ROBBIE DUPREE, originally from New York, spent much of the 70's writing, playing, and touring with diverse bands such as: The Striders, Small Fortune, and Chrome Willie and the Sparks. He achieved his first recognition in 1976, when his song 'When You're Down' received the American Songwriting Festival Award for 'Best Rhythm & Blues Song'. Robbie signed with Elektra Records in 1980 producing 2 top 10 singles with his debut album: 'Steal Away' and 'Hot Rod Hearts',this also got him a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist.
Thin Line
Robbie Dupree Lyrics
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It keeps breakin' all the time
And I wonder if I'll win in the end
I wonder
What'll I do with all these memories?
They're creepin' up on me
And I wonder if I'll win in the end
I wonder tonight
You have a right to your opinion
You say we played the game and lost
It's not my choice, it's your decision
A bridge you just have to cross
Walkin' on a thin line, I need to know
I'm on a thin line, if I should let you go
It might be high time you made up your mind
To leave it all behind
What'll I do about this heart of mine?
Should I turn and walk away
Still believin' that I'll win in the end?
I wonder tonight
You have a right to your opinion
You say we played the game and lost
It's not my choice, it's your decision
A bridge you just have to cross
Walkin' on a thin line, I need to know
I'm on a thin line, if I should let you go
It might be high time you made up your mind
To leave it all behind
Walkin' on a thin line, I need to know
I'm on a thin line, if I should let you go
It might be high time you made up your mind
To leave it all behind
Walkin' on a thin line
I'm on a thin line
It might be high time
Walkin' on a thin line (Leave it all behind, you never)
I'm on a thin line
It might be high time
Walkin' on a thin line
I'm on a thin line (Oh, leave it all behind)
It might be high time
The lyrics of Robbie Dupree's song "Thin Line" explore the theme of uncertainty in a relationship. The first stanza expresses the fear of getting hurt again, and wondering if things will eventually get better. The following stanza talks about the emotional strain caused by memories, and the fear of losing oneself in the relationship. The singer's introspective questioning of how to proceed in the relationship is highlighted in the chorus. The singer hints at the possibility of a break-up yet is not able to make a decision. The repetition of "Walkin' on a thin line" emphasizes the precariousness of the situation.
Furthermore, the song emphasizes the importance of communication in a relationship. The lyrics suggest that both parties in the relationship are responsible for the outcome, and that the decision to end the relationship must be mutual. The line "You have a right to your opinion/ You say we played the game and lost" suggests that both parties have different viewpoints, and the decision to leave the relationship should be a mutual one.
The lyrics of "Thin Line" are relatable and resonate with people's experiences of being in relationships. The song has remained popular and has been covered by several artists. It's a classic example of the easy-listening genre that was popular in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The song's chorus is memorable, and many listeners can sing along.
Line by Line Meaning
What'll I do about this heart of mine?
The singer is questioning what they should do about their constantly broken heart.
It keeps breakin' all the time
The heart of the singer is continuously broken and they can't seem to fix it.
And I wonder if I'll win in the end
The singer is questioning if they will ever find true love and happiness.
I wonder
The singer expresses their doubt about their relationship situation.
What'll I do with all these memories?
The singer is questioning what they should do with all the memories of their past relationship.
They're creepin' up on me
The memories from the past relationship are beginning to resurface.
You have a right to your opinion
The singer acknowledges that everyone has a right to their own opinions.
You say we played the game and lost
The other person believes that they lost in the 'game' of the relationship.
It's not my choice, it's your decision
The singer is putting the decision of the relationship's fate on the other person.
A bridge you just have to cross
The other person must come to a decision about the relationship and move on.
Walkin' on a thin line, I need to know
The singer is caught between two choices and needs an answer in order to make a decision.
I'm on a thin line, if I should let you go
The singer is caught between staying with the other person or ending the relationship.
It might be high time you made up your mind
The other person needs to make a decision about where the relationship is going.
To leave it all behind
The other person must be willing to leave the past in order to move forward.
Should I turn and walk away
The singer is questioning whether they should end the relationship.
Still believin' that I'll win in the end?
Despite doubts, the singer is still holding onto hope and believes they can find happiness.
Walkin' on a thin line (Leave it all behind, you never)
The singer is urging the other person to let go of the past and move on.
It might be high time
It is important that decisions are made regarding the relationship soon.
Walkin' on a thin line
The singer is treading carefully when it comes to their decision about the relationship.
I'm on a thin line (Oh, leave it all behind)
The singer indicates that it is important for the other person to let go of the past and move on.
Writer(s): Bill Elliott
Contributed by Henry J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Anthony Ivy
on Free Fallin'
Do you remember seem's like long ago
We used to swing outside the candy store
Pop on the cola they all knew the show
Oh the lonely ones with no place to go
We were free fallin', free fallin'
Now I wonder how the time went by
I never thought we'd say goodbye
Free fallin', free fallin'
Cause we're not the only ones
Who learn a long time ago
Do you remember nights on Bleecker St
All the old places where we used to meet
Back in the schoolyard playing Romeo
We were the only ones afraid to let go
We were free fallin', free fallin'
Now I wonder how the time went by
I never thought we'd say goodbye
Free fallin', free fallin'
Cause we're not the only ones
Who learn a long time ago
(Instrumental)
Do you remember seem's like long ago
We were the lonely ones with no place to go
Afraid to let go... ohh...
We were free fallin', free fallin'
Now I wonder how the time went by
I never thought we'd say goodbye
Free fallin', free fallin'
Cause we're not the only ones
Who learn a long time ago
Free fallin', free fallin'
Cause we're not the only ones
Who learn a long time ago