Originated from a surf rock group called the Crossfires, the Turtles delved into many genres such as breezy pop, psychedelic music, and folk rock. A precursor to the bubblegum pop of the late 60s and early 70s as well as a foil to the more self-consciously hip and "serious" acts of the era, the Turtles produced at least a dozen memorable, radio-friendly chart singles. Yet they remain best known for 1967's "Happy Together", which was their only chart-topping single.
The Turtles wound down their career in 1970.
The two prominent singers - Howard Kaylan ("Eddie") and Mark Volman ("Flo" a.k.a. "Phlorescent Leech") - collaborated with Frank Zappa for a short but very intensive period of one and a half years (between 1970-72) and were the cornerstone of what was known to be the Zappa "Vaudeville" band; two of the most famous achievements of that period being the albums Fillmore East – June 1971 and 200 Motels, the soundtrack of the film by the same name.
She'll Come Back
The Turtles Lyrics
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All I have lived for have faded from sight
And though I say that I can live without her
I find myself crying at night
She'll come back, oh yeah, she'll come back
She'll come back, oh yeah, she'll come back
Don't you worry my friend, she'll come back in the end
Though I try to conceal all my heart breaks
Still one can tell what I'm feeling inside
And all my friends tried to comfort and help me
Regain what is left of my pride
She'll come back, oh yeah, she'll come back
She'll come back, oh yeah, she'll come back
Don't you worry my friend she'll come back in the end
In The Turtles' song "She'll Come Back," the singer is expressing his sadness after his loved one left him. He feels like everything he has worked for, everything that made sense in his life has faded away. Even though he is trying to convince himself that he can live without her, he finds himself crying at night. He still has hope that she will come back to him, and he asks his friend not to worry, he believes she will come back in the end. Even though he tries to hide his heartbreak, his true feelings are visible to everyone. His friends try to comfort and help him regain his pride, but the singer is still waiting for her to return.
This song expresses the universal feeling of heartbreak and the hope that things will eventually work out. It is a relatable and emotional song that can touch the hearts of anyone who has gone through a similar experience. The simple yet powerful lyrics are supported by soft and soothing music, making it a perfect song for sad and lonely nights.
Line by Line Meaning
When she left me I felt my world crumble
The singer's entire world fell apart when his partner left him.
All I have lived for have faded from sight
The singer has lost sight of what he has been living for since his partner left him.
And though I say that I can live without her
Although the singer claims he can survive without his partner, it is clear that he is struggling to do so.
I find myself crying at night
The artist cannot hold back his emotions and often weeps at night.
She'll come back, oh yeah, she'll come back
The artist believes that his partner will eventually return to him.
Don't you worry my friend, she'll come back in the end
The singer assures his friends that his partner will eventually return to him.
Though I try to conceal all my heart breaks
The singer attempts to hide the pain that his partner's departure has caused him.
Still one can tell what I'm feeling inside
Regardless of his efforts to conceal his emotions, it is evident to others that the artist is hurting.
And all my friends tried to comfort and help me
The artist's friends have attempted to offer support and aid in his recovery.
Regain what is left of my pride
The artist is trying to regain his sense of self-worth and confidence after his partner left him.
Contributed by Connor S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
RockinProfessor
Totally mesmerizing; I feel high just listening to it.....
Dale Hood
Mark Colman, April 19, 1947. Happy Birthday Mark. Thank you so much for everything.
Dale Hood
Haven't heard this for quite awhile.
Robert Thompson
This song was in a movie. The question is what was the name of
the movie?
Arvid Smith
@Horrorwitz Screenplay by Larry Hovis of 'Hogans Heroes' fame
Horrorwitz
"Out of Sight", 1966.
Lawrence Feldman
great one which lp?
madelefant05
this is bizarre.