The album also earned the artist a Grammy Award in March 1988 in the category of 'Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male'. In that same year, D'Arby earned three Soul Train Award nominations for 'Male Album of the Year' (from releasing 'Introducing the Hardline According to Terence Trent D'Arby'), 'Male Single of the Year' (from releasing "Wishing Well"), and 'Best New Artist'. Receiving immense critical praise for a work that became RIAA certified as mutli-platinum, fans worried that he may have peaked too early, but they found D'Arby determined to continue down his own unique musical path.
D'Arby was born in Manhattan, New York, and he joined the army after leaving college, serving in Elvis Presley's old regiment in Germany. He was formally discharged by the army in 1983 after going absent without leave. While in Germany, he also worked with the group The Touch, releasing an album of material called 'Love On Time' in 1984. That album was later re-issued in 1989 as 'Early Works'.
D'Arby's follow-up studio album, 'Neither Fish Nor Flesh', came out in 1989. It sold over two million copies and earned praise from fans. Many critical reviews, however, were mixed and faulted D'Arby for what they saw as wandering about musically with a purpose, and the artist's acrimonious disputes with his record label grated on him. Note that the album is often alternatively known as 'Neither Fish Nor Flesh: A Soundtrack of Love, Faith, Hope & Destruction',
The expectations placed on D'Arby's shoulders from his early success caused him to undertake some needed soul searching. It took four more years and a move to Los Angeles, California until his next project, 1993's 'Symphony or Damn', was released. Also known as 'Symphony or Damn: Exploring the Tension Inside the Sweetness', the work proved somewhat of a commercial comeback and peaked at #4 on the U.K. album charts while receiving many supportive reviews.
D'Arby had moved into more and more of a musical vibe influenced by gritty rock, often inspired by blues. In 1995, D'Arby released 'Vibrator', which largely followed his previous work in its musical direction. Sadly, his commercial prospects were judged by many critics to be waning.
During the mid-90s, the relations between the artist and his label, Columbia Records, had became strained to the braking point, leading to the artist's departure in 1996. This was followed by four-years on Java Records, during which he recorded an album titled 'Terence Trent D'Arby's Solar Return'. Said work, however, was never released. In 2000, he bought the rights to his unreleased album and left the record company as well as Lippman Entertainment, which was his then-management-team.
In 1999, D'Arby was briefly hired by INXS to replace his friend, late vocalist Michael Hutchence, so the band could play at the opening of facilities for the Sydney Olympics.
In 2001 D'Arby changed his name to Sananda Francesco Maitreya. The same year, he settled in Munich, Germany, and started his own independent record label, Treehouse Pub. The year also marked his first album release in six years, Wildcard (the unreleased "Solar Return"). The album, first available for free through his website, was later released through a one-album distribution deal with Universal Music.
In 2002 Maitreya moved to Milan, Italy, and began working on his next project, Angels & Vampires - Volume I.
In July 2005 Maitreya started working on Angels & Vampires - Volume II, he released chapter after chapter online as soon he finished recording the songs. In April 2006 he released the finished album; again via his website.
Since 2006, Maitreya has released five more studio albums, alongside touring and the release of a few live albums and various live shows to his YouTube channel. In 2020, Maitreya was featured on The Avalanches' single Reflecting Light which would later be on their 'We Will Always Love You' album, later that same year.
Trivia:
D'Arby/Maitreya appeared in in the TV series "Shake, Rattle And Roll" where he played the part of Jackie Wilson. His music has also been included on several movie soundtracks, most notably 1991's Frankie and Johnny.
Seasons
Terence Trent D'Arby Lyrics
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I don't want to use that exit line
Please don't make me lie
I have no excuse for you this time
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go
And so now the chorus I must hear
I've got to define my life and times
Before I can give you more than tears
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go
Your heart was stretched to the point of breaking
Your tears are etched and your sorrow is waking
This complicated curse
Causes you to freeze our love in time
If I awaken that first
It's only 'cause you lost yourself in mine
Please don't let me see you cry
Cause sometimes
It's alright for a season
But then it's time to go
The song "Seasons" by TERENCE TRENT D'ARBY is a reflection on the passing of time and the different phases of life that individuals experience. The lyrics describe a relationship that has run its course, and while there is still love and affection, it's time to say goodbye. The singer acknowledges that sometimes it's okay to hold on to something for a season, but eventually, it's necessary to let go and move forward.
