The Lighthouse Family split up in early 2003 due to "a heavy promotional schedule and the incredible international success of 'Whatever Gets You Through The Day'." This led to both men pursuing individual projects. Tunde has embarked on a solo career, and has already released an album called Tunde in late 2004, while Tucker joined a rock band, The Orange Lights. According to their management, the band has not split up despite being inactive: "there is always the possibility of another Lighthouse Family album one day."
Both Baiyewu and Tucker were working in bars when they first met; together, they recorded demos of a number of songs Tucker had written during the late 1980s. Among these, a demo of "Ocean Drive" attracted the attention of Polydor Records A&R director Colin Barlow, who, in 1993, signed the band to a six-month development deal.
The band were funded for the recording of additional demos, and teamed with songwriters Martin Brammer (formerly of Kane Gang), Tim Kellett (formerly of Simply Red), and Tim Laws (co-writer of "Dreams" by Gabrielle). Eventually, the band was signed to record an album proper; finished in August 1994, Ocean Drive also included songs written by Shaun Ward (also of Simply Red), Junior Giscombe, and Alan Glass, and was produced by Mike Peden.
The band was managed throughout its career by Keith Armstrong and Phil Mitchell, co-founders of Newcastle-based Kitchenware Records; the label had gone on hiatus during the 1990s in order to handle the management of Lighthouse Family and other musicians.
In the wake of an economic recession in the UK, British record labels were, at the time, primarily signing artists with the goal of short-term profit. In contrast, Barlow, in The Times, expected that the band could last for "ten years or more". At the time of the launch of the first album, Polydor's investments in the band totaled ₤250,000. Peden's hiring was described as a "big spend", and music videos were filmed overseas in Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
The lead single, "Lifted", received airplay on BBC Radio One as well as a number of BBC Local Radio stations, and The Chart Show aired its music video. Still, this did not translate to considerable single or album sales within 1995; it wasn't until "Lifted" was re-released in 1996 that it reached the top five on the UK Singles Chart, and Ocean Drive, which had been deleted, rebounded and was certified six-times platinum by the end of 1997. Its follow-up, "Postcards from Heaven", achieved similar sales status in 1998.
In 2010, The Lighthouse Family reformed. The band accounced tour details for 2011, as well as a new album coming up.
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My Salvation
Lighthouse Family Lyrics
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Can anyone tell me the reason we're here?
Living in hope for something that's real
Will you be my salvation?
Everybody here, everybody there
In a world where nothing is real anymore
Picture your face, I wish you were here
Will you be my salvation?
Halo, you call my name
You won't be on your own, I'm coming
Halo, you call my name
You won't be on your own
Does anyone care for anyone?
Does anyone care for people at all?
Does anyone care? Anyone?
Will you be my salvation?
Send an S.O.S., can anybody hear?
Can anyone show me the way outta here?
A different life, a different scene
Will you be my salvation?
Everywhere I go and everyone I know
I can't escape the feeling we've been here before
Will I wake up? Will it all disappear?
Will you be my salvation?
Halo, you call my name
You won't be on your own, I'm coming
Halo, you call my name
You won't be on your own
Does anyone care for anyone?
Does anyone care for people at all?
Does anyone care for anyone?
Will you be my salvation?
Does anyone care for anyone?
Anyone care?
Does anyone care?
You'll be my salvation
Halo, you call my name
You won't be on your own, I'm coming
Halo, you call my name
You won't be on your own
Does anyone care for anyone?
Does anyone care for people at all?
Does anyone care for anyone?
Will you be my salvation?
Does anyone care for anyone?
Does anyone care for people at all?
Does anyone care?
You'll be my salvation
Halo
Halo
Halo, halo
Halo
Does anyone care?
Does anyone care?
Does anyone care?
