1. The Black Sheep was a UK avant-rock group affiliated with groups such as Red Balune, Henry Cow and Mass Culture Control Bureau. They released a classic EP in 1982 called Animal Sounds Vol. 1. Their work was reissued as part of the Mass Culture Control Bureau CD called .....Things From the Past on Ad Hoc Records. Members included: Geoff Leigh [aka Daddy Longlegs] (saxophones, vocals, guitar, organ, drums, sequencer, 1981-82, 2004-), Aloijsius van Saus [aka Red Phantome] (vocals, organ, guitar, trumpet), Colin McClure [aka Rock Steady] (bass, guitar, tuba, accordion, vocals), Ron Krepel (drums), Theo Olsthoorn (guitar), Chris Cutler (drums).
2. The Black Sheep was also a California quintet that changed its name to Trayne in 1967.
3. The Black Sheep is an alternative rock group from Cologne, Germany formed in 2005.
The lineup consists of Charlotte "Charly" Klauser (vocals), Johanna "Jo" Klauser (guitar), Aurora Steffens (bass) and Patricia "Trish" Ross (drums).
They signed to Roadrunner Records Germany in 2008 and released their debut album Not Part Of The Deal in March 2009.
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Line Of Fire
The Black Sheep Lyrics
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All the hurt my heart must take
We call it life
I’ve been wounded more than once
I don't know where it went so wrong
I got into the game
And nothing stays the same
I can’t save you
But I’ll keep the pieces left of me
So I let it go
‘Cause I can’t escape it
And it keeps on breaking now I see
My desire
Is getting myself into
The line of fire
And my words may fall like stones
I will make it on my own
In this life
Do we ever really know
If the road will take us home
If I’m lost and confused
And I’ve got nothing to lose
I will do it all again
I can’t save you
But I’ll keep the pieces left of me
So I let it go
‘Cause I can’t escape it
And it keeps on breaking now I see
My desire
Unprotected
Out in the open
Where can I find shelter
When the flames get higher
In the line of fire
In the song Line of Fire by The Black Sheep, the singer is reflecting on the risks and difficulties of life. They acknowledge the hurt that they have experienced and the fact that they have been wounded more than once, but also admit that they are willing to take risks and play the game of life. The chorus repeats the phrase "I can't save you," signifying the acceptance that they cannot protect others from the line of fire, a metaphor for the dangers and challenges of life. Instead, they will focus on saving the pieces of themselves and let go of what they cannot control.
The song's lyrics emphasize the uncertainties and struggles of life. The repetition of the line "my desire" shows the singer's determination to keep pushing forward, despite the obstacles in their way. The line "where can I find shelter when the flames get higher" conveys that when life gets tough, it can be challenging to find a safe place to hide. However, the repetition of the phrase "in the line of fire" suggests that the only way to succeed is to face challenges head-on.
Line by Line Meaning
Now I know what is at stake
I understand the consequences of my actions and the potential risks involved.
All the hurt my heart must take
I am aware of the emotional pain I may experience.
We call it life
This is just a part of what life is.
I’ve been wounded more than once
I have been hurt before.
I don't know where it went so wrong
I am unsure of where things went off course.
I got into the game
I started participating in something.
And nothing stays the same
Things constantly change.
When you’re willing to risk it all
We must take big risks to achieve what we want.
I can’t save you
I cannot protect you from harm.
But I’ll keep the pieces left of me
I'll hold onto the parts of myself that remain intact.
And my words may fall like stones
My words may be harsh.
I will make it on my own
I will accomplish things by myself.
Do we ever really know
It's impossible to predict the future.
If the road will take us home
If our lives will lead us to where we belong.
If I’m lost and confused
If I'm unsure and struggling.
And I’ve got nothing to lose
If I have nothing left to risk.
I can’t save you
I cannot protect you from harm.
But I’ll keep the pieces left of me
I'll hold onto the parts of myself that remain intact.
So I let it go
I release the feelings that hold me back.
‘Cause I can’t escape it
Because I cannot avoid it.
And it keeps on breaking now I see
This situation repeatedly causes harm.
My desire
My want and intent.
Unprotected
Without protection.
Out in the open
In a vulnerable and exposed position.
Where can I find shelter
Where can I find a safe place
When the flames get higher
When the situation becomes more dangerous.
In the line of fire
Directly involved in a dangerous situation.
Contributed by Eliana A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.