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Crowded House — Never Be The Same
Album: Temple of Low Men
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Released: 1988
Length: 4:25
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Don't stand around
Like friends at a funeral
Eyes to the ground
It could've been you
And why do you weep
For the passing of ages?
You slip with the back of your hand, you're taking it out on the one you love
I couldn't believe it

And we might still survive
And rise up through the maze
If you could change your life
And never be the same

How long must I wait
For you to release me?
I pay for each mistake
While you suffer in silence
I could still have an easy life
But the lie ain't worth the living
Once more will I hear you say

That we might still survive
And rise up through the maze
If you could change your life
And never be the same
Never be the same

Don't stand around
Like friends at a funeral
Eyes to the ground
Don't suffer in silence

'Cause we might still survive
And rise up through the maze
If you could change your life
And never be the same
(And every time I hear you)
Never be the same
(And every time I mess up)
Never be the same
Never be the same
Never be the same

And every time I hear you
And every time I mess up
Never be, never be, never be, never be the same
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Good tune!
Posted 2 years ago by joejennings    [ Reply ]
 George_Tirebiter wrote:
Of all the bands that have been compared to The Beatles, I've found that this one comes closest. Great lyrics, interesting progressions and tight harmonies.  Yep, they're that good.  {#Cowboy}

Everyone knows the answer to that question is The Monkees.
Posted 3 years ago by Ok_Sobriquet    [ Reply ]
One of the best things about RP is how it's helped me appreciate how much more there was to Crowded House and the Brothers Finn.
Posted 3 years ago by ProjectGemini07    [ Reply ]
One of several in this set that is taking on a whole new meaning in this day & age.
Posted 4 years ago by Chi_Editrix    [ Reply ]
Love the Finns!
Posted 4 years ago by xcranky_yankee    [ Reply ]
Posted 5 years ago by chix    [ Reply ]
 George_Tirebiter wrote:
Of all the bands that have been compared to The Beatles, I've found that this one comes closest. Great lyrics, interesting progressions and tight harmonies.  Yep, they're that good.  {#Cowboy}
 

heh?
Posted 5 years ago by dublanica    [ Reply ]
 George_Tirebiter wrote:
Of all the bands that have been compared to The Beatles, I've found that this one comes closest. Great lyrics, interesting progressions and tight harmonies.  Yep, they're that good.  {#Cowboy}
 
That's right. I've always thought of them as the Beatles from Down Under.
Posted 5 years ago by SchoepTone    [ Reply ]
This album has a lifelong reservation in my heart.
Posted 8 years ago by mrselfdestruct    [ Reply ]
Yes!

peter_james_bond wrote:

I totally agree. They've a history of producing great music.

 


Posted 8 years ago by gjeeg    [ Reply ]
God, I love them.
Posted 8 years ago by gjeeg    [ Reply ]
the song is a bit dated but the tune, lyrics, harmonies...outstanding!
Posted 9 years ago by dpvest    [ Reply ]
.......  outstanding work from God Like Crowded House  ...  {#Cheers} 
Posted 10 years ago by Jannne    [ Reply ]
Wow. I've never heard this before, but I could tell it was a late 80's song the moment i heard it.
Posted 10 years ago by scrubbrush    [ Reply ]
This is a live version. Is it from Farewell to the World or one of the Frenz of the Enz productions? Anyone know?
Posted 12 years ago by WonderLizard    [ Reply ]
An absolute GEM! The build up to the end of quite moving.

Speaking of friends at a funeral....while returning from the deep south to my Grandfather's funeral in Michigan, I'm standing there at the funeral home, during the viewing period the night before with my cousins who reign from Michigan, Oregon, and Boston....I wait for a break in the conversation and ask: "So, what are y'all fixin' to do?" Haven't lived that one down since.
Posted 12 years ago by ajlept    [ Reply ]
 George_Tirebiter wrote:
Of all the bands that have been compared to The Beatles, I've found that this one comes closest. Great lyrics, interesting progressions and tight harmonies.  Yep, they're that good.  {#Cowboy}
 
I totally agree. They've a history of producing great music.
Posted 12 years ago by peter_james_bond    [ Reply ]
wow really got into that 
the comments helped : )_
 
Posted 12 years ago by coy    [ Reply ]

wish there was a "blech" rating


Posted 13 years ago by Raechel    [ Reply ]
This song is truly wonderful.
Posted 14 years ago by handyrae    [ Reply ]
Of all the bands that have been compared to The Beatles, I've found that this one comes closest. Great lyrics, interesting progressions and tight harmonies.  Yep, they're that good.  {#Cowboy}
Posted 14 years ago by George_Tirebiter    [ Reply ]
 trekhead wrote:
Wow, this starts up just like
JAMES—Laid.
 
