This is a man's song, in my opinion. Men are conditioned by society from a young age to repress their feelings. He's older and is reflecting on his younger years and a particular relationship. He used to pretend indifference about it, but he is ready to admit that he felt love for this person. The analogy of a court case throughout each stanza is cool -- it's like he must put himself on trial in order to admit the truth of his feelings. I love the way the music builds up along with his realization that "I must have loved you." Great song!
Well said! This is one song every man should delve into. It's a powerful rendition of love gone unproclaimed and the haunting that follows. Loved the analogy of 'trial by fire' (now in the firelight the case continues) and how it ultimately leads to self-confession. The candid flow and simplicity induces overwhelming poignancy. Great, great song Sting!!!
Well said! This is one song every man should delve into. It's a powerful rendition of love gone unproclaimed and the haunting that follows. Loved the analogy of 'trial by fire' (now in the firelight the case continues) and how it ultimately leads to self-confession. The candid flow and simplicity induces overwhelming poignancy. Great, great song Sting!!!
@rooibos76 Sure, it's easy to see it as a man, as it is one of Sting's most personal songs, but I could definitely the voice being that of an introverted woman.
@rooibos76 Sure, it's easy to see it as a man, as it is one of Sting's most personal songs, but I could definitely the voice being that of an introverted woman.
This is a man's song, in my opinion. Men are conditioned by society from a young age to repress their feelings. He's older and is reflecting on his younger years and a particular relationship. He used to pretend indifference about it, but he is ready to admit that he felt love for this person. The analogy of a court case throughout each stanza is cool -- it's like he must put himself on trial in order to admit the truth of his feelings. I love the way the music builds up along with his realization that "I must have loved you." Great song!
Well said! This is one song every man should delve into. It's a powerful rendition of love gone unproclaimed and the haunting that follows. Loved the analogy of 'trial by fire' (now in the firelight the case continues) and how it ultimately leads to self-confession. The candid flow and simplicity induces overwhelming poignancy. Great, great song Sting!!!
Well said! This is one song every man should delve into. It's a powerful rendition of love gone unproclaimed and the haunting that follows. Loved the analogy of 'trial by fire' (now in the firelight the case continues) and how it ultimately leads to self-confession. The candid flow and simplicity induces overwhelming poignancy. Great, great song Sting!!!
@rooibos76 Sure, it's easy to see it as a man, as it is one of Sting's most personal songs, but I could definitely the voice being that of an introverted woman.
@rooibos76 Sure, it's easy to see it as a man, as it is one of Sting's most personal songs, but I could definitely the voice being that of an introverted woman.