White Star Line
The Church · Other Songs - The Church
Dragging the river of your very soul
You emerge from troubled dreams
With your head held very gently
Think like clotted blood in a golden bone
Who's promised you that ? Who's paying for it ? What's waiting out there ?
The soldiers in the village were sleeping in the sun
The White Star Line comes steaming in upon it's midnight run
You're standing in the mirror, that reflection is insane
My love is the peace which takes away the pain
All of you must fly out, out of this life of nightmares
Whose spirit breath surrounds you, in the blackened night
The horses are uneasy
The weapon is untried
You'll have to go on guessing 'til you reach the other side
Who's promised you that ?
Who's paying for it ?
What's waiting out there ?
The monkeys in the jungle are playing with a gun
The White Star Line comes steaming in upon it's midnight run
You're reaching for the lifebuoy which the night has neatly ??slain??
My love is the peace which takes away the pain
Up you go, you're drifting
Up you go, you're floating
Over Tunisia
Over Spain
Over Germany
Over Poland
Over Scandinavia
Back Again
Who's promised you that ?
Who's paying for it ?
What's waiting out there ?
The notices and frescoes have faded in the sun
The White Star Line comes steaming in upon it's midnight run
You can't believe it's over with no loss or gain
My love is the peace which takes away the pain
White Star Line
The Church's "White Star Line" stands as a defining track from their 1984 album *The Church*, capturing the band's signature blend of folk-rock and psychedelic pop. Recorded during a pivotal era for the group, the song features the distinctive, layered vocal harmonies and driving guitar work that became hallmarks of their sound. It reflects the band's exploration of maritime themes and American history, delivered with the raw energy characteristic of their live performances. The track remains a staple of their discography, illustrating how The Church successfully merged traditional instrumentation with a modern, atmospheric approach that influenced countless indie and alternative acts. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia and wonder through its melodic structure and evocative lyrics.