Sharleen Spiteri (vocals, guitar), Ally McErlaine (guitar) and Johnny McElhone (bass) have survived all line ups.
The Conversation
Texas Lyrics
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It's never what you wanna hear
It's funny how much words can hurt you
Even after all these years
I wanna make an observation
'Bout how you tear your world apart
And every time I try to tell you
You blame it on your fickle heart
How they're hurting you
When they're not deserving you
Are so, are so afraid of you
It's time to have a conversation
Give it up,
I'm never gonna hold you up
You've always been afraid of love
It's time to have a conversation
Waking up is never easy
So why don't you come over here
Tell me 'bout the dreams that haunt you
Tell me 'bout your secret fears
I wanna change your whole perseption
If only I could make you see
How it's all your own creation
That's bringing you this misery
How they're hurting you
When they're not deserving you
Are so, are so afraid of you
It's time to have a conversation
Give it up,
I'm never gonna hold you up
You've always been afraid of love
It's time to have a conversation
The words you hear in your head
Were never said, were never said
The heart you break, you mistake
For me instead, for me instead
How they're hurting you
When they're not deserving you
Are so, are so afraid of you
It's time to have a conversation
Give it up,
I'm never gonna hold you up
You've always been afraid of love
It's time to have a conversation
Hurting you
When they're not deserving you
Are so, are so afraid of you
It's time to have a conversation
Give it up,
I'm never gonna hold you up
You've always been afraid of love
It's time to have a conversation
In Texas's song "The Conversation," the vocals convey a plea to a significant other to have an open dialogue about the struggles they are going through as a couple. The lyrics express how difficult it is to communicate with a partner when their reactions are unpredictable and they tend to blame their emotions for their behavior. The song talks about how much our perception of reality can influence our behaviors and feelings. The chorus emphasizes the need for both partners to set aside their fears and have a real conversation about their relationship. The lyrics imply that the communication might be uncomfortable, but it is necessary for a healthy relationship.
The song can be interpreted as an anthem about the importance of honest communication in relationships. The lyrics reflect the conflict that often arises between two people, the fear of the unknown, and the barrier that holds back true intimacy. The song's message is about the need to overcome this fear and make communication a priority, even when it's uncomfortable. The pianos and guitar accompaniment in the song reflect the song's melancholic themes, which serve to create a somber yet hopeful atmosphere.
Line by Line Meaning
Any time we have a conversation
Every time we talk, it's about unpleasant things.
It's never what you wanna hear
You never want to hear the truth.
It's funny how much words can hurt you
It's ironic how much power words have to hurt you.
Even after all these years
Despite the fact that we have known each other for so long.
I wanna make an observation
I want to share my insights with you.
'Bout how you tear your world apart
About the way you sabotage your own life.
And every time I try to tell you
Whenever I attempt to express my thoughts to you.
You blame it on your fickle heart
You attribute it to your indecisive nature.
How they're hurting you
The way they're causing you pain.
When they're not deserving you
When they don't deserve your love.
Are so, are so afraid of you
Are intimidated by your strength.
Give it up,
Let it go,
I'm never gonna hold you up
I'm never going to stop you from moving forward.
You've always been afraid of love
You've always been afraid of opening up to love.
Waking up is never easy
It's always difficult to face reality.
So why don't you come over here
Why don't you come to me for comfort?
Tell me 'bout the dreams that haunt you
Tell me about the nightmares that scare you.
Tell me 'bout your secret fears
Confide in me about your hidden anxieties.
I wanna change your whole perception
I want to shift your entire perspective.
If only I could make you see
If only I could help you understand.
How it's all your own creation
How you are responsible for your own problems.
That's bringing you this misery
That's causing you so much pain.
The words you hear in your head
The thoughts that torment you.
Were never said, were never said
Were never spoken by anyone else.
The heart you break, you mistake
You confuse my heart for the one you hurt.
For me instead, for me instead
When it's really your own heart that you're hurting.
Hurting you
Causing you pain.
When they're not deserving you
When they don't deserve your affection.
Give it up,
Let it go,
I'm never gonna hold you up
I won't stand in your way.
You've always been afraid of love
You've always been afraid of opening up to love.
It's time to have a conversation
It's time to talk about these things honestly.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SHARLEEN SPITERI, JOHN MCELHONE, KAREN OVERTON, AMANDA GHOST, DAVE MCCRACKEN, IAN DENCH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Carlos Quiroz
Any time we have a conversation
It's never what you wanna hear
It's funny how much words can hurt you
Even after all these years
I wanna make an observation
'Bout how you tear your world apart
And every time I try to tell you
You blame it on your fickle heart
How they're hurting you
When they're not deserving you
Are so, are so afraid of you
It's time to have a conversation
Give it up,
I'm never gonna hold you up
You've always been afraid of love
It's time to have a conversation
Waking up is never easy
So why don't you come over here
Tell me 'bout the dreams that haunt you
Tell me 'bout your secret fears
I wanna change your whole perseption
If only I could make you see
How it's all your own creation
That's bringing you this misery
How they're hurting you
When they're not deserving you
Are so, are so afraid of you
It's time to have a conversation
Give it up,
I'm never gonna hold you up
You've always been afraid of love
It's time to have a conversation
The words you hear in your head
Were never said, were never said
The heart you break, you mistake
For me instead, for me instead
How they're hurting you
When they're not deserving you
Are so, are so afraid of you
It's time to have a conversation
Give it up,
I'm never gonna hold you up
You've always been afraid of love
It's time to have a conversation
Hurting you
When they're not deserving you
Are so, are so afraid of you
It's time to have a conversation
Give it up,
I'm never gonna hold you up
You've always been afraid of love
It's time to have a conversation
JohnLnyc
Going back over an incredible career, it is apparent that Sharleen has that elusive natural beauty wherein she looks different in each photo and video. Amazingly, what has remained the same is an inner beauty that always shines through. Even more amazing is her respect for her her vocal gift and her song writing abilities. She's as good as ever--in every way!
Patrick Levet
oui très juste ! 👍👍
ESTEBAN KERVAN
True!
BabaFett10
One of Texas' best songs with Summer Son, Inner Smile, Black eyed boy, Say what you want and of course, I don't want a lover ! Thank you Texas for all these awesome songs !
goldies1979
Got to be honest this is the best song Texas have done in my opinion
Granto 67
Yes it is good love the new Mr haze back beat from donana summer
Raul Infante zapa
Beliefs too
Olesya Lazareva Олеся Лазарева
100%
PRIMADONNA
I don't want a lover 😏
Carol McVey
They have loads of good ones but I really love this one!