Tesla's music fit well with the blasting sounds of their 80s hair metal and glam rock contemporaries. Yet it was more bluesy and lyrics dealt with other themes than just the usual, girls, alcohol and violence. But what set them even more apart from their contemporaries was their t-shirt and jeans image, a 'street' look reminiscent of the Ramones (and other 70s punk groups) that was in strong contrast of the leather, spandex, and flashy-make type look of the time.
The band's early lifespan as City Kidd brought them considerable frustration, with them failing to break into the musical mainstream while also competing with another band with the same name. Their mutation into Tesla provided a clear shot at success. 'Mechanical Resonance', their debut that the boys released in 1986, became a commercial smash while also receiving significant critical praise. That album was certified platinum by the RIAA on October 5, 1989.
In total, the group has released six studio albums with original music, the latest of them being 2008's 'Forever More'. They have also created a a double-disc covers album, titled 'Real To Reel', as well as a number of compilations and live albums. Their sound has focused on a particularly melodic and accessible kind of hard rock with strong shades of classic heavy metal as well.
Tesla's popular 1990 remake of Signs, originally recorded by the Five Man Electrical Band (who also inspired the album which the remake came from, Five Man Acoustical Jam), is probably the most mainstream of Tesla's hits. However, many fans remember fondly Tesla's other hits such as Gettin' Better, Modern Day Cowboy, Little Suzi, Edison's Medicine and Love Song.
The band derived their name, certain album and song names (e.g. The Great Radio Controversy, Mechanical Resonance, etc), and some song content from events relating to Nikola Tesla, a Serbian-American inventor and electrical engineer born in the 19th century in Smiljan, Austria-Hungary, modern day Croatia.
Come to Me
Tesla Lyrics
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If something's got you down, it's just one of those days
That you find you've been caught in the middle, feeling like there ain't no way out
And it hurts you more than just a little, got you head all full of doubts
I'll be your shelter from the rain, until it's time to swim
Be there to help you share the pain, while never giving in
We'll keep it unconditional
Come to me, and I'll be there
Ain't nothing like a friend, no matter what you do
Who's always there 'til the end, it's like ya' got nothing to lose
What about when you're lost in the shuffle, knocked down, I'll pick you up again
If you days turn to lonely nights, and your nights into lonely days
I may not get it right, but I'll help you find a way
We'll take it all day by day
Come to me, if you need someone, and your looking for some company
If you need someone, you know that you can come to me
If you need someone, you know that you can come to me
If something busted your bubble, or maybe, your fortress had crumbled
There ain't nothing wrong with being humbled, 'cause a humbling is good for the soul
Oh, we all need, everybody needs, everybody needs someone to hold
You can come around, I will help find a way
If something's got you down, it's just one of those
Days turned to lonely nights, nights into lonely days
I may not get it right, but I'll help you find a way.
The lyrics to Tesla's song Come to Me are about the importance of friendship and being there for someone when they are feeling lost, lonely or overwhelmed. The song acknowledges that we all go through tough times and face challenges, but having a supportive friend can make all the difference. The artist urges listeners to come to them if they need someone to talk to, and promises to be a source of comfort and support.
The lyrics suggest that the artist is empathetic to the pain and struggles of others and wants to offer a helping hand. The phrase "We'll keep it unconditional" reinforces this idea that the artist is not seeking anything in return but simply wants to be there for their friend. Furthermore, the line "it hurts you more than just a little, got your head all full of doubts" captures the sense of helplessness and despair people often feel during difficult periods in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
You can come around,and I will help find a way
I'm here to help you through your difficult times and find a way out
If something's got you down, it's just one of those days
It's okay to feel down, but remember that it's just temporary
That you find you've been caught in the middle, feeling like there ain't no way out
You may feel stuck and unable to escape your situation
And it hurts you more than just a little, got you head all full of doubts
The pain is real and it's causing you to doubt yourself
I'll be your shelter from the rain, until it's time to swim
I'll protect you from further harm until you're ready to face the challenges ahead
Be there to help you share the pain, while never giving in
I'll be by your side to ease your suffering and never give up on you
We'll keep it unconditional
Our friendship will be based on unconditional love and support
Come to me, if you need someone, and you're looking for some company
I'm always here for you if you need someone to talk to and keep you company
Ain't nothing like a friend, no matter what you do
A true friend is irreplaceable and will always have your back
Who's always there 'til the end, it's like ya' got nothing to lose
A friend who sticks with you until the end is like having nothing to lose
What about when you're lost in the shuffle, knocked down, I'll pick you up again
When life knocks you down, I'll be there to pick you up and help you get back on your feet
If you days turn to lonely nights, and your nights into lonely days
If you're feeling lonely, day or night, I'm here for you
I may not get it right, but I'll help you find a way
I may not have all the answers, but I'll do my best to help you find a solution
We'll take it all day by day
We'll take things one day at a time and work through them together
If something busted your bubble, or maybe, your fortress had crumbled
If something has shattered your world or broken down your defenses
There ain't nothing wrong with being humbled, 'cause a humbling is good for the soul
It's okay to be humbled by life because it can teach us important lessons
Oh, we all need, everybody needs, everybody needs someone to hold
We all need someone to comfort us and hold us when we're feeling down
If something's got you down, it's just one of those
If you're feeling down, remember that it's just a passing phase
Days turned to lonely nights, nights into lonely days
Feeling lonely both day and night can be tough to handle
I may not get it right, but I'll help you find a way.
Even if I don't have all the answers, I'm here to support you and guide you through your struggles
If you need someone, you know that you can come to me
Don't hesitate to reach out to me if you ever need someone to talk to or support you
If you need someone, you know that you can come to me
If you ever need someone to lean on, know that I'm here for you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PETER GABRIEL, HORST KOENIGSTEIN
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Christopher N. Savage
on Getting' Better
A shame that you can't see the original video, but this tune has the passion and power to lift you up and brighten your day!!!!!