Members were Dave Yetton (bass), Gary Sullivan (Drums), David Mulcahy & Jim Laing added guitars “with roughly six strings”.
Since the demise of JPSE the members have been involved in a number of other NZ bands; Superette, The Stereo Bus, Pine & Lanky
See: http://www.muzic.net.nz/artists/705.html
All The Way Down
The Jean-Paul Sartre Experience Lyrics
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And you've never once looked back at your home across the track
You're the gossip of the town but my heart can still be found
Where you tossed it on the ground pick me up on your way down
Pick me up on your way down when you're blue and all alone
When their glamour starts to bore you come on back where you belong
You may be their pride and joy but they'll find another toy
Then they'll take away your crown pick me up on your way down
They have changed your attitude made you haughty and so rude
Your new friends can take the blame underneath you're still the same
When you learned these things're true I'll be waitin' here for you
As you tumble to the ground pick me up on your way down
Pick me up on your way down...
The lyrics to The Jean-Paul Sartre Experience's song "All The Way Down" tell a story of a relationship that has gone sour. The singer addresses a former lover who has moved on and is now pretending to be someone they're not. The singer acknowledges that this person has become the talk of the town, but deep down, their heart still belongs to the singer.
The singer seems to lament the changes they have observed in their ex-lover. They have become pretentious and distant, leaving behind their humble beginnings "across the track." Despite the transformation, the singer still feels a connection and hopes for a reconciliation. They request to be picked up on the way down, indicating that they will be there to support and love the ex-lover when they face hardship or disappointment.
The lyrics suggest a sense of longing, mixed with a touch of bitterness. While the ex-lover may experience success and admiration from others, the singer believes that their flings and status will eventually fade. In contrast, the singer remains loyal and waits, confident that their ex-lover will eventually realize the truth and return to them.
Overall, "All The Way Down" reflects on the complexities and ups and downs of relationships, highlighting themes of love, loyalty, and the change in one's character when influenced by external factors.
Line by Line Meaning
You were mine for just a while now you're puttin' on the style
I used to have a hold on you, but now you're acting all fancy and pretentious.
And you've never once looked back at your home across the track
You've completely forgotten your humble origins and never even glance back at where you came from.
You're the gossip of the town but my heart can still be found
Everyone is talking about you, but my feelings for you still remain unchanged.
Where you tossed it on the ground pick me up on your way down
You discarded my heart without a care, but now that you're facing some hardships, I want you to come back to me.
Pick me up on your way down when you're blue and all alone
When you feel sad and abandoned, remember me and come back to my loving arms.
When their glamour starts to bore you come on back where you belong
When you realize that the superficial allure of your new lifestyle is empty and dull, return to where you truly belong.
You may be their pride and joy but they'll find another toy
You may currently be the center of attention and adoration, but eventually, they will replace you with someone else.
Then they'll take away your crown pick me up on your way down
When they strip you of your status and glory, remember me and reach out to me for support.
They have changed your attitude made you haughty and so rude
They have influenced and shaped your behavior, making you arrogant and disrespectful.
Your new friends can take the blame underneath you're still the same
Even though your new companions may be responsible for your changed personality, deep down, you are still the person you used to be.
When you learned these things're true I'll be waitin' here for you
Once you realize the truth about your current situation, I'll be patiently waiting for you to come back to me.
As you tumble to the ground pick me up on your way down
When you experience a downfall and hit rock bottom, remember me and reach out to me for support.
Pick me up on your way down...
Choose to return to me when you face adversity and need someone to lean on.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, LEGACY OF HARLAN PERRY HOWARD, LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harlan Howard
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Bob Jones
Very enjoyable. I would have booked you at my jazz sundays at a bar in south M'c before the plague if I'd have heard of you before . Best wishes.
Los Huxley’s
I give you space, you give me time... I give you love like Einstein.
Los Huxley’s
Awesome
Blackscorpion1963
Aww too meke JPSE. Crew refused to associate itself with 'Flying Nun' and that's one of the best things I loved about them. No disrespect to Flying Nun whatsover as it proved to be the most successful record label of its era here in Aotearoa New Zealand.