Founde… Read Full Bio ↴The Frank and Walters are a pop/rock band from Cork, Ireland.
Founded in 1990 the group (named in honour of two eccentric Cork characters) are Paul Linehan (vocalist/bassist), his brother Niall Linehan (guitar) (replaced by Kevin Pedreschi in 2004) and Ashley Keating (drums).
Signing to the Setanta label in 1991, the group debuted with album EP1, and the lead track "Fashion Crisis Hits New York" became an indie hit. The follow-up album EP.2 was quickly forthcoming.
Shortly after signing to the Go! Discs label, The Franks partnered with producer Edwyn Collins to record the Happy Busman EP. Success in the UK was not far away, and following a tour in support of Carter USM, an Ian Broudie remix of the LP track After All reached the top twenty in the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 11.
After a long sabbatical, the group returned with Grand Parade (with contributions from Gus Dudgeon), and the Indian Ocean EP in 1997. This was followed with Beauty Becomes More Than Life in 1998 and Glass in 2000. Setanta released a well received "Best of" in 2002.
In 2004 Niall Linehan left the band and was replaced by a friend of the band, Kevin Pedreschi. The band signed a new deal with FIFA Records in Ireland, and released a B-sides triple album, Souvenirs, in October 2005.
The band released a new album, Renewed Interest In Happiness, on October 27th 2006 possibly their most complete work to date.
After All
The Frank and Walters Lyrics
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After all that we've been through
I know that we fight
And our gets pushed to the side
Still it ends alright
After all I really need you
Don't know how I'd live without you
Days they go by
Girl I'm glad you're mine
There are times I get distracted girl
By the ways and workings of this world
Yet I think of you as my life's shrine
And I'm glad that I'm yours
And you're mine
When I'm far from home and lonely
And I think about my life
I think about you
And all the little things that you do
And I'm glad you're mine
There are times I get distracted girl
From the ways and workings of this world
Yet I think of you as my lifes' shrine
And I'm glad that I'm yours
And you're mine
The lyrics of The Frank and Walters's song, "After All," revolve around the theme of love and the ups-and-downs in a relationship. The opening lines "After all I really love you, after all that we've been through" signify the understanding that the relationship has stood the test of time, even though there have been moments of conflict. The lyrics further emphasize that they may fight and put things on the side, but eventually, things work out alright.
The second verse touches upon the worries and fears of losing the person that they love. The line "don't know how I'd live without you" emphasizes the importance of the other person in their life. The following lines "Days they go by, and you're always there at my side, girl, I'm glad you're mine" emphasizes the comfort that being with someone you love can bring, and the security that comes with it. The lines "There are times I get distracted girl, by the ways and workings of this world" signify the challenges and distractions that may come their way, but also highlights that the singer recognizes the value of their partner, the "lifes' shrine.” The song concludes with the singer's appreciation for their partner, even when they are apart, as they reflect upon the things that their partner does.
Line by Line Meaning
After all I really love you
Despite any issues or problems we may face, I genuinely love you.
After all that we've been through
Considering all we have experienced together.
I know that we fight
I am aware that we sometimes have arguments.
And our gets pushed to the side
Our relationship is sometimes ignored or neglected.
Still it ends alright
Our disagreements do not ruin our relationship overall.
After all I really need you
You are incredibly important to me and I rely on you.
Don't know how I'd live without you
I cannot imagine my life without you in it.
Days they go by
Time passes quickly.
And you're always there at my side
You are consistently by my side regardless of what is happening.
Girl I'm glad you're mine
I am grateful that you are with me.
There are times I get distracted girl
Occasionally I lose focus on what matters because of outside influences.
By the ways and workings of this world
The complexities and stresses of everyday life can take attention away from our relationship.
Yet I think of you as my life's shrine
Nonetheless, you are the most important person in my life despite all other distractions.
And I'm glad that I'm yours
I am happy to be in a relationship with you.
And you're mine
And I am equally happy that you feel the same way.
When I'm far from home and lonely
When I am away from home and feeling isolated.
And I think about my life
Reflecting on my existence and the things that matter most to me.
I think about you
You are always on my mind during these moments.
And all the little things that you do
Even the small gestures you make have a big impact on me.
And I'm glad you're mine
Again, I am grateful that we are together.
There are times I get distracted girl
This line repeats from earlier in the song as the theme of distraction and focus is reiterated.
From the ways and workings of this world
Again recognizing how the complexities of life can cause distractions in our relationship.
Yet I think of you as my life's shrine
Repeating this line to emphasize its importance and significance.
And I'm glad that I'm yours
Repeating this line as a reminder of the happiness found in our relationship.
And you're mine
The song ends with a repetition of the affirmation of mutual love and commitment.
Writer(s): 坂本 龍一
Contributed by Claire W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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After all I really love you
After all that we've been through
I know that we fight
And our gets pushed to the side
Still it ends alright
After all I really need you
Don't know how I'd live without you
Days they go by
And you're always there at my side
Girl I'm glad you're mine
There are times I get distracted girl
By the ways and workings of this world
Yet I think of you as my life's shrine
And I'm glad that I'm yours
And you're mine
When I'm far from home and lonely
And I think about my life
I think about you
And all the little things that you do
And I'm glad you're mine
There are times I get distracted girl
From the ways and workings of this world
Yet I think of you as my lifes' shrine
And I'm glad that I'm yours
And you're mine
@MolloyVids
Great to see this absolute gem of a song getting a whole new generation of fans because of The Young Offenders. One of the best Irish rock/pop songs of all time.
@randomtransportguyx4397
My dad introduced me to this (im 16) and I bloody love it he's a great dad
@A7Xdookie
I'm glad it lead us here, brilliant band
@cathalseeeney
Made the charts in the uk
@jamaicanbrotha814
Anyone else just binge watched the entire series 3 of young offenders
@no-brain2002
Damn straight I did
@AmericanoNYC
I just binged all 3 seasons at once for the first time!
@oscar_geeza4801
Yes i did. Series 4 anyone think?
@sharonbarker6834
oscar_geeza I hope
@jamaicanbrotha814
Reaper Grim why do they have to remove s1ep1?