Susanna Hoffs released two solo albums in the 90's (a third album remained unreleased). Vicki Peterson joined the Continental Drifters. Debbie Peterson had a short-lived career with Siobhan Maher as Kindred Spirit, while Michael Steele lived in semi-retirement in California.
The Bangles reconvened in 2000 and recorded a reunion album, released in 2003, on Koch Records called "Doll Revolution". By lucky coincidence(?) their single 'Eternal Flame' had since been covered by, and become a hit record for, Atomic Kitten which helped to rekindle interest in its original artist.
"Sweetheart of the Sun," The Bangles first album of original material since "Doll Revolution" was released September 27, 2011. The Anna Lee (Sweetheart Of The Sun) Songfacts states that the album was recorded in various home studios - those of Vicki Peterson and Susanna Hoffs as well as the Hollywood Hills home studio of singer-songwriter Matthew Sweet, who produced the record.
They continue to play live sporadically. In January 2018, they played their first show since 2016 at Honda Center in Anaheim. It also was their first gig with original bassist Annette Zilinskas since 1983.
Live
The Bangles Lyrics
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Is that yourself or nothing at all
Oh, you think you live
Well, how can you, you're stuck in four walls
If you gotta go
You better live your life before you pass away
Don't waste a day
You've been locked in you room you've never had a chance to roam
Away from home
So, you come and go
Well good day, don't waste anytime
Oh, your life today
It's all familiar, soon you will find
If you gotta go
You better live your life before you pass away
Don't waste a day
All your life
You've been locked in you room you've never had a chance to roam
Away from home
Live, live, live, live
Live, live, live, live
Now, do what you want
Or where you want, it's all up to you
Ooh, you like the room
It's nice to do what you wanna do
If you gotta go
You better live your life before you pass away
Don't waste a day
All your life
You've been locked in you room you've never had a chance to roam
Away from home
If you know by now
What life's about, go on now and live
And if you don't know how
It's not so hard, just let go and live
If you gotta go
You better live your life before you pass away
Don't waste a day
All your life
You've been locked in you room you've never had a chance to roam
Away from home
Live, live, live, live
Live, live, live, live
The Bangles' "Live" is a song about living life to the fullest, staying true to oneself, and not being weighed down by restraints or self-imposed limitations. The chorus urges the listener to go out and live their life before it's too late, to not waste a day and to not be confined by the four walls of their room. The opening lines of the first verse pose the question of whether the listener is living their life for themselves or not at all, and highlights the paradox for those who believe they are living but are really confined by their own limitations.
The lyrics then move to emphasize the restrictions faced by the listener, having been locked up in their own life, never given a chance to explore beyond their own bedroom. The bridge changes the mood to something brighter, stating that the listener can do what they want, where they want and live life on their own terms. The idea that they have been limited in the past is no longer relevant, they can now live life to the fullest.
The final verse emphasizes the importance of living and knowing how to do so, promoting the message that living is not a difficult task, meant to be enjoyed and embraced rather than feared. The chorus is vibrant and catchy, with a strong message urging the listener to live their life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
You know, you got it now
You are aware of your current situation
Is that yourself or nothing at all
Is the current situation a reflection of who you are or of nothingness
Oh, you think you live
You believe that you are truly living
Well, how can you, you're stuck in four walls
How can you be truly living if you are confined to just these four walls
If you gotta go
If you have to leave this place
You better live your life before you pass away
You should fully experience life before you die
Don't waste a day
Do not let any time go to waste
All your life
Throughout your entire life
You've been locked in you room you've never had a chance to roam
You have been limited to your room and have never had the opportunity to explore
Away from home
To venture out of your comfort zone and explore new places
So, you come and go
You have the choice to stay or leave
Well good day, don't waste anytime
Make the most out of every day and do not let any time go to waste
Oh, your life today
Your life in the moment
It's all familiar, soon you will find
Everything seems familiar, but you will soon discover new experiences
Now, do what you want
Do what your heart desires
Or where you want, it's all up to you
It is your choice where to go and what to do
Ooh, you like the room
You are comfortable in your current situation
It's nice to do what you wanna do
It is a great feeling to do something that you truly desire
If you know by now
If you have figured it out by now
What life's about, go on now and live
What life truly means, go out and fully experience it
And if you don't know how
And if you are unsure of how to go about it
It's not so hard, just let go and live
It is not as difficult as you may think, just let go and enjoy life
Live, live, live, live
Fully experience life in its entirety
Live, live, live, live
Fully experience life in its entirety
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EMITT RHODES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
DJ Fred MIA
Susana's voice can surely melt me down. 30 years later, same tone, same charm. Incredible!
jrock2264
@Allan TNT I know. I asked the poster to change it a month ago.
Allan TNT
*younger of cause
Allan TNT
I don't believe this is from 2019. Susanna and the other girls are still pretty and amazing, but they do look much much older today, allegedly only four years later. This must be an older concert.
jrock2264
@Vinnie Doomen hahaha..exactly.
Vinnie Doomen
@jrock2264 She's the most selfish woman on earth. She clearly has discovered the fountain of youth, yet she doesn't share it's location. /j
Dean Imperium
They really are a class act. Michael has since left, she was such an amazing force. Having said that, this gig...absolutely brilliant. Im a hard rock / classic rock guy, and they have always been there.
J. Viso
Fabulous! Unforgettable beautiful harmonies, Susanna's side glances... 30+ years later, they sound and look better than ever. Such a great band.
mk at
Me siguen encantando, gran banda femenina, todas muy hermosas, in my heart for ever
Richard Flor
I thought they were good in the 80s but I never knew they were this good! They sound even better.