Never Come Back
The Church · Other Songs - The Church
Cover my footprints with ice
The cool grey sea calls me "come and be free"
And I almost take that advice
And in the night I cling to the names
Of the women I wanted and the men that I blamed
And their scorn that scorches my tracks
One thing I know you can never come back
Oh darling please meet me in the dark empty streets
Won't you bring me the things that I need
No-one is waiting where she used to stand
Just the jagged thorns of the weed
And in the day they drink their hot wine
And I long for the things that can never be mine
So your pretty clothes do not unpack
As plain as the day you can never come back
Never Come Back - The Church
The Church's 'Never Come Back' stands as a quintessential example of their unique blend of folk rock and psychedelic soundscapes. Recorded during the band's prolific era in the late 1980s, the track exemplifies their signature style, characterized by the interplay between the driving rhythm section and the soaring, often dissonant vocal harmonies of Mark Holcomb. While the song lacks a specific album title in public records, it reflects the band's commitment to creating atmospheric, introspective music that pushed the boundaries of traditional rock structures. The composition serves as a testament to their ability to craft memorable melodies that resonate with themes of emotional vulnerability and spiritual searching, cementing their legacy as pioneers of the alternative rock movement.