Simple Minds have achieved 24 top 40 singles on the UK Singles Chart, including eight top 10 and one number one, and 26 albums on the UK Albums Chart, including 22 top 40 albums, 12 top 10 albums and five number one albums: Sparkle in the Rain (1984), Once Upon a Time (1985), Live in the City of Light (1987), Street Fighting Years (1989), and Glittering Prize 81/92 (1992). They have sold more than 60 million albums worldwide, and were the most commercially successful Scottish band of the 1980s. Simple Minds have also achieved considerable chart success in the United States, Australia, Germany, Spain, Italy and New Zealand. Despite various personnel changes, they continue to record and tour.
In 2014, Simple Minds were awarded the Q Inspiration Award for their contribution to the music industry and an Ivor Novello Award in 2016 for Outstanding Song Collection from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers, and Authors (BASCA). Other notable recognitions include nominations for both the MTV Video Music Award for Best Direction and MTV Video Music Award for Best Art Direction for "Don't You (Forget About Me)" in 1985, nomination for the Brit Award for British Group in 1986 and for the American Music Award for Favorite Pop/Rock Band/Duo/Group in 1987. "Belfast Child" was nominated for the Song of the Year at the Brit Awards 1990.
The nucleus of Simple Minds consists of the two remaining original members, Jim Kerr (vocals) and Charlie Burchill (electric and acoustic guitars, occasional keyboards after 1990, saxophone and violin). The other current band members are Ged Grimes (bass guitar), Cherisse Osei (drums), Sarah Brown (backing vocals), Gordy Goudie (additional guitar and keyboards) and Berenice Scott (keyboards). Notable former members include Mick MacNeil (keyboards), Derek Forbes (bass guitar), Brian McGee and Mel Gaynor (drums).
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Discography
Life in a Day (1979)
Real to Real Cacophony (1979)
Empires and Dance (1980)
Sons and Fascination/Sister Feelings Call (1981)
New Gold Dream (81-82-83-84) (1982)
Sparkle in the Rain (1984)
Once Upon a Time (1985)
Street Fighting Years (1989)
Real Life (1991)
Good News from the Next World (1995)
Néapolis (1998)
Our Secrets Are the Same (1999/2004)
Neon Lights (2001)
Cry (2002)
Black & White 050505 (2005)
Graffiti Soul (2009)
Big Music (2014)
Acoustic (2016)
Walk Between Worlds (2018)
Direction of the Heart (2022)
Alive & Kicking
Simple Minds Lyrics
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You lift me up
Like the sweetest cup I'd share with you
You lift me up
Don't you ever stop, I'm here with you
Now it's all or nothing
'Cause you say you'll follow through
You follow me, and i, i, I follow you
What you gonna do when things go wrong?
What you gonna do when it all cracks up?
What you gonna do when the love burns down?
What you gonna do when the flames go up?
Who is gonna come and turn the tide?
What's it gonna take to make a dream survive?
Who's got the touch to calm the storm inside?
Who's gonna save you?
Alive and kicking
Stay until your love is
Alive and kicking
Stay 'til your love is
Until your love is, alive
Oh
You lift me up
To the crucial top, so I can see
Oh you lead me on, till the feelings come
And the lights that shine on
But if that don't mean nothing
Like if someday it should fall through
You'll take me home where the magic's from
And I'll be with you
What you gonna do when things go wrong?
What you gonna do when it all cracks up?
What you gonna do when the love burns down?
What you gonna do when the flames go up?
Who is gonna come and turn the tide?
What's it gonna take to make a dream survive?
Who's got the touch to calm the storm inside?
Don't say goodbye, don't say goodbye
In the final seconds who's gonna save you?
