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.
Make A Play For Her Now
The Bangles Lyrics
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Spoken in design
Turn cruel unkind
You have your ready treasures or sin
And it all begins
With an innocent smile
Go on, make a play for her now
I bleed so slow
You may never know
Whisper she is safe
That you sympathize
When you know right now you'll be gone
At the kiss of dawn
The darkest lies
Your conscience runs clear
Go on, make a play for her now
While I'm standing here
I bleed so slow
You may never know
And I won't make a sound
Who am I to lay the blame
When it's all a game to you
You and I misfired
Left me cold and tired
Hey love it's alright
Go on, make a play for her now
While I'm standing here
I don't keep score
No not anymore
And I won't make a sound
Hey, who am I to lay the blame
When it's just a game
In the back of your mind
The pattern's starting to unwind
And you know you're alone
Oh, but you smile anyhow
When the moment allows
Make a play for her now
The lyrics of The Bangles’ song ‘Make A Play For Her Now’ depict a love triangle where the singer’s lover shows interest in someone else. The words of comfort and love that were initially expressed by the lover have turned cruel and unkind as they pursue their ready treasures or sins. The singer, who is aware of the situation, encourages the lover to go ahead and make a play for the other person while they bleed slowly, choosing to remain silent and not lay any blame. In the final verse, the singer admits to being left cold and tired by the lover's actions and acknowledges that it was all just a game, hence they won’t make a sound or keep score.
Overall, the song portrays the painful experience of being betrayed by someone the singer thought loved them. It highlights the desperation and helplessness that one might feel when they are unable to stop their lover from pursuing someone else. The lyrics speak of the singer’s acceptance of the situation and their decision to let go, either because they have given up on the relationship or because they don’t want to fight for someone who is not worthy of their love.
Line by Line Meaning
Words of comfort and love
Affectionate words that convey care and love
Spoken in design
The language used to express love is well-thought and well-designed
Turn cruel unkind
These words can be cruel and harsh
You have your ready treasures or sin
You have something to offer or a hidden agenda
And it all begins
This is how it all starts
With an innocent smile
An innocent smile can be deceiving
Go on, make a play for her now
Take action and win her heart before it's too late
While I'm standing here
While I am in plain sight
I bleed so slow
My wounds caused by your actions are taking time to heal
You may never know
You may never truly realize the damage you have caused
Whisper she is safe
Assure her that she is protected and secure
That you sympathize
That you understand her pain and feelings
When you know right now you'll be gone
When you know you're leaving soon
At the kiss of dawn
At sunrise, when you'll be leaving
The darkest lies
The greatest deception and untrue statements
Your conscience runs clear
You don't feel guilty about your actions
And I won't make a sound
I won't complain or protest
Who am I to lay the blame
I don't have the authority to assign fault
When it's all a game to you
When you see it as just a fun activity or competition
You and I misfired
You and I were not able to communicate well
Left me cold and tired
Your actions have left me emotionally drained
Hey love it's alright
It's okay, I'll be alright
I don't keep score
I don't hold grudges or keep track of past wrongs
No not anymore
I have learned to let go of the past
Hey, who am I to lay the blame
I don't have the power to assign responsibility
When it's just a game
When it's all just fun and entertainment to you
In the back of your mind
Subconsciously, you know the truth
The pattern's starting to unwind
The truth is beginning to reveal itself
And you know you're alone
You realize that you don't have anyone by your side
Oh, but you smile anyhow
However, you still try to maintain an optimistic view
When the moment allows
When the opportunity arises
Make a play for her now
Act now and try to win her heart
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: VINNIE VINCENT, VICKI PETERSON
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