Although Shades Apart has not released an album since Sonic Boom, they continue to play live shows on occasion.
Valentine
Shades Apart Lyrics
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She's seen too many movies
Killing enough rainy days
With nothing else to do
We'll make our escape
Like the end of Casablanca
Taking off from a dark runway
The sun is shining somewhere
Somewhere far away
I could sell everything and go there
Just to hear her say, listen my
Valentine, say the line
We can be famous for tonight
Superstar, there you are
Bigger than life in black and white
Valentine, say the line
We can just leave it all behind
Say the line, my valentine
Just like roman holiday
A princess and a schemer
Killing an ordinary day
Any way they choose
Back in Hollywood
Convertibles and palm trees
Matinee movie-stars and sunscreen
I wonder if it's true
The sun is rising somewhere
Brighter every day
We'll forget everything and go there
Nothing's in the way
Listen my valentine, say the line
We can be famous for tonight
Superstar, there you are
Bigger than life in black and white
Valentine, say the line
We can just leave it all behind
Say the line, my valentine
Leave it all behind
Sometimes she starts to fade
With starry eyes she tells me
"I want a place in the sun"
She's not the only one
The sun is shining somewhere
Somewhere far away
If we just pack our bags and go there
Everything will change
Valentine, say the line
We can be famous for tonight
Superstar, there you are
Bigger than life in black and white
Valentine, say the line
We can just leave it all behind
Say the line, my valentine
We can just leave it all behind
We can just leave it all behind
We can just leave it all behind
We can just leave it all behind
Valentine
The song "Valentine" by Shades Apart tells the story of a young couple who are dreaming about breaking free from their everyday lives and embarking on an adventure together. The singer describes his partner as someone who is tired of living an ordinary life and wants to experience something new and exciting. They dream of making their escape, just like the characters in the classic movie "Casablanca", and leaving everything behind to achieve their dreams. The chorus urges the partner to "say the line" and join in on this journey to become famous, to leave everything mundane behind and to embark on something far greater.
The song has a nostalgic and uplifting quality to it, with its catchy melody and lyrics that capture the feeling of youth and idealism. The lyrics are filled with references to classic movies and the glamour of Hollywood, adding to the romantic and adventurous spirit of the song. The theme of escaping to a better place and leaving everything behind is something that resonates with many listeners, making it an empowering and enjoyable song to listen to.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes she fades away
The person being referred to sometimes becomes distant and unengaged.
She's seen too many movies
The person being referred to has watched too many movies and has developed unrealistic expectations.
Killing enough rainy days
Spending time idly during gloomy days.
With nothing else to do
Having no other task or work to indulge in.
We'll make our escape
The artist and the person they are addressing plan to escape from their current life's issues.
Like the end of Casablanca
Referencing the classic ending of the movie Casablanca where the two main characters end up leaving for a better future.
Taking off from a dark runway
Starting their journey from a dark or difficult situation.
With nothing left to lose
Having no more important or valuable stuff to lose or abandon.
The sun is shining somewhere
The sun is shining brighter in some other place.
Somewhere far away
The place where the sun is shining brighter is far away.
I could sell everything and go there
The singer is willing to sell everything he owns to go to that brighter place.
Just to hear her say, listen my
The person being addressed is eagerly waiting for the artist to listen to them.
Valentine, say the line
The person being addressed is given a hint to say something specific.
We can be famous for tonight
The singer is suggesting that they can live like famous people for the night.
Superstar, there you are
The person being referred to is being complimented and is made to feel like a superstar.
Bigger than life in black and white
The person being referred to becomes larger than life, something out of the ordinary.
Valentine, say the line
The person being addressed is again reminded to say something specific.
We can just leave it all behind
The singer and person being addressed can leave their worries and struggles behind and start anew.
Just like roman holiday
Referencing the classic movie Roman Holiday where two people escape their mundane lives and have an adventure together.
A princess and a schemer
Referring to the two main characters of the movie Roman Holiday: a princess and a journalist, who has schemed to get an exclusive interview of the princess.
Killing an ordinary day
Spending an ordinary day, in a special and exciting manner.
Any way they choose
Going on the adventure in any way they like, without any constraints or rules to abide by.
Back in Hollywood
Referring to the world of fame and glory.
Convertibles and palm trees
In the glamour world of Hollywood, the luxurious cars and palm-lined streets.
Matinee movie-stars and sunscreen
Alluding to the actors who perform in the daytime show and the Sunscreens used on the sets to keep the actors looking shiny and glamourous.
I wonder if it's true
The singer is unsure whether the Hollywood world is an illusion or real.
The sun is rising somewhere
The sun is starting to come up, in yet another better place.
Brighter every day
The other place where the sun is rising is getting better and brighter every day.
We'll forget everything and go there
The artist and person being addressed are willing to forget their troubles and leave for that place where everything is bright and better.
Nothing's in the way
There is no obstacle in the way of their path to that better place.
Sometimes she starts to fade
The person being referred to gradually begins to lose interest or fades away.
With starry eyes she tells me
The person being referred to tells the artist with dreamy eyes.
"I want a place in the sun"
The person being referred to wants to live a life where the future seems brighter and promising.
She's not the only one
The artist implies that there are other people who also seek a place in the sun.
We can just leave it all behind
The singer and person being addressed can leave their worries and struggles behind and start anew.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: WAYNE HUSSEY, MARK GEMINI THWAITE, MICK BROWN, RICHARD JOHN CARTER
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