While "Good" earned the band critical notoriety and substantial underground cred, they did not -- with this release or any subsequent -- break into the mainstream. After the release of Good, the band replaced Dupree with Billy Conway, a former bandmate of Sandman. Morphine's 1992 release of Cure for Pain, promoted by heavy touring, received some mainstream positive attention, selling over 300,000 copies worldwide and spawning a chart hit in many countries with the single Buena
Subsequent releases include Yes and Like Swimming.
On July 3, 1999, Mark Sandman collapsed on stage in Palestrina, Italy, a suburb of Rome. He was pronounced dead of a heart attack at the scene. He was 46. Morphine released The Night -- arguably their best effort -- posthumously in 2000.
After Sandman's death, the remaining band members reformed and continued to record as Twinemen and later as The Ever Expanding Elastic Waste Band
In 2004, the Mark Sandman box set Sandbox was released by Hi-n-Dry, Mark Sandman's own label. It contains two CDs and a DVD of previously unreleased material spanning Sandman’s musical career. The DVD features clips from early Sandman shows, interviews from the Morphine tours, and various videos from other Sandman solo and group projects, such as Treat Her Right.
"Some day there'll be a cure for pain,
And that's the day I throw my drugs away" - Mark Sandman
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Morphine Lyrics
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I just feel that way
I'm on a bus to Atlantic City later on today
I have a seat at a black jack table
swear to God the dealer has a tag says Mabel
hit me, hit me
I smile at Mabel
players win, winners play
have a lucky day
players win, winners play
have a lucky day
have a lucky day
Mabel gives me a great big smile
she's gettin to know me
she's on my side
I'm a winner and I came to play
now I know why they say
players win, winners play
have a lucky day
players win and winners play
have a lucky day
have a lucky day
now I'm down a little
in fact I'm down a lot
I'm on a rollercoaster ride and I can't stop
my luck has changed, but she'll come back
that's the beauty of a game of chance
I can't lose forever, but I'm doomed to try
I keep on hearing that voice inside
players win, winners play
have a lucky day
players win and winners play
have a lucky day
have a lucky day
have a lucky day
The song "The Only One" by Morphine speaks to the uniqueness of every individual. The opening lines of the song say that no matter what a person confesses, expresses, or dresses like, they are still different from everyone else. The song emphasizes the idea that no one else thinks or dreams like you, and your version of success is different from everyone else's. The lyrics remind listeners that all individuals have their own set of experiences, perspectives, and ways of living that make them distinct. The song celebrates the beauty of being different and the importance of embracing one's individuality.
In addition to the powerful lyrics, the song's minimalist and laid-back style adds to its emotional impact. The slow tempo and distinctive sound of the baritone saxophone give the song a haunting quality that enhances its message. The song's melancholic atmosphere conveys a sense of introspection and contemplation, which matches perfectly with the theme of the lyrics.
Overall, "The Only One" is a beautiful song that encourages listeners to recognize and embrace their unique qualities. By stressing the value of individuality, the song encourages people to foster their own sense of self and cherish the differences that make them who they are.
Line by Line Meaning
Whatever you confess
No matter what you reveal to the world about yourself
The feelings you express
Your emotional reactions and expressions towards things
No matter how you dress
Regardless of your clothing or appearance
You're different from the rest
You distinguish yourself from others
The way you live your life
Your unique lifestyle and how you live it
You are the only one who thinks like you
There is nobody else who thinks the same way you do
You are the only one who dreams like you
Your dreams and aspirations are unique to you alone
The only one, the only one
You stand alone in your individuality
Behind the bluest flame
Regardless of the brightest spotlight or fame you may have
They'll never guess your game
People will never be able to fully understand your motives and intentions
Your version of success
How you define success and what it means to you personally
Is different from the rest
Your definition of success stands out from the norm
You are the only one
You truly are the one and only
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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Moongrime
After learning about the death of Billy Conway I was revisiting my favorite Morphine tracks, all of these are among some of my favorites. I complied the lyrics to the versions that contain them. Part V was difficult at the end because of overlapping vocal tracks. After really dissecting the lyrics I feel in part IV & V, he is singing about sharing a moment, a kiss, with a lady under the shade of her umbrella on a summer day <3
Part II:
I know what the problem is
I know you
I know what the matter is
I know you
Cause your just like me
yea your just like me
and I know you.
