In 2005, he released a solo album that involved collaborating with Lilac Time member and original Duran Duran singer Stephen "Tintin" Duffy under that name. In 2008, he also notably performed a concert of cover songs with "The Art of Time Ensemble" in Toronto. A studio album featuring the songs performed live with the ensemble came out in 2010. As well, Page wrote music for the Stratford Shakespeare Festival in the summer of 2009. Page has perhaps gotten the most attention under his own name for his solo album 'Page One', a 2010 release that earned acclaim from several music critics.
In 2012, he released an EP called A Different Sort of Solitude. In 2016, he released his first full length studio album since 2010, Heal Thyself, Part I: Instinct. He followed it in 2018 with a sequel-of-sorts, Discipline: Heal Thyself, Pt II. In 2020, during the coronavirus pandemic, he released a single called Isolation, and has been doing weekly "Live From Home" concerts streaming from his basement.
Indecision
Steven Page Lyrics
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Ooh whoa
I've always been a creature of habit
Put another way, I'm addicted to you
I'm predisposed to habit
Happiest when I don't know what to do
I wanna settle down like my father
I wanna run away like my mother ought to
Be prepared for indecision
It might make me disappear
But then again, my addiction
To indecision keeps me here
Ooh whoa
Ooh whoa
I was born between the tracks
I left home and turned around and came back
One day you and I will be intertwined
If I could only make up my mind
Be prepared for indecision
It might make me disappear
But then again, my addiction
To indecision keeps me here
Ooh whoa
Leave decisions up to fate
Nothing comes to those who wait
Come see the view from the top of the fence
We'll watch the world unfold its events
Some days when I am nearly awake
I can almost hear the decisions I make
Be prepared for indecision
It might make me disappear
But then again, my addiction
To indecision keeps me here
Be prepared for indecision
It might make me disappear
But then again, my addiction
To indecision keeps me here
Ooh whoa
Ooh whoa
The song Indecision by Steven Page is a reflection on the struggle of decision-making, specifically in the context of relationships. The opening lines note the singer's tendency towards habit and addiction, particularly to the person he addresses in the lyrics. He expresses his uncertainty between wanting to settle down like his father or run away like his mother, highlighting the tension between the desire for stability and the urge for adventure or change. The chorus of the song warns both the listener and the singer himself to "be prepared for indecision," which may lead to disappearance, but also acknowledges that the addiction to indecision is what keeps him in the relationship.
The verse that follows is particularly poignant, as it describes the singer's sense of being stuck or trapped in his indecision, to the point of feeling like he is "born between the tracks." He desires a future in which he and the person he addresses are "intertwined," yet he cannot make up his mind. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the paradoxical nature of indecision in the singer's life. The final verse introduces the idea of leaving decisions up to fate, but the singer ultimately recognizes that this may not be a helpful approach. The song concludes with a final repetition of the chorus and the refrain of "ooh whoa."
Overall, the lyrics of Indecision reveal a deep and introspective exploration of the psychological and emotional struggles involved in making decisions, particularly in the context of relationships. The vivid imagery and poetic language of the song convey the complexity of the singer's inner world, and the catchy melody and rhythm make it a memorable and enjoyable listen.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh whoa
Refrain/chorus of the song
I've always been a creature of habit
I am addicted to familiar patterns and routines
Put another way, I'm addicted to you
You are the source of my addiction to habit and indecision
I'm predisposed to habit
I have a natural inclination towards predictable actions
Happiest when I don't know what to do
I am comfortable in a state of confusion
I wanna settle down like my father
I desire a stable life like my dad had
I wanna run away like my mother ought to
I also desire the freedom to leave everything behind
Be prepared for indecision
My inability to make a choice may lead to my disappearance
It might make me disappear
My indecision can have severe consequences
But then again, my addiction
However, my compulsion to remain indecisive keeps me here
To indecision keeps me here
My habit of being indecisive is the reason for my current state
I was born between the tracks
I come from a juxtaposed background
I left home and turned around and came back
I am still searching for my place in the world
One day you and I will be intertwined
Our fates will be connected
If I could only make up my mind
If only I were capable of making decisions
Leave decisions up to fate
I let chance determine what path I take
Nothing comes to those who wait
If I always wait, I will never achieve anything
Come see the view from the top of the fence
Join me and see the world from an indecisive standpoint
We'll watch the world unfold its events
Together, we will observe the inevitable consequences of indecision
Some days when I am nearly awake
Sometimes I feel like I am almost able to make choices
I can almost hear the decisions I make
I am aware of the possibilities available to me
Be prepared for indecision
My indecisiveness may lead to negative repercussions
But then again, my addiction
Still, my addiction to indecision has a firm grip on me
To indecision keeps me here
It is the main cause of my current condition and prevents me from moving forward
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: STEPHEN DUFFY, STEVEN PAGE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@davidsalucco56
I think it's time this song and Steven got the attention it deserves....let's all share it all over social media....i'm starting right now
@StarWarsObsessed
Love it!
@StarWarsObsessed
Great song. Entertaining video.
@brianfugate2822
I just started listening to BNL about a year and a half their a lot better than what I give them credit for. I remember hearing "one week" back in the 90s and I hated it. I happen to come across the album (Stunt). It was a great album and so is this Steven page CD.
@blackiefitzpatrick6611
Lovely Track
@adamv4344
So nice
@DrThunder88
If it weren't for the female backup singer, I would have mistaken this for a BNL song. Of course, I said almost the same thing about "Every Subway Car".
@robf6105
This easily could have been a Barenaked Ladies song. One of the better ones.
@abarragan2973
I very rarely liked any of the BNL songs that Ed sang. With that said, the duo was great. Still, glad to hear Steven on his own.
@emberweyenberg9465
Same! I was a HUGE fan of the band, saw scores of their concerts. I found out when they split that I was really just a fan of the magic the five of them had on stage, and a HUGE fan of Mr. Steven Page.