The Go-Betweens were a critically-acclaimed cult act famously summarised by Village Voice critic Robert Christgau thus: “Robert Forster and Grant McLennan are the greatest songwriting partnership working today.”
Early drummers Lissa Ross and Tim Mustapha were followed by Lindy Morrison, who was a constant member through the six albums the band recorded in their first and most prolific era. Robert Vickers made the band a four piece when he joined on bass for the third album - "Spring Hill Fair". He left following the fifth album, to be replaced by long-time Brisbane muso John Wilsteed. Amanda Brown (violin, oboe and vocals) was the other key member, heavily influencing the Go-Betweens sound on the final two albums in this period.
The Go-Betweens toured overseas numerous times and produced such indie hits as "Cattle and Cane" (1983) and "Streets of Your Town" (1988). After recording six acclaimed albums, Forster and McLennan disbanded The Go-Betweens in December 1989.
Forster and McLennan pursued solo careers throughout the '90s but were inspired to work together after they were invited by fans at French music magazine Les Inrockuptibles to perform at the magazine's 10th anniversary.
In 2000, Forster and McLennan reformed The Go-Betweens, assisted by all three members of Sleater-Kinney, and recorded the album The Friends of Rachel Worth.
The most recent line-up (2005) included Forster, McLennan, Adele Pickvance (bass) and Glenn Thompson (drums).
In October 2005 The Go-Betweens finally achieved mainstream recognition, with the album Oceans Apart (produced by Mark Wallis and Dave Ruffy) winning an ARIA award for Best Adult Contemporary Album.
Grant McLennan died in his sleep at his home in Highgate Hill, Brisbane on May 6, 2006. He was preparing for a party at his home when he mentioned he was feeling ill, and went to lie down. He was found later that night, and is believed to have suffered a heart attack. With McLennan's death, Robert Forster announced that the Go-Betweens are no more.
"The Go-Betweens have made their final album. They have played their final show. We let it rest at that, being very proud of what we have done." - Robert Forster (May 7th 2006). In June 2007, a tribute album, Write Your Adventures Down, was released in Australia.
Discography:
Non-Album Singles
* "Lee Remick/Karen" (Able Label, 1978)
* "People Say/Don't Let Him Come Back" (Able Label, 1979)
* "I Need Two Heads/Stop before You say It" (Missing Link/Postcard, 1980)
Albums
* Send Me A Lullaby (1982)
* Before Hollywood (1983)
* Spring Hill Fair (1984)
* Liberty Belle and the Black Diamond Express (1986)
* Tallulah (1987)
* 16 Lovers Lane (1988)
* 16 Lovers Lane Acoustic Démos (1996)
* Live on SNAP (1999)
* The Friends of Rachel Worth (2000)
* Bright Yellow Bright Orange (2003)
* Oceans Apart (2005)
* Live At The Tivoli, Brisbane (2006)
Compilations
* 1978-1990 (1990)
* Bellavista Terrace: Best of the Go-Betweens (1999)
* 78 'til 79 the Lost Album (1999)
Previous Members:
* Malcolm Kelly ("People Say")
* Jaqueline / Candice ("People Say")
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Knock Knock / Have Her for My Own
I Just Get Caught Out
The Go-Betweens Lyrics
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Tempted me through with desire.
I was trying my best at this stage.
To set myself on fire. Then she said hello.
I just get caught out.
All I get is all day long.
On me, and I stand much higher.
You can always get what you want.
I just get caught out
Out again tonight, I'm tired. We need a room but there is no room.
Then she said good-bye.
I just get caught out.
Out again tonight, through these moonlit streets.
We need a room
But there is no room. Then she came again.
I just get caught out.
The lyrics of The Go-Betweens' song "I Just Get Caught Out" express the singer's inability to resist the temptation of a woman who he encounters. The woman catches his attention by wiping the hair out of his eyes and tempting him with desire. Despite his initial efforts to resist her, he finds himself drawn to her as she says hello. The lyrics express the singer's frustration with his own inability to control his feelings and actions, as he feels "caught out" by his attraction to this woman.
As the song progresses, the singer and the woman try to find a room for the night but are unsuccessful. The singer once again finds himself caught out by the woman's allure, and she says goodbye to him. The song ends with the singer left alone on the moonlit streets, still caught out by his attraction to this woman.
Overall, the lyrics of "I Just Get Caught Out" convey a sense of being powerless to resist temptation, of being caught in a cycle of desire and frustration. The song's instrumentals complement this mood, with a steady beat and hypnotic guitar riffs that draw the listener in and keep them caught up in the singer's struggle.
Line by Line Meaning
She wiped the hair right out of my eyes.
She was being seductive and clearing my vision, making it easier for her to tempt me.
Tempted me through with desire.
She lured me in with her seduction and passion.
I was trying my best at this stage.
I was doing my utmost to resist her temptation.
To set myself on fire.
I was trying to ignite my passion and desires.
Then she said hello.
She initiated conversation to further her seduction.
I just get caught out.
I am easily seduced and fall for her advances every time.
All I get is all day long.
She constantly occupies my thoughts and desires throughout the day.
On me, and I stand much higher.
She gives me a sense of superiority and makes me feel important.
You can always get what you want.
She believes that by being passionate enough, one can achieve their goals.
If you're burning enough by fire.
One must be fully committed and passionate to achieve their desires.
Then she said hello.
She initiated conversation to further her seduction.
I just get caught out
I am easily seduced and fall for her advances every time.
Out again tonight, I'm tired.
I am exhausted from falling for her seduction repeatedly.
We need a room but there is no room.
We desire to be alone together, but there are no private spaces available.
Then she said good-bye.
She ended our encounter.
I just get caught out.
I am easily seduced and fall for her advances every time.
Out again tonight, through these moonlit streets.
I am wandering the streets again tonight, under the moonlight.
We need a room
We desire to be alone together.
But there is no room.
Private spaces are unavailable.
Then she came again.
She initiated another encounter to further her seduction.
I just get caught out.
I am easily seduced and fall for her advances every time.
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GRANT MCLENNAN, ROBERT DERWENT GARTH FORSTER
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