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.
That
Sparks Lyrics
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So don't take this the wrong way,
Just wanna put you up on some truth, if that's cool?
You know that new man you've got coming through
He's was into me way before he was into you
You ain't know so I ain't blaming you (no no)
Have you ever been in love and
Then you know what I'm going through yeah
All that playing don't mean nothing, doing him for nothing
Can you do me a favor?
I know that
Candles lit and he's on his way
Probably got your sexy dress on
Waiting all day for him
Girl don't stop what you got goin'
But when he gets there
Tell him that I love him, ooh
Tell him that I'm missing him real bad
So tell him just chill, I'll
See him in the morning, oh
Tell him that I love him
Now we been talking about gettin' that house
Got me picking out everything
With his and hers in the driveway
I know you wouldn't purposely get in my way
Know you heard all about to each its own
I know you don't wanna break up a happy home
I hear him knocking won't you let him in
And tell me this
Have you ever been in love with
Thought you had you had your husband
Then you know what I'm going through yeah
All that playing don't mean nothing
Doing him for nothing
Can you do me a favor?
I know that
Candles lit and hes on his way,
Probably got your sexy dress on,
Waiting all day for him
Girl don't stop what you got goin'
But when he gets there
Tell him that I love him
Tell him that I'm missing him real bad
Tell him just chill, I'll
See him in the morning, oh
Before he gets there hear me out
I ain't tryin' to burst your bubble
Let him know he got a baby comin'
We've been planning on it (ain't gon' give that up)
Girl you ain't got that long
'Cause pretty soon you'll be gone
Remind him we got church all in the morning
Better not make me call him
I know that
Candles lit and he's on his way
Probably got your sexy dress on
Waiting all day for him
So girl don't stop what you got goin'
But when he gets there
Tell him that I love him, yeah
Tell him that I'm missing him real bad
Tell him just chill, I'll
See him in the morning, yeah
Just tell him that I love him yeah
Tell him that I miss him
Tell him just to chill, oh yeah
Oh, tell him that I love him, oh, oh yeah
Tell him that I need him
I'll see him in the morning
The lyrics of "That" by Sparks are about a love triangle. The singer, who is a woman, addresses another woman who is dating a man whom the singer used to see before he started dating the other woman. The singer is not blaming the other woman but just wants to let her know that the man was into her before he was into the other woman. The singer also reveals that she has been planning to have a baby with the man, which she thinks the man has not told the other woman. The singer finally tells the other woman to tell the man that she loves him and misses him and that she'll see him in the morning.
The song is an emotional baggage about cheating and betrayal, where multiple perspectives are dissected to bring out the full story. From the singer's point of view, she had been seeing the man before he got together with the other woman, which caused her to feel some jealousy and possessiveness over the man. It also reveals the man's infidelity in the relationship, considering he has been seeing the singer and agreed to have a baby with her. The singer also seems to have some true affection for the man as she tells the other woman to tell him that she loves him and misses him, making things more complicated.
Line by Line Meaning
First off I ain't mad at you,
I am not angry with you, but I need to tell you something.
So don't take this the wrong way,
Please do not misunderstand what I'm about to say.
Just wanna put you up on some truth, if that's cool?
I just want to inform you about some facts, is that okay?
You know that new man you've got coming through
I am aware of the new man you are dating.
He's was into me way before he was into you
He had an interest in me before he met you.
You ain't know so I ain't blaming you (no no)
You were not aware of this, so I am not accusing you.
Have you ever been in love and
Have you ever experienced being in love when
Thought you had your husband
you thought the person you were with was your life partner,
Then you know what I'm going through yeah
then you can understand how I feel right now.
All that playing don't mean nothing, doing him for nothing
All the time you are spending with him is meaningless, it won't lead to anything.
Can you do me a favor?
Can you help me with something?
Candles lit and he's on his way
You have prepared a romantic atmosphere and he is on his way.
Probably got your sexy dress on
You are most likely wearing a seductive outfit.
Waiting all day for him
You have been anxiously waiting for him for the whole day.
Girl don't stop what you got goin'
Please continue with your plans and don't let me interfere.
But when he gets there
However, when he arrives
Tell him that I love him, ooh
Please pass along the message that I love him.
Tell him that I'm missing him real bad
Communicate that I am really sad and want to see him.
So tell him just chill, I'll
Just ask him to relax, and let him know that I
See him in the morning, oh
Will meet him tomorrow.
Now we been talking about gettin' that house
We have been discussing the idea of buying a house.
Got me picking out everything
This has gotten me involved in choosing everything.
With his and hers in the driveway
We talked about having separate cars in the driveway.
I know you wouldn't purposely get in my way
I do not believe that you are trying to intentionally disrupt our plans.
Know you heard all about to each its own
I am aware that you have heard about the saying 'to each their own.'
I know you don't wanna break up a happy home
I understand that you do not intend to ruin a happy relationship and family.
