1. Watershed (US) is a po… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with this name:
1. Watershed (US) is a power pop band based in Columbus, OH, heavily influenced by The Kinks and Cheap Trick. The most recent Watershed lineup consisted of Colin Gawel (guitar, vocals), Joe Oestreich (bass, vocals), Dave Masica (drums), and Joe Peppercorn (guitar). Mark "Poochie" Borror (guitar) and Herb Schupp (drums) played in previous lineups.
2. Watershed is a South African band featuring lead singer Craig W. Hinds, who also plays piano and acoustic guitar, alongside Nic Rush (guitar), James Sunney (bass guitar), Peter Auret (drums), and Hylton Brooker (keyboards).
Watershed became a 'natural' success when a German radio DJ heard the single whilst vacationing in South Africa, and played it on the air in Germany. They are most famous for their signature tune "Indigo Girl".
3. A third, unrelated Watershed was a 1990s emo band. They released one split 7'' with Shotmaker in 1994.
It's You
Watershed Lyrics
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Take your hands and run them through your hair
Let the sky open up on you
Let it rain on you... its you...
Take a ride down along the open way
Take your time, think about our times in the alleyways
Clear your mind, its all coming back to you
Its been a long time, been a long time, been a while... what can I do?
Its been a long time, been a long, been a while... oh I need you
Its been a long time, been a long, been a while, I need you for a while...
I'll hold my breath for a while 'cos I need to
Take your time, 'cos you need to...
In a while when you make up your mind
I'll be there, I'll be there...
Let the rain fall down on you
Take your hands and run them through your hair
Let the sky open up on you
Let it rain on you... its you...
( I lay awake listening to you )
( I crack a smile, I know you )
( in a while the sun is going to shine )
( won't that be good, won't that be good )
You want to give me life
You want to give me time
Oh you got to give me love...
The lyrics of Watershed's song It's You are full of longing, nostalgia, and hope. The first verse talks about letting go and letting life happen to you. The rain is symbolic of the things that are beyond our control, and the opening up of the sky is representative of letting the universe take charge of your life. The chorus repeats the phrase "let the rain fall down on you," emphasizing the idea of surrendering to the moment.
The second verse is more introspective, as the singer takes a ride down memory lane. He wants to clear his mind and take the time to reflect on their past together. The phrase "it's all coming back to you" suggests that the singer is retracing his steps in order to find his way back to the person he loves, and he realizes that the only thing that matters is that it's her, that's what he's looking for.
The bridge is a plea to his partner to take her time to figure out if she wants to come back to him. He promises to be there when she makes her decision, indicating his unwavering love for her.
Overall, the song is a beautiful reflection on love, longing, and the power of surrendering to the universe.
Line by Line Meaning
Let the rain fall down on you
Allow yourself to be vulnerable, embrace the hardships that come your way
Take your hands and run them through your hair
Take a moment to reflect on your thoughts and emotions
Let the sky open up on you
Be receptive to your surroundings, let the universe guide you
Let it rain on you... its you...
Accept the challenges and opportunities that come your way, for they are meant for you
Take a ride down along the open way
Take a journey down a path that is unexplored and unknown
Take your time, think about our times in the alleyways
Take time to reflect on fond memories and how they have shaped who you are today
Clear your mind, its all coming back to you
Allow yourself to let go of the past and move forward with clarity
What can I say, what can I say... its you...
Acknowledge that everything you do and experience is unique to you
Its been a long time, been a long time, been a while... what can I do?
Express feelings of longing and uncertainty for what the future holds
Its been a long time, been a long, been a while... oh I need you
Express a desire for companionship and love
Its been a long time, been a long, been a while, I need you for a while...
Express a temporary need for love and companionship
I'll hold my breath for a while 'cos I need to
Express a need to take time and think before making a decision
Take your time, 'cos you need to...
Encourage taking time to make a decision
In a while when you make up your mind
Acknowledge that it takes time to make important decisions
I'll be there, I'll be there...
Promise to be there through thick and thin, to support and uplift
( I lay awake listening to you )
Express a desire to be present and engaged in a conversation
( I crack a smile, I know you )
Express joy at knowing someone on a deep and personal level
( in a while the sun is going to shine )
Acknowledge that challenges and hardships will eventually come to an end
( won't that be good, won't that be good )
Express anticipation and excitement for the future
You want to give me life
Express gratitude for the love and support received from others
You want to give me time
Acknowledge the value of time and the importance of cherishing every moment
Oh you got to give me love...
Express a need for love and affection, as it is vital to personal growth and happiness
Contributed by Aaliyah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.