Lead vocalist Santilla and lead guitarist Campbell met multi-instrumentalist Louis Macklin at a school camp, and he became the band's keyboardist and percussionist. Progress of the band stalled for some time, until 2001 when Santilla and Campbell found each other again in Melbourne and began writing again.
Soon, drummer Ben Dexter joined after coming to know the group through his brother, and bass guitarist Bryan Dochstader joined the group after noticing the group unloading gear in a supermarket car-park and asking them, "Do you guys need a bass player?"
The band couldn't decide on a name for several months until Dexter rang Santilla and asked him, "What's the model of your car?" "HR," Santilla replied. "What year?" "'67." "67 Special?" "Yeah."
67 Special did a six-month residency at the Esplanade Hotel in St Kilda to critical acclaim, and in 2003 signed with Festival Mushroom Records.
The Go
67 Special Lyrics
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And that it makes you sad sometimes
When all the doors get slammed in front of you man
Better hold your head and chin up this time
You're gonna need it
Little something gonna ease you mind
I think I can get it coz I see that you're in need of divine
Hold your head and chin up this time getting gone
Get get gone
Get get gone
Come on and get get gone
Some may think they got it
But they're just dreamers like me and you
Don't get told, find it out, before they tell you to
Please find it out, before they need you to
You gonna read it in the shops
In the hallways, restroom, in every city stop
But I can tell you that it's not
What's what of who's who, it's who's who and not what
Stand up not straight go find the line
You know best don't throw yourself to the lions
Stand up not straight go find the line
You know best don't throw yourself to the lions
Get get gone
Get get gone
Get get gone
The lyrics of the song "The Go" by 67 Special convey a message of encouragement and resilience in the face of adversity. The singer acknowledges that the listener has experienced disappointment and rejection, but urges them to hold their head up and not give up. They also suggest that there is something that can "ease your mind" and offer a hint of mystery about what that might be. The listener is urged to be proactive in seeking out opportunities and knowledge, rather than passively waiting for others to tell them what to do. The refrain "Get get gone" reiterates this message of taking action and moving forward.
The verses of the song also contain some social commentary, with a reference to the media promoting superficial values ("what's what of who's who") and a warning not to blindly follow others ("Don't get told, find it out"). The lines "Stand up not straight go find the line / You know best don't throw yourself to the lions" could be interpreted as advice to avoid conformist attitudes and to trust one's own instincts.
Overall, the lyrics of "The Go" by 67 Special are empowering and motivational, encouraging listeners to have confidence in themselves and to take control of their own destiny.
Line by Line Meaning
I know that you dreamed about it
I understand that you have spent countless hours dreaming about this.
And that it makes you sad sometimes
At times, the realization that your dream may not come to fruition saddens you.
When all the doors get slammed in front of you man
Despite facing obstacles and setbacks, you soldier on.
Better hold your head and chin up this time
Take a deep breath, stay positive and keep pushing forward.
You're gonna need it
Maintaining a positive outlook and inner strength is crucial to your success.
Little something gonna ease you mind
There may be a solution available to you that will provide some peace of mind.
I think I can get it coz I see that you're in need of divine
I believe that I may have the answer as I sense that you are in need of spiritual guidance or intervention.
Get get gone
It's time to leave behind any negative energy or situations.
Some may think they got it
Others may believe they have achieved success when, in reality, they haven't.
But they're just dreamers like me and you
These individuals are simply dreamers like you and me, striving for success.
Don't get told, find it out, before they tell you to
Don't wait for someone else to dictate your path to success, discover it for yourself.
Please find it out, before they need you to
Take the initiative to find your own way before it becomes necessary for someone else to show you.
You gonna read it in the shops
Success may seem readily available or advertised, but it may not always be what it seems.
In the hallways, restroom, in every city stop
Messages and signs hinting at an easy path to success may be found everywhere, but be wary.
But I can tell you that it's not
Despite what may seem like a shortcut, the true path to success may be difficult and full of challenges.
What's what of who's who, it's who's who and not what
Success is not based on material possessions or status, but on the people one surrounds oneself with.
Stand up not straight go find the line
Be resilient in the face of adversity, stay focused and align yourself with your goals.
You know best don't throw yourself to the lions
Trust your instincts and don't expose yourself to situations that could harm you or your dreams.
Get get gone
Remain focused on your goals, put aside any doubt or negativity, and keep pushing forward.
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@BriNic317
Love it. Never seen it before. I need to see a full show with Florence Ballard.
@lillianmunster4734
Please and Thank You
I would like to see a full show of FLO also 👏
@jamescummings6964
With those cute sailor hats, I'd've LOVED to hear the girls sing the theme to "Gilligan's Island!"
@Slaychelle
Oh my God, where do you get all these gems? Thanks so much for posting!
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+Slaychelle I'm glad you like my uploads! Some of that stuff I upload, have always been hidden on the Internet, some videos I downloaded some years ago before YouTube pulled of from the air, and other things some fans send me via e-mail :)
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Thanks for collecting and reposting so many. I have some I downloaded years back but there are many I missed which I thought I'd never see again ^__^
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+Slaychelle Stay tuned! I'm still looking for other rare things, such as the full Documentary of The Supremes in The Orient '67 ;)
@Slaychelle
Oh wow looking forward to those! Thanks again. I'm hoping one day to come across any of Flo's solo appearances like Swingin' Time from '68 Supremes Videos
@ABALLAM3
Another Supremes connection to Vancouver at 0:10. I love how they came to the Canadian West Coast.