1) A Dutch rock band from Amsterdam called The Scene, formed around singer Thé Lau.
The band was formed in 1979 and had its glory days in the Nineties. The band had a great variety of members throughout the years, but the sound remained basically the same. Thé Lau's characteristic raw and hoarse voice and his hypnotising compositions are the focal point of the band.
At the beginning of 1980, the band is called 'best Dutch band without an album' by magazine OOR.
In May of the same year, the first album is released. All the songs are sung in English save for two tracks with lyrics in Dutch. The album is received well by the magazines, yet was commercially less successful.
It took seven years to make a follow-up (Rij Rij Rij), due to various occasions. The members in 1987 are, next to Thé Lau, Emilie Blom van Assendelft (bass) and Wim Zeeman (drums).
In 1989, the band welcomes two new members: Otto Cooymans (piano) and Eus van Someren (guitar). The single Rauw, Hees, Teder is released. Wim Zeeman is replaced by Jeroen Booy in January of 1990. The band also signs a record deal with Phonogram.
The results are the singles Rigoreus and Iedereen is van de Wereld and the album Blauw with all-Dutch lyrics. Everybody is very enthusiastic about this album, especially the people in Belgium.
One year later, the band is invited for the international Torhout/Werchter-festival. 'Rij Rij Rij' is released again.
The 1992 album Open receives an Edison, a Dutch music award, followed by the 'Popprijs' in 1993.
In October 1993 the next album is released: Avenue de la Scene. This album is a bit darker than the previous ones, and is a bit of a setback. The three singles get some airplay, but aren't big hits.
In April 1996, the album Arena is released on the Island label. This album is produced by Emile den Tex and tells the story about the battle against the nonchalance of existence. It's one of the best albums recorded bij The Scene.
Otto Cooymans leaves the band in 1997, due to 'artistic disagreements' as he calls it. He is replaced by Dante Oei, only 20 years old at that time.
Marlene is the first album with Dante Oei and is produced bij Thé Lau himself and is released in 1998.
It takes until 2000 before The Scene releases another album. The compilation album Rauw, Hees, Teder: Het Beste Van contains the hit single Helden, part of a Dutch commercial. That year, the band also receives a platinum record (100.000 albums sold) for 'Blauw'.
In 2002, the band can't get to an agreement for a new album, so Thé decides to make a second solo album. This appears to be the end of this band and in November, Thé tells the press that The Scene has disbanded.
In 2007 the band get together again for a series of concerts (mainly festivals). They release another album, simply called 2007, which contains new versions of old songs and two brand new songs.
The reunion becomes more solid when the album Liefde Op Doorreis gets released at the end of 2009.
Official website: www.thescene.nu
2) There was a UK band by the same name, a mod revival band from Bradford, Yorkshire, England.
The band formed in 1978 with Ian Harding (guitar & vocals), Phill Harding (guitar & keyboards), Dave Green (guitar), Ian James (bass) and George Mazur (drums). They performed all over northern England until they disbanded in 1981. They played a mixture of soul, R&B, 1960s rock & roll and punk rock. They started out performing cover songs, but soon began mainly playing original material. The band released one record — a vinyl 7-inch single with "Hey Girl" on one side and "Reach The Top" on the other — on their own 'Hole in the Wall' record label. Both tracks are now available for free download from the band's website. George Mazur went on to play with The Godfathers. Phill Harding became a composer and sonic artist. Ian Harding went on to play in various bands including Buddy Valentine and the Lonely Hearts, The Muskrats, The Gathering, The Men From The Mountains, TNT, The Doctors of Love, and Johnny 7.
3) The Scene are also a Canadian rock band formed in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada in 2004, by Matthew Crowley (vocals, guitar), Mark Chamberlain (bass guitar), and Jeff Gutteridge (drums). All members share a common interest and inspiration from Britpop bands from the early 90's, and as such, their sound is a combination of powerful guitar rock and beautiful melodies. The Scene have played many festivals in the United States and Canada, including 2 appearances at the North by Northeast festival in Toronto, Ontario, and at the historic CBGB's in September of 2004 with New York based group Hanslick Rebellion. They have released one EP - "The Orange EP" in December of 2005. In 2007 The Scene is one of 10 bands in UBL.com's final of the Ultimate Band of Bands competition.
4) There is also a fourth band from Germany using this name.
5) Selena Gomez's band name is The Scene. If you're listening to them, please scrobble under Selena Gomez & The Scene
borderline
The Scene Lyrics
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I don’t want to be your prisoner so baby won’t you set me free
stop playing with my heart, finish what you start
when you make my love come down
if you want me let me know, baby let it show
but honey don’t you fool around
Just try to understand
and you take the best of me
borderline, seems like I’m going to lose my mind
you just keep on pushing my love over the borderline
borderline, seems like I’m going to lose my mind
you just keep on pushing my love over the borderline
Something in your eyes is making such a fool out of me
when you hold me in your arms you love me till I just can’t see
but then you let me down, when I look around
honey you just can’t be found
stop driving me away if you want to stay
there’s something you just got to say
Just try to understand
I’ve given all I can
and you take the best of me
borderline, seems like I’m going to lose my mind
you just keep on pushing my love over the borderline
borderline, seems like I’m going to lose my mind
you just keep on pushing my love over the borderline
The lyrics to The Scene's hit song Borderline delve into the complex and often frustrating dynamics of a relationship. The singer is clearly struggling with their partner's unpredictable affection, unsure of where they stand and feeling like they are being pushed to the brink of their emotional limits. The first verse expresses the singer's desire for freedom, but also their need for clarity from their partner. They don't want to be kept in limbo, unsure of their partner's feelings, and they express their frustration at being toyed with.
The chorus highlights the central struggle of the song, with the singer feeling like they're constantly on the edge of losing their mind due to the unpredictable nature of their relationship. They feel like their love is being constantly tested and pushed over the edge, and they can't help but feel like they're at the mercy of their partner's whims.
The second verse continues the theme of uncertainty, with the singer feeling like they're being led on by their partner's affection one moment, only to be let down the next. They can't make sense of their partner's behavior, and they feel like they're being driven away without any clear reason. Ultimately, the song paints a picture of a relationship that is on the brink, with the singer feeling like they're barely holding on to their sanity as they try to make sense of the push-pull dynamics of their love affair.
Line by Line Meaning
Something in the way you love me just won’t let me be
I feel trapped in your love and need space
I don’t want to be your prisoner so baby won’t you set me free
I need you to let me go and move on with my life
stop playing with my heart, finish what you start
Don't lead me on, commit or let me go
when you make my love come down
You have a powerful effect on my emotions
if you want me let me know, baby let it show
If you truly want me, prove it to me
but honey don’t you fool around
Don't play games with my heart
Just try to understand
Please hear me out and empathize with my feelings
I’ve given all I can
I've put my heart and soul into this relationship
and you take the best of me
You only seem to want me when it benefits you
borderline, seems like I’m going to lose my mind
I feel like I'm on the edge of sanity because of your actions
you just keep on pushing my love over the borderline
Your behavior is causing me to lose faith in our relationship
Something in your eyes is making such a fool out of me
Your gaze makes me feel vulnerable and foolish
when you hold me in your arms you love me till I just can’t see
Your affection blinds me to any faults in our relationship
but then you let me down, when I look around
You disappoint me and leave me feeling alone
honey you just can’t be found
You disappear when I need you the most
stop driving me away if you want to stay
If you want us to work, stop pushing me away
there’s something you just got to say
You need to communicate your true feelings and intentions
Contributed by Alexis J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.