Yes!  I came to see if there were dozens of comments to that effect.  Thanks for not disappointing me, Tom

Posted 14 years ago by Dave_Mack    [ Reply ]
A very rare not-particularly-interesting song from the Most Esteemed Crowded House.
Posted 15 years ago by annersjen    [ Reply ]
This whole album is an 11!  I can imagine a lot of people requesting this song be played at their funeral.
Posted 15 years ago by kaybee    [ Reply ]
The anguish... "How long must I wait ?... If you could change your life...."
Posted 15 years ago by gjeeg    [ Reply ]
SubLimE !!!
Posted 15 years ago by gjeeg    [ Reply ]
lmic wrote:
Whoa... those drums... thought it was Laid (The Better Than Ezra version) at first!
RIP Paul Hester
Posted 16 years ago by ThePoose    [ Reply ]
Posted 16 years ago by andrewimft    [ Reply ]
I'm sorry,but after that set this is just bland, bland, bland.
Posted 16 years ago by out_to_lunch    [ Reply ]
GREAT
Posted 16 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
NO freaking way! A rare track off one of the best albums ever recorded. Woo Hoo. Love the Tim Finn harmonies...
Posted 16 years ago by teapot    [ Reply ]
someone needs to upload the new album. I think it's fabulous! I tried and couldn't get it to work!
Posted 17 years ago by tinybubbles    [ Reply ]
I have a lot of fondness for this one. don't care what Neil says. :)
Posted 17 years ago by Thea    [ Reply ]
jsnell wrote:
Props for the Crowded House, one of the best bands of all time. Unfortunately, this is one of their worst songs. Even Neil Finn later recanted it. :-)
Agree with this.
Posted 17 years ago by Rickvee    [ Reply ]
Very average, Edna.
Posted 17 years ago by TerryS    [ Reply ]
Oh, this is Bad, real BAD!
Posted 17 years ago by Johnny-smooth    [ Reply ]
Yeah, I care not how much people here ooze over the brothers Finn, this just ain't that good.
Posted 17 years ago by rluking    [ Reply ]
jsnell wrote:
Props for the Crowded House, one of the best bands of all time. Unfortunately, this is one of their worst songs. Even Neil Finn later recanted it. :-)
Ummm... what? This is one of the better songs from their best album.
Posted 17 years ago by PetriWessman    [ Reply ]
Marr wrote:
If it's true that Neil Finn "recanted" then I would have to disagree with him. I like this one a lot.
I'm sure every band starts hating some of their own songs at some point. It doesn't mean that everyone else should feel the same way.
Posted 17 years ago by mrselfdestruct    [ Reply ]
jsnell wrote:
Props for the Crowded House, one of the best bands of all time. Unfortunately, this is one of their worst songs. Even Neil Finn later recanted it. :-)
If it's true that Neil Finn "recanted" then I would have to disagree with him. I like this one a lot.
Posted 17 years ago by Marr    [ Reply ]
jsnell wrote:
Props for the Crowded House, one of the best bands of all time. Unfortunately, this is one of their worst songs. Even Neil Finn later recanted it. :-)
Of all time? Are you Neil Finn?
Posted 17 years ago by Land_Shark    [ Reply ]
Whoa... those drums... thought it was Laid (The Better Than Ezra version) at first!
Posted 18 years ago by lmic    [ Reply ]
Props for the Crowded House, one of the best bands of all time. Unfortunately, this is one of their worst songs. Even Neil Finn later recanted it. :-)
Posted 18 years ago by jsnell    [ Reply ]
Not one of their better songs - yuk!
Posted 18 years ago by Karmala    [ Reply ]
This is the one Crowded House album I never bought! But it's not too late! LOVE me some Finn voices!
Posted 18 years ago by Alexandra    [ Reply ]
Volume UP.
Posted 18 years ago by Old_Pool_Skunk    [ Reply ]
this song is proof that the communists just don't get it.
Posted 18 years ago by NorthernLad    [ Reply ]
dkarr wrote:
These guys are one of the finest bands ever. Such beautiful songwriting and melodies. Love it. Thanks Bill!
They were a really underappreciated band for sure.
Posted 18 years ago by Daveinbawlmer    [ Reply ]
Crowed House has always been a great band. They've scored more than one spot on one or more of my shows.
Posted 18 years ago by bugleboy624    [ Reply ]
rafterman wrote:
Crikey! I never knew Paul Hester was gone. Saw CH several times '91 to '93 - favourite song was always 'Italian Plastic' - one of Paul Hester's ! Might have to go and listen to it now. When and how did he die?
He hanged himself, very sad to say. A few months ago.
Posted 18 years ago by bigstory    [ Reply ]
These guys are one of the finest bands ever. Such beautiful songwriting and melodies. Love it. Thanks Bill!
Posted 18 years ago by dkarr    [ Reply ]
flandersdog wrote:
