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That's All
The Phil Collins Big Band Lyrics
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I find out I'm wrong, when I thought I was right
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
I could say day, you'd say night
Tell it's black when I know that it's white
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
I could leave but I won't go
I can't feel a thing from my head down to my toes
So why does it always seem to be
Me looking at you, you looking at me
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
Turning me on, turning me off
Making me feel like I want too much
Living with you's just putting me through it all of the time
Running around, staying out all night
Taking it all instead of taking one bite
Living with you's just putting me through it all of the time
I could leave but I won't go
It'd be easier I know
I can't feel a thing from my head down to my toes
But why does it always seem to be
Me looking at you, you looking at me
S'always the same, just a shame, that's all
Truth is I love you
More than I wanted to
There's no point in trying to pretend
There's been no-one who
Makes me feel like you do
Say we'll be together til the end
I could leave but I won't go
It'd be easier I know
I can't feel a thing from my head down to my toes
But why does it always seem to be
Me looking at you, you looking at me
S'always the same, just a shame, that's all
Just as I thought it was going alright
I find out I'm wrong when I thought I was right
S'always the same, just a shame, that's all
I could say day, you'd say night
Tell me it's black when I know that it's white
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
That's all
The Phil Collins Big Band's song "That's All" is a heart-wrenching depiction of a tumultuous and draining romantic relationship. The song starts with the singer's realization that their relationship isn't going as well as they thought it was. Everything seems to be going wrong, and they can't seem to get anything right. It's a familiar feeling for anyone who has been in a toxic relationship, and the lyrics do an excellent job of capturing the frustration and sadness that come with it.
The chorus is particularly poignant, with the singer acknowledging that they could leave the relationship, but they won't. Even though it would be easier, they can't seem to muster up the courage to do so. They've become so emotionally dependent on their partner that they can't imagine life without them, despite knowing that they're being put through emotional turmoil every day. The final verse is a confession of love, but it's bittersweet. The singer knows they love their partner, but they also know that their feelings aren't reciprocated.
In conclusion, "That's All" is a sad, relatable song that perfectly captures the pain of being in an unhealthy relationship. It's a testament to Phil Collins' songwriting ability that he can take such a heavy topic and turn it into a beautiful, moving piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Just as I thought it was going alright
I had a perception that everything was fine
I find out I'm wrong, when I thought I was right
But I was mistaken, and things are actually not okay
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
It's frustrating that this keeps happening
I could say day, you'd say night
We can never seem to agree on anything
Tell it's black when I know that it's white
And we often have different perspectives on the same situation
I could leave but I won't go
I could walk away from this relationship, but I choose not to
Though my heart might tell me so
Even though my emotions may be telling me otherwise
I can't feel a thing from my head down to my toes
I feel numb and emotionless
So why does it always seem to be
I'm confused as to why this pattern keeps repeating
Me looking at you, you looking at me
We're always staring at each other, but not connecting
Turning me on, turning me off
Our relationship is a rollercoaster of emotions
Making me feel like I want too much
And it's making me feel inadequate and like I'm asking for too much
Living with you's just putting me through it all of the time
Being in this relationship is exhausting and causing a lot of stress
Running around, staying out all night
You're always out and about, not considering how I feel about it
Taking it all instead of taking one bite
You're taking everything in life, not just what you need
Truth is I love you
Despite all of this, I do love you
More than I wanted to
Perhaps even more than I'd like to
There's no point in trying to pretend
I can't deny my true feelings
There's been no-one who
I've never met anyone else who
Makes me feel like you do
Can make me feel the way you do
Say we'll be together til the end
Let's commit to staying together for the long haul
S'always the same, just a shame, that's all
Despite the ups and downs, it's unfortunate that things keep happening this way
That's all
In the end, that's all there is to say
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: TONY BANKS, PHIL COLLINS, MICHAEL RUTHERFORD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Andy Hay.
There will always be a massive place in my heart for Phill Collins's music, drumming. the memories are golden,his contribution to music as a drummer, singer, producer,all-round top man outstrips anything unparalleled that has been before him in UK and since. Go on my son x
Maria angelica Pizarro
In fact . This best Music for you and me
Maria angelica Pizarro
My cup of tea
Richard Khan
He took over from the Beatles with Genesis and onwards !!!!
K Brewski
Great video, I have this on dvd or blu ray somewhere. Los Endos is my favorite Genesis track to hear live (with the exception of the complete Suppers Ready which I saw live in 1982). Its a scorching sizzling example of Genesis doing jazz fusion at its best. I saw Genesis live 10 times and EVERY concert I went to they ended the main set list with Los Endos. IT WAS ALWAYS KILLER LIVE, with Phil dual drumming with Chester Thompson. A perfect way to end the concert (before the encores). That includes the 2007 Genesis Reunion Tour, 31 years after Los Endos was first performed.
I wish I could have seen this Big Band Tour live, but its great to have this documented on video for posterity. What a band! I had forgotten about David Sanborn, very cool. (He grew up in my hometown, StL area).
If anyone had ever doubted Phil's drumming or jazz chops, (ie you only know he sings Sussudio and the Tarzan Disney song), you might want to listen to his work as Genesis' drummer from 1971>1992, the 2007 Reunion Tour, plus his work with the Progressive jazz fusion group Brand X in the late 70s/early 80s. Great instrumental jazz fusion drumming. Plus his drum duets with Chester Thompson on his solo tours.
Its Bruford, Collins, Carl Palmer and Neil Peart as far as best drummers in the last 50+ years.
Only nit with this video is no Chester for some reason, and a bit too much of his percussionist at the beginning. Otherwise fantastic.
Louie del Carmen
What groove on this. Phil ‘the human metronome’ Collins, Luis Conte on percussions, Nathan East on bass, David Sanborn on Sax and even Phil’s regular sideman Daryl Steurmer on guitar. And that horn section. Conducted by the living legend QJ!
Dave
I can’t get enough of this, Phil Collins, Brad Cole, Daryl Stuermer, Nathan East, Harry Kim and the Vine Street Horns... Love it!!
TheGenreman
Don't forget the legend that is David Sanborn
SelenaT
Don't forget the legend Quincy Jones
Bryan Pabustan
Brad Cole is the keyboardist, right?