The band's initial line up was as below, although there would be line up changes for the band by the time they came to work on their 3rd album, the first two members listed were a constant throughout the life time of the band.
* Steve Gould (vocals/saxophone/bass)
* Dave Kaffinetti (keyboards)
* Graham Field (organ)
* Mark Ashton (drums)
The band split up in the mid 1970s.
You're Lost
Rare Bird Lyrics
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In a maze I′m watching you over there
In the meantime sugar, don't pull out your hair, yeah
′Cause you're lost, ooh, yeah
And as you're watching the world go by
I′ve had a good time baby, now I must fly, yeah
And so long and bye bye bye
Think of all the times you drove me too far
Drove me too hard, baby you′re nowhere
And as you're watching the world go by
I′ve had a good time baby, now I must fly
And so long, bye bye bye
And you're lost, yes you′re lost and you're lost
Oh-ooh lost, baby you're lost, baby you′re lost
The song "You're Lost" by Rare Bird is a powerful ballad about the end of a relationship. It begins with the singer observing the object of their affection from a distance, as they seem lost and alone in their thoughts. The chorus repeats the theme of being lost, further emphasizing the disconnect and confusion that the relationship has caused. The verse that follows seems to touch on the issues that led to the breakup, with the singer lamenting how their partner pushed them too far. The final verse brings the song to a close, with the singer acknowledging that it is time to move on and say goodbye.
This song explores a common theme in music - heartbreak and the pain that comes with it. Rare Bird's melancholic tone and well-crafted lyrics make "You're Lost" a haunting track that resonates with anyone who has experienced a relationship's end. The song expresses the complex emotions of loss and coming to terms with the end of something that was once beautiful.
Line by Line Meaning
Time alone, you stop and stare
You find yourself alone with your thoughts, and they consume you as you become lost in them.
In a maze I'm watching you over there
As an observer, I see you struggle and feel trapped within yourself.
In the meantime sugar, don't pull out your hair, yeah
'Cause you're lost, ooh, yeah
While you're feeling lost and stressed, don't overreact and cause yourself more harm.
And as you're watching the world go by
I've had a good time baby, now I must fly, yeah
And so long and bye bye bye
And you're lost, yeah lost, ooh and you're lost
While you were stuck in your own head, I was enjoying life, and now it's time for me to move on. You, on the other hand, are still lost and struggling to find your way.
Think of all the times you drove me too far
Drove me too hard, baby you're nowhere
Reflect on how your behavior has negatively impacted our relationship, and how you've driven me away with your attitude.
And as you're watching the world go by
I've had a good time baby, now I must fly
And so long, bye bye bye
And you're lost, yes you're lost and you're lost
Oh-ooh lost, baby you're lost, baby you're lost
While you're still lost in your own thoughts and your troubles, I am moving forward, leaving you behind in your confusion and loneliness.
Writer(s): Curtis, Gould, Kaffinetti, Karas, Kelly
Contributed by Ryan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dan Bartko
If you want to know what
diamond cut musical precision
sounds like,look no further.
You have arrived.
No cacophony,or crescendo
but rather,
a seamless intricate silk web
of interplay majesty, forming
an otherworldly tapestry of
sheer brilliance of
sound vibration,
accelerando tempo
through an epic forest.
Paul Blakey
Stunning song, many moods. What a fantastic find, sounds great even in 2021
Gary Diamond
This song is pure, unadulterated genius. I had one of those great moments where you walk into a record store and a song is on the turntable which just rips your head around. Shouting over the extended outro to Rikki, I thought he said "Your Loss". When it finally epically rushed to a conclusion I asked if he had a spare copy as I was blown away. He didn't, but I'll have to try and track down that elusive 7" which plays at 33rpm or indeed just buy the album Epic Forest. What a song. I can't believe Rare Bird aren't well known, in a way the name fits... not a lot of people know about/have experienced them.
Patricio Díaz Ruiz
yo soy de CHILE LATINOAMERICA AL LA DE ARGENTINA Y CONOCI A RARE BIRD A LOS 18 AÑOS ,TE RECOMIENDO SUS 5 DISCOS SON TAN SUTILES TBM EN ESTA LINEA SPOOKY TOOTH
Gary W. Wade
Thanks so much for sharing these tracks by Rare Bird. This was on an EP that came with the original LP. I can't thank you enough!
richard finlayson
Really, that would have been a bonus, great track....great band actually.
alan clark
this has got to be one of the best pieces of music i have ever heard, the drumming is quality, my fav band of all time.
PETER GIBSON
Just brilliant ..... best band of the 70's IMO and probably my fav of all time .... I'm so envious of folks listening to them for the first time.
Brian Reed
I don't have this on my album, it's about as good as the rest of this incredible album.
Uk Rock Sounds
Has been released again with this great track.
Dan Bartko
If you want to know what
diamond cut musical precision
sounds like,look no further.
You have arrived.
No cacophony,or crescendo
but rather,
a seamless intricate silk web
of interplay majesty, forming
an otherworldly tapestry of
sheer brilliance of
sound vibration,
accelerando tempo
through an epic forest.