Perhaps Trower's most famous album is Bridge of Sighs (1974). This album, along with his first (Twice Removed from Yesterday) and third (For Earth Below) solo albums, was produced by his former Procol Harum band mate, organist Matthew Fisher.
Those who favor electric guitarists who can play live what they record in the studio will be very impressed with the "Robin Trower Live" album - especially the cut "Daydream". While often compared to Jimi Hendrix, Robin Trower never received the publicity nor same volume of fans.
What's Your Name
Robin Trower Lyrics
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Not to give in to desire
'Cause baby if you do
You're playin' with fire
I tried, she sighed
Baby you're goin' down
What's your name?
If it's all the same to you
I'd really like to know your name
When you're brought up right
It makes it kinda hard
To see your good intentions
Go from pure to black and then charred
I lied, she cried
Baby you're goin' down
What's your name?
Bright young flame
If it's all the same to you
I'd really like to know your name
They say that lightning never strikes
In' the same place twice
But if you keep goin', the way that you do
You're gonna need some legal advice
My mama told me
Take a path that's narrow and straight
'Cause a fall can take your whole life
Bend it all out of shape
I failed, she wailed
Baby you're goin' down
What's your name?
Bright young flame
If it's all the same to you
I'd really like to know your name
What's your name?
Bright young flame
If it's all the same to you
I'd really like to know your name
The song "What's Your Name" by Robin Trower is an expressive and thought-provoking piece that explores the consequences of giving in to temptation. The lyrics reflect the internal conflict of a young person torn between staying true to their upbringing and giving in to their desires. The song begins with the advice given by the singer's mother about the danger of yielding to temptation. However, despite this counsel, the singer fails to resist temptation, and as a result, their life spirals out of control.
The repetition of "What's your name?" in the chorus highlights the singer's desperate search for identity and connection as they navigate the complexities of their lives. They are conscious of the fact that giving in to temptation may prove costly, but they are still unable to resist. The lyrics also illustrate the consequences of making poor decisions and falling astray.
The song's message can be interpreted in different ways, but the most obvious one is that of caution against the unpredictability and consequences of one's actions. The line "Take a path that's narrow and straight; 'cause a fall can take your whole life, Bend it all out of shape" is particularly significant as it emphasizes that one wrong turn in life can have a significant impact on one's entire existence.
Line by Line Meaning
My momma told me
My mother advised me
Not to give in to desire
To avoid submitting to urges or temptations
'Cause baby if you do
Because, dear child, if you do
You're playin' with fire
You are taking a risk
I tried, she sighed
I made an attempt, causing her to exhale audibly
Baby you're goin' down
you're going to fail or suffer negative consequences
What's your name?
May I know your name?
Bright young flame
An energetic and passionate person
If it's all the same to you
If it's not an inconvenience
I'd really like to know your name
I'm interested in knowing your name
When you're brought up right
When raised with good values and morals
It makes it kinda hard
It's somewhat challenging
To see your good intentions
To perceive your positive motives
Go from pure to black and then charred
Turn from pure to corrupted and destroyed
I lied, she cried
I told an untruth, causing her to weep
They say that lightning never strikes
It's claimed that lightning never strikes
In' the same place twice
At the exact same location twice
But if you keep goin', the way that you do
However, if you continue behaving in your customary manner
You're gonna need some legal advice
You may require legal counsel
Take a path that's narrow and straight
Follow a precise and straightforward path
Cause a fall can take your whole life
Since a stumble can ruin your entire existence
Bend it all out of shape
Distort everything irreversibly
I failed, she wailed
I didn't succeed, resulting in her high-pitched cry
If it's all the same to you
If it's not bothersome
What's your name?
May I know your name?
Bright young flame
A youthful and dynamic individual
I'd really like to know your name
I'm keen on discovering your name
Writer(s): Robin Leonard Trower
Contributed by Jonathan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Glenn Morris
Trower / Pattison unbeatable combination- essential blues rock !!!!
wayne wagener
Totally awesome tune!
Geoffrey Brown
That is an amazing riff. Thats how it is done!