There are multiple artists with this name:
1) An alternative/indie rock … Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with this name:
1) An alternative/indie rock band from Turku, Finland
2) A folk-pop band from London
3) An abandoned synth project from Sweden
4) A hard rock/punk band from New York City in the early-mid 90's.
5) A Kwaito artist from Namibia.
6) A pop-rock band hailing from Aberdeen, Scotland.

1)
Stanley is an alternative/indie rock band from Turku, Finland.

2)
A folk-pop band from London - see Last FM artist page "Stanley (the band)"

3)
An abandoned synth project from Sweden

4)
A hard rock/punk band from New York City in the early-mid 90's. Vocalist Phil Doucet and drummer Mark Levy are now in alt country band Katy Mae.

5)
A Kwaito artist from Namibia

6)
A pop-rock band hailing from Aberdeen, Scotland.

Tides
Stanley Lyrics

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First the tide rushes in, plants a kiss on the shore
Then rolls out to sea and the sea is very still once more
So I rush to your side like the oncoming tide
With one burning thought, will your arms open wide?
At last face to face, and as we kiss through an embrace
I can tell, I can feel you are love, you are real
Really mine in the rain, in the dark, in the sun
Like the tide at its ebb I'm at peace in the web of your arms

Really mine in the rain, in the dark, in the sun
Like the tide at its ebb I'm at peace in the web of your arms

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Stanley's song "Tides" describe the feeling of rushing to be with someone you love and finding peace in their arms. The first verse compares the movement of the ocean tide to the movement of the singer's emotions as they rush to their lover's side. The kiss from the tide on the shore represents the initial excitement and anticipation the singer feels. As the tide rolls back out to sea, the sea becomes calm once again, mirroring the singer's sense of peace when they are with their partner.

The lyrics also reveal that the singer has a deep connection with their lover. They describe rushing to their side with "one burning thought" and feeling a strong sense of love and reality when they are together. The chorus repeats the imagery of the tide rushing in, symbolizing the singer's rush to be with their partner. The final line of the chorus, "Like the tide at its ebb I'm at peace in the web of your arms," highlights the sense of security the singer feels in their lover's embrace.

Overall, the lyrics of "Tides" use ocean imagery to convey the passion and security of a deep and meaningful love. The ebb and flow of the tide represents the movement of emotions, while the calm sea represents the peace found in a loving relationship.

Line by Line Meaning

First the tide rushes in, plants a kiss on the shore
The beginning of love is like the tide rushing into the shore, it's full of excitement, anticipation and newness.

Then rolls out to sea and the sea is very still once more
Once the newness wears off, things can become mundane and still, like the sea after the tide recedes.

So I rush to your side like the oncoming tide
Just like the tide rushes back in, I rush to you with the same excitement and anticipation, hoping that you'll be there waiting for me.

With one burning thought, will your arms open wide?
I can only think of being in your arms, feeling safe and loved, and hoping that you feel the same and will welcome me with open arms.

At last face to face, and as we kiss through an embrace
Finally, we are together and in each other's arms, everything else fades into the background as we focus on the love we share.

I can tell, I can feel you are love, you are real
I know that what we have is real because I can feel it in my heart and soul, and I can see it in your eyes that you feel the same way.

Really mine in the rain, in the dark, in the sun
Our love is strong enough to withstand any obstacles, whether it's rain or darkness, even in the bright light of the sun, we are together and nothing can break us apart.

Like the tide at its ebb I'm at peace in the web of your arms
Just like the tide at its ebb finds a resting place, I find my peace and solace in the safety of your arms, where nothing can harm me.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Robert Maxwell, Carl Sigman

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