The group has released three original studio albums: First and Last and Always (1985), Floodland (1987), and Vision Thing (1990). Each album was recorded by a different line-up; singer-songwriter Andrew Eldritch and the drum machine called Doktor Avalanche are the only points of continuity throughout. Eldritch and Avalanche were also involved in The Sisterhood, a side-project connected with Eldritch's dispute with former members.
The Sisters of Mercy ceased recording activity in the early 1990s, when they went on strike against East West Records, whom they accused of incompetence and withholding royalties, and had pressured the group to release at least two more studio albums; instead, the label released the album Go Figure under the moniker SSV in 1997. Although the Sisters of Mercy were eventually released from their contract with East West, they have never been signed to another label nor released any new material, despite showcasing numerous new songs in their live sets.
Former members of the group established the bands Ghost Dance and The Mission.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sisters_of_Mercy
Discography
First and Last and Always (1985)
Floodland (1987)
Vision Thing (1990)
Some Girls Wander by Mistake (compilation, 1992)
A Slight Case of Overbombing (compilation, 1993)
No Time to Cry
The Sisters of Mercy Lyrics
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I get sometimes
A feeling
Sometimes
And I get frightened
Just like you
I get frightened too
but it's...
(no no no) No time for heartache
(no no no) No time to run and hide
(no no no) No time for breaking down
(no no no) No time to cry
Sometimes in the world as is you've
Got to shake the hand that feeds you
It's just like Adam says
It's not so hard to understand
It's just like always coming down on
Just like Jesus never came and
What did you expect to find
It's just like always here again it's...
(no no no) No time for heartache
(no no no) No time to run and hide
(no no no) No time for breaking down
(no no no) No time to cry
Everything will be alright
Everything will turn out fine
Some nights I still can't sleep
And the voices pass with time
And I keep
[repeat]
No time for tears
No time to run and hide
No time to be afraid of fear
I keep no time to cry
(no no no) No time for heartache
(no no no) No time to run and hide
(no no no) No time for breaking down
(no no no) No time to cry
The Sisters of Mercy's song "No Time to Cry" is a powerful expression of fear, anxiety, and the need to keep moving forward. The song's opening lines reveal that the singer sometimes experiences intense feelings that frighten them. However, they quickly reassure the listener that they are not alone in this experience, comforting them by acknowledging that they too get frightened sometimes. The fear the singer experiences seems to come from a sense that life is fleeting and unpredictable, and that there is "no time" to waste on heartache, running and hiding, breaking down, or crying.
The song continues with references to the biblical story of Adam and the fall, as well as to Jesus and his absence from the world. The lyrics suggest that life is full of disappointments and that one must learn to accept and deal with them. The refrain is a repetition of the opening lines, emphasizing the need to keep moving forward and not get bogged down by negative emotions. The final lines offer a hopeful message that everything will be alright and that the voices of fear and anxiety will eventually fade away.
Overall, "No Time to Cry" is a powerful and cathartic expression of the human condition. It acknowledges the reality of fear, anxiety, and disappointment, while also offering comfort and hope to the listener. The song's refusal to wallow in negative emotions and its emphasis on the need to keep moving forward make it a powerful anthem for anyone facing difficult circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
It's just a feeling
Sometimes I have a feeling that is hard to describe
I get sometimes
This feeling occurs sporadically
A feeling
It is a gut instinct or intuition
Sometimes
It is not a constant feeling
And I get frightened
This feeling scares me
Just like you
Others share this feeling
I get frightened too
I also feel scared by this feeling
(no no no) No time for heartache
I don't have time to dwell on emotional pain
(no no no) No time to run and hide
I cannot afford to avoid my problems
(no no no) No time for breaking down
I cannot let myself fall apart
(no no no) No time to cry
I don't have time to express my sadness
Sometimes in the world as is you've
In the real world, you sometimes encounter situations where you
Got to shake the hand that feeds you
Have to accept help from those who may not have your best interests at heart
It's just like Adam says
This is reminiscent of when Adam was tempted by Eve to eat the forbidden fruit
It's not so hard to understand
This is a simple concept to grasp
It's just like always coming down on
It is like being constantly criticized or blamed
Just like Jesus never came and
This refers to the idea that Jesus did not come to save us from our problems
What did you expect to find
What were you hoping for?
It's just like always here again it's...
This is a recurring issue
Everything will be alright
Things will work out in the end
Everything will turn out fine
Everything will be ok in the end
Some nights I still can't sleep
Occasionally, I struggle with insomnia
And the voices pass with time
The negative thoughts and doubts fade eventually
And I keep
Despite everything
No time for tears
I can't spend time crying over this
No time to run and hide
I can't distance myself from the situation
No time to be afraid of fear
I can't let my fears control me
I keep no time to cry
I refuse to show my sadness
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDREW ELDRITCH, CRAIG DAVID ADAMS, GARY MARX, WAYNE HUSSEY
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Lyrics
It's just a feeling
I get sometimes
A feeling
Sometimes
And I get frightened
Just like you
I get frightened too
But it's...
No time for heartache
(no no no) No time to run and hide
(no no no) No time for breaking down
(no no no) No time to cry
Sometimes in the world as is you've
Got to shake the hand that feeds you
It's just like Adam says
It's not so hard to understand
It's just like always coming down on
Just like Jesus never came and
What did you expect to find
It's just like always here again it's...
No time for heartache
(no no no) No time to run and hide
(no no no) No time for breaking down
(no no no) No time to cry
Everything will be alright
Everything will turn out fine
Some nights I still can't sleep
And the voices pass with time
And I keep
No time for tears
No time to run and hide
No time to be afraid of fear
I keep no time to cry
No time for tears
No time to run and hide
No time to be afraid of fear
I keep no time to cry
No time for heartache
(no no no) No time to run and hide
(no no no) No time for breaking down
(no no no) No time to cry
David Wertman
This was my dads favorite album. He died in a house fire in 2010, cleaning his stuff in a garage I found his original cassette of this album, which had been in a car he had that caught fire in the early 1990s. The tragic irony. He used to listen to this Band all the time. Specifically this album.
lola Von Vegan
this whole album is a jewel
anya
best Sisters album!
Nephthys Towery
Couldn't agree more 💜💜💜
ofer wexenfeld
iloveit
Trent Moorman
Duh
TheNikmetallica
Sisters of Mercy are one of the best bands of all time for me. Incredible and emotional melodies in combination with pure energy.
t911w
So true
Abby Ward
My cat that I've had for 15 years died today and this song has really helped me get through it
Muzza Azzum
Sorry to hear about your Cat, i still miss my Jessi, and now my Mum has passed away there is a big chunk missing from my life and this song explains my feelings well as was nearly on the street and all sorts of bullcrap, haven't had time to grieve and shit. Excellent Song.