Razorcuts split up on 21 April 1990. Vass went on to form Red Chair Fadeaway, Dandelion Wine and, in 2022, silver biplanes. Webster formed The Carousel, Saturn V and then in the late 1990s Sportique. The duo reunited under the name Forever People in 1992 for a one-off single on Sarah Records.
I'll Still Be There
Razorcuts Lyrics
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When I tried to leave I though that I'd get farther than my own front door
When I saw you smile I knew that it was far too late to walk away
When I stopped to think I knew that I would be here with you again today
A lover in despair
You know I'll still be there
I know that there's more to life than spending summer afternoons with you
I know that I should spend some time on all of those things that I used to want to do
I know that there's more to life than this but just for now I feel okay
A lover in despair
You know I'll still be there
The lyrics to Razorcuts' song "I'll Still Be There" offer a melancholic reflection on the complexities of love and the uncertainty that comes with it. The first verse sets the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer admits that they are not entirely sure what they want or where they're going. They're stuck in a state of ambivalence, unsure if they should stay or go. The second line, "When I tried to leave I thought that I'd get farther than my own front door," suggests that the singer has tried to leave before but struggled to do so.
The chorus, repeated twice, declares the singer's commitment to their lover: "A lover in despair / You know I'll still be there." Despite their reservations and doubts, they are still willing to stand by their partner through thick and thin. The repetition of the phrase "I know" in the second verse underscores the singer's uncertainty and conflicting emotions. They acknowledge that there's more to life than their relationship, but at the same time, they feel content to be with their lover in the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
When I stopped to think last night I didn't know what I was waiting for
I took a moment to reflect yesterday, but I couldn't figure out what I was hoping for or expecting.
When I tried to leave I though that I'd get farther than my own front door
I thought that by attempting to move on, my progress would be much more significant than not moving at all.
When I saw you smile I knew that it was far too late to walk away
Once I saw that beautiful smile of yours, there was no way I was going to be able to just leave.
When I stopped to think I knew that I would be here with you again today
After taking some time to reflect, I knew that I would end up back here with you today.
A lover in despair
I'm someone who is in love, but feeling sad or hopeless about it.
You know I'll still be there
Despite any challenges or difficulties, I'm still going to be here for you.
I know that there's more to life than spending summer afternoons with you
Although I love spending time with you, I realize that there are other things in life that are important too.
I know that I should spend some time on all of those things that I used to want to do
I'm aware that there are things I used to love doing that I haven't made time for, and I should prioritize them.
I know that it's a million miles from feeling good to knowing what to say
Sometimes it's hard to express myself or know the right thing to say, even when I feel good.
I know that there's more to life than this but just for now I feel okay
Although there's more to life than what's currently happening, I'm content with how things are for now.
Contributed by Aaron R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.