience, perhaps with the city or someone else, that that they may have regrets about. The song ends with the reassurance of being there for someone in tough times.
Line by Line Meaning
Lost and alone, neon land of no return
Feeling isolated and abandoned in a place that seems impossible to escape, surrounded by the bright and overwhelming lights of the city.
Nowhere to hide, as the city lights burn
In a city that never sleeps, there is no respite from the constant glow and buzz of the urban environment.
Faster than fire, you'd better get a gun
The dangers of the city are swift and deadly, and one must be prepared to defend themselves by any means necessary.
Cause this city is deadly, little girl you better run
Implying the city is like a living, breathing entity that will swallow you whole if you are not careful. The use of 'little girl' could mean that the advice is directed towards someone who is naive and inexperienced.
So if you need me won't you call me tonight
Offering assistance to someone in distress, suggesting that the artist is a reliable source of aid.
If you're in trouble and you need me tonight
Repeating the request for someone to ask for help if necessary, underlining the importance of reaching out for support when needed.
Used up and broken, did you enjoy the ride
Asking someone if they found their experiences worthwhile, in spite of the emotional turmoil it may have caused them.
Haven't heard from you lately, are you dying inside
Suggesting that the artist's concern for the other person has grown due to a lack of communication, and speculating if they are going through a difficult time.
Was it all that you wanted, was it more than your share
Reflecting that the other person may have got more than they bargained for, and questioning if it was worth it.
Haven't heard from you lately, does it mean you don't care
Expressing worry and potentially hurt, questioning why someone may not have kept in touch, and asking if it means there is a lack of care.
But when the lights go out and the city wakes
Implying that a different side of the city comes out when night falls, emphasizing the danger that comes with being out in the dark.
And you're left with only your mistakes
Acknowledging that people make errors and missteps, and that one may need someone to lean on if things go wrong.
When all hope is lost, i can take the heat
Implying the singer can deal with high-pressure situations and is a sort of protectorate against the harshness of the city.
I'm your vigilante on the streets
Suggesting that the singer will go to great lengths to protect their loved ones if necessary, even if it means going outside of the law.
Contributed by Aria M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@danielchadwick8513
---------- LeBrock - Call Me ---------
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(0:21)
Lost and alone
Neon land of no return
Nowhere to hide
As the city lights burn
Faster than fire
You'd better get a gun
Cause this city is deadly
Little girl you better run
Run run RUN
So if you need me won't you call me tonight
If you're in trouble and you need me tonight
Just Call
Used up and broken
Did you enjoy the ride
Haven't heard from you lately
Are you dying inside
Was it all that you wanted
Was it more than your share
Haven't heard from you lately
Does it mean you don't care
You don't caaaaare
But when the lights go out
And the city wakes
And you're left with only your mistakes
When all hope is lost
I can take the heat
I'm your vigilante
On the street
So if you need me won't you call me tonight
If you're in trouble and you need me tonight
Just Call
(2:56)
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@CritAvid
Lost and alone, neon land of no return
Nowhere to hide, as the city lights burn
Faster than fire, you'd better get a gun
Cause this city is deadly, little girl you better run
So if you need me won't you call me tonight
If you're in trouble and you need me tonight
Used up and broken, did you enjoy the ride
Haven't heard from you lately, are you dying inside
Was it all that you wanted, was it more than your share
Haven't heard from you lately, does it mean you don't care
But when the lights go out and the city wakes
And you're left with only your mistakes
When all hope is lost, i can take the heat
I'm your vigilante on the streets
So if you need me won't you call me tonight
If you're in trouble and you need me tonight
@Urusay
I'm eargasming so hard right now...
@Psychologist-Enzo
If Linkin Park were 80s with a touch of Synthwave......maybe they were like this.
what a beautiful track! hear this while driving is probably one of the most energetic things in your life
@StephenStine
"If Linkin Park were 80s with a touch of Synthwave"
Let's be honest - that ACTUALLY sounds about right now that I'm thinking about it more!
@NewRetroWave
This one is packed with feels! Prepare...
https://lebrock.bandcamp.com/album/action-romance
@DaveThundercloud
good music retro , i dig it .
@astarothgr
MUH FEELZ, TOO STRONK! BODIED.
@SonnyAngell
HULK HATE FEELZ!!! HULK BUY FLOWERS
@Swordsquire
I was not prepared, but I'm still loving it!!!
@7deadlysloths
reminds me of a night that everything goes completely wrong.
@jeffgay2085
WHAT.A.GREAT.SONG!!!!!
As a 51 year old Aor/rocker, it’s the new wave creation that takes elements of the past then makes something totally fresh that excites my ears...YOU guys pitch your sound perfectly and I will be following you as a result of coming across your songs.
And.....take a bow Mr guitarist, as THAT solo near the end is I.N.C.R.E.D.I.B.L.E