The band's long career has seen them successfully adopt many different musical genres; including glam pop, power pop, electronic dance music and mainstream pop. Despite these many styles, a recognizable "Sparks sound" remains throughout, and they have enjoyed a large cult following since their first releases. Sparks have been highly influential on the development of popular music, in particular on the late 1970s scene, when in collaboration with Giorgio Moroder (and Telex subsequently), they reinvented themselves as an electronic pop duo, and abandoned the traditional rock band line up. In contrast to the esteem in which they are held by such peers as Depeche Mode, New Order, Morrissey and They Might Be Giants, who all cite Sparks as a major influence, their almost constantly changing styles and unique visual presentations have sometimes seen them dismissed as a novelty act.
The 2002 release of Lil' Beethoven, their self-described "genre-defining opus", and 2006's Hello Young Lovers (their 20th studio album) have brought Sparks renewed critical and commercial success, and seen them continue to "steer clear of pop conventions."
The 2021 documentary film 'The Sparks Brothers', directed by Edgar Wright, has renewed interest in the band for a new audience.
Never Tun Your Back On Mother Earth
Sparks Lyrics
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Don't be tempted by her favor
Never turn your back on mother Earth
Towns are hurled from A to B
By hands that look so smooth to me
Never turn your back on mother Earth
Gaze at clouds that come down crashing
Never turn your back on mother Earth
Three days and two nights away from my friends
Amen to anything that brings a quick return to my friends
Never turn your back on mother Earth
I'll admit I was unfaithful
But from now I'll be more faithful
Never turn your back on mother
Never turn your back on mother
Never turn your back on mother Earth
The lyrics to Sparks's song Neverturnyourbackonmotherearth are a warning to the listener to always respect and appreciate the natural world. The opening lines suggest that when the Earth is at its most beautiful and tempting, it can be easy to forget its power and importance. The second verse describes how towns and cities seem to move effortlessly, but in reality, they are the result of human hands that can be destructive if not careful.
The chorus emphasizes that one should never take the Earth for granted. It tells the listener not to grasp at things that are impossible to hold onto, like straws that slip away, or clouds that come crashing down. The last verse is a personal reflection, with the singer admitting to past mistakes and promising to be more faithful to the Earth in the future.
Overall, the song is a powerful reminder of the fragility of our planet and the importance of treating it with respect and care. It's a call to action for listeners to take responsibility for their impact on the world around them and to never turn their backs on Mother Earth.
Line by Line Meaning
When she's on her best behavior
Even when the world seems to be at its best, do not let your guard down when it comes to caring for the planet
Don't be tempted by her favor
Do not be swayed by temporary benefits or rewards that come at the cost of harming the environment
Never turn your back on mother Earth
Always be mindful of the impact of your actions on the planet and take steps to protect it
Towns are hurled from A to B
Development and urbanization are happening at an alarming rate with little consideration for the environment
By hands that look so smooth to me
The individuals and organizations responsible for these destructive practices may appear to be harmless or even well-meaning, but their actions have severe consequences
Grasp at straws that don't want grasping
Attempts to exploit or manipulate nature for profit or progress are ultimately futile and harmful
Gaze at clouds that come down crashing
Ignoring warning signs or failing to take action to prevent environmental disasters can have catastrophic consequences
Three days and two nights away from my friends
Even when we are away from our loved ones, we cannot lose sight of the importance of caring for the planet for their sake and for future generations
Amen to anything that brings a quick return to my friends
We may be tempted to prioritize short-term gain over long-term sustainability, but this is ultimately harmful to ourselves and the planet
I'll admit I was unfaithful
Acknowledging past mistakes and wrongdoing is an important step towards taking responsibility for the impact of our actions on the planet
But from now I'll be more faithful
Committing to making positive changes and taking action to protect the environment can help mitigate the harm we have caused
Never turn your back on mother
We must always prioritize the health and wellbeing of the planet and take action to protect it
Never turn your back on mother
We cannot afford to ignore the urgent need for environmental action and protection
Never turn your back on mother Earth
The planet is our home, and we must treat it with respect and care to ensure a sustainable future for all
Lyrics © IMAGEM U.S. LLC , Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RON MAEL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Julio Cesar Navarrete
We living hard times, but there are people who make music that feed the soul. Thanks John, this is another incredible cover version. Greetings from México.
Parralox
Thanks so much for your kind words Julio. Merry Christmas and all the best for 2021 Cheers, John 🎅🎄❤️
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pvksl
Fantastic cover. Happy Holidays, guys! 🎆🎆🎆
Parralox
Thanks so much, so glad you like it. Merry Christmas and all the best for 2021 Cheers, John 🎅🎄❤️
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Charles W. Jones
Amazing just amazing. Thanks for making such great music!
Parralox
Our pleasure! So glad you enjoyed it. Hope you had a very Merry Christmas. Cheers, John ❤️🎹❤️
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Old Warrenpoint
Has to be my favourite Sparks tune :) excellent
Parralox
There are so many awesome Sparks songs right? Thanks so much for the comment. Merry Christmas and all the best for 2021 Cheers, John 🎅🎄❤️
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FARMACIA24HS
Excelente! ❤️💥 Like always
Parralox
You're the best! Cheers, John ❤️🎹❤️
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