On September 10th 2007 the band announced on their Myspace that following a 25-date tour in November/December they will be 'calling it quits'. No official reason was given although they stated that 'this was absolutely nothing to do with a lack of passion for making music together or love for each other'. During the tour they will be selling a limited-edition album consisting of all their out-of print pre- Victory records back catalogue as well as selected demos from 1998-2002 through Sinister Label/Walk In Cold Records. This will only be made available at their final shows and through selected online stores. Mark Rose currently plays music as a solo artist. TJ & JD can be found playing locally around chicago & the surroding suburbs in their new band Thrillage
Curtain Call
Spitalfield Lyrics
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Back playing games like we used to
This is the last time I lose it
I'll just force somebody else
(How do you love somebody more?)
How do you love somebody more?
How do you love somebody, love somebody
I feel useless, I feel tired
I feel aged and uninspired
This is a curtain call for us all
Then you call my name
At the changing of the guard
This is a curtain call for us all
Sign up, on all these feelings
Don't stare up at all ceilings
Move right past this and say
"We knew ourselves all too well"
(How do you love somebody more?)
How do you love somebody more?
How do you love somebody, love somebody
How do you love somebody more?
I feel useless, I feel tired
I feel aged and uninspired
This is a curtain call for us all
Then you call my name
At the changing of the guard
This is a curtain call for us all
I understand what it is
We can't be friends
Turning back the clock won't work
We'll never make it
I understand what it is
We can't be friends
Or turn back the clock
Don't listen to them
Don't listen to them
When we're all on trial (don't listen to them)
And we're all on trial (don't listen, don't listen)
Don't listen to them
Don't listen to them
When we're all on trial
And we're all on trial
How do you love somebody more?
How do you love somebody, love somebody
How do you love somebody more?
The lyrics of "Curtain Call" by Spitalfield explore the complicated emotions that come with the end of a relationship. The opening lines express a sense of frustration and resignation, with the singer lamenting that their attempts to communicate with their ex-partner have been unsuccessful. They express a desire to move on, even if it means finding someone new. The repeated question of "How do you love somebody more?" suggests a sense of inadequacy or failure in the past relationship, as if the singer is trying to understand what they could have done differently.
As the song continues, the singer becomes more introspective, examining their own emotions of helplessness and fatigue. They acknowledge that the end of the relationship is a "curtain call" for both parties, and that the time has come to say goodbye. However, despite this sense of finality, there is still a glimmer of hope. When the ex-partner calls out the singer's name, it suggests a last attempt to reconcile, and there is a sense that perhaps they will be able to find a way to move forward.
Overall, "Curtain Call" is a poignant meditation on the complexities of love and the difficulties of letting go. It captures the sense of frustration and regret that often comes with the end of a significant relationship, while also holding out the possibility of reconciliation and healing.
Line by Line Meaning
If these words do not reach you
If you are not listening to what I'm saying
Back playing games like we used to
Going back to old habits and behaviors that caused problems before
This is the last time I lose it
I won't let my emotions get the best of me again
I'll just force somebody else
I will try to move on and find someone else
(How do you love somebody more?)
Asking a rhetorical question about how to show more love
I feel useless, I feel tired
Feeling like there is no point, and lacking energy
I feel aged and uninspired
Feeling old and without motivation
This is a curtain call for us all
This is the end for all of us
Then you call my name
Someone is trying to get my attention
At the changing of the guard
During a time of transition or significant change
Sign up, on all these feelings
Take action and deal with all these emotions
Don't stare up at all ceilings
Don't waste time and get caught up in your own thoughts
Move right past this and say
Move on and say to yourself
"We knew ourselves all too well"
We were aware of our own issues and faults
I understand what it is
I know what's going on
We can't be friends
We can't continue to have a friendly relationship
Turning back the clock won't work
Trying to go back to the way things were won't solve anything
We'll never make it
We won't be able to work things out
Don't listen to them
Don't pay attention to what others say or think
When we're all on trial (don't listen to them)
During a difficult time, don't let others influence you
And we're all on trial (don't listen, don't listen)
We are all being judged or evaluated, but don't let that get to us
(How do you love somebody more?)
Asking again how to show more love, emphasizing the importance of the question
This is a curtain call for us all
Reiterating that this is the end for everyone
Contributed by Brooklyn F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.