Heart And Home
The Go-Betweens · Other Songs - The Go-Betweens
When all you do is choke us?
Try looking for me and wishing for me
And kiss me softer than the rest
How can I help you dream
When all you do is scream?
If I'm not allowed to be above the crowd
I don't wanna be your guest
A one in a million smile
A silent number that I can't dial
But eyes so blue it's like falling through
An evening in the west
What can I do to sway you?
Drop to my knees and pray you
Stop breathing the fumes of those other grooms
Then we really will be blessed
Ba, ba, ba there's ice around your heart
My home
About Heart And Home
The Go-Betweens' "Heart And Home" stands as a defining track from the Australian indie rock band's early catalog, capturing the group's signature blend of jangly guitars, melodic sensibility, and introspective lyricism. Released during their formative period, the song exemplifies the band's ability to weave personal narrative with broader social observation, a hallmark of their work that resonated deeply within the post-punk and alternative scenes of the 1980s. As a key component of their discography, the recording showcases the band's commitment to authentic songwriting and their unique voice in the international music landscape. The track remains a staple for fans of the genre, celebrated for its enduring emotional resonance and the band's mastery of balancing melancholy with hope.