In October 2006, following extensive touring and having built up a hardcore fanbase, the band signed to Wall of Sound records. Their first single "Heavyweight Champion of the World" recieved good airplay on Radio 1 and hit the UK Top 10, and has become of this summer's anthems for many clubbers and festival goers alike, appealing to fans of both dance and indie.
Another single (He Said He Loved Me) is to be released at the end of August, alongside an album (State Of Things) in September.
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Hard Time for Dreamers
Reverend and the Makers Lyrics
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When I'm bowled in your fire
And should the Russians come?
Or the icebergs melt
Would it matter?
In the Midst of the third world war
Or when I'm sixty-four
Are you a french kiss in the chaos?
Please don't let me down
In this hard time for dreamers
Are you a port in stormy season?
Will you let me down?
In event of a gas panic
Or if a hurricane should hit
When my wallets looking thin
Or if the tories got back in
And if sea-levels should rise
And Sheffield's on the coastline
Should all our friends betray us?
Are you a french kiss in the chaos?
Please don't let me down
In this hard time for dreamers
'ave you a song for every season?
Will you let me down?
Or will you hang me out to dry, love
Hang me out to dry
Will you hang me out to dry, love
Hang me out to dry
Will you hang me out to dry, love
Hang me out to dry
Will you hang me out to dry, love
Hang me out to dry
Should all our friends betray us?
Are you a french kiss kiss in the chaos?
Please don't let me down
In these hard time for dreamers
Are you a port in stormy season?
Will you let me down?
The lyrics of "Hard Time for Dreamers" by Reverend and the Makers reflect a sense of uncertainty and fear amidst the chaos and challenges of the world. The song begins by questioning the significance of individual struggles and desires in the face of potential disasters like the dropping of a bomb or the melting of icebergs. The mention of the Russians coming and the turmoil of a third world war highlights the global tensions that exist. The line "Or when I'm sixty-four" suggests that even in old age, these concerns may still persist.
The lyrics then shift to the idea of betrayal and seeking stability in relationships. The singer asks if their partner will be a source of comfort and support during difficult times, like a french kiss amidst chaos or a safe port in a stormy season. The fear of being let down is evident in the repeated plea of "please don't let me down" throughout the song.
The song continues to list various challenges, from a gas panic to the Tories getting back in power, further emphasizing the uncertainty and unpredictability of the world. The mention of sea-levels rising and Sheffield being on the coastline brings attention to the potential consequences of climate change.
Line by Line Meaning
And if they drop the bomb
In the face of imminent danger and destruction
When I'm bowled in your fire
When I'm completely consumed by your passion
And should the Russians come?
If we face the invasion of foreign powers
Or the icebergs melt
When the world faces the disastrous consequences of climate change
Would it matter?
Does any of this really have an impact?
In the Midst of the third world war
During a global conflict of unimaginable scale
Or when I'm sixty-four
Even in our old age
Should all our friends betray us?
If those we trust turn their backs on us
Are you a french kiss in the chaos?
Will you be the source of comfort and passion amidst the turmoil?
Please don't let me down
I hope you won't disappoint or abandon me
In this hard time for dreamers
During these difficult times when it's challenging to hold onto our hopes and aspirations
Are you a port in stormy season?
Will you be a safe haven during the most turbulent times?
Will you let me down?
Or will you disappoint me?
In event of a gas panic
If there is a sudden shortage or fear regarding gas supply
Or if a hurricane should hit
When a powerful tropical storm strikes with destructive force
When my wallets looking thin
When I'm financially struggling
Or if the tories got back in
If the conservative political party regains power
And if sea-levels should rise
If the ocean levels increase due to global warming
And Sheffield's on the coastline
If the city of Sheffield is affected by the rising sea levels
Are you a french kiss in the chaos?
Will you provide love and passion amidst the chaos and uncertainty?
'ave you a song for every season?
Do you offer a source of comfort and joy in all circumstances?
Will you let me down?
Or will you disappoint me?
Or will you hang me out to dry, love
Will you abandon me when I need you the most?
Hang me out to dry
Leave me in a vulnerable and unsupported state
Will you hang me out to dry, love
Will you expose me to danger and neglect?
Please don't let me down
I hope you won't disappoint or abandon me
In these hard time for dreamers
During these challenging times when it's difficult to maintain our dreams and aspirations
Are you a port in stormy season?
Will you be a safe haven during the most turbulent times?
Will you let me down?
Or will you disappoint me?
