The band formed in 1986 as an underground punk rock act. Their popularity grew during the following decade with the 1992 album It's A Shame About Ray, which was produced, engineered, and mixed by The Robb Brothers (Bruce Robb, Dee, and Joe), followed by a cover of Simon and Garfunkel's "Mrs. Robinson", which eventually became one of the band's most successful singles.
Throughout its various incarnations, recording and touring lineups of the band have included co-founders Ben Deily and Jesse Peretz, John Strohm (Blake Babies), Doug Trachten, Corey Loog Brennan, Byron Hoag, Ben Daughtry, Juliana Hatfield (Blake Babies), Nic Dalton (Godstar, Sneeze, The Plunderers), Dave Ryan, Patrick "Murph" Murphy (Dinosaur Jr), Bill Gibson (Eastern Dark), Mark 'Budola' Newman, Kenny Lyon, Vess Ruhtenberg, Devon Ashley, Karl Alvarez and Bill Stevenson (Descendents), P. David Hazel and various others.
Cited as one of the most important alternative rock groups, The Lemonheads were active until 1997 and went on hiatus, but reformed with a new lineup in 2005 and released The Lemonheads in the following year. The band released its latest album, Varshons, in June 2009.
EVER
The Lemonheads Lyrics
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And past the window all the trees flew by behind her
She tuned the radio 'til music was around us
A rushing calm around my heart I knew had found us
It feels so good to me
I have to make you see
Why does this ever have to end?
Don't misunderstand what I intend
When I say this doesn't have to end
We washed the dishes knowing everything was all right
And there together in the curtain drifting twilight
I know your laughter shouldn't make me feel so scared
How could I doubt you, I know how much you cared
I hear it when you sigh
But I still don't know why
Why does this ever have to end?
Why can't I give you my heart and hand?
I think you're too scared to understand
This doesn't ever have to end...go!
I see you standing by a window in the hall
Our eyes collide without a single word at all
The record asks, "will you still need me when I'm sixty four?"
I can't imagine that I wouldn't need you more
Too many tears to cry
I just won't let it die
This doesn't ever have to end
Life is so long and my heart won't mend
You are my lover, you're my best friend
But this doesn't ever have to end
End on
The Lemonheads' song "Ever" is a romantic ballad about a couple on a road trip, enjoying the summer and each other's company. The first verse describes the beginning of their journey, as they drive down a highway surrounded by trees, with music on the radio creating a feeling of calmness and joy. The second verse takes place during a quiet moment together in the evening, where they wash the dishes and enjoy each other's laughter. The song is about the fear of losing the love between these two people and a plea for it to continue, despite society's reluctance to commit.
The chorus of "Ever" is a passionate plea for the relationship to continue. The singer is trying to convince their partner that it doesn't have to end, and that they are committing to a loving relationship. They acknowledge that commitment is not the trendy thing to do, but they want their love to last. The second verse is about the singer's doubts about their partner's feelings. They feel scared even when they hear their partner's laughter, unsure if the love will continue.
The third verse continues the theme of doubt and uncertainty that permeates the song. It visualizes a moment when the two lock eyes, with the record playing "will you still need me when I'm sixty-four?" The singer can’t imagine not needing their partner, but their tears reveal their hesitation. The final chorus is a triumphant affirmation that this love story doesn't ever have to end.
Line by Line Meaning
We hit the highway in the shimmer glare of summer
We started our journey on a bright, sunny day in summer
And past the window all the trees flew by behind her
As we drove, the trees outside the window flew by, behind her
She tuned the radio 'til music was around us
She searched for a good station and adjusted the radio until music surrounded us
A rushing calm around my heart I knew had found us
Listening to music together brought a soothing and exciting feeling to my heart
It feels so good to me
I feel incredibly happy right now
I have to make you see
I need you to understand how I'm feeling
Why does this ever have to end?
I don't want our time together to end
I know commitment is not the trend
I understand that people nowadays don't want to commit to relationships
Don't misunderstand what I intend
Don't misinterpret what I'm saying
When I say this doesn't have to end
I mean that our time together can continue without it having to end
We washed the dishes knowing everything was all right
We did something mundane like washing dishes together and felt content in each other's company
And there together in the curtain drifting twilight
We were together as the sun set and the curtains drifted in the breeze
I know your laughter shouldn't make me feel so scared
I shouldn't be afraid of your laughter but I am
How could I doubt you, I know how much you cared
It's silly of me to doubt your feelings for me because I know you care about me deeply
I hear it when you sigh
I can tell when you're sighing
But I still don't know why
But I'm still unsure why you're doing it
Why can't I give you my heart and hand?
Why can't I fully commit and give you my heart and hand in marriage?
I think you're too scared to understand
I think you're afraid of commitment and don't fully comprehend my feelings
This doesn't ever have to end...go!
I don't want our relationship to end and I want us to continue on this path together
I see you standing by a window in the hall
I see you standing by a window in the hallway
Our eyes collide without a single word at all
Without speaking, our eyes meet and communicate
The record asks, "will you still need me when I'm sixty four?"
The song on the record asks the question, 'will you still need me when I'm old?'
I can't imagine that I wouldn't need you more
I can't picture a future without needing you even more
Too many tears to cry
I've already shed so many tears
I just won't let it die
I refuse to let our relationship end
This doesn't ever have to end
We can continue our relationship without it ever having to come to an end
Life is so long and my heart won't mend
Life is full of a long journey and I know I will never fully recover from a broken heart
You are my lover, you're my best friend
You are the love of my life and also my closest friend
But this doesn't ever have to end
We can continue our relationship without it ever having to come to an end
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@danmoll7069
I really love early Lemonheads. Hate Your Friends is one of my all time favorite albums. And this song is one of my all time favorite songs period. Such a great emotional song. I loved it the first time I heard it in 1990 and still love it today.
@oregonsurfer
Such a great song, it made such an impression on me at 14 and it is seared into the memory and nostalgia for so much from that time. On my bike, listening to the HYF cassette on a walkman riding through Boston.
@TheSnelli
played this at my wedding--thanks Lemonheads!
@matiasdeppe9278
Que tremenda banda y que enorme canción.
@MattMaskill
one of the best early Lemonheads songs! Why does this ever have to end!...
@Pawsz
1 of my absolute favourite songs
@lismoeff
Great track, even after all the years...Sex Beat , Go!!
@sergeykirin5158
Этот альбом порвал меня в клочья.
@CitznFish
That's funny, I'm playing it at my wedding next weekend...
@oregonsurfer
Hope it still hasn’t ended!