They are best known for the songs "Never Say Never" (1982) and "A Girl in Trouble (Is A Temporary Thing)" (1984), which were minor hits, with the latter becoming a Top 40 pop single. Their popularity was primarily in alternative and college radio, and as a dynamic performing act. They recorded for 415/Columbia Records. The original band members met at the San Francisco Art Institute. Most of the band members were also visual artists and did their own album art.
The band wrote and recorded four demo tracks in October 1993 (If I Was Your Cat, Stormy Eyes, Two Rivers, and Safe Place), which were sent to Sony Music but never released.
After the demise of Romeo Void, Debora Iyall, the lead singer and lyricist, put together and sang in the groups Knife in Water and Lower East Venus. John Haines played drums for Pearl Harbour and the Explosions.
The band was reunited briefly in 2003 for a one-off concert by VH-1's Bands Reunited, although Benjamin Bossi was unable to perform due to hearing loss.
A Girl In Trouble
Romeo Void Lyrics
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Tenderly she talks on the phone
There's a way to walk that says "stay away"
And a time to go around the long way
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(temporary, temporary, temporary, temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
There's a time when every girl learns
To use her head
Tears will be saved
Till they're better spent
There's no time for her to be afraid
So instead
She takes care of business
Keeps a cool head
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(temporary, temporary, temporary, temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(temporary, temporary, temporary, temporary)
She's got a face that shows that she knows she's heard every line
Tenderly she talks on the phone
There's a way to walk that says "stay away"
And a time to go around the long way
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(temporary, temporary, temporary, temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(temporary, temporary, temporary, temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
The song "A Girl in Trouble" by Romeo Void is a powerful reflection on the experience of a woman who is trying to navigate her way through the world in the face of constant harassment and unwanted advances. The opening lines of the song describe a woman who has clearly been through this before, and has learned to guard herself against it. Her face shows that she knows all the lines that have been used to try and pick her up, and she has developed a way of walking that signals to potential aggressors to keep their distance.
But even though she has learned to protect herself, the woman in the song is still vulnerable. There are times when she can't avoid the men who make her feel uncomfortable, and she is forced to deal with them directly. In these moments, she draws on her inner strength and resolves to take care of business and keep a cool head. The repeated refrain of "A girl in trouble is a temporary thing" serves as a reminder that even though she may be going through a difficult time, she will emerge from it stronger and more resilient than ever.
Overall, "A Girl in Trouble" is a powerful feminist statement on the experience of women in a world that often devalues and disrespects them. It acknowledges the challenges that women face in trying to assert their autonomy and agency, but also celebrates their strength and resilience in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
She's got a face that shows that she knows she's heard every line
The girl has a discerning look that indicates she's accustomed to hearing typical lines from guys.
Tenderly she talks on the phone
The girl speaks gently and softly on the phone.
There's a way to walk that says "stay away"
Her body language and walk are telling people to keep their distance.
And a time to go around the long way
She avoids certain situations by taking a different route.
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
A girl facing a difficult situation will only experience it temporarily.
(temporary, temporary, temporary, temporary)
The situation will only last for a limited time.
There's a time when every girl learns to use her head
All girls eventually learn to think for themselves and make wise choices.
Tears will be saved till they're better spent
She will hold back her emotions until she can use them effectively.
There's no time for her to be afraid
She cannot afford to be scared or panicked in her situation.
So instead she takes care of business keeps a cool head
She remains calm and collected while dealing with her problems and solving them.
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: DAVID KAHNE, DEBORA IYALL, FRANK R. ZINCAVAGE, PETER W. WOODS
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She's got a face that shows that she knows, she's heard every line
Tenderly she talks on the phone
There's a way to walk that says, 'Stay away'
And a time to go around the long way
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, temporary, temporary, temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, temporary, temporary, temporary)
There's a time when every girl learns to use her head
Tears will be saved 'til they're better spent
There's no time for her to be afraid, so instead
She takes care of her business and keeps a cool head
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, temporary, temporary, temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, temporary, temporary, temporary)
She's got a face that shows that she knows, she's heard every line
Tenderly she talks on the phone
There's a way to walk that says, 'Stay away'
And a time to go around the long way
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, temporary, temporary, temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, temporary, temporary, temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
Piñabanana Piña
She's got a face that shows that she knows she's heard every line
Tenderly she talks on the phone
There's a way to walk that says "Stay away"
And a time to go around the long way
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, Temporary, Temporary, Temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, Temporary, Temporary, Temporary)
There's a time when every girl learns
To use her head
Tears will be saved
Till they're better spent
There's no time for her to be afraid
So instead
She takes care of business
Keeps a cool head
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, Temporary, Temporary, Temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, Temporary, Temporary, Temporary)
She's got a face that shows that she knows she's heard…
Patrick Stocks
She’s got a face that shows that she knows she’s heard every line
Tenderly she talks on the phone 📞
There’s a way to walk that says “stay away”
And a time to go around the long way
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, Temporary, Temporary, Temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, Temporary, Temporary, Temporary)
There’s a time when every girl learns
To use her head
Tears will be saved
Till they’re better spent
There’s no time for her to be afraid 😱
So instead
She takes care of business 👩💼
Keeps a cool head
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, Temporary, Temporary, Temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, Temporary, Temporary, Temporary)
She’s got a face that shows that she knows she’s heard every line
Tenderly she talks on the phone 📱
There’s a way to walk that says “Stay away”
And a time to go around the long way
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, Temporary, Temporary, Temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
(Temporary, Temporary, Temporary, Temporary)
A girl in trouble is a temporary thing
KevinT
Sweet Jesus......that saxophone!! As soon as it starts! And her vocals are smooth yet raw. The 80's baby! No other decade like it for music.
Timinator
Yep, the 80's was the last Era of innovative music, we used old school stuff and cutting edge NEW stuff to change music forever... unfortunately the Music industry ruined everything.
Michael Roecker
Is a beautiful thing Mr.Trent.....All parts of this construct satisfy......Then the melody .....forget about it
Starfish Astrology
@Timinator there is still a lot of innovative music! You just have to look for it; it will never be on the radio
RyuKyuShogun
Bossi was a beast on the Sax, one of the most underrated Saxophonist ever.
THEATREofPAIN270
The Great Benjamin Bossi on saxophone 🎷.
Everything Is Alright
This song is a timeless classic, 35 years since it was released, and it still sounds amazing.
gergsar
agree
thomas franco
Oh Man! how time flys. 35 years ago, I was working in a store called the Factory Clothing Store in Downtown Los Angeles. We had a Dj playing Alternative and Disco Music at the time. How I miss those days. My co-workers and I would hit the clubs in Hollywood after work. Now I am retired from an Auto and Home Insurance Co. in Orange County that I have been at for 22 years. 80's best decade ever. Melrose Ave. was happening at the time.
My Light Gray Cottage
Romeo Void was one of my favorite 80s bands. Sounds so great even today! All hail the 80s!! 🎉🎉🎉