Telephone Lines
Sheena Easton · Other Songs - Sheena Easton
I don't hear the truth in your voice
There's no affection, just static connection, so I've made the choice
[Chorus:]
I'm gonna start hangin' up, I'm tired of your telephone lines
We might as well disconnect, this love's goin' nowhere
Don't even bother to call, your telephone line's sayin' all
Goodbye baby, put me on hold for the last time
You make an excuse from a telephone booth
Say "Sorry, but something's come up"
I'm changin' my number, I'm relisted under the lonely
[Chorus:]
You sound convincing, but I know you're only wasting my time
It don't make sense, so don't even waste your dime
[Chorus:] repeats out
About Telephone Lines
Sheena Easton's "Telephone Lines" stands as a defining track from her 1983 debut album, *Sheena*, which launched her career as a prominent figure in the New Wave and synth-pop genres. The song features a distinctive production style characterized by prominent synthesizers and a driving rhythm, reflecting the electronic sound that became a hallmark of early 1980s pop music. As a lead single, it showcased Easton's vocal ability to blend pop sensibilities with the emerging electronic textures of the era, contributing to her status as a major international star. The recording captures the optimism and technological enthusiasm of the early eighties, serving as a nostalgic touchstone for fans of the genre and a key song point into Easton's extensive discography. Its enduring appeal lies in its catchy melody and the way it encapsulated the specific musical mood of its time.