The lyrics portray an emotional conflict that the singer faces regarding the end of the relationship. He doesn't want to use a traditional goodbye phrase as it feels disingenuous. He is struggling to find an adequate excuse, realizing that perhaps this time, there isn't one. As the verses of his life fly by, he needs to understand his purpose in this world before he can offer more than just tears to his partner.
The singer also touches upon the sorrow and pain we all face at times in our lives. He shows empathy with his partner, who has gone through a traumatic experience that has left her heart heavy and her tears flowing. The singer understands that a relationship cannot survive in a state of constant sorrow and freeze, as life continuously moves, and the seasons inevitably change.
Line by Line Meaning
I won't say goodbye
I do not want to use the typical farewell phrase
I don't want to use that exit line
I do not want to use clichés when ending this relationship
Please don't make me lie
I do not want to be dishonest with you
I have no excuse for you this time
I cannot justify my actions to you
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go
Sometimes relationships have an expiration date, and it is time for us to end this one
The verses of my life are moving past
The different stages of my life are coming and going
And so now the chorus I must hear
Now it is time for me to focus on the important parts of my life
I've got to define my life and times
I must understand my own experiences and make sense of how they shape me
Before I can give you more than tears
I need to better understand myself before I can give more to this relationship than just tears
Your heart was stretched to the point of breaking
I have caused you so much heartache and pain
Your tears are etched and your sorrow is waking
The sadness and grief you feel is permanently etched in your memory
This complicated curse
Causes you to freeze our love in time
Our relationship is cursed with complexity, leaving us feeling stuck in time
If I awaken that first
It's only 'cause you lost yourself in mine
If I am the first to move on, it is because you lost yourself in me and I am now finding myself
Please don't let me see you cry
I cannot bear to see you upset
Cause sometimes
It's alright for a season
But then it's time to go
Sometimes relationships are only meant to last for a specific period, and that time has come to an end
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: TERENCE TRENT D'ARBY
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13thchronicels hd
I won't say goodbye
I don't want to use that exit line
Please don't make me lie
I have no excuse for you this time
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go
The verses of my life are moving past
And so now the chorus I must hear
I've got to define my life and times
Before I can give you more than tears
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go
Your heart was stretched to the point of breaking
Your tears are etched and your sorrow is waking
This complicated curse
Causes you to freeze our love in time
If I awaken that first
It's only 'cause you lost yourself in mine
Please don't let me see you cry
Cause sometimes
It's alright for a season
But then it's time to go
Antoine Bartholome
won't say goodbye
I don't want to use that exit line
Please don't make me lie
I have no excuse for you this time
'Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go
The verses of my life are moving past
And so now the chorus I must hear
I've got to define my life and times
Before I can give you more than tears
'Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go
Your heart was stretched to the point of breaking
Your tears are etched and your sorrow is waking
This complicated curse
Causes you to freeze our love in time
If I awaken that first
It's only 'cause you lost yourself in mine
Please don't let me see you cry
'Cause sometimes
It's alright for a season
But then it's time to go
Eric Chapman
Holy shit! This is SIIIIICK, he had the background vocals on RADIO!!! It's like he's sitting next to it and singing along. What a creative genius!!!
Ordinary G33K
There hasn't been another voice like this in popular music SINCE Terence Tren't D'Arby! Dude had SKILLZ!!!
Soufien Khalfaoui
Absolutely man... Absolutely...
Cemile Soylu
A great artist and singer he has helped me and my brother (rest in Paradise🤲) with his voice and music in many difficult life situations. One of my favourite singer for ever❤🌹🙏
Darren Evans
This is one of the all time greats! What a tune...
Jeff Johnson
I played this album to death back in the 90's.
Tru Omilade
Even the fade out is beautiful. Ear candy till the last drop.
david bracken
The man is a genius and makes the most soulful music. For me symphony or dammed should be talked about in the same company as off the wall.
13thchronicels hd
I won't say goodbye
I don't want to use that exit line
Please don't make me lie
I have no excuse for you this time
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go
The verses of my life are moving past
And so now the chorus I must hear
I've got to define my life and times
Before I can give you more than tears
Cause sometimes
(It's alright for a season)
But then it's time to go
Your heart was stretched to the point of breaking
Your tears are etched and your sorrow is waking
This complicated curse
Causes you to freeze our love in time
If I awaken that first
It's only 'cause you lost yourself in mine
Please don't let me see you cry
Cause sometimes
It's alright for a season
But then it's time to go
Darren Evans
This is up there with some of the great vocal performances...