Over Here
Marianne Faithfull · Other Songs - Marianne Faithfull
Before they damage me.
Over here commit them all
They'll never be believed.
No right for justice
No right for peace.
No right for justice
No right for peace.
Over here, we're standing clear
My voice gives me away.
Over here, we're running wild
Whatever games we play.
No time for justice
No time for peace.
No time for justice
No time for peace.
Get a message out for me
I'll tell them all they want to know.
If I can just be free.
I'll leave this place, go far away,
They'll never hear from me again.
I'll cause no trouble, feel no pain.
Over here it's hide and seek
Get on the midnight train.
Over here they'll lock you up
And call you filthy names.
No right for justice
No right for peace.
No right for justice
No right for peace.
No time for justice
No time for peace.
No time for justice
No time for peace.
Over here
Over here
No time for justice
Over here
No time for peace
Over here
No time for justice
Over here
No time for peace
Over here
No time for justice
Over here
No time for peace
Over here
No time for justice
Over here
No time for peace
Over here
No time for justice
Over here
No time for peace
Over here
No time for justice
Over here
No time for peace
Over here.
Over Here - Marianne Faithfull
Marianne Faithfull's "Over Here" stands as a defining track from her early career, capturing the raw vulnerability and emotional intensity characteristic of her debut period. Released during a time when she was establishing herself as a pivotal figure in the British music scene, the song reflects her unique ability to blend folk sensibilities with a darker, more introspective mood. The recording showcases her distinctive vocal style, known for its clarity and emotional depth, which became a hallmark of her work throughout the 1960s and beyond. As part of her broader discography, the track exemplifies the era's shift towards more personal and narrative-driven songwriting, influencing countless artists who followed. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to convey complex feelings of longing and self-discovery without relying on explicit lyrical declarations, making it a significant piece in the canon of classic British music.