The band released one more studio album, Victory Day, and a Symphonic live album, The Symphony Sessions, before Tom Cochrane left the group to pursue a solo career. Members of Red Rider continued to play on his solo albums but Ken Greer did not.
In 2002, Tom Cochrane reunited with Red Rider, and they recorded two new tracks for Trapeze, a greatest hits compilation that includes material both from Red Rider and Tom Cochrane's solo career. They then recorded a new album, No Stranger, although the album was released under Tom Cochrane, not Tom Cochrane and Red Rider, perhaps to capitalize on the success of Tom Cochrane's solo career.
The style between Red Rider, Tom Cochrane & Red Rider, and Tom Cochrane music is very similar musically and lyrically, and Tom Cochrane was the strongest creative force behind Red Rider (thus their name change to Tom Cochrane & Red Rider), so it is arguable that there is any difference between each 'group'.
No Regrets
Tom Cochrane & Red Rider Lyrics
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I see my fate written upon it
I'm checkin' out the back here
Where my race is not run
Might hear a thousand harps of heaven
Rain down upon her
I can't stand and watch
While you stand accused
We got no regrets
Might have seen better times
But maybe we ain't been there yet
Remember the good times
And least you forget
Have no regrets
Sometimes you might find
Like you feel that you're drowning
Run for cover like some blown out fuse
Remember one thing that you filed that number
You can call me up baby you won't be refused
Have no regrets
Might have seen better times
But maybe we ain't been there yet
Remember the good times and least you forget
Have no regrets
After all the shit you know we've been through it
There ain't a shovel big enough in the world
That can move it
We got no regrets
Might have seen better times
But maybe we ain't been there yet
Remember who you are don't you forget
Have no regrets
Have no regrets
In Tom Cochrane's song "No Regrets", the singer is walking alongside a road and sees their fate written upon it. They are reflecting on their life and acknowledging that they have not yet finished their race. They mention the possibility of hearing the "thousand harps of heaven" raining down, but they cannot stand idly by while someone else takes blame. Despite this, they emphasize the importance of having no regrets, even if they may have experienced better times or difficult situations in their past. The singer reminds listeners to hold onto memories of good times and to not lose sight of who they are.
Overall, the song encourages living life to the fullest and accepting the past as it is. It recognizes that although there may have been ups and downs, it is important to look at life with a sense of positivity and move forward without regret.
Line by Line Meaning
Walking by the roadside
I am walking along the side of the road
I see my fate written upon it
I see my destiny symbolized on the road
I'm checkin' out the back here
I am examining what is behind me
Where my race is not run
Where I still have a long way to go before the end
Might hear a thousand harps of heaven
I might hear heavenly music
Rain down upon her
as it falls gently down to Earth
I can't stand and watch
I cannot just stand and observe
While you stand accused
As you are being accused
We got no regrets
We do not have any remorse
Might have seen better times
We may have experienced more fortunate times
But maybe we ain't been there yet
Maybe we haven't reached our peak yet
Remember the good times
Recall the happy moments from the past
And least you forget
Don't forget at all
Have no regrets
Do not experience any regrets
Sometimes you might find
Sometimes you may discover
Like you feel that you're drowning
Like you're suffocating
Run for cover like some blown out fuse
hide yourself from view profusely
Remember one thing that you filed that number
Remember that you have recorded that number
You can call me up baby you won't be refused
You may contact me anytime and I'll willingly respond
After all the shit you know we've been through it
After all the difficult things we have gone through
There ain't a shovel big enough in the world that can move it
There is no amount of effort that can change the past
Remember who you are don't you forget
Recall who you are and never forget
Have no regrets
Do not experience any regrets
Contributed by Carson S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jeffreybarkin3177
"BALLAD"???
GREAT Tune but NOT a "Ballad"... An AWESOME Single!
There are Four or Five MORE on This "MAD MAD WORLD" Album and Perhaps you should Listen to its Title Track?
SERIOUSLY!
😂
But, YES, "SINKING LIKE A SUNSET" is One HELL of a TUNE TOO!
Any Thoughts on the Song about "KINGS MEN"?
Curious... TRULY!
Finally, Thank You for Recognizing SUPERB Songwriting Talent, as TOM COCHRANE and his Band are Deserving of BETTER Acknowledgement...
ABSOLUTELY
❤ 😅
@jamesmorse8147
Walking by the roadside
I see my fate written upon it
I'm checkin' out the back here
Where my race is not run
Might hear a thousand harps of heaven
Rain down upon her
I can't stand and watch
While you stand accused
We got no, no regrets
We might have seen better times
But maybe we ain't been there yet
Remember the good times
Oh, and least you forget
Oh, and have no, no regrets
Sometimes you might find
Like you feel that you're drowning
Run for cover like some blown out fuse
Remember one thing that you filed that number
You can call me up, baby, you won't be refused
Have no, no regrets
You might have seen better times
But maybe we ain't been there yet
Remember the good times, oh, and least you forget
Oh, and have no, no regrets
Oh, oh, oh
After all the shit you know we've been through it
Oh, there ain't a shovel big enough in the world
That can move it
We got no, no regrets
Might have seen better times
But maybe we ain't been there yet
Remember who you are, and don't you forget
Oh, and have no, no regrets
Oh, and have no, no regrets
@brunosepe44
Just seen him in Toronto New Years Eve ! Still puts on a Great Show ...He still got it 👊
@kittynukes7366
Saw him in concert the 16th of November, 2023. This dude can still rock, tip my cap to you Sir, had a great time. Love and respect ❤
@lisasitch5839
Best concert ever. If you get a chance to see this guy GO!! He puts on a great show.
@ccm42281
Tom Cochran is my all time favorite artist! Helped me in so many ways
@user-hy9vj3kr3x
THIS SONG IS A MASTERPICE
@eddygsmusicworld1708
amazingly he is only known for lunatic Fringe with Red Rider and Life is a highway,he has easily 10 great songs.
@mcscotty325
It inspired Michael Jackson's "Black or White".
@starrshine5976
I'm thinking some artists are like bottles of wine. And I'm pouring myself a glass of Tom Cochrane, better with time. ❤️❤️
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@mangotango2909
I do think a tom Cochrane would be a good name for a drink