Halo
The lyrics to "My Salvation" by Lighthouse Family delve into themes of longing for connection, seeking meaning in life, and questioning the presence of care and salvation in a world that feels disconnected and chaotic. The opening lines inquire about the efficacy of prayer and the existential question of the reason for our existence. The singer expresses a deep desire for something real to hold onto, asking if the listener can be their salvation in a world that appears devoid of authenticity.
The repeated plea for someone to be their salvation highlights a yearning for support and guidance in a world filled with uncertainties and illusions. The references to faces and the wish for a specific person to be present suggest a longing for a genuine connection and a source of stability amidst the turmoil. The idea of everyone being present but nothing feeling real anymore alludes to a sense of disillusionment and a search for something or someone to anchor oneself to.
The chorus, with its repeated calls of "Halo, you call my name, you won't be on your own," conveys a sense of reassurance and comfort, as if a higher power or a significant other is reaching out to offer support and companionship. The questions posed about caring for others and the hope for salvation indicate a deep-seated need for empathy, understanding, and a sense of purpose in a seemingly indifferent and confusing world.
As the song progresses, the repeated questioning of whether anyone cares for anyone and the desperate plea for salvation become more urgent and poignant. The singer's vulnerability and yearning for connection are palpable, creating a sense of emotional depth and longing that resonates throughout the song. The repetitive nature of the lyrics, particularly in the closing lines, underscores the theme of seeking reassurance and hope in the face of uncertainty and isolation. In essence, "My Salvation" is a heartfelt plea for connection, care, and a sense of purpose in a world that often feels disconnected and disorienting.
Line by Line Meaning
When you say a prayer, does anybody hear?
Questioning if there is someone listening when you seek guidance through prayer.
Can anyone tell me the reason we're here?
Seeking understanding or purpose for existence.
Living in hope for something that's real
Holding onto optimism for authenticity and truth in life.
Will you be my salvation?
Asking for someone to be the source of deliverance or rescue.
Everybody here, everybody there
Acknowledging the presence of everyone around.
In a world where nothing is real anymore
Reflecting on a reality where authenticity seems lost or scarce.
Picture your face, I wish you were here
Longing to have someone close by, imagining their presence.
Will you be my salvation?
Echoing the plea for someone to be the source of deliverance or rescue.
Halo, you call my name
Referencing the symbol of a halo while feeling the presence of another calling out.
You won't be on your own, I'm coming
Assurance that companionship and support will be provided soon.
Does anyone care for anyone?
Questioning the level of empathy and concern individuals have for others.
Does anyone care for people at all?
Doubting if there is genuine care and compassion for humanity.
Will you be my salvation?
Repeating the plea for someone to be the source of deliverance or rescue.
Send an S.O.S., can anybody hear?
Using a distress signal to ask if anyone is listening or aware of the need for help.
Can anyone show me the way outta here?
Requesting guidance or direction to escape a difficult situation.
A different life, a different scene
Yearning for change or a fresh start in life.
Will you be my salvation?
Once again, asking for someone to be the source of deliverance or rescue.
Everywhere I go and everyone I know
Feeling like there is a sense of déjà vu or repetition in experiences and relationships.
I can't escape the feeling we've been here before
Sensing familiarity or a past connection to the current circumstances.
Will I wake up? Will it all disappear?
Questioning if this reality is temporary or if there is a way to break free from it.
Will you be my salvation?
Reiterating the desire for someone to be the source of deliverance or rescue.
Halo, you call my name
Feeling the presence of another being reach out or connect spiritually.
You won't be on your own, I'm coming
Promising support and companionship to someone in need.
Does anyone care for anyone?
Questioning the presence of empathy and care towards others in society.
Does anyone care for people at all?
Expressing doubt regarding the humanity's collective care and compassion.
Does anyone care for anyone?
Repeating the query about the extent of care and concern for one another.
Will you be my salvation?
Once again, asking for someone to be the source of deliverance or rescue.
Does anyone care for anyone?
Continuing to question the depth of compassion and support individuals have for others.
