There was also a band named Wakefield from North Carolina in the mid to late 90s that played alt-rock music. The band released one album independently in 1999 that was self-titled. The tracks on the album are "And I Stare," "Ground Xero," "Lost," "Bitch is on Fire," "The Girl Song," "Quick," "Beauty Queen," "The Swing Song," "Into the Dark," "Savior," "Hello," "Angel," "Irregular" and "Symphony Four." The band split up shortly after the album was released.
A third, and much older band also known as Wakefield:
From Pueblo, Colorado this psychedelic rock band formed in 1969 and continued to play all over the Pacific Northwest until their break up in 1974. The band recorded a concept album for Warthog Studios in Denver between 1971 and 72. (FREAKEMPORIUM)
Fourth is a 16 year old rapper from Illinois. He has released one mixtape, First Impressions.
After School Special
Wakefield Lyrics
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Hide behind my feelings, like a game of hide & seek
I wanted you badly, you looked at me so sadly
I'm mounting my eyes, with this could never be
'cause I like her and you're like me
[chorus:]
So can't you see, I'm open for a change
To fall for that girl, that falls for all the girls
It's just not right
Welcome to the after school special of my life
If we were together, I'd make your heart surrender
No more watching girls go by, I'd make her stay at home
I'd wear what you told me, as long as you will hold me
Like a man, and understand, that this is not impossible
[chorus]
[bridge:]
This got so complicated, common interest separate
The fine print on the label of your life is never told
One shot missed and two got wasted
Three's a charm but hesitating,
I will never mean to you what you will mean to me
I fought it forever, between the now and never
[chorus]
(my life)(this got so complicated, common interest separate)
[til end]
The lyrics of Wakefield's "After School Special" delve into the introspective gaze of the singer as he grapples with his own feelings and desires. The opening lines suggest that he has been avoiding these feelings for some time, dancing around them in a game of "hide & seek." He reveals that he has strong feelings for someone else, longing for them despite the fact that they seem sad and distant. However, he ultimately acknowledges that they could never be together because of societal expectations, remarking that "I like her and you're like me."
The chorus reflects on the difficulty of his situation, acknowledging that it was "never easy" to feel this way, particularly considering the object of his affections "falls for all the girls." He notes that "it's just not right," underscoring that perhaps such feelings should not exist in the first place. However, despite these challenges, the singer is "open for a change," perhaps indicating that he is willing to embrace his feelings regardless of their potential consequences.
The bridge provides additional context for the singer's struggles, noting that "common interest separates" the two of them, creating complications and hesitations in their relationship. Although the singer admits that he will "never mean to you what you will mean to me," this statement also reveals the depth of his feelings and his sense of loss in not being able to pursue a genuine connection with this person.
Overall, "After School Special" offers a complex and nuanced reflection on the complexities of desire, identity, and societal expectations. It captures the conflicting feelings that arise when we long for something that seems out of reach, ultimately highlighting the power and intensity of our deepest desires.
Line by Line Meaning
I fought it forever, between the now and never
I struggled for a long time to decide whether to act now or wait forever.
Hide behind my feelings, like a game of hide & seek
I conceal my emotions from others, just like in the game of hide & seek.
I wanted you badly, you looked at me so sadly
I had strong feelings for you, but you seemed unhappy around me.
I'm mounting my eyes, with this could never be
I'm trying not to see what I want because I know it can never happen.
'cause I like her and you're like me
I am attracted to a girl who is interested in other girls, just like me.
So can't you see, I'm open for a change
Can't you tell that I am ready for something new?
This was never easy, and it's never been so strange
I've never experienced anything this difficult or confusing before.
To fall for that girl, that falls for all the girls
It's tough to be attracted to a girl who is interested in other girls.
It's just not right
Something about this situation doesn't feel fair or just.
Welcome to the after school special of my life
Welcome to the drama-filled and emotional story of my life.
If we were together, I'd make your heart surrender
If we were a couple, I would be able to make you fall in love with me.
No more watching girls go by, I'd make her stay at home
I would be able to keep her from being attracted to other girls and staying at home with me.
I'd wear what you told me, as long as you will hold me
I would do whatever you ask of me as long as you hold me and show me affection.
Like a man, and understand, that this is not impossible
I will behave like a mature and confident man and believe that this is not an impossible situation.
This got so complicated, common interest separate
This situation became very complex, where our common interests pushed us apart.
The fine print on the label of your life is never told
The important details of your life story are often not shared with others.
One shot missed and two got wasted
I missed one opportunity and it resulted in two missed chances.
Three's a charm but hesitating,
The third attempt could be successful, but I'm not sure if I should try.
I will never mean to you what you will mean to me
I will never be able to reciprocate the same intensity of emotions for you that you have for me.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BUTCH WALKER
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