The group comprised Hank Marvin (born October 28, 1941), on vocals and lead guitar, Bruce Welch (born 2nd November 1941) on vocals and rhythm guitar, and John Farrar (born 8th November 1946) on vocals and guitar (both lead and rhythm).
Almost all the tracks recorded by the group were written by its members, with occasional contributions from co-writers.
The group recorded two albums, Marvin Welch & Farrar, and Second Opinion, before Bruce Welch left, leaving Hank Marvin and John Farrar to record a third album Marvin & Farrar on their own. The group did not enjoy conspicuous chart success and were further troubled by Hank Marvin's distinctive appearance, which, in live performances, led to audiences requesting Shadows numbers
Faithful
Marvin Welch & Farrar Lyrics
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Easy as she sways
As the sunlight plays upon the water
Faithful is the name she bears
Faithful has she been
Once an ocean queen but still a lady
And as I watch the white of the sails in the sun catch the breeze
I sigh, All too soon she′ll be gone beyond the horizon
Gracefully she turns her head out to open sea
Eager for the freedom that she knows is there
And as I watch the white of the sails in the sun catch the breeze
I sigh, All too soon she'll be gone beyond the horizon
All too soon she′ll be gone beyond the horizon
The lyrics to Marvin Welch & Farrar's song "Faithful" tell the story of a majestic sailing ship named Faithful. The ship is personified as a "lady," who moves effortlessly with the morning tide and basks in the warm glow of the sun's rays. The singer watches as Faithful sets sail out into the open sea, eager for the freedom that awaits her. The sight of the ship's white sails catching the breeze is a bittersweet reminder that she will soon disappear beyond the horizon.
The symbolism of Faithful as a lady is a nod to the tradition of ships being referred to in feminine terms. The imagery of her sails catching the breeze and turning towards open sea is a metaphor for breaking free from constraints and seeking adventure. The singer's wistful sighs convey a sense of loss and longing, as he knows that Faithful's departure marks the end of a beautiful moment in time.
Overall, the lyrics to "Faithful" celebrate the beauty and power of nature, as embodied by the ship. They also celebrate the sense of awe and wonder that nature inspires in us, reminding us that even as things change and fade away, we can still cherish the memories and the experiences that they bring.
Line by Line Meaning
Watch her ride the morning tide
Observe her effortless movement as she travels with the water's current
Easy as she sways
With a gentle motion, she navigates the waves with grace
As the sunlight plays upon the water
The sun's rays reflect beautifully across the surface of the sea
Faithful is the name she bears
This vessel is labeled with a moniker that represents dependability
Faithful has she been
Consistently reliable is her characteristic
Once an ocean queen but still a lady
Although time has passed, her majesty remains and is coupled with her elegance
And as I watch the white of the sails in the sun catch the breeze
Observing the movement of the wind as it propels the sails towards the horizon
I sigh, All too soon she'll be gone beyond the horizon
I lament the notion that she'll soon disappear from view beyond the range of my sight
Gracefully she turns her head out to open sea
She maneuvers herself towards the expanse of the ocean with a poise and elegance
Eager for the freedom that she knows is there
She is determined and enthusiastic in her quest for the liberation she is aware is present
All too soon she'll be gone beyond the horizon
Once again, I bemoan her imminently vanishing beyond the farthest point that I'm able to see
Writer(s): Hank Marvin, Bruce Welch, John Farrar
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