Cause your just like me
Yea your just like me
and I know you.
Part III:
Give me a kiss hello goodbye
what's the difference?
Just end everything you say with a smile
Wave goodbye hello
There's that look in your eye
Forwards backwards back it down the drive
curtains in the window wave goodbye
curtains in the window wave goodbye
hello there's that look in your eye
and your crazy smile
I know you and you know me too
I know everything that you're gonna do
I know you and you know me too
I know everything that that you're going through
I know you and you know me too
I know everything that you're going through
I know you and you know me and I know you
you know me and I know you
Give me an invitation and I'll be there
unless of course I got to be somewhere
Give me your wishlist let's shake hands,
if you don't like it you can have your money back
Give me a kiss hello goodbye
what's the difference?
Just end everything you say with a smile
Wave goodbye hello
There's that look in your eye
and your crazy smile
I know you and you know me too
I know everything that you're going through
I know you and you know me too
I know everything that that you're gonna do
I know you and you know me too
You know everything that I'm going through
I know you and you know me and I know you
you know me and I know you
I know you
Part IV-V:
Hard things burn
You learn that early
about some things
here we go again
here we go
and spoken instinct?
left all alone for a second
Oh
Give me a kiss
Hello goodbye
What's the difference
You just end everything you say with a smile
Wave goodbye hello
With a glint in your eyes
And your shiny smile
Turn up the (-red) x3
Now am I'm a gentile
Give me the shadow
Give me the shade
Give me everything that you used to make
Make it all again for me
Do it for me
Everything is clear at night
behind the walls and out of sight
or outside the gates
or deep inside
Give me the shadow
Give me the shade
Give me the shade
Give me the shade
Give me the shade
Give me a blur
Make it realistic
increase the experience of
What are you doing over there?
What are you doing?
Come over here!
Better lay down, I'll get you a towel
What's the time from
Zero hours from now
Nothing's changed
Everything is like how it was
Give me the shadow
Give me the shade
Umbrella or a tent or anything you make
Give me an invitation
I'll be there
Give me an invitation
And I'll be there
Unless I have to go somewhere
Give me a kiss
Hello goodbye
What's the difference
Just end everything you say with a smile
Wave goodbye hello
With a glint in your eye
And your shiny smile
It's pretty
Curtains in the window wave goodbye
Curtains in the window wave goodbye
Curtains in the window wave goodbye
Give me a kiss
Hello goodbye
What's the difference
End it all, all with a smile
Wave goodbye hello
With a glint in your eye
Give me the shadow
Give me the shade
Give me a blur
Give me the shakes
the scent the lip? the thing you make
Give me the shade
forwards backwards down the drive
the curtains in the window
wave good bye hello
what's that look in your eye
Give me the shadow
Give me the shade
Give me everything you make
Give me the blur
Give me a trail
Let me put it all inside a frame
And make the colors change
From bright to black and grey
I say I miss you
and you say that's alright
This is what it's like now x3
Give me the shadow
Give me the shade
Give me a sample
Give me the taste
Under umbrella thats what you like to make
Give me the shade x2
Moongrime
After learning about the death of Billy Conway I was revisiting my favorite Morphine tracks, all of these are among some of my favorites. I complied the lyrics to the versions that contain them. Part V was difficult at the end because of overlapping vocal tracks. After really dissecting the lyrics I feel in part IV & V, he is singing about sharing a moment, a kiss, with a lady under the shade of her umbrella on a summer day <3
Part II:
I know what the problem is
I know you
I know what the matter is
I know you
Cause your just like me
yea your just like me
and I know you.
