The original trio comprised of American Andrew Thomas, British John McInerney, and Jamaican Trevor Taylor - the original lead vocalist. The debut single L.O.V.E In My Car failed to make an impression in the pop charts but the follow-up You're A Woman was a massive success, reaching the top 10 in many European countries.
Trevor Taylor provided the lead vocal for the group's early hit singles including You're A Woman and Pretty Young Girl. The 1987 single Come Back And Stay was the first to feature John McInerney on lead vocal. Although the track was originally recorded as demo with Trevor Taylor's voice, the producers subjectively chose John McInerney's version. This created tension within the group which ultimately lead to Trevor Taylor's departure. John McInerney went on to perform lead vocal on the vast majority of Bad Boys Blue's output.
The group became massively popular in Eastern Europe, with the band performing to sell-out crowds in Russia and the Ukraine. In contrast the group never charted in the UK and their only charting USA single was Save Your Love.
The group has experienced numerous line up changes. In 1988 Trevor Taylor left the group - a year after being practically demoted to backup singer - but was asked to rejoin the group the following year just for recording sessions of Hungry for Love single that was to be featured on the group's first compilation album Bad Boys Best. Trevor Taylor's departure permanently secured John McInerney's position as the band's new lead vocalist. Trevor Taylor was replaced by Trevor Bannister. Trevor Bannister left in 1993 and the remaining two members performed as a duo. Mo Russel joined the group in 1995. In 1999 Kevin McCoy (stage name JoJo Max) replaced Mo Russel by joining Bad Boys Blue fulltime after being the group's rapper since 1998, but left in early 2003 leaving Bad Boys Blue as a duo again. However, in 2006, Kevin McCoy rejoined Andrew Thomas' Bad Boys Blue line-up (see below).
In 2005 Thomas and McInerney split under less than amicable circumstances. Carlos Ferreira joined John McInerney in 2006 and new material is said to be forthcoming from this, presently Poland-based, duo. Andrew Thomas also formed a version of Bad Boys Blue with former member Kevin McCoy and singer Herb McCoy but they are not signed to any record label. The question of who gets to officially use the Bad Boys Blue brand name has not yet been resolved.
Under The Boardwalk
Bad Boys Blue Lyrics
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And your shoes get so hot.
You wish your entire feet were fireproof.
Under the boardwalk - down by the sea.
On the blanket with my baby is where I'll be.
Under the boardwalk. Out of the sun.
Under the boardwalk. We'll be having some fun.
Under the boardwalk. We'll be making love.
Under the boardwalk. Boardwalk.
From the park you hear the happy sound of the carousal.
You can almost taste the hot dogs and french fries they sell.
Under the boardwalk - down by the sea, yeah.
On the blanket with my baby is where I'll be.
Under the boardwalk. Out of the sun.
Under the boardwalk. We'll be having some fun.
Under the boardwalk. People walking above.
Under the boardwalk. We'll be making love.
Under the boardwalk. Boardwalk.
The song "Under the Boardwalk" by Bad Boys Blue is a cover of The Drifters' 1964 hit of the same name. The lyrics describe the joys of escaping from the scorching heat of the sun and retreating to the coolness of the boardwalk by the sea. The singer mentions the discomfort of walking on the hot pavement in shoes and yearns for the ability to be "fireproof" from the heat. The boardwalk provides a perfect escape as it is shaded and cool, offering an ideal spot to be with his lover under the blanket. The lyrics convey a sense of romantic intimacy as they describe the two lovers making love under the boardwalk while people walk above.
The lyrics also describe the park near the boardwalk, where the sound of a carousel can be heard, and the smell of hot dogs and french fries fills the air. The imagery presented in the song strongly evokes memories of summer vacations and youthful romance.
Overall, "Under the Boardwalk" is a nostalgic, romantic song that celebrates the simple pleasures of summer.
Line by Line Meaning
When the sun beats down and burns atop upon the roof.
It is a hot day and the sun is scorching the rooftop.
And your shoes get so hot.
It's incredibly hot that even shoes become hot to the touch.
You wish your entire feet were fireproof.
It would be nice if the feet were immune to the heat.
Under the boardwalk - down by the sea.
Going down by the beach and under the boardwalk.
On the blanket with my baby is where I'll be.
Lying on a blanket with a loved one is where they will spend their time.
Under the boardwalk. Out of the sun.
Being under the boardwalk provides relief from the heat.
Under the boardwalk. We'll be having some fun.
Enjoying the time spent under the boardwalk.
Under the boardwalk. People walking above.
Others are walking on the boardwalk above them.
Under the boardwalk. We'll be making love.
Intimacy will happen under the boardwalk.
Under the boardwalk. Boardwalk.
Restating their location, under the boardwalk.
From the park you hear the happy sound of the carousal.
There is a carousel in the park and its music can be heard.
You can almost taste the hot dogs and french fries they sell.
The food being sold at the park smells delicious.
Under the boardwalk - down by the sea, yeah.
Reiterating their location, under the boardwalk by the sea.
On the blanket with my baby is where I'll be.
Once again, stating their plan to be on a blanket with their loved one.
Under the boardwalk. Out of the sun.
They are still enjoying the coolness under the boardwalk.
Under the boardwalk. We'll be having some fun.
They will continue to enjoy themselves under the boardwalk.
Under the boardwalk. People walking above.
Others are still walking on the boardwalk above them.
Under the boardwalk. We'll be making love.
Reiterating their intention for intimacy under the boardwalk.
Under the boardwalk. Boardwalk.
Once again, restating their location.
Contributed by Gabriel G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Junia Romam de Souza
Lindissimooooooooo 🔝🔝🔝🔝🔝🔝 Brasil passa nem perto disso
Raimundo Antonio da silva
ESSE SOM É MASSA PRA CARAMBA .ESSES CARA TOCA MUITO ..EU CURTO DEMAIS !!!...
Junia Romam de Souza
Dimaissss
Seja sua melhor versão
Somos 2
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chape terror
Isso que e musica nao essa dor de barriga de hoje nos eramos felizes e não sabiamos
Mog Moogle
Awesome, still in 2018!! Great band!!
Andre Loretto
A uns 20, 25 anos atrás comecei a trabalhar com cara Aki onde moro com sonorização de festas e bailes,lembro como agora ele rodava essa música sempreq saudades pessoal,só que viveu e q sabe o q tô dizendo era lindo,a galera nós passinhos q pena q passou😢😢😭😭
Markku Ilomäki
This is one of my childhood favourites.
Giva Schuch
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