I hear him knocking won't you let him in
I hear him at the door, can you let him in?
And tell me this
Can you answer me one thing?
Before he gets there hear me out
Please listen to what I have to say before he arrives.
I ain't tryin' to burst your bubble
I am not trying to ruin things for you.
Let him know he got a baby comin'
Please inform him that he is going to be a father soon.
We've been planning on it (ain't gon' give that up)
We have been planning for this and won't back down from it.
Girl you ain't got that long
You do not have much time left.
'Cause pretty soon you'll be gone
Because soon you will be out of the picture.
Remind him we got church all in the morning
Please remind him that we have a church service in the morning.
Better not make me call him
Do not make me need to call him.
Just tell him that I love him yeah
Communicate to him that I love him.
Tell him that I miss him
Let him know that I am missing him.
Tell him just to chill, oh yeah
Ask him to relax and take it easy.
Oh, tell him that I love him, oh, oh yeah
Oh, and let him know that I love him as well.
Tell him that I need him
Make sure to communicate that I need him in my life.
I'll see him in the morning
I will meet him tomorrow.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: STEVEN L. RUSSELL, DAMON E. THOMAS, HARVEY JR. MASON, DEWAIN NEVINS WHITMORE, Damon E Thomas, Harvey Jay Mason, Michael Charles Daley, Steven Russell
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Tony Cultreri
ll that we've done
We've lost, we've won
All that, all that and more
All the things you said to me
And all the times you prayed for me
And all the holy places we would go
I don't need to fool around
And I don't need to drool around
I'm with you 'til God says it's time to go
While others may have so much more to say
Each street we walk on's Les Champs-Elysées
All that we've done
We've lost, we've won
All that, all that and more
All that we've seen
We've heard, we've dreamed
All that, all that and more
All the smiles and all the frowns
And all the ups and all the downs
And all the fears that would soon be gone
You ignore my gaping flaws
And I see you and I'm in awe
And look outside, it's very nearly dawn
I can't believe my luck in meeting you
Hey, help me out, I can't find my left shoe
All that we've done
We've lost, we've won
All that, all that and more
All that we've seen
We've heard, we've dreamed
All that, all that and more
All that and more
All that and more
All that we've done
We've lost, we've won
All that, all that and more
All that we've seen
We've heard, we've dreamed
All that, all that and more
Summers are what I recall
The sun gave credence to it all
We'd waste a lot of time, this, that postponed
Someday we'd do useful things
We'd rise above, be kings and queens
But new cheap chairs will always be our thrones
All that we've done
We've lost, we've won
All that, all that and more
All that we've seen
We've heard, we've dreamed
All that, thanks for the loan
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I love My Dog
Beautiful video for a great song. You did it great justice. I loved it. 🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍👏👏👏❤❤❤
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Tony Cultreri
ll that we've done
We've lost, we've won
All that, all that and more
All the things you said to me
And all the times you prayed for me
And all the holy places we would go
I don't need to fool around
And I don't need to drool around
I'm with you 'til God says it's time to go
While others may have so much more to say
Each street we walk on's Les Champs-Elysées
All that we've done
We've lost, we've won
All that, all that and more
All that we've seen
We've heard, we've dreamed
All that, all that and more
All the smiles and all the frowns
And all the ups and all the downs
And all the fears that would soon be gone
You ignore my gaping flaws
And I see you and I'm in awe
And look outside, it's very nearly dawn
I can't believe my luck in meeting you
Hey, help me out, I can't find my left shoe
All that we've done
We've lost, we've won
All that, all that and more
All that we've seen
We've heard, we've dreamed
All that, all that and more
All that and more
All that and more
All that we've done
We've lost, we've won
All that, all that and more
All that we've seen
We've heard, we've dreamed
All that, all that and more
Summers are what I recall
The sun gave credence to it all
We'd waste a lot of time, this, that postponed
Someday we'd do useful things
We'd rise above, be kings and queens
But new cheap chairs will always be our thrones
All that we've done
We've lost, we've won
All that, all that and more
All that we've seen
We've heard, we've dreamed
All that, thanks for the loan
Roy Wood
The first time I listened to the words of this song...amazing...wise...wild...happy....warmhearted...SPARKS
Dario Western
This song should have charted for Sparks. Beautiful rock ballad which ought to have been played on Triple M, Double J and Triple J alike. I really dig your visual interpretation of this song, and have got you in mind for some future music projects that I'm currently involved with.
Rich Kid Music Videos
Thanks Dario! Yeah this one should've been a smash but, like all their stuff, they are ignored by the radio stations and population in general.
Biffbop
Richard, I'm running out of superlatives. Already a very special song, your video complements it perfectly. Had to fight a tear! Love the brief footage of the lads too, a perfect touch.
Rich Kid Music Videos
Thanks Biffbop! Hope to hear your views on more of my videos.
Andy Richards
Love this. Great song from a great album.