Paul Samson (born Paul Sanson, June 4, 1953, died August 9, 2002) was a gui… Read Full Bio ↴Paul Samson (born Paul Sanson, June 4, 1953, died August 9, 2002) was a guitarist closely associated with the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal.

After a period in several obscure bands, Samson formed his own eponymous outfit, Samson, in 1978, consisting of Chris Aylmer on bass, and Clive Burr on drums. Burr left, and eventually joined Iron Maiden, and was replaced by the controversial Thunderstick, who wore a gimp mask on stage. At a time when the also masked Cambridge Rapist was making the news, he became a target for criticism. In 1979, the line-up was expanded to a four piece with the addition of Bruce Bruce (aka Bruce Dickinson) on vocals.

The band enjoyed a strong cult following in the best years of the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal releasing the albums Survivors, Head On and Shock Tactics, until 1981 when Thunderstick left, and Bruce Bruce, who changed his name back to his real surname of Dickinson at this point, left to join Iron Maiden.

The talented vocalist Nicky Moore was recruited as replacement and Mel Gaynor then Pete Jupp took over drums, and this line-up released the commendable albums Before the Storm and Don't Get Mad Get Even. These two albums sold in higher quantities than the first three, and the band toured more countries and played to bigger audiences than the Bruce/Thunderstick lineup, although the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal was by now said to be a spent force. The band finally threw in the towel in 1984.

Samson spent the subsequent years in a variety of solo and group projects, including various temporary reformations of Samson, and had success as a producer, and also as a blues player, spending a year in Chicago. He played on the recording of the Ram Jam 1977 rock hit Black Betty.

In 2002 he died of cancer, whilst recording a new Samson album with Nicky Moore.

Wrong Side of Time
Paul Samson Lyrics

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Though you're far away
I know the feeling strong
No matter what they say
You can do no wrong

I'm caught in between the wrong side of time

Time again we asked

Would our love stay the same?
I check the post each day
There's nothing there again

I'm caught in between the wrong side of time

Lost inside a dream
That's how it all should be
Shake of reality
Now you're a part of me

You're a part of me
You're just a part of me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Paul Samson's song "Wrong Side of Time" speak to the feeling of longing for a loved one who is far away. The singer acknowledges that despite the distance and the doubts of others, they still strongly believe in and support their partner. However, the singer also admits feeling caught in between the wrong side of time, suggesting that perhaps the timing of their relationship is not ideal.

The second verse continues this theme, with the singer wondering if their love will endure despite the physical separation between them. The line "I check the post each day, there's nothing there again" implies that the singer is waiting for a letter or some other form of communication from their partner, but to no avail. Despite this disappointment, the singer remains committed to their relationship, even if it feels like the timing is wrong.

The final verse brings in a dreamlike quality, with the singer feeling lost inside a dream where their loved one is a part of them. This reinforces the idea that despite the physical distance between them, their emotional connection remains strong. Overall, the lyrics of "Wrong Side of Time" speak to the complexities of long-distance relationships and the emotional toll they can take.

Line by Line Meaning

Though you're far away
Despite the physical distance between us

I know the feeling strong
I have a strong emotional connection with you

No matter what they say
Regardless of what others may think or say about our relationship

You can do no wrong
You are perfect in my eyes

I'm caught in between the wrong side of time
I feel stuck in a moment of time where our love is not able to progress

Time again we asked
We have wondered many times before

Would our love stay the same?
If our love could sustain itself over time

I check the post each day
I eagerly await your correspondence

There's nothing there again
I did not receive any communication from you

Lost inside a dream
I feel like I am living in a fantasy

That's how it all should be
This is how I wish things could always be