Needles And Pins
Smokie · Steel Box Collection: Greatest Hits [2009]
I saw her face,
It was a face I loved, and I knew,
I had to run away,
And get down on my knees and pray
That they'd go away,
And still they begin,
Needles and pins,
Because of all my pride,
The tears I gotta hide.
Oh, thought I was smart,
I'd won a heart,
Didn't think I do,
But now you see,
She's worse to him and me,
Let her go ahead,
And take this love instead,
And one day she will see,
Just how to say "please",
Get down on her knees,
That's how they begin,
You'll feel those needles and pins,
Hurtin' her, hurtin' her,
Why can't I stop and tell myself I'm wrong, I'm wrong, so wrong,
Why can't I stand up, and tell myself I'm strong.
Because I saw her today ...
I saw her face,
It was a face I loved, and I knew,
I had to run away,
And get down on my knees and pray,
That they'd go away,
And still they begin,
Needles and pins,
Because of all my pride,
The tears I gotta hide...
Needles and pins,
Needles and pins,
Needles and pins,
Needles and pins,
Needles and pins,
Needles and pins,
Needles and pins,
Needles and pins.
Needles And Pins
Smokie's rendition of 'Needles And Pins' stands as a testament to the band's enduring appeal within the British rock and pop landscape. While the track is famously associated with The Searchers, Smokie delivered a powerful interpretation that showcased their signature vocal harmonies and emotive delivery. This recording highlights the group's ability to reinterpret classic material, fitting seamlessly into their broader catalogue of hits that include 'Living Next Door to Alice.' The song remains a staple of their live performances and greatest hits compilations, reflecting the band's consistent ability to connect with audiences through polished, melodic rock. Their version captures the bittersweet sentiment of the original while injecting the energetic production style that defined their most successful era.