During between the second/third seasons the cast of the Tribe released a soundtrack album entitled 'Abe Messiah' featuring tracks from the show as well as entirely new compositions.
'You Belong To Me' was released as a single in Germany.
During the fourth/fifth season the album was re-released as 'Abe Messiah: Remixed' featuring all of the previous tracks plus slightly re-worked versions of 'Abe Messiah' & 'You Belong To Me' alongside the new theme ' Tribe Spirit' and some of the instrumental music from the TV series.
Outside
The Tribe Lyrics
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Through the windshield, on the footbridge
They cling to each other at the close of day
They've not a care for the crush of traffic
Their captive audience, they say
Look we've each other
What more could we ask for
We're right where we want to be
And my heart skips and I twist a little
And the light's green and I drive away
I think who knows
What it is what it might be
I know anything goes
I've been there don't remind me
All kinds of twisted thoughts
Swirling through her head
She's already wondering about the baby
And look at him, watch his eyes
Who knows could be
He's already gone for the weekend in his mind
So here I am All on my own
Looking around Sun is shining
In all directions And now I feel
The wave inside And now I feel
The wave inside I'll hide my smile
In the song "Outside" by The Tribe, the singer is expressing their observations of a couple embracing each other on a footbridge at the end of the day, seemingly oblivious to the heavy traffic around them. The couple appears content in each other's company, with their surroundings becoming less significant than their shared time together. The singer admires their connection, feeling a slight pang in their own heart as they depart. The singer muses on the unknown possibilities of the people's relationship, knowing that anything is possible in matters of the heart. Meanwhile, the woman in the couple is thinking about potentially having a baby, while the man seems mentally checked out, preparing for a weekend getaway. The song ends with the singer feeling the rising tide of emotion from within but choosing to hide their smile.
In this song, The Tribe explores the theme of love and human connection in a bustling city. The heavy traffic and busy surroundings serve as a background to the couple's embrace, highlighting the power of their bond. The song also touches on the uncertainties that come with relationships, such as the possibility of children and partners drifting apart. The hidden emotions of the singer add an element of mystery to the song, questioning whether they are rejoicing or lamenting the sight they have witnessed.
Line by Line Meaning
Through the windshield, on the footbridge
From my car, I see a couple on a bridge holding onto each other at the end of the day.
They cling to each other at the close of day
The couple tightly holds onto one another as the day comes to an end.
They've not a care for the crush of traffic
They are blissfully unaware of the busy traffic around them.
Their captive audience, they say
The couple sees the city and its people as their captive audience.
Look we've each other
The couple acknowledges that they only need each other to be happy.
What more could we ask for
They are content with where they are in life.
We're right where we want to be
They feel that they are in the perfect place at the perfect time, together.
And my heart skips and I twist a little
The sight of the couple brings up feelings of longing or nostalgia for the artist.
And the light's green and I drive away
The artist is forced to move on and leave the couple behind.
I think who knows
The artist wonders about what could be or what the couple's relationship is like.
What it is what it might be
The singer is pondering the unknown possibilities of love and relationships.
I know anything goes
The artist acknowledges that anything can happen in love and relationships.
I've been there don't remind me
The singer has personal experience with love and relationships, but doesn't want to dwell on it.
All kinds of twisted thoughts
The singer's thoughts about relationships often become muddled and unclear.
Swirling through her head
The woman in the couple is also experiencing complicated thoughts and emotions.
She's already wondering about the baby
The woman may be worrying about having a child and the responsibilities that come along with it.
And look at him, watch his eyes
The artist notices the man's gaze, perhaps wondering what he is thinking or feeling.
Who knows could be
The singer is aware that there are many possibilities for the couple's future together.
He's already gone for the weekend in his mind
The man may be mentally checked out, already looking forward to the weekend ahead.
So here I am All on my own
The artist is left alone with their thoughts.
Looking around Sun is shining
Despite their thoughts being twisted and complicated, the artist tries to find joy in the sunny day around them.
In all directions And now I feel
The artist takes in the beauty of the day and feels grateful for the moment.
The wave inside And now I feel
The singer feels an emotional rush, possibly from the beauty of the moment or reflecting on their past experiences.
The wave inside I'll hide my smile
The emotional reaction is powerful enough for the artist to hide their smile from others.
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@johna4146
This is, hands down, the best, most unknown, greatest song ever, in the history of music.
@stevedaley7756
I completely agree. I heard them on the radio in Boston (and saw them a few times). I actually did not like this song at first but now it gives me chills listening to it. "He's already gone for the weekend in his mind"...
My favorite Tribe song ever. On my personal Top 10 of all song ever.
@ZkaLy6
You said it all, stranger from past long years on the internet.
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@R.I.P-Geno-Cultshit
Not completely unknown thanks to Rock Band.
For me personally, that title belongs to Dance Of The Manatee by Fair To Midland.Super underappreciated band....
@jeremyarcher6437
Truth
@pinetreeshilling
agreed!!! this song is powerful! I used to be a TRIBE groupie :) miss them
@DavidScott-oq9yp
I never tire of this song. Imagine a recent college grad from Oklahoma, on his own, starting his first job in Boston, grabbing lunch in Kendall Square in Cambridge, and hearing a live band a few blocks away. Was a beautiful spring day, warm, blue sky with a few puffy white clouds. Was introduced to Tribe that day. Heard a few great songs late in the set before they broke before the encore. I was right up front and stage right. Suddenly the curtains in front of me opened a little, and I was face to face with Janet. She smiled right at me, checked the crowd, and disappeared all in about two seconds. Then they came out and finished with Outside. I fell in love with Janet, Tribe, Boston, and my freedom all in that one lunch break. And I instantly feel the same way to this day every time I treat myself to this song.
@pinetreeshilling
I was in love too! recall they walked right by me....almost worshiped them
@yngmalm
Hail egg
@R.I.P-Geno-Cultshit
God, the Rock Band nostalgia is real!
I loved playing guitar to this one.