The group formed in Los Angeles, California, and originally consisted of Janice Marie Johnson (vocals, bass), Hazel Payne (vocals, guitar), Perry Kibble (keyboards) and Donald Johnson (drums).
Their first single, "Boogie Oogie Oogie," from their self-titled debut album A Taste of Honey, tapped into the popular disco style and spent three weeks at number one (#1) on the Hot 100 in 1978.
The group were awarded a platinum record for this single and went on the win the Grammy Award for Best New Artist (as was previously mentioned).
Their subsequent disco releases, such as "Do It Good" (#79 in 1979) from Another Taste and "Rescue Me" (1980) failed to attract attention, and by 1980 the group had reduced to a duo consisting of Janice Marie Johnson and Hazel Payne.
When recording their cover version of the Kyu Sakamoto song "Sukiyaki" (from their third album- Twice As Sweet, released in 1980) they resisted suggestions to turn it into a dance tune, and as a soft and simple ballad it brought them the second and final major hit of their careers in 1981, when it reached number one (#1) on the Billboard R&B and Adult Contemporary charts and number three (#3) on Hot 100. The group were awarded a gold record for this single.
A Taste of Honey released their final major album, Ladies of the Eighties in 1982. It featured their final Billboard Hot 100 charting single "I'll Try Something New" (#41).
Although their popularity waned in the early 1980s and beyond, both Janice Marie Johnson and Hazel Payne have remained periodically active in the music business and each of the two released solo albums after their group's success.
This Love Of Ours
A Taste Of Honey Lyrics
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But none compared to this love of ours
You and I can touch the sky
If only we try with this love of ours (Of ours)
This love of ours
Like the sun setting in the sea
We belong together naturally, ah, ah
Ah
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
(This love of ours)
If you believe like I believe
Then we'll go down, down in history (History)
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
(This love of ours)
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
(This love of ours)
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
(This love of ours)
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
The song "This Love of Ours" by A Taste of Honey speaks of the uniqueness and strength of the love between the two lovers. The singer acknowledges that they have had previous love affairs, but none can compare to the love that they share with their current partner. The chorus highlights the potential of their love to reach great heights, to touch the sky, if they both put in the effort. The lyrics compare their love to the natural and undeniable pairing of the sun setting into the sea.
The repetition of "Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh" throughout the song emphasizes the depth of the singer's love and admiration for their partner. The final line about going down in history demonstrates the singer's belief that the love they share is worthy of being remembered and celebrated for generations to come.
Overall, the song delivers a message of the beauty and power of deep, committed love. The singer encourages their partner to believe in their love and trust that they can make it something special that will not only last but be remembered.
Line by Line Meaning
I've had my share of love affairs
I have been in multiple relationships before
But none compared to this love of ours
However, this love I have with you is incomparable to my past relationships
You and I can touch the sky
Together with you, we can reach the highest of heights
If only we try with this love of ours (Of ours)
We can achieve great things if we put in the effort and dedication into our relationship
This love of ours
Our love is special and unique
Like the sun setting in the sea
Our relationship is a natural fit, like the beautiful sight of the sun setting in the sea
We belong together naturally, ah, ah
We are meant to be together and it comes naturally to us
If you believe like I believe
If you share the same beliefs as me
Then we'll go down, down in history (History)
Our love will be remembered for generations to come and we will make history
Baby, huh, uh-huh, uh-huh, huh
Endearing term for lover or partner
Writer(s): Janice Marie Johnson, Hazel P Payne
Contributed by Joseph H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.