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)
Rockets
Simple Minds Lyrics
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Your love's spite in your eyes from those battle days.
There's still one way,
Abandoned now no matter what you say.
Just one truth,
Moving up to decide that's your battle move,
No one's here,
Some phantoms realized that's your only fear.
Fools circle again,
More than I realized.
You're sending me rockets.
Full circle again.
Still sending me rockets.
I could still cut through,
A war machine with its missiles set on you.
I still want you,
Misty eyes clear to find another view.
And still you're sending me rockets.
And I surrender again,
No more will I feel this time.
You're sending me rockets.
Fools circle again.
Still sending me rockets.
Fools circle again.
Home sweet home,
No idea of divides or where the peace has gone.
No words to blame,
Surrender leaves me in the dark again.
You're sending me rockets,
Fools circle again,
No matter how I plead this time.
You're sending me rockets,
Fools circle again,
More than I realized.
You're sending me rockets.
You're sending me rockets.
Keep sending me rockets.
Still sending me rockets.
Fools circle again.
The lyrics of Simple Minds’ song Rockets appear to be about a relationship that has been through tough times but still seems to be communicating through some kind of connection. The lyrics use a lot of imagery from war and military, with missiles and war machines mentioned, which could signify some kind of intense conflict or difficult situation between the two people. The line “Your love’s like faith” suggests that the love between the two people is something solid and unyielding, much like a belief in a higher power. The line “Misty eyes clear to find another view” suggests that the singer is looking for a new perspective, perhaps wanting to move on from the past and the relationship, yet still feeling drawn to it.
The chorus of the song, “You’re sending me rockets, fools circle again” seems to suggest that the relationship has been through some kind of cycle, with certain patterns or habits repeating themselves. Despite the repetition, the connection still seems to be strong, with the line “Still sending me rockets” indicating that the communication, however fraught it may be, is still ongoing. The final verse talks about “surrender” and “the dark,” which could mean that the singer has given up or lost hope about the relationship, and is now feeling lost and uncertain.
Line by Line Meaning
Your love's like faith,
Your love is like a strong belief or trusting in something, and it guides and directs your actions and decisions.
Your love's spite in your eyes from those battle days.
Your love has a sense of hostility and anger from past conflicts and struggles.
There's still one way,
Despite challenges and obstacles, there is still one path or solution to move forward.
Abandoned now no matter what you say.
Even though you may try to convince yourself or others, the path you have left behind is now empty and deserted.
Just one truth,
There is only one fact or reality that truly matters and shapes your life.
Moving up to decide that's your battle move,
Ascending to a higher level of understanding and decision-making, and making a strategic choice to fight for what you believe in.
No one's here,
You feel alone and isolated, with nobody to support or guide you.
Some phantoms realized that's your only fear.
Imaginary or ghostly figures have come to the realization that your sole fear is something intangible or unreal.
You're sending me rockets,
Your actions or words are having a powerful and explosive impact on me.
Fools circle again,
People are repeating the same foolish or harmful cycle of behavior, with no positive outcome or progress.
More than I realized.
The impact and consequences of these actions or words are greater than previously understood.
I could still cut through,
I still have the ability to break through and overcome obstacles, just like a weapon can pierce armor.
A war machine with its missiles set on you.
A destructive and powerful tool is aimed at you and ready to strike.
I still want you,
Despite everything, I still have strong feelings of desire or love for you.
Misty eyes clear to find another view.
Through teary or blurry vision, I am able to gain clarity and perspective to see things differently.
And I surrender again,
I give up or relinquish control once more, submitting to a force or situation beyond my power.
No more will I feel this time.
I will no longer experience the same emotions or pain as before.
Home sweet home,
A place where one feels comfortable and at peace, usually a familiar and beloved location.
No idea of divides or where the peace has gone.
The lack of knowledge or understanding of conflicts or disturbances that have disrupted the tranquility of the home.
No words to blame,
There are no specific or definite reasons or causes to hold accountable for the situation.
Surrender leaves me in the dark again.
Giving up or accepting a situation leaves me feeling uncertain and uninformed once more.
No matter how I plead this time.
Regardless of how much I beg or implore, the situation remains unchanged.
You're sending me rockets.
The other person's actions or words are still having a powerful and explosive effect on me.
Keep sending me rockets.
Despite the harm or pain caused, I am still willing to endure or accept the other person's actions or words.
Still sending me rockets.
The other person's actions or words are still having a profound and lasting impact on me.
Fools circle again.
People are still stuck in a cycle of foolish or harmful behavior, with no positive outcome or progress.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Peermusic Publishing, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: JIM KERR, CHARLIE BURCHILL, GORDON GOUDIE, JIM (GB 1) KERR, CHARLES BURCHILL
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Tom Dubill
ROCKETS
Your love's like faith,
Your love's spite in your eyes from those battle days.
There's still one way,
Abandoned now no matter what you say.
Just one truth,
Moving up to decide that's your battle move,
No one's here,
Some phantoms realized that's your only fear.
You're sending me rockets,
Fools circle again,
More than I realized.
You're sending me rockets.
Full circle again.
Still sending me rockets.
I could still cut through,
A war machine with its missiles set on you.
I still want you,
Misty eyes clear to find another view.
And still you're sending me rockets.
And I surrender again,
No more will I feel this time.
You're sending me rockets.
Fools circle again.
Still sending me rockets.
Fools circle again.
Home sweet home,
No idea of divides or where the peace has gone.
No words to blame,
Surrender leaves me in the dark again.
You're sending me rockets,
Fools circle again,
No matter how I plead this time.
You're sending me rockets,
Fools circle again,
More than I realized.
You're sending me rockets.
You're sending me rockets.
Keep sending me rockets.
Still sending me rockets.
Fools circle again.
jason good
Over 10 years and still sounds. Modern..then again so many of their songs could be hits today!
Kate Hodor
I love these guys, no matter how old haha they're still fabulous
djdeus
I'm from the generation of Alive and Kicking/Don't You Forget About Me and this song is awesome! Just like their older songs, this has so much replayability (if that's even a word LOL). Love it!
Wayne Dupree
Honestly this is good!!! Music is so timeless
David Mauldin
greatest band ever
centuryhousedw
Solid track off of a fantastic album - and a well done if minimalist video!
I absolutely think "Graffiti Soul" stands as one of SM best albums.
John Steeves
Just discovered this song...not sure how I missed it but it's super kewl...great riff
Shelly Reider
One of my favorites.❤
RickBaconsAdventures
they surely haven't lost their style!
Tom Dubill
ROCKETS
Your love's like faith,
Your love's spite in your eyes from those battle days.
There's still one way,
Abandoned now no matter what you say.
Just one truth,
Moving up to decide that's your battle move,
No one's here,
Some phantoms realized that's your only fear.
You're sending me rockets,
Fools circle again,
More than I realized.
You're sending me rockets.
Full circle again.
Still sending me rockets.
I could still cut through,
A war machine with its missiles set on you.
I still want you,
Misty eyes clear to find another view.
And still you're sending me rockets.
And I surrender again,
No more will I feel this time.
You're sending me rockets.
Fools circle again.
Still sending me rockets.
Fools circle again.
Home sweet home,
No idea of divides or where the peace has gone.
No words to blame,
Surrender leaves me in the dark again.
You're sending me rockets,
Fools circle again,
No matter how I plead this time.
You're sending me rockets,
Fools circle again,
More than I realized.
You're sending me rockets.
You're sending me rockets.
Keep sending me rockets.
Still sending me rockets.
Fools circle again.