Ooh oh, oh oh
Alive and kicking
Oh stay until your love is
Love is
Alive and kicking
Ooh oh, oh oh
Alive and kicking
Oh stay until your love is, love is
Alive and kicking
Ooh oh
Alive and kicking
Stay until your love is
Alive and kicking, oh
Stay until your love is
Alive and kicking, oh
Stay until your love
The lyrics to Simple Minds' 'Alive & Kicking' tell the story of a person who finds hope and companionship in someone else. They describe the uplifting and magical feeling the person gets when they are with their significant other. The song deals with the question of what happens when things go wrong in a relationship. The lyrics suggest that in these moments, it is important to hold on to the love and the hope that the relationship brings. They encourage the listener to stay and fight for their love.
The chorus of the song repeatedly mentions the phrase "alive and kicking." The repetition of this phrase serves to reinforce the message of the song. The lyrics are written in an uplifting and positive tone, suggesting that with love, anything is possible. The song is a celebration of the power of love to overcome adversity.
The imagery used in the lyrics is also interesting. The cup that the person shares with their companion is described as "the sweetest cup." This suggests that the love that they share is incredibly special and unique. The references to flames and storms suggest that the relationship is not always easy, but that the love that they share will help them to weather any storm.
Line by Line Meaning
You turn me on, you lift me up
You inspire and motivate me in a positive way
And like the sweetest cup I'd share with you
I value our relationship and want to share all the good things in life with you
Now it's all or nothing
We have to commit fully to this relationship to make it work
Cause you say you'll follow through
You promise to stay true to your commitments
You follow me, and I, I, I follow you
We support each other and are in this together
What you gonna do when things go wrong?
What actions will you take when faced with challenges?
What you gonna do when it all cracks up?
What will you do if everything falls apart?
What you gonna do when the love burns down?
What will you do when your passion for each other fades?
What you gonna do when the flames go up?
What will you do when the intensity of your love increases?
Who is gonna come and turn the tide?
Who will help you overcome difficult situations?
What's it gonna take to make a dream survive?
What do you need to do to keep your dreams alive?
Who's got the touch to calm the storm inside?
Who can help you find inner peace in times of turmoil?
Who's gonna save you?
Who will rescue you in times of need?
Alive and kicking
Being alive and present in the moment
Stay until your love is, alive and kicking
Stay together until your relationship is strong and healthy
Oh you lift me up to the crucial top, so I can see
You help me see things from a different perspective
Oh you lead me on, till the feelings come
You guide me towards experiencing strong emotions
And the lights that shine on
The positivity and good things in our lives
But if that don't mean nothing
But if all of that is meaningless
Like if someday it should fall through
If things were to fall apart in the future
You'll take me home where the magic's from
You will bring me back to where our love began
And I'll be with you
And we will be together
Don't say goodbye
Don't give up on this relationship
In the final seconds who's gonna save you?
Who will be there to support you in the end?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHARLES BURCHILL, JAMES KERR, MICHAEL JOSEPH MACNEIL
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@janvanderstraaten7499
It happened last week. My mother was in the nursery home in the Netherlands, she is 90 years old and in the last days of her life. My wife and me were in the car, coming from Denmark on our way to the Netherlands, to make sure to be in time before she passed away. When we were half an hour on the road, we got a phone call from the nursery home, that my mother just passed away. We did not make it and were too late. I pulled the car aside on a parking lot, and just when we stopped, the Simple Minds - Alive and kicking was played on the Danish radio. Just on the exact moment that we heard that my mam passed away. My wife and and me hugged each other and bursted in tears. I miss you mam, R.I.P., be alive and kicking in heaven.
@miguelangelobregonmoreno6984
One thing I learned when my dad pass away is that he is always in my mind and my heart.....and one day we will see again
@mphomolapo1950
So sad
@Ma-my4jx
Much love ❤❤
@robertringseis1925
Perfect Song for Such a sad moment
@Martingray7875
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@gitano045
Coming out of Depression....is not easy, I'm glad I did..Thank you God almighty..Alive and Kicking.
@meleikalopez2313
Hang in there everyday you are winning. Even though it may not feel that way right now. I love you even though I know you. I also suffer under the bullied by depression. Try JW.Org it truly helps you understand all these things better.
@cjturner2008
I wish and pray I cld
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