Citing a difference in musical direction among members, Throwback announced in March of 2006 that the band would be separating indefintely.
(Adapted from the band's Myspace bio)
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Another band called Throwback, From Oulu, Finland.
"Hardcore, Crust, Grind and Death from Uleaborgland"
Miikka:bass
Ana:guitar
Pasi:guitar
Tommy:drums
Jallu:shout
Ode:growls
Border Crossing
Throwback Lyrics
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Monday afternoon
I've seen it all
Just never thought so soon
October skies waiting to explode
I close my eyes to watch the days we'll never know
Cause I've never seen New York City without you by my side
Maybe you could follow too, then things would be alright
It's one last call to Montreal and I'll drive.
(And I'll go, and you'll know that my minds made up when I)
Drive.
And by the way,
I never got the chance
To say "thanks for the stay
But I think you owe me one more dance."
I won't hold you to it
I won't even say a word
Cause I'm positively certain that I'm pretty much unsure.
Cause I've never seen New York City without you by my side
It's one last call to Montreal and I'll drive
Maybe you could follow too, then things would be alright
It's one last call to Montreal and I'll drive.
(And I'll go, and you'll know that my minds made up when I)
Drive.
The lyrics to "Border Crossing" by Throwback speak to the emotions felt by those who have experienced heartbreak and are struggling to come to terms with moving on. The song describes a scene on a Monday afternoon when the singer is grappling with the realization that their relationship has ended and they must begin the healing process. The "October skies waiting to explode" are symbolic of the singer's internal emotional turmoil that they are trying to keep hidden.
The chorus reveals that the singer has never seen New York City alone; the city that was once an adventure now appears daunting without their partner to experience it with. The singer then speaks of driving to Montreal, hoping that their former partner will follow, and that things will be okay. The line "And by the way, I never got the chance To say 'thanks for the stay But I think you owe me one more dance'" is a bittersweet goodbye to the relationship, with the singer acknowledging the good times shared but also the knowledge that they won't be getting another chance.
Throughout the song, we see the singer struggling to come to terms with their newfound emotional state, torn between nostalgia and a desire to move on. The chorus is a cry for hope that, though things have ended, they will one day find happiness again.
Line by Line Meaning
Wake-up call
A realization that prompts significant action or decision-making.
Monday afternoon
A specific moment or time frame.
I've seen it all
An expression of having experienced a lot.
Just never thought so soon
Surprise at the timing of a significant event.
October skies waiting to explode
A sense of anticipation and tension.
I close my eyes to watch the days we'll never know
A desire to relive or imagine experiences that will not happen.
Cause I've never seen New York City without you by my side
The singer has a strong association with the city that is tied to their relationship with someone.
It's one last call to Montreal and I'll drive
The artist plans to leave and is making final preparations.
Maybe you could follow too, then things would be alright
The artist is hopeful that their companion will come with them.
And by the way,
A shift to a new topic.
I never got the chance
A missed opportunity or regret.
To say "thanks for the stay
An expression of gratitude.
But I think you owe me one more dance."
A request for one last positive experience together.
I won't hold you to it
A willingness to release expectations or pressure.
I won't even say a word
A desire to avoid conflict or awkwardness.
Cause I'm positively certain that I'm pretty much unsure.
A sense of confidence in one's uncertainty or lack of clarity.
Drive.
A declaration of the artist's determination to embark on a new journey.
Writer(s): throwback
Contributed by Lucy P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.