Borderline
Hall And Oates · Other Songs - Hall And Oates
Yea we've had some fun,
Don't you agree?
Now that we have come this far
Time to stop the game and
Make a start
I want you to take this seriously
But all you do is show inhumanity
You hurt me oh, but I can't
Hurt you back
Baby don't you know I've got more
Heart than that
I can't hide the way I feel
Help me please, baby please help me
We've reached the borderline
Nowhere to go but down
If we can't turn our world around
We've reached the borderline
Maybe it's not too late
Only we can choose our fate
I tried but I can't loose the crazy pain
I wish that it would go so I can live again
You may or may not know that i'm
Beside myself
Oh you know there's only you and
No one else
I can't hide, it's sad you see
Something that could feel so good
May never be
We've reached the borderline
Nowhere to go but down
If we can't turn our world around
We've reached the borderline
Got everything to gain
If only we can stop the pain
The sky is falling
Falling again
Keep on reaching
Keep believing
Borderline - Hall & Oates
Released in 1977, "Borderline" stands as a defining track in the evolution of soft rock and adult contemporary music. The song showcases the duo's signature blend of polished production, melodic sensibility, and harmonious vocals that became their hallmark. It captures the late 1970s sound, characterized by lush string arrangements and a sophisticated rhythm section that elevated the genre beyond its earlier roots. As a staple of their discography, the recording exemplifies their ability to craft emotionally resonant pop songs with enduring appeal. Its inclusion in essential collections highlights its status as a classic that influenced countless subsequent artists in the realm of melodic rock and R&B fusion.