Time Bomb
Sheena Easton · Other Songs - Sheena Easton
I've only ever known, wilful neglect
With all eternity, there to borrow from
We're always going to be here
For tomorrow's sun
Now it's turning 'round
Because there's really no choice
When your money can't save you
Love of the world
Find it's voice
Chorus
Ooh it's a time bomb
Stops ticking and your time has gone
Oh it's a time bomb
You talk so fast about how much you love me
But I have to doubt, your sincerity
Look around, see how far you've come
By living blind to your own destruction
Look in the lake, see what it reflects
This ain't love, no
That's the face of easy sex
Repeat chorus
When my heart started beating
I was on my own
Now there's been a change in the weather
Seems like we're all, in it together
Repeat chorus
Time Bomb - Sheena Easton
Sheena Easton's 1984 hit 'Time Bomb' stands as a defining track of the synth-pop era, blending upbeat rhythms with a darker, more urgent lyrical theme. Released during her peak commercial success, the song features her distinctive vocal style and production that characterized the mid-80s pop landscape. While often associated with her earlier romantic ballads, 'Time Bomb' showcased her versatility and ability to handle complex emotional narratives within a dance-oriented framework. The track remains a staple of her discography, frequently covered and referenced in discussions of 1980s pop music. Its enduring appeal lies in its catchy melody and the way it captured the tension between youthful exuberance and underlying anxiety, cementing Easton's status as a leading figure in the genre.