Formed in Miami, Florida by Matt Kramer (vocals), Jason Bieler (guitar), Tom DeFile (bass) and Phil Varone (drums), the band managed to build up a solid following in their native Florida and eventually got signed to Atlantic records. It took a mere eleven days to record the debut album, and although it got rave reviews from critics, went mostly unnoticed by the record buying public.
The band hit it big with The Lizard and its #12 charting ballad "Love Is On The Way". The success of the ballad was a double-edged sword, it gave the band access to a huge new fan base, but several people grouped the band in with the other one hit wonders of the era. Shortly after the band's success DeFile left the band and was replaced by Chris McLernon. Prior to the recording of Water, Kramer also left the band and Bieler took over on vocals. The album was a commercial disappointment in America, but the band continued to have a loyal following overseas. Two more studio albums were recorded before the band decided to call it a day.
Bieler went on to form Super Transatlantic, and surprisingly the original Saigon Kick minus Bieler rejoined with Jeff Blando on guitar for some live shows. Varone also surfaced as the drummer for Skid Row during their 2003 comeback while Kramer pursues a solo career. The group continues to tour sporadically to this very day.
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Saigon Kick Lyrics
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Bring the evening, deep inside
Hold me darlin, touch me now
Let the feeling, free tonight
Love is on the way
I can see it in your eyes
Let's give it one more try tonight, baby,
I can see it in your eyes,
Let's give it one more try tonight
Time of season, wipes the tears
No rhyme or reason, no more fears
All the dreaming, far behind
You are here now, everything's alright
Love is on the way
I can see it in your eyes
Let's give it one more try tonight, baby,
Love is on the way
I can see it in your eyes,
Let's give it one more try tonight
And in the morning I'll be gone away
All the things I left behind
If you need me I'll come night or day
Lets stop the hands of time
Love is on the way
I can see it in your eyes
Let's give it one more try tonight, baby,
Love is on the way
I can see it in your eyes,
Let's give it one more try tonight
Love is on the way
I can see it in your eyes
Let's give it one more try tonight, baby,
Love is on the way
I can see it in your eyes,
Let's give it one more try tonight
The lyrics of "Love Is On The Way" by Saigon Kick are about hope and second chances in love. The opening lines portray a sense of loneliness and darkness, with "lonely sidewalks" and a "silent night" leading into the "evening, deep inside." However, this tone begins to shift as the lyrics talk about being held and touched and feeling free. The chorus repeats the line "Love is on the way" multiple times, with the singer seeing it in their lover's eyes and wanting to give their relationship one more try. The second verse suggests that the pain of the past is now over and that the dreaming is left behind. The singer expresses their relief that their partner is now here with them and that everything will be alright.
The final verse introduces some uncertainty, with the singer saying that they will be gone in the morning and leaving things behind. However, they offer assurance that they will be there if needed, day or night. The song then rounds off with another repeating chorus about love being on the way and the desire to try again. Overall, the lyrics suggest that while love can be painful and uncertain at times, hope and second chances are always possible.
Line by Line Meaning
Lonely sidewalks, silent night
The streets and surroundings are quiet and empty, and there is a melancholic mood set in the air.
Bring the evening, deep inside
The sadness of the night is all-encompassing and pervades into one's emotions.
Hold me darlin, touch me now
Comfort me and physically console me to relieve my emotional pain.
Let the feeling, free tonight
Allow the emotions to surface and be felt without inhibition, let it out.
Love is on the way
The promise of love and companionship will come soon.
I can see it in your eyes
I sense that you share my feelings of yearning and desire for love.
Let's give it one more try tonight, baby,
Let us make a last attempt at love tonight, perhaps it will succeed.
Time of season, wipes the tears
The change of seasons can often lessen the pain and sorrow of heartbreak.
No rhyme or reason, no more fears
There is no explanation or justification for our struggles, but we can overcome them without fear.
All the dreaming, far behind
All the past hopes and aspirations have been left behind and the focus should be on the present.
You are here now, everything's alright
With you by my side, everything will be okay and my worries will dissipate.
And in the morning I'll be gone away
I may have to depart soon, with the uncertainty of our future together.
All the things I left behind
All the possessions and memories that I amassed during my stay will be abandoned when I leave.
If you need me I'll come night or day
Whenever you require my help or support, I will be available to you at any hour of the day or night.
Lets stop the hands of time
We should cherish our moments together and not let time pass too quickly.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JASON L. BIELER
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