Come Hell Or High Water
Everything But the Girl · Works [2007]
Waste your time when you oughta be charming the birds from the trees
A voice straight from heaven so you like to believe
Who cares if it's only your poor self you deceive
You look in the mirror and what do you see?
Too much care and scheming, too little beauties
Come hell or high water, you never will be
Goddess or a genius, a drunkard at 23
And all that you yearn for, is attention I guess
Come hell or high water you deserve nothing less
Come hell or high water you will stray off the rails
I won't try to change you for god knows I would fail
And it's to the angels that each day you pray
Come hell or high water I know you will meet them someday
Come Hell Or High Water
Come Hell Or High Water stands as a defining track on Everything But the Girl's 2007 compilation, Works. The duo, consisting of Tracey Thorn and Ben Watt, crafted a sound that seamlessly blends pop sensibilities with sophisticated electronic textures. This recording captures the band's mature evolution, moving beyond their earlier new wave roots into a more polished, atmospheric style. The song reflects the group's consistent ability to merge introspective songwriting with danceable rhythms, a hallmark of their extensive discography. As part of a collection highlighting their most significant recordings, the track underscores their enduring influence on British pop and alternative music. It remains a testament to their collaborative chemistry and their skill in creating emotive, sonically rich compositions that resonate across decades.