Their impressive live show at this time brought them to the attention of The Sisters of Mercy front man Andrew Eldritch, who, after seeing a local performance, invited them as special guests on their 1984 Black October tour. The next two years saw the band gracing the stage with acts such as Siouxsie & The Banshees, Spear Of Destiny & The Mission etc..
Undeterred, following vocalist Anne Hurst's sudden departure in 1985 following the release of their second album "Futile Combat, the band enjoyed greater national chart success with the singles 'Restless' & 'Just A Minute' via signing to Chrysalis Records with new vocalist Katrina Phillips (from ex Specials Terry Hall’s band The Colourfield, single 'Thinking Of You')
This line up of the group disbanded in 1987 but due to the advent of the worldwide web, reissues of earlier studio and compilation albums, along with a rapidly growing resurgence of interest in eighties music & culture the band reformed again in 2002.
Now consisting of original members Stan Greenwood, Roger "Trotwood" Nowell and Ian "Karl Heinz" Taylor, i.e. the main songwriters of the band (all of whom were in the original pre cursor to Skeletal Family from 1979 called The Elements) produced two new original studio albums "Sakura" & "Songs Of Love Hope & Despair" alongside a third release on Jungle Records titled "Day Of All Days"
The band continue to play live to this day, headlining alternative European festivals / events which culminated with an extensive month long USA in 2018 coupled with one off appearances in Brazil and Mexico.
2020 / 2021 saw the band utilising the Covid pandemic to their advantage. Alongside vocalist Anneka Latta and drummer Adrian "Ozzy" Osadzenko the band recorded 19 new songs at Paul Weller's Black Barn Studios, Ripley, UK.
Ten of these tracks have been selected for the bands sixth studio album "Light From The Dark" scheduled for release Spring 2023 via Chapter 22 Records.
Skeletal Family 2023 line up:-
Anneka Latta - Vocals
Stan Greenwood - Guitars
Roger "Trotwood" Nowell - Bass
Ian "Karl Heinz" Taylor - Keyboards / Saxophone
Adrian "Ozzy" Osadzenko
Just a Friend
Skeletal Family Lyrics
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Sometimes I feel anger and sometimes I feel low
Questions you ask me explaining how I feel
Will you love me tell me that you know
Motions drive me, my desires won′t leave me
Not knowing how I feel, take me as a friend
Take me as a friend, take me as a friend
Physical attraction the heat of the night
Questions you ask me, answer in my mind
Give me more than, more than just attractions
Motions drive me, my desires won't leave me
Not knowing how I feel, take me as a friend
Take me as a friend, take me as a friend
Conversation you give me inspiration
You my story, listen to my heart
You, how awful, look inside my head
You understand me did you play the part
Motions drive me, my desires won′t leave me
Not knowing how I feel, take me as a friend
Take me as a friend, take me as a friend
Motions drive me, my desires won't leave me
Not knowing how I feel, take me as a friend
Take me as a friend, take me as a friend
The lyrics to Skeletal Family's song "Just a Friend" express a complex emotional state, where the singer is struggling with their feelings of anger, low emotions, and desires. They are being questioned about their emotions, and while they want someone to understand them and tell them they are loved, they also want to be taken as a friend. The song touches on physical attraction and desires, but more than just that, it explores the need for conversation, inspiration, and understanding.
The singer's emotions and desires are driving them, but they are unsure of how they feel. They want someone to understand them, but they also want to be accepted as a friend. The reality of physical attraction and desires is present, but it is not the only thing that the singer is looking for. They want someone to listen to their story, understand them, and play a part in their life. The lyrics present a sense of vulnerability and confusion but also a sense of wanting to be accepted for who they are.
Overall, "Just a Friend" is a song about complex emotions, desires, and the need for understanding and acceptance. It talks about the struggle to understand one's own feelings and the desire to have someone else understand and accept them for who they are. It is a heartfelt and emotional song that explores the human condition.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I feel anger and sometimes I feel low
I have varying emotions and moods, sometimes I am enraged and at other times down in the dumps.
Questions you ask me explaining how I feel
You inquire about my emotions and seek explanations for how I feel.
Will you love me tell me that you know
Can you assure me of your affection and make me feel like you understand me?
Motions drive me, my desires won′t leave me
My actions and impulses are what drive me, and my wants and aspirations are constantly on my mind.
Not knowing how I feel, take me as a friend
If you're unsure of how I feel, treat me as a friend.
Physical attraction the heat of the night
Sexual desire ignites under the cover of darkness.
Men desire the chalet of satisfaction
Males want to achieve sexual gratification.
Questions you ask me, answer in my mind
The questions you ask me evoke answers within my head.
Give me more than, more than just attractions
I want more than just physical attraction, something deeper and more meaningful.
Conversation you give me inspiration
Our talks spark inspiration within me.
You my story, listen to my heart
You are the person I tell my story to, the one who listens to my heart.
You, how awful, look inside my head
You are able to peer into the depths of my mind, which can be terrifying.
You understand me did you play the part
Do you truly comprehend who I am and what I'm going through, or are you just pretending?
Motions drive me, my desires won't leave me
My actions and impulses are what drive me, and my wants and aspirations are constantly on my mind.
Not knowing how I feel, take me as a friend
If you're unsure of how I feel, treat me as a friend.
Motions drive me, my desires won't leave me
My actions and impulses are what drive me, and my wants and aspirations are constantly on my mind.
Not knowing how I feel, take me as a friend
If you're unsure of how I feel, treat me as a friend.
Writer(s): Marcel Theo Hall
Contributed by Henry F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@StrickenCorvus
Questions need of answer and answers need explaining
Sometimes I feel anger and sometimes I feel low
Questions you ask me explaining how I feel
Will you love me tell me that you know
Motions drive me, my desires won't leave me
Not knowing how I feel, take me as a friend
Take me as a friend, take me as a friend
Physical attraction the heat of the night
Men desire the chalet of satisfaction
Questions you ask me, answer in my mind
Give me more than, more than just attractions
Motions drive me, my desires won't leave me
Not knowing how I feel, take me as a friend
Take me as a friend, take me as a friend
Conversation you give me inspiration
You my story, listen to my heart
You, how awful, look inside my head
You understand me did you play the part
Motions drive me, my desires won't leave me
Not knowing how I feel, take me as a friend
Take me as a friend, take me as a friend
Motions drive me, my desires won't leave me
Not knowing how I feel, take me as a friend
Take me as a friend, take me as a friend
@rogernowell3191
This could be in the set for the next few shows
@tintomara6209
One of the First tunes I ever heard on John Peel
@seanus4508
their best tune
@IsabelDhampir82
Hace solo tres dias que conoci a esta banda y ya la amo!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
@JazDickinson1
La conocí hoy
@adiktamaldita
Mil veces hermosa esta cancion como me encanta!!!
@bloodfox88
Amazing.
@mattvanbuhler7967
WORKING FOR THE CITY 2 BOIIIIII
@monkyanarchopunk
yo hubiese vivido en ese entonces... y no se feliz
@Nijaru
la mejor es just a minute xD