Mike & The Mechanics debuted with their stellar eponymous album in 1985 which highlighted Rutherford's innovative guitar work and the vocal talents of the two Pauls, amongst other guest vocalists. Initially, the group's albums were released between Genesis albums, all three Genesis members having solo projects of their own, most notable in the huge chart success of singer/drummer Phil Collins. This ended with the disbanding of Genesis in 1998.
The classic song "The Living Years" from the album of the same name was to be the height of their critical success to date; the #1 single was written by and about the dissension between singer BA Robertson and his father, a situation that was never rectified prior to his father's death, sung with great passion by Carrack. The album also featured the song "Nobody's Perfect" which received considerable airtime as the music to a successful television advertising campaign for Tennants bitter. Their third album "Word of Mouth" followed in 1991 with less commercial and critical success although the lead single, with vocals by Paul Young, reached the Top 20. The fourth album "Beggar On a Beach of Gold" was a high watermark in the quality of their material, with both the album and first single "Over My Shoulder" charting well with many considering the album the band's best work.
After a hiatus following Young's death from a heart attack on July 17, 2000, the band reformed in 2004 as Mike & the Mechanics featuring Paul Carrack releasing the album "Rewired".
A new Mike & the Mechanics album (titled "The Road") was released in the spring of 2011, supported by a 22-date UK tour. Replacing Carrack and Young as vocalists for the group are Andrew Roachford and Canadian actor/singer Tim Hower.
I Believe
Mike & The Mechanics Lyrics
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Shattered dreams worthless years
Here am I encased inside a hollow shell
Life bagan then was done
Now I stare into a cold empty well
The many sounds that meet our ears
The sights our eyes behold
And feed our empty souls
I believe when I fall in love with you
It will be forever
I believe when I fall in love this time
It will be forever
Without despair
We will share and the joys of caring
Will not be replaced
What has been must never end
And with the strength we have
Won't be erased
When the truths of love are planted firm
They won't be hard to find
And the words of love I speak to you
Will echo in my mind
I believe when I fall in love with you
It will be forever I believe when
I fall in love this time
It will be forever
Ever, ever, ever
I believe when I fall in love with you
It will be forever
I'm so glad that I found someone
To believe in again
God surely answered my prayer
God surely answered my prayer
You know god surely answered my prayer
You know god surely answered my prayer
God always will answer your prayers
Believe in one who will answer my prayer
Thank you god
I believe when I fall in love with you
It will be forever
I believe when I fall in love with you
It will be forever
Come on let's fall in love
You're the woman I've been waiting for
Come on let's fall in love
You're the girl that I really adore
Come on let's fall in love
Come on baby let's fall in love
Come on let's.
Mike & The Mechanics's song "I Believe" is a powerful ballad about finding love after disappointment and shattered dreams. The lyrics delve into the singer's feelings of emptiness and despair, caused by a past full of unfulfilled desires and hopes. However, as they open themselves up to the possibility of love, they become aware of the sights, sounds, and sensations of the world around them, and find hope in the ideas of sharing, caring, and everlasting love.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the belief that this time, love will last forever, without despair or replacement. The singer is confident in their love for the person they are singing to, and they trust that the love they give will be echoed back to them in return. The song ends with a cry of joy and gratitude to God, whom the singer credits for answering their prayer of finding love once again.
Overall, "I Believe" is a song that speaks to the universal human experience of searching for and finding love, despite the pains and disappointments of the past.
Line by Line Meaning
Shattered dreams worthless years
My past is filled with broken hopes and wasted time
Here am I encased inside a hollow shell
I feel empty and alone, like I'm trapped in my own sadness
Life began then was done
My life started, but it feels like it has already ended
Now I stare into a cold empty well
My future seems bleak and hopeless
The many sounds that meet our ears
The world is full of noise and distractions
The sights our eyes behold
Our surroundings are visually stimulating
Will open up our merging hearts
These experiences help us connect emotionally
And feed our empty souls
They give us a sense of purpose and fulfillment
I believe when I fall in love with you
I have a strong confidence that our love will last forever
It will be forever
Our love will remain strong and enduring
Without despair
We won't have to experience sadness or hopelessness
We will share and the joys of caring
We will find happiness in taking care of each other
Will not be replaced
Nothing can take the place of our love
What has been must never end
Our love is eternal and will never be broken
And with the strength we have
Our love will give us the power to overcome any challenges
Won't be erased
Our love will never disappear or fade away
When the truths of love are planted firm
When we have a solid foundation of love and trust
They won't be hard to find
Our true feelings for each other will be obvious and clear
And the words of love I speak to you
My expressions of love will be heartfelt and sincere
Will echo in my mind
I will remember my love for you always
I'm so glad that I found someone
I am grateful to have found my true love
To believe in again
Someone to trust and have faith in once more
God surely answered my prayer
I believe that God has blessed me with this love
You know god surely answered my prayer
I am convinced that my love is a gift from God
God always will answer your prayers
I believe that God is always listening and responding to our prayers
Believe in one who will answer my prayer
Have faith that someone will come along to fulfill your wishes
Come on let's fall in love
Let's take a chance on each other and pursue a relationship
You're the woman I've been waiting for
I have been looking for someone like you my whole life
You're the girl that I really adore
I am deeply in love with you and cherish you
Come on baby let's fall in love
Let's start our journey of love and happiness together
Come on let's
Let's not hesitate and take action
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VIDEOHEREBOB
Great underrated vocalist. Love that high note at 2:29
Kate Pleasant
Hands down the Best copy of my all time favorite song!! Oh, Paul!!
Antonio Macedo
Acabei de ouvir na Rádio Monte Carlo de Tubarão SC, essa música é #linda! 💞
Jazmin Brito
Que linda canción ♥
WweRKOcoiledvoices
Absolute Brilliant !!!
Bruce Christie
Wow, I had no idea they covered this song. Great job, and today is Stevie Wonder's 61st birthday (May 13). I bet Stevie likes Mike's version as well.
Marc P Coderre
The version that first introduced me to the song and still my favourite version. I just listened to Garfunkel's version which is okay, but lacks punch of this version.
Kevin Gill
Beautiful song!
Hendrik Bodeman
They don’t make those songs nowadays.... what a lyrics!
Via Lolo
Super song la guitare et tout j adore