Written by Joey Tempest, the song deals with themes of returning home and longing, often interpreted through nautical and soldier metaphors.
The 1986 live performances were the peak of "poodle rock" or hair metal popularity. However, internally, the band was fracturing. Guitarist John Norum grew dissatisfied with the "bubblegum" image and the increasing dominance of keyboards, leading him to leave the band in October 1986, shortly after these legendary shows. Europe Live In 1986 Time Has Come
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: This 1986 tour was significant as the only professionally filmed tour featuring the original lineup— Joey Tempest (vocals), John Norum (guitar), John Levén (bass), Mic Michaeli (keyboards), and Ian Haugland (drums)—before Norum's departure later that year. Analysis of "Time Has Come" (Live 1986) Guitarist John Norum grew dissatisfied with the "bubblegum"