sadly, that'll never happen now (RIP, Paul Hester). so glad I got to see them in concert back in the day. my favorite band, ever... I hope all the ex-Replacements are in good health/spirits...I can still hold out hope for a 'Mats reunion
Bob Stinson died years ago.
Posted 18 years ago by ScottFromWyoming    [ Reply ]
Second generation Split Enz. Love these guys. The songs get better as time goes on. Neil Finn is a master songwriter. Keep 'em coming!
Posted 18 years ago by ajlept    [ Reply ]
Wow... great song. Thanks BillG!
Posted 19 years ago by Wes16V    [ Reply ]
Posted 19 years ago by Leaf13    [ Reply ]
Wow, this starts up just like JAMES--Laid.
Posted 19 years ago by trekhead    [ Reply ]
Mark1970 wrote:
Was going to make a similar comment..... BUT seeing Neil solo or with his brother (on this last tour) had moments of that CH magic.
You're lucky! I saw them last February at the Palace in SF, but missed them this last summer, as they cancelled this leg of the tour due to Paul's passing....
Posted 19 years ago by Helchat    [ Reply ]
rafterman wrote:
Crikey! I never knew Paul Hester was gone. Saw CH several times '91 to '93 - favourite song was always 'Italian Plastic' - one of Paul Hester's ! Might have to go and listen to it now. When and how did he die?
I love Italian Plastic, too. he hanged himself in March. he always seemed so full of joy and life on stage...I guess he gave it all out and didn't keep any for himself.
Posted 19 years ago by flandersdog    [ Reply ]
flandersdog wrote:
sadly, that'll never happen now (RIP, Paul Hester). so glad I got to see them in concert back in the day. my favorite band, ever... I hope all the ex-Replacements are in good health/spirits...I can still hold out hope for a 'Mats reunion
Crikey! I never knew Paul Hester was gone. Saw CH several times '91 to '93 - favourite song was always 'Italian Plastic' - one of Paul Hester's ! Might have to go and listen to it now. When and how did he die?
Posted 19 years ago by rafterman    [ Reply ]
flandersdog wrote:
sadly, that'll never happen now (RIP, Paul Hester). so glad I got to see them in concert back in the day. my favorite band, ever...
Was going to make a similar comment..... BUT seeing Neil solo or with his brother (on this last tour) had moments of that CH magic.
Posted 19 years ago by Mark1970    [ Reply ]
redlinzus wrote:
I'll Never Be the Same... I am still grieving the loss of Crowded House. Seeing Neil Finn is still greatly satisfying, however, Crowded House shows and albums were and are still some of the best musical experiences I have ever had... how about a reunion?
sadly, that'll never happen now (RIP, Paul Hester). so glad I got to see them in concert back in the day. my favorite band, ever... I hope all the ex-Replacements are in good health/spirits...I can still hold out hope for a 'Mats reunion
Posted 19 years ago by flandersdog    [ Reply ]
mafe wrote:
Yes it was me who rated this song 1. I can't stand these guys! :P
Golly gee. Mystery solved. I'll finally get a good night's sleep.
Posted 19 years ago by DBCinCA    [ Reply ]
Why did this remind me of (newer) Marillion? :O
Posted 19 years ago by gq    [ Reply ]
Some of the finest musical stylings by CH ever! Neil is a great lyricist but not much for music writing....his bro' is an ace at that. GET BACK TOGETHER!
Posted 19 years ago by dkarr    [ Reply ]
Unfortunately, I never got to see Crowded House in concert. Can you believe MTV used to play CH videos...
Posted 19 years ago by earthbased    [ Reply ]
mafe wrote:
Yes it was me who rated this song 1. I can't stand these guys! :P
Your loss.
Posted 19 years ago by Mark1970    [ Reply ]
Yes it was me who rated this song 1. I can't stand these guys! :P
Posted 19 years ago by mafe    [ Reply ]
Thank you, may I have another?
Posted 19 years ago by BluEyes    [ Reply ]
More Crowded House! More Crowded House! More Crowded House!
Posted 20 years ago by reedifus    [ Reply ]
Definitely one of the stronger lyrical efforts by CH/Neil Finn. Always liked the song, though the production sounds a little slick after some time has passed. I'd love to hear how Neil might handle the same tune now.
Posted 20 years ago by DBCinCA    [ Reply ]
Fantastic song, fantastic album.
Posted 20 years ago by ptooey    [ Reply ]
At first I gave it a 9... what was I thinking? Gotta be a 10!
Posted 20 years ago by drH    [ Reply ]
Great song!
Posted 20 years ago by veegez    [ Reply ]
I'll Never Be the Same... I am still grieving the loss of Crowded House. Seeing Neil Finn is still greatly satisfying, however, Crowded House shows and albums were and are still some of the best musical experiences I have ever had... how about a reunion?
Posted 20 years ago by redlinzus    [ Reply ]