Cause your just like me
Yea your just like me
and I know you.
Part III:
Give me a kiss hello goodbye
what's the difference?
Just end everything you say with a smile
Wave goodbye hello
There's that look in your eye
Forwards backwards back it down the drive
curtains in the window wave goodbye
curtains in the window wave goodbye
hello there's that look in your eye
and your crazy smile
I know you and you know me too
I know everything that you're gonna do
I know you and you know me too
I know everything that that you're going through
I know you and you know me too
I know everything that you're going through
I know you and you know me and I know you
you know me and I know you
Give me an invitation and I'll be there
unless of course I got to be somewhere
Give me your wishlist let's shake hands,
if you don't like it you can have your money back
Give me a kiss hello goodbye
what's the difference?
Just end everything you say with a smile
Wave goodbye hello
There's that look in your eye
and your crazy smile
I know you and you know me too
I know everything that you're going through
I know you and you know me too
I know everything that that you're gonna do
I know you and you know me too
You know everything that I'm going through
I know you and you know me and I know you
you know me and I know you
I know you
Part IV-V:
Hard things burn
You learn that early
about some things
here we go again
here we go
and spoken instinct?
left all alone for a second
Oh
Give me a kiss
Hello goodbye
What's the difference
You just end everything you say with a smile
Wave goodbye hello
With a glint in your eyes
And your shiny smile
Turn up the (-red) x3
Now am I'm a gentile
Give me the shadow
Give me the shade
Give me everything that you used to make
Make it all again for me
Do it for me
Everything is clear at night
behind the walls and out of sight
or outside the gates
or deep inside
Give me the shadow
Give me the shade
Give me the shade
Give me the shade
Give me the shade
Give me a blur
Make it realistic
increase the experience of
What are you doing over there?
What are you doing?
Come over here!
Better lay down, I'll get you a towel
What's the time from
Zero hours from now
Nothing's changed
Everything is like how it was
Give me the shadow
Give me the shade
Umbrella or a tent or anything you make
Give me an invitation
I'll be there
Give me an invitation
And I'll be there
Unless I have to go somewhere
Give me a kiss
Hello goodbye
What's the difference
Just end everything you say with a smile
Wave goodbye hello
With a glint in your eye
And your shiny smile
It's pretty
Curtains in the window wave goodbye
Curtains in the window wave goodbye
Curtains in the window wave goodbye
Give me a kiss
Hello goodbye
What's the difference
End it all, all with a smile
Wave goodbye hello
With a glint in your eye
Give me the shadow
Give me the shade
Give me a blur
Give me the shakes
the scent the lip? the thing you make
Give me the shade
forwards backwards down the drive
the curtains in the window
wave good bye hello
what's that look in your eye
Give me the shadow
Give me the shade
Give me everything you make
Give me the blur
Give me a trail
Let me put it all inside a frame
And make the colors change
From bright to black and grey
I say I miss you
and you say that's alright
This is what it's like now x3
Give me the shadow
Give me the shade
Give me a sample
Give me the taste
Under umbrella thats what you like to make
Give me the shade x2
Diego Reynaldo
El concepto con la imagen que pusiste, y la portada de los álbumes es excelente.
Perfecta recopilación
Gerasimized thing
The fact that there are 5(IV) pictures of the plant in the thumbnail is dope. Well played man.
WE OPEN SPACE VIENNA
.. big, big Thanks for uploading this, always new things to discover from Mark, love it !!!!
Kay
From the bottom of my soul, thank you 🖤😊
Brian J. Carnevale
ain't that the truth.
Victor Casale
The sax, magic, mystery in the night and then the Sandman blending in like whisky.
le kolega
how can something be this good, good, so goood 😂
Pedro Castaneda
Heme aquí después de haber escuchado de Santiago Moure (Lateletal Colombia) que es uno de sus grupo favoritos. Excelente música !!
A Quiet Place
Beautiful.