Gramm sang lead vocals on all of Foreigner's arena rock classics such as "Feels Like The First Time", "Cold As Ice", "Hot Blooded", "Urgent", "Double Vision", "Juke Box Hero", "Head Games", "Dirty White Boy" and "Say You Will", as well as the popular power ballad tunes "Waiting For A Girl Like You" and "I Want to Know What Love Is".
In 1987, during Foreigner's hiatus, Gramm released the album Ready Or Not which brought him positive critical reviews and a top five hit single with "Midnight Blue". This was followed by a second solo effort Long Hard Look, which brought a Top Ten hit "Just Between You and Me", and "True Blue Love", which reached the Top 40. Gramm also performed the title song from the 1987 movie soundtrack The Lost Boys, titled "Lost in the Shadows (The Lost Boys)".
Shadow King was formed in 1990, by Lou Gramm, Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell, Foreigner bass player Bruce Turgon, and drummer Kevin Valentine. Shadow King only had one official studio release, their 1991 eponymous debut album, Shadow King. Although Gramm, Turgon, Campbell and Valentine contributed the song "One Dream" to the Highlander II: The Quickening soundtrack in 1991, the track was officially credited to The Lou Gramm Band.
He also appeared on the Don Mancuso solo cd "D Drive" doing lead vocals in 4 songs and co writing on 2 in 2004. He has now released The Lou Gramm Band's The Lou Gramm Band cd in 2009 with his brothers Ben & Richard. Also writing and appearing on the Christian Rock release are former Black Sheep guitarist Don Mancuso and Andy Knoll on keyboards.
Lost In the Shadows
Lou Gramm Lyrics
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Lost in the shadows
Say hello to the night
Lost in the loneliness
Say hello to the night
Lost in the shadows
No one knows
When I see little lights in the shadows
One must hide when the sun gets higher
I don't know what this madness means
Here comes the night, the bedroom in shadows
Candlelights, I don't know where it's coming from
But I, I keep moving on
'Til the darkest thought makes me want to try these wings
Yeah
Say hello to the night
Lost in the shadows
Say hello to the night
Lost in the loneliness
Say hello to the night
Lost in the shadows
No one knows
Loneliness pours over you
Emptiness can pull you through
Did you go to sleep with the light on?
I can't wait for this feeling to free me, hey yeah
Wind blows hard, but it doesn't matter
'Cause when the sun goes down
Nothing else matters, the line is where the night lies
I will wait outside her window tonight
Say hello to the night
Lost in the shadows
Say hello to the night
Lost in the loneliness
Say hello to the night
Lost in the shadows
No one knows
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the shadows
Say hello to the night
Lost in the loneliness
Say hello to the night
Lost in the shadows
No one knows (the lost boys)
(Lost boys)
(Lost boys)
Loneliness pours over you
Emptiness can pull you through
Did you go to sleep with the light on?
I can't wait for this feeling to free me
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the shadows
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the loneliness
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the shadows
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the loneliness
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the shadows
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the loneliness
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the shadows
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the loneliness
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the shadows
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the loneliness
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the shadows
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the loneliness
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the shadows
Say hello to the night (lost boys)
Lost in the loneliness
(Lost boys)
(Lost boys)
(Lost boys)
(Lost boys)
(Lost boys)
(Lost boys)
Lou Gramm's "Lost In The Shadows" is a song that seems to be about being lost and alone in the night. The repeated phrases of "Say hello to the night" and "Lost in the shadows" give the impression of someone wandering aimlessly through the darkness, searching for something or someone, but feeling isolated and disconnected from the world.
The lyrics suggest a sense of desperation and longing, with the singer envisioning themselves as a lost boy in need of guidance and companionship. They talk about the madness of their thoughts and the loneliness that pours over them, but also express a sense of determination to keep moving forward into the unknown.
Throughout the song, there are references to light and darkness, with the darkness representing the singer's current state of mind - lost and alone in the shadowy unknown - and the light symbolizing a potential escape or release from these feelings. Overall, "Lost In The Shadows" is a haunting and introspective song that captures the sense of fear and uncertainty that can come with being lost and alone.
Line by Line Meaning
Say hello to the night
Acknowledging the presence of darkness and embracing it
Lost in the shadows
Feeling trapped and isolated in the darkness
Say hello to the night
Encouraging acceptance of the unknown and mysterious
Lost in the loneliness
Feeling abandoned and disconnected from others
Say hello to the night
Recognizing the possibility for self-discovery and growth in the dark
Lost in the shadows
Fearing the unknown and its potential danger
No one knows
Suggesting that the darkness is difficult to understand and navigate
I can't wait, I can't wait, no
Impatient for what's to come, even if it's frightening
When I see little lights in the shadows
Feeling hopeful for a glimmer of brightness in the darkness
One must hide when the sun gets higher
Feeling safer and more secure in the darkness, avoiding exposure to the light
I don't know what this madness means
Feeling confused and overwhelmed by the confusing nature of the darkness
Here comes the night, the bedroom in shadows
Darkness descending upon a private space, making it feel more mysterious and dangerous
Candlelights, I don't know where it's coming from
Feeling unsure about the source of light in the darkness
But I, I keep moving on
Persisting through the darkness, even when it seems impossible to do so
'Til the darkest thought makes me want to try these wings
Feeling inspired to take risks and pursue growth, even in the midst of darkness
Loneliness pours over you
Feeling overwhelmed and consumed by the negative emotions that come with darkness
Emptiness can pull you through
Suggesting the potential for growth and clarity after experiencing darkness
Did you go to sleep with the light on?
Questioning how others handle the fear and uncertainty that come with darkness
I can't wait for this feeling to free me, hey yeah
Feeling hopeful that the darkness will ultimately provide liberation, growth, and understanding
Wind blows hard, but it doesn't matter
Faced with external challenges, but feeling determined to persist
'Cause when the sun goes down
Embracing the darkness and finding opportunity within it
Nothing else matters, the line is where the night lies
Recognizing the importance of darkness and the potential it holds
I will wait outside her window tonight
Feeling drawn to the dangerous, unknown aspects of the darkness
(Lost boys)
Referencing the popular movie that explores themes of darkness and youth culture
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Lou Gramm
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