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Originally Posted by Trollheart (Post 2224762)

Song 4

Time has passed in such a manner recently that I've been able to count it clearly
Following the departure of your affection which you removed from me
Only by darkness do I exit now, by day I remain in bed
Following the departure of your affection which you removed from me
Now that you have departed I am at liberty to do as I please and meet with whom I select
I am also free to consume my evening meal in a notable eating establishment
But there is nothing that will make me happy.

Prince (Sinead) - "Nothing Compares 2U"

(Bolding the lines that clinched it for me: "I can eat my dinner in a fancy restaurant / But nothing, nothing can take away these blues.")

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trollheart (Post 2224762)

Song 6

Not standing in the rays of the early sunshine, I shall remain not standing when the shadows lengthen towards night time
Observing the vessels approach and then continuing to observe as they depart
Relaxing at the harbour, my eyes tracking the recession of the waves
Relaxing at the habour, doing nothing important.

Otis Redding - "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay"

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Originally Posted by Trollheart (Post 2224762)

Song 5

Your position was quite lowly, serving tables when I encountered you
I selected you, ruffled you somewhat, reversed you and created a thing entirely fresh
Now, sixty months later, the planet resides at your toes and it has been very easy for you to achieve your goals
However, never forget to keep in mind that it was I who made this possible and I am quite able to reverse the situation and return you to where you were previously.

"Don't you want me baby" - Human League

Chuffed that I got one without looking it up.

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Originally Posted by ribbons (Post 2224839)

Prince (Sinead) - "Nothing Compares 2U"

(Bolding the lines that clinched it for me: "I can eat my dinner in a fancy restaurant / But nothing, nothing can take away these blues.")

Yup. Well done hon! :)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saulaac (Post 2224852)

"Don't you want me baby" - Human League

Chuffed that I got one without looking it up.

You got it; thought that would be easier to get but well done anyway.

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Originally Posted by ribbons (Post 2224840)

Otis Redding - "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay"

Correct! :thumb:

And so to

Round 6

Song 1

It was previously my impression that romantic attachments only occured in stories specifically aimed at children
Intended for persons other than myself
It appeared to me that affection pursued me doggedly
There was no satisfaction to be got when I fell asleep
Then her visage came to my notice
And subsequently I have faith.

Answer: "I'm a Believer" by the Monkees

Song 2

A number of us took a stroll in an icy atmosphere
The exhalation from our mouths very cold on the glass portal, anticipating
Portrait of a male unlighted presence, very mysterious and spiritual
A vocal shriek extending outwards, it remains in your presence for the moment
Vanished is the emotion, the two of us alone
It does not concern me
This does not concern me

Answer: "Vienna" by Ultravox

Song 3

It would be my fondest wish to frolic in the ocean as sea creatures do
There is no way for us to adhere to each other
We can be victorious for eternity
We can be courageous protagonists
Over twenty-four hours.

Answer: "Heroes" by David Bowie

Song 4

Our encounter as evening faded showed me I would be dependent upon you
And, given the opportunity, I would retain my grasp upon you
Therefore, will you not show your affection for me?
I will endeavour to rise in your regard
We will cause everyone to rotate their skulls at our every destination

Answer: "Be My Baby" by The Ronetttes

Song 5

The way extends before me, and it is anything but straight
Its destination a mystery to all
However I have strength enough to bear him as my burden
And he does not weigh me down...

Answer: "(He Ain't Heavy) He's My Brother" by The Hollies

Song 6

I beg to differ: it is difficult for me to fail to remember just before tonight
Your countenance on departure
However, I suppose it is how the tale proceeds
Ever you grin, however sadness is evident in your eyes.
It's evident, indeed.
I must disagree, I have difficulty trying not to recall the ensuing day
On contemplating the totality of my sadness
As I retained you but afterwards had to release my hold upon you
And at this point it is only equitable that I inform you
That of which you should already be aware.

Answer: "Without You" by Harry Nilsson

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trollheart (Post 2224916)

Song 1

It was previously my impression that romantic attachments only occured in stories specifically aimed at children
Intended for persons other than myself
It appeared to me that affection pursued me doggedly
There was no satisfaction to be got when I fell asleep
Then her visage came to my notice
And subsequently I have faith.

The Monkees - "I'm a believer"
I knew the song immediately, but I had to look up what it was actually called

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Song 3

It would be my fondest wish to frolic in the ocean as sea creatures do
There is no way for us to adhere to each other
We can be victorious for eternity
We can be courageous protagonists
Over twenty-four hours.

David Bowie - "Heroes"
I'm getting the Bowie ones easily but some of the others are giving me trouble

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trollheart (Post 2224916)

Song 4

Our encounter as evening faded showed me I would be dependent upon you
And, given the opportunity, I would retain my grasp upon you
Therefore, will you not show your affection for me?
I will endeavour to rise in your regard
We will cause everyone to rotate their skulls at our every destination

The Ronettes - "Be My Baby"

The rotating skulls did it for me. "We'll make them turn their heads everywhere we go."

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trollheart (Post 2224916)

Song 5

The way extends before me, and it is anything but straight
Its destination a mystery to all
However I have strength enough to bear him as my burden
And he does not weigh me down...

The Hollies - "He Ain't Heavy (He's My Brother)"

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trollheart (Post 2224916)

Song 5

The way extends before me, and it is anything but straight
Its destination a mystery to all
However I have strength enough to bear him as my burden
And he does not weigh me down...

"He ain't heavy, he's my brother". Don't know the artist. Wild guess, an American. Jimmy Webb!

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Song 6

I beg to differ: it is difficult for me to fail to remember just before tonight
Your countenance on departure
However, I suppose it is how the tale proceeds
Ever you grin, however sadness is evident in your eyes.
It's evident, indeed.
I must disagree, I have difficulty trying not to recall the ensuing day
On contemplating the totality of my sadness
As I retained you but afterwards had to release my hold upon you
And at this point it is only equitable that I inform you
That of which you should already be aware.

"I can't live, if living is without youuu"! - The Carpenters?

I'm resisting the urge to look these up. No..musn't..google..them..no..resist..aargh!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trollheart (Post 2224916)

Harry Nilsson - "Without You"

The telling lines (for me) in bold above: "But I guess that's just the way the story goes / You always smile, but in your eyes your sorrow shows / Yes, it shows."