The group was founded in 1978 by Andy McCluskey and Paul Humphreys, after they had been involved in several bands, including The Id. Later drummer Malcolm Holmes and saxophonist Martin Cooper joined. McCluskey and Humphreys formed the core of the outfit until 1989, when the group split in two. McCluskey retained the name and continued to record and tour as OMD with a new line-up until 1996, while Humphreys, Holmes, and Cooper formed "The Listening Pool".
According to Songfacts, Enola Gay was the first of 7 Top 10 UK singles for the group; their only US hit was If You Leave, which was written for the 1985 movie Pretty In Pink.
In late December 2005, OMD's official website announced a 2006 reformation, for both live performances and a new album, with rehearsals beginning in summer 2006. The line up features the original 1980's members (Andy McCluskey, Paul Humphreys, Malcolm Holmes and Martin Cooper). The "Architecture & Morality" tour for late 2006 was postponed until the beginning of 2007.
The tour finally took place in the spring of 2007 featuring "Architecture & Morality" played in its entirety plus a 'greatest hits' set, although each concert famously ended with stirring rendition of B side/album track and fan favourite "The Romance of the Telescope".
Plans are now ahead for the release of a documentary DVD (since released and available here), a live DVD of the 2007 tour (release postponed until 2008) and a new studio album released in 2010, entitled "History of Modern".
The group's 12th studio album, English Electric, was released on 5 April 2013. The group's 13th studio album, The Punishment Of Luxury, was released on 1 September 2017. The group's 14th studio album, Bauhaus Staircase, was released on 27 October 2023.
Official OMD website: http://www.omd.uk.com
If You're Still In Love With Me
Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark Lyrics
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Then I find that you change your mind, but one and one will not make three.
Well, I'm glad to say the distance is one thing I never mind.
But every thought of leaving is the last thing on my mind.
So if you're still in love with me then why won't you just set me free?
Cause if I'm not in love with you then there's no chance to see this through
again.
Everything that I've promised you,
I tried and tried to make it all come true.
But if I break your heart again, well this time it'll never mend.
When I beg for freedom, you only chain me down.
With everyday that passes now, the answer can't be found.
So if you're still in love with me then why won't you just set me free?
Cause if I'm not in love with you then there's no chance to see this through
again.
All across the nation.
People in frustration.
There's those who need someone to stay.
And those who've got to run away.
So if you're still in love with me then why won't you just set me free?
Cause if I'm not in love with you then there's no chance to see this through
again.
So if you're still in love with me then why won't you just set me free?
Cause if I'm not in love with you then there's no chance to see this through
again.
The lyrics to "If You're Still In Love With Me" by Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark tell the story of a relationship in which one person, the singer, is no longer in love with their partner. However, the partner still claims to be in love with the singer and wants to hold onto the relationship. The singer expresses that they don't want to be held down and restrained in a relationship they don't want to be in, but they still care for their partner's feelings and don't want to hurt them. They understand that breaking the partner's heart again would be the end of any chance of reconciliation, but they also don't want to be trapped in something they don't feel is right.
The song is a poignant exploration of the difficulties of relationships and the complexities of love. It touches on the themes of loyalty, freedom, and emotional baggage. The lyrics are emotional and heartfelt, expressing the singer's true feelings while also acknowledging the partner's desires. The song is beautifully melodic and the chorus is memorable, highlighting the emotionally charged nature of the message.
Line by Line Meaning
First you say you're in love with me and that it lasts eternally.
You initially claim to love me and that love is forever.
Then I find that you change your mind, but one and one will not make three.
But you end up changing your mind, which means we cannot make it work together.
Well, I'm glad to say the distance is one thing I never mind.
Physical distance does not bother me at all.
But every thought of leaving is the last thing on my mind.
However, I never think of leaving you.
So if you're still in love with me then why won't you just set me free?
If you still love me, why won't you let me go?
Cause if I'm not in love with you then there's no chance to see this through again.
If I don't love you, there's no hope for us to try again.
Everything that I've promised you, I tried and tried to make it all come true.
I have tried my best to fulfill all the promises I made to you.
But if I break your heart again, well this time it'll never mend.
However, if I hurt you again, your heart will never recover.
When I beg for freedom, you only chain me down.
Whenever I ask for freedom, you hold me back.
With everyday that passes now, the answer can't be found.
As time passes, we cannot find a solution to our problems.
All across the nation. People in frustration.
People across the country are feeling frustrated.
There's those who need someone to stay. And those who've got to run away.
Some people need someone to stay with them, while others need to run away.
Contributed by Mackenzie W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.