Does anyone care for people at all?
Maintaining skepticism about the overall consideration and empathy shown towards humanity.
Does anyone care?
A plea to know if there is genuine care and concern within society.
You'll be my salvation
Declaring that the individual being addressed is seen as the source of deliverance or rescue.
Halo, you call my name
Sensing a spiritual or otherworldly connection through the calling out of a name.
You won't be on your own, I'm coming
Offering reassurance that someone is on their way to provide company and support.
Halo
Echoing the symbolic representation of holiness or divine presence.
Halo
Repeating the reference to a halo in association with spiritual significance.
Halo, halo
Emphasizing the symbolic halo as a beacon of light or hope.
Halo
Concluding with the reverberation of the symbolic halo, representing spiritual connection.
Does anyone care?
Pleading once more to ascertain the existence of genuine care and compassion within society.
Does anyone care?
Reiterating the quest for understanding the presence of empathy and consideration for others.
Does anyone care?
Continuing to ask if there is true care and concern for humanity.
Halo
A symbolic reference to a spiritual connection or divine presence.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Steve Booker, Paul Tucker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
maccichy
When you say a prayer, does anybody hear?
Can anyone tell me the reason we're here?
Living in hope for something that’s real
Will you be my salvation?
Everybody here, everybody there
In a world where nothing is real anymore
Picture your face, I wish you were here
Will you be my salvation?
Halo, you call my name
You won't be on your own, I'm coming
Halo, you call my name
You won’t be on your own
Does anyone care for anyone?
Does anyone care for people at all?
Does anyone care? Anyone?
Will you be my salvation?
Send an S.O.S., can anybody hear?
Can anyone show me the way outta here?
A different life, a different scene
Will you be my salvation?
Everywhere I go and everyone I know
I can't escape the feeling we've been here before
Will I wake up? Will it all disappear?
Will you be my salvation?
Halo, you call my name
You won't be on your own, I'm coming
Halo, you call my name
You won't be on your own
Does anyone care for anyone?
Does anyone care for people at all?
Does anyone care for anyone?
Will you be my salvation?
Does anyone care for anyone?
Anyone care?
Does anyone care?
You'll be my salvation
Halo, you call my name
You won't be on your own, I’m coming
Halo, you call my name
You won’t be on your own
Does anyone care for anyone?
Does anyone care for people at all?
Does anyone care for anyone?
Will you be my salvation?
Does anyone care for anyone?
Does anyone care for people at all?
Does anyone care?
You'll be my salvation
Halo
Halo
Halo, halo
Halo
Does anyone care?
Does anyone care?
Does anyone care?
Halo
U welcome ;)
bowser515
Nobody hears prayers, but we can all hear this beautiful voice. Thank you.
Zaqueu Silva
O tá enganado se você orar com fé Deus ouve suas orações
Matilda Bond..
I love this,such an underrated group .The vocals are so sweet.
Andrew Moore
Underrated? They've sold millions. 😉
ogam5
@Andrew Moore : and SHOULD'VE sold, millions MORE worldwide - but UMG, y'know.....
Andrew Moore
@ogam5 Good job missing the point completely.
ogam5
@Andrew Moore: it truly AMAZES me that some people are SO determined to defend their point - which was NOT missed, BTW - that they're wholly INCAPABLE of acknowledging a LARGER picture - which IS: ask MOST people on THIS side of the pond if they remember - or even know WHO, Lighthouse Family (DITTO The Christians, Ephraim) are and, can SADLY, guarantee FEW will after nearly 25 years since Whatever Gets You Through The Day but ESPECIALLY, Postcards From Heaven.....
Matthew Scott
Great to have The Lighthouse family back. This is a excellent song.. I can't wait for the new album.
Gurajit Rai
Finally some proper soulful music returns for the current generation. A real salvation
ZN
Playing this song on the Radio in Lithuania 🇱🇹
Brilliant song and voice 👍