Shane
Quarterflash · Take Another Picture [1983]
They'll shine a light in your eyes
They'll set you up with their lies, sweet lies
Shane, if you leave me, they'll hurt you believe me
And something inside you will die-
I know the reason you bleed
I understand what you need, and you need me
Babe, I can help you, think of nights that I held you
And only I can make you sleep
Shane, Shane, no one will hide you
Like the one that cries your name-
Shane nobody wants you
Like the one that haunts your dreams
I know the voices you hear
I know the secrets you fear
Dreams that will wake you, faces that shake you
Remember that I've always been near
Forget the love that I gave you
Forget the child that I saved
Only I know your heartbeat, only I know your backstreets
And only I can take you away
They'll set you up with their lies, sweet lies
Shane, if you leave me, they'll hurt you believe me
And something inside you will die-
I know the reason you bleed
I understand what you need, and you need me
Babe, I can help you, think of nights that I held you
And only I can make you sleep
Shane, Shane, no one will hide you
Like the one that cries your name-
Shane nobody wants you
Like the one that haunts your dreams
I know the voices you hear
I know the secrets you fear
Dreams that will wake you, faces that shake you
Remember that I've always been near
Forget the love that I gave you
Forget the child that I saved
Only I know your heartbeat, only I know your backstreets
And only I can take you away
Shane - Quarterflash
Quarterflash's 'Shane' stands as a defining track from their 1983 debut album, Take Another Picture. The song encapsulates the band's signature blend of post-punk energy and melodic sensibility, characterized by driving rhythms and emotive vocals. As a key release from their early catalog, it helped establish Quarterflash's reputation in the UK indie scene during the early 1980s. The recording reflects the era's raw aesthetic while showcasing the group's ability to craft memorable hooks that resonated with listeners seeking authentic alternative rock. Its enduring presence in their discography highlights its significance as a foundational work in their body of art.