The band was formed in 1995 and all the songs on the debut album, Her handwriting (the title is a quote from Part company by The Go-Betweens) were recorded in Mitcham, south London, in December '95/ January '96, with long-time The Field Mice/Northern Picture Library producer Ian Catt, also known for his work as producer/arranger/co-songwriter for Saint Etienne. Released on Shinkansen Records (the label launched by Matt from Sarah Records) the album, which intimately details the break-up of a relationship, received universally good reviews.
Subsequent albums, Lips that taste of tears (1998) and Broken by whispers (2000), showed a band constantly improving their skills, combining their usual melancholy with transparent pop.
In 2001 the fourth album Alive to every smile appeared featuring a new line-up with many ex-Sarah Records band members in its ranks: Keris Howard from Brighter/Harper Lee, Beth Arzy from Aberdeen and Harvey Williams from Another Sunny Day/The Field Mice. Annemari Davies (ex-The Field Mice) also collaborated with the band. The album was very well received in Spain due to a release on Elefant Records (eventually TBS' main label) and in February 2002 the band visited Spain for the first time.
In 2003 A certain evening light was released, a compilation of singles and B-sides.
In 2004 the band left Shinkansen; The seven autumn flowers was released by Elefant Records worldwide.
In September 2005 Bobby Wratten announced that the band would no longer appear live. He had been uneasy about performing for some time, and had decided to concentrate on studio recordings instead. April 2007 saw the release of The Last Holy Writer.
2010 is expected to see the release of their new album, titled "Fast Trains And Telegraph Wires".
the rhythm of your breathing
Trembling Blue Stars Lyrics
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Listening to the rhythm of your breathing
Feeling such a need
You're everything to me
Don't worry what people say
Let them gossip, let them guess
No one should feel guilty
(happiness, ooo)
We're so fragile at times
Now there's no kissing goodnight
Back to back, lying awake
Instead of putting things right
When silence falls between us
All we do is miss each other
When the touch of lightness leaves us
All we feel's a lack of shelter
(a lack of shelter, ooo)
But you're not going to lose me
I'm not going anywhere
This is not the beginning of the end
Feeling your fingers on me
Skin touching skin
If a defense is what we need
Look no further than what we're feeling
When I'm thinking of you
I hope that you can feel it
Don't worry what people say
Let them guess, let them gossip
(let them gossip, ooo)
But you're not going to lose me
I'm not going anywhere
This is not the beginning of the end
Holding you in the morning
Listening to the rhythm of your breathing
The lyrics of Trembling Blue Stars' "The Rhythm of Your Breathing" describe the intimacy and vulnerability of a romantic relationship. The song begins with the singer holding their partner in the morning and listening to the sound of their breathing, feeling a deep need for their presence. The chorus encourages the couple to ignore the judgment of others and pursue their happiness, emphasizing the fragility of human relationships and the importance of cherishing them. The second verse describes the tension and distance that can arise in a relationship, but asserts that the singer is committed to their partner and unwilling to let them go.
Overall, the song captures the complexity of human emotions and relationships, with its vivid imagery and heartfelt sentiment. The repeated phrases and gentle melody reinforce the sense of intimacy and comfort the singer finds in their partner's presence, while the chorus reminds us to treasure our relationships and not let external pressures get in the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Holding you in the morning
Embracing you tightly in the morning hours
Listening to the rhythm of your breathing
Paying close attention to your breathing pattern and using it as a source of comfort
Feeling such a need
Experiencing a strong desire and longing for your presence
You're everything to me
You are the most important person in my life
Don't worry what people say
Don't let the opinions and comments of others affect our relationship
Let them gossip, let them guess
Let them talk and speculate all they want
No one should feel guilty
We shouldn't feel ashamed or remorseful for our happiness
For finding happiness
For discovering and experiencing joy and contentment in our relationship
We're so fragile at times
We can be sensitive and vulnerable on occasion
Now there's no kissing goodnight
We're not ending the day with a goodnight kiss anymore
Back to back, lying awake
We're turning away from each other and unable to sleep
Instead of putting things right
Rather than addressing and resolving our issues
When silence falls between us
When we're not speaking or communicating with each other
All we do is miss each other
All we feel is a sense of loss and longing for each other
When the touch of lightness leaves us
When the moments of happiness and levity fade away
All we feel's a lack of shelter
We feel unprotected and exposed without the comfort of each other
But you're not going to lose me
You don't have to worry about losing me
I'm not going anywhere
I'm committed to staying by your side
This is not the beginning of the end
Our relationship is not over
Feeling your fingers on me
Sensing the touch of your fingers on my skin
Skin touching skin
Our bodies coming into contact with each other
If a defense is what we need
If we require protection from outside influences
Look no further than what we're feeling
Our feelings for each other should be our source of defense
When I'm thinking of you
When you're on my mind
I hope that you can feel it
I hope you can sense my thoughts and emotions
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