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Claire Brockbank
We’ve got have the correct lyrics for this song, it is such a lyrical masterpiece that it pains me to see it wrote down wrong, and if you’ve got it wrong, the fans will sing it wrong, so, here it is. And if you want to know how I know, it’s because I’ve seen them live more times than I can remember, I’ve listened to it more times than I can remember and I own a few copies of the album, A French Kiss In The Chaos, and it has the lyrics in there. This is why you should always buy the albums folks and not stream content! 1, You are supporting a great band and 2, you get stuff like lyrics printed in the inlay cards 😃👍🏻
Here we go, enjoy 👇🏻
And if they drop the bomb
When I’m bald and you’re fatter
And should the Russians come
Or the icebergs melt would it matter
In the midst of the Third World War
Or when I’m sixty four
Should all our friends betray us
Are you a French kiss in the chaos
Please don’t let me down
In these hard times for dreamers
Are you a port in stormy seas or
Will you let me down
In event of a gas panic
Or if a hurricane should hit
When my wallet’s looking thin
Or if the Tories got back in
*booooooo (*for the gig goers 😉)
And if sea levels should rise
And Sheffield’s on the coast line
Should all our friends betray us
Are you a French kiss in the chaos
Please don’t let me down
In these hard times for dreamers
Have you a song for every season
Will you let me down
Or will you hang me out to dry, love
Hang me out to dry
Will you hang me out to dry, love
Hang me out to dry
Will you hang me out to dry, love
Hang me out to dry
Will you hang me out to dry, love
Hang me out to dry
Should all our friends betray us
Are you a French kiss in the chaos
Please don’t let me down
In these hard times for dreamers
Are you a port in stormy seas or
Will you let me down........
CaptainOatwright
Classic. One of my fav Reverend songs. Their second album was fabulous, all the fun of the first but with a bit more depth and poignancy in some tracks like this one - seriously underrated.
CaptainOatwright
such a good song this - haunting. The best song they've done, totally unexpected style too. 5 *****
Trivun Luzaic
seeing them live in leeds tonight, should be a good gig :) here's hoping jon does one of his famous acoustic sets outside the gig :D great song, loving the new album
ritaedu1
Can't wait to see the Revs at the Forum London in Nov, one of my fave bands along with the great Pendulum.
laffey31
By far their best tune, good shout saving it for the last track on the album.
Claire Brockbank
We’ve got have the correct lyrics for this song, it is such a lyrical masterpiece that it pains me to see it wrote down wrong, and if you’ve got it wrong, the fans will sing it wrong, so, here it is. And if you want to know how I know, it’s because I’ve seen them live more times than I can remember, I’ve listened to it more times than I can remember and I own a few copies of the album, A French Kiss In The Chaos, and it has the lyrics in there. This is why you should always buy the albums folks and not stream content! 1, You are supporting a great band and 2, you get stuff like lyrics printed in the inlay cards 😃👍🏻
Here we go, enjoy 👇🏻
And if they drop the bomb
When I’m bald and you’re fatter
And should the Russians come
Or the icebergs melt would it matter
In the midst of the Third World War
Or when I’m sixty four
Should all our friends betray us
Are you a French kiss in the chaos
Please don’t let me down
In these hard times for dreamers
Are you a port in stormy seas or
Will you let me down
In event of a gas panic
Or if a hurricane should hit
When my wallet’s looking thin
Or if the Tories got back in
*booooooo (*for the gig goers 😉)
And if sea levels should rise
And Sheffield’s on the coast line
Should all our friends betray us
Are you a French kiss in the chaos
Please don’t let me down
In these hard times for dreamers
Have you a song for every season
Will you let me down
Or will you hang me out to dry, love
Hang me out to dry
Will you hang me out to dry, love
Hang me out to dry
Will you hang me out to dry, love
Hang me out to dry
Will you hang me out to dry, love
Hang me out to dry
Should all our friends betray us
Are you a French kiss in the chaos
Please don’t let me down
In these hard times for dreamers
Are you a port in stormy seas or
Will you let me down........
Aswan Tess
Thanks i will play this on my radio show :)
ritaedu1
Hope you had a great time, pls let me know what the gig was like so I know what I have to look forward to next week in London ! I also hope Jon does his acoustic set outside the gig too-let's hope the weather won't be too cold.
DaxIce
Should all our friends betray us, And leave a french kiss in the chaos, Please don't let me down, In these hard times for dreamers, You were brought in stormy season, Will you let me down. just so you know :) and great song was fantatsic live
Jake Lawton
There just kinda really underground but still i love them