His eighties hits were promoted by particularly striking award winning videos, featuring an all-female, black-clad backing band. The memorable videos, directed by Terence Donovan, featured heavily on MTV and played a large part in his transatlantic success.
His eighties success was kickstarted by his participation in supergroup The Power Station, along with Andy Taylor and John Taylor of Duran Duran and Tony Thompson of Chic.
Robert Palmer died on September 26, 2003 in Paris, France, while staying at the Warwick de berri Hotel. The cause of death was of a heart attack. He was in Paris promoting his Drive CD which had been released in May of 2003. He was joined there by his longtime friend, Jack Bruce. He was survived by his parents, Anna and Leslie Palmer, his brother, Mark Palmer, and his children, James, Jane, Anna, Anthony and Martin. He is interred in London, England.
Solo Albums:
Sneakin' Sally Through the Alley (1974)
Pressure Drop (1975)
Some People Can Do What They Like (1976)
Double Fun (1978)
Secrets (1979)
Clues (1980)
Maybe It's Live (1982) (live)
Pride (1983)
Riptide (1985)
Sweet Lies (1987) (single)
Heavy Nova (1988)
Addictions Volume I (1989) (compilation)
Don't Explain (1990)
Addictions Volume II (1992) (compilation)
Ridin' High (1992)
Honey (1994)
Very Best Of Robert Palmer (1995) (compilation)
Woke Up Laughing (1998) (compilation)
Very Best Of Robert Palmer (1997) (re-release of the 1995 compilation feat: "Addicted To Love '97)
Rhythm & Blues (1999)
Best Of Both Worlds: The Robert Palmer Anthology (1974-2001) (2002) (compilation)
Drive (2003)
At the BBC (2010)
Albums by the group Power Station (Feat: Robert Palmer):
Power Station (1985)
Living in Fear (1997)
The Best of The Power Station (2002)
Albums by the group Vinegar Joe (Feat: Robert Palmer):
Vinegar Joe (1971)
Rock n Roll Gypsies (1972)
Six Star Generals (1973)
Six Star Gypsies (1994) (Compilation)
Speed Queen of Ventura: An Introduction to Vinegar Joe (2003) (Compilation)
Albums by The Alan Bown Set (Feat: Robert Palmer on vocals)
The Alan Bown (1969) (Only the UK release featured Palmer on vocals)
Listen (1970) (although was re-recorded with Gordon Neville on vocals when Palmer left)
More Than Ever
Robert Palmer Lyrics
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Stronger and stronger, every day
Like a river that's running turning into a tidal wave
Your love's so strong I can't fight it
Can't resist your siren's wail
I won't run I won't fight it-I could lick you any day
Now more than ever
Now more than ever
Fighting demons
Turning evil out
It keeps on driving my blues away
Read the signs
Heed the warnings
Learn the rules
Play the game
Your love keeps coming-nothing standing in its way
Now more than ever
Now more than ever
You ain't fakin', you can prove it
You keep meeting me halfway
Your love keeps coming stronger and stronger every day
Your love keeps riding like a storm conqueror
Do I need you-do I love you-do I want you like before?
Now more than ever
The lyrics of Robert Palmer's song "More Than Ever" express the intensity and overwhelming nature of love. The comparison to a river turning into a tidal wave emphasizes the strength and unyielding force that love can have on a person. Despite its power, the singer admits that they cannot resist the lure of their lover's call, and declare their willingness to surrender to the love that is coming their way. The repetition of the phrase "Now more than ever" reinforces the idea that this love is not a passing fancy, but a deeply felt emotion that has grown stronger over time.
The second verse takes a more positive turn, as the singer sings about how the love they feel is driving away their blues and banishing demons from their life. The message here is not only about the personal benefits of love but also about how it can push one to be a better person. Lines such as "Read the signs, heed the warnings, learn the rules, play the game" suggest that love is not just about emotion but also about discipline and commitment.
Overall, the lyrics of "More Than Ever" express a passionate and intense love that defies reason and logic. The song shows how love can be both a source of inner turmoil and a means of making one's life better.
Line by Line Meaning
Your love keeps coming
The affection you have for me remains intact and continues to grow.
Stronger and stronger, every day
Your feelings for me are becoming more intense with each passing day.
Like a river that's running turning into a tidal wave
Your love is like a river that has transformed into a massive wave that is unstoppable.
Your love's so strong I can't fight it
Your love is so powerful that I can't resist it.
Can't resist your siren's wail
I am unable to ignore your irresistible and enchanting calls.
I won't run I won't fight it-I could lick you any day
I am not going to resist your love, even though I could easily overpower you.
Now more than ever
Presently I need you in my life more than ever.
Your love keeps coming like tomorrow like judgement day
Your love for me is constant and never-ending, like the inevitability of tomorrow or judgement day.
Fighting demons
I'm battling my innermost demons that are trying to drive you away from me.
Turning evil out
I'm trying to eliminate all the negativity from my life that could affect our relationship.
It keeps on driving my blues away
Your love consistently brings me out of any negative and gloomy states of mind.
Read the signs
It's imperative to pay close attention to the signs and signals that our relationship is offering.
Heed the warnings
We shouldn't ignore any cautionary warnings that could cause potential issues in our relationship.
Learn the rules
We should abide by the principles and values that guide our relationship.
Play the game
We need to participate in our relationship actively and take responsibility for its success.
Your love keeps coming-nothing standing in its way
Your love for me is unconditional, and nothing can stand in its way.
You ain't fakin', you can prove it
Your love is genuine, and you have demonstrated that to me.
You keep meeting me halfway
You're willing to compromise and make an effort to meet me halfway in our relationship.
Your love keeps riding like a storm conqueror
Your love persists in our relationship like a warrior that can withstand all tumultuous conditions.
Do I need you-do I love you-do I want you like before?
Am I still in love with you as I was before, do I still need you in my life?
Now more than ever
Currently, I desire your love and presence in my life more than ever.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROBERT ALLAN PALMER
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