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.
Single By Choice
The Bangles Lyrics
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Never marry, never ever divorce
Listen to the solitary voice
Tell you I'm single by choice
Single by choice
Never marry, never ever divorce
Listen to the solitary voice
I know what you're thinking
She can't be complete
'Till the right kind of man
Come sweep her off her feet
Well I've been there before
Times four or times five
With the right kind of man
Barely made it out alive
Single by choice
Never marry, never ever divorce
Listen to the solitary voice
Tell you I'm single by choice
Alone but not lonely
I've made up my mind
And chosen the right
It's a solitary kind
I got sun in my morning
Got love in my day
And I don't waste one moment
Wishing it away
Single by choice, single by choice
Single by choice, single by choice
Single by choice
Never marry, never ever divorce
Listen to the solitary voice
Tell you I'm single by choice
Single by choice, single by choice
Single by choice, single by choice
The lyrics to "Single By Choice" by The Bangles express a strong sense of independence and empowerment in choosing to remain single. The song emphasizes the decision to never marry or experience the pain of divorce, with the solitary voice confidently proclaiming that being single is a deliberate choice.
The lyrics challenge the assumption that a woman's sense of completeness is solely dependent on finding the "right kind of man" to sweep her off her feet. The singer acknowledges that she has been in relationships before, but they were not fulfilling and even left her feeling suffocated, as implied by the line "Barely made it out alive." Through these experiences, she has learned that being single is the better option for her happiness and well-being.
The song further highlights that being single does not equate to being lonely. The singer has made a conscious decision to prioritize her own happiness and contentment. She appreciates the simple pleasures of life, such as the sun in the morning and love throughout her day. Instead of wishing away her single status, she fully embraces and celebrates it.
Line by Line Meaning
Single by choice
I have intentionally chosen to remain single and not get married.
Never marry, never ever divorce
I have no plans of ever getting married or going through the process of divorce.
Listen to the solitary voice
Pay attention to my inner voice and the decision I have made to be single.
Tell you I'm single by choice
I'm informing you that I have deliberately chosen to be single.
I know what you're thinking
I understand the assumptions you might have.
She can't be complete
You might think I am not fulfilled or whole without a partner.
'Till the right kind of man
Until I find the ideal partner.
Come sweep her off her feet
Who would intensely attract and charm me.
Well, I've been there before
I have experienced that situation in the past.
Times four or times five
Not just once, but multiple times.
With the right kind of man
With someone who seemed perfect for me.
Barely made it out alive
It was a challenging and difficult experience for me.
Alone but not lonely
Although I am alone, I do not feel lonely or unhappy.
I've made up my mind
I have firmly decided.
And chosen the right
To select what is best for me.
It's a solitary kind
This choice involves being on my own and embracing solitude.
I got sun in my morning
I wake up to a bright and positive start of the day.
Got love in my day
Love fills my everyday life.
And I don't waste one moment
I don't spend any time fruitlessly.
Wishing it away
Regretting or wanting to change the present.
Single by choice, single by choice
I want to emphasize that my decision to be single is intentional.
Single by choice, single by choice
Reiterating that I have deliberately chosen to be single.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: VICKI PETERSON
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