Their hits include “Shooting Star,” “Bad Company,” “Feel Like Makin’ Love,” “Rock ‘N’ Roll Fantasy,” "Ready for Love," and “Can’t Get Enough,” most of which are off of the albums Straight Shooter and Bad Company.
In the mid 80`s Rodgers & Burrell left the band. New singer Brian Howe, who had worked with Ted Nugent earlier, made 4 albums with the band. Year 1990`s LP Holy water contained big hit "If you needed somebody". Their style was then more like melodic rock.
In mid 1990`s Howe left the band and solo artist Robert Hart replaced him. Also other guitarist Dave Colwell & basist Rick Wills joined to group. In 2000`s Paul Rodgers came back to make the new album with old band members Kirke, Ralphs & other guys. They got a hit with the song "Joe Fabulous" what was number 1 on Classic Rock Radio. After that recording all original members left the band and new line-up members came to band. Robert Hart became again the band´s singer.
Silver Blue and Gold
Bad Company Lyrics
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Now that you're gone my world is in shreds
Oh, you loved me and left me,
You took all the things that I needed so bad,
I'm standing here wondering where is the love that I had?
Oh, give me silver, blue and gold,
The colour of the sky I'm told,
My ray-ay-ain-bow is overdue
In the beginning, yeah,
There was something of love that was mine,
Now that it's gone, whoa, I'm cryin'
Oh, the time that it takes for a love to grow cold is a wonder to me,
I'm walkin' around with my head hangin' down
Tell me where is she?
Give me silver, blue and gold,
The colour of the sky I'm told,
My ray-ay-ain-bow is overdue
Don't forsake me 'cause I love you
Don't forsake me 'cause I love you
Give me silver, blue and gold,
The colour of the sky I'm told
My ray-ay-ain-bow is overdue
Give me silver, blue and gold,
The colour of the sky I'm told
My ray-ay-ain-bow is overdue
Now, give me silver, blue and gold,
The colour of the sky I'm told
My ray-ay-ain-bow is overdue, yeah
Oh, don't forsake me 'cause I love you
Don't forsake me 'cause I love you, yeah
The lyrics to Bad Company's song "Silver Blue & Gold" tell the story of a person who was deeply in love with someone but ended up being left heartbroken. At the beginning, the singer believed every word their lover said, but when they left, their world became shreds. They're left wondering where the love they had went and what happened. The time it took for that love to become so cold is a wonder to them, and they're left walking around with their head hanging down, hoping to find their lost love. They then ask for the colors silver, blue, and gold, describing them as the colors of the sky, and that their "ray-ay-ain-bow" is overdue. The last line repeats the plea for their lost love not to forsake them because they loved them.
The lyrics express deep emotions of love, loss, and longing for someone who left. The colors silver, blue, and gold represent the beauty and hope they once saw in their lover, and their "ray-ay-ain-bow" being described as overdue symbolizes the hope and desire for their love to return. The repeated plea not to forsake them because they love the person so much further emphasizes the strength of their feelings and their desire for their love to be reciprocated.
Line by Line Meaning
In the beginning, I believed every word that you said
There was a time when I had faith in everything you said
Now that you're gone my world is in shreds
After you left, my life fell apart
Oh, you loved me and left me
You were once in love with me, but now you're gone
You took all the things that I needed so bad
You left me with nothing, even the things I desperately required
I'm standing here wondering where is the love that I had?
I am confused and lost, wondering where my once-love has gone?
Oh, give me silver, blue and gold
I need the colors of the sky as they are calming and beautiful
The colour of the sky I'm told
I have heard that the colors of the sky represent moments of serenity
My ray-ay-ain-bow is overdue
I am long overdue for a moment of happiness
In the beginning, yeah, there was something of love that was mine
I used to have something special with you
Now that it's gone, whoa, I'm cryin'
The loss of our love has brought me to tears
Oh, the time that it takes for a love to grow cold is a wonder to me
It's amazing how quickly love can fade away; I can't believe it
I'm walkin' around with my head hangin' down
I'm feeling lost and dejected
Tell me where is she?
Can you tell me where my love has gone?
Don't forsake me 'cause I love you
Please don't abandon me, as I still love you
Give me silver, blue and gold
I need the colors of the sky to heal my broken heart
Now, give me silver, blue and gold
I still need those colors to help me move on
Oh, don't forsake me 'cause I love you
Again, please don't leave me because I still have feelings for you
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PAUL RODGERS, PAUL BERNARD RODGERS
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@sdriza
Heard this as a kid, loved it, eventually forgot it...
Years past, I grew up and took a 100% travel job when I was first married (couldn't pass up the money)...
There were a couple years around 04' and 05' where American Airlines played this during takeoffs and landings - brought back memories of my youth...
Now I hear it and think about just how much time I spent away from my wife and kids in those early years...
Enjoy the ride - it goes quick.
@texasoutlawbl57
In the beginning, I believed every word that you said,
Now that you're gone my world is in shreds
Oh, you loved me and left me,
You took all the things that I needed so bad,
I'm standing here wondering where is the love that I had?
Oh, give me silver, blue and gold,
The colour of the sky I'm told,
My ray-ay-ain-bow is overdue
In the beginning, yeah,
There was something of love that was mine,
Now that it's gone, whoa, I'm cryin'
Oh, the time that it takes for a love to grow cold is a wonder to me,
I'm walkin' around with my head hangin' down
Tell me where is she?
Give me silver, blue and gold,
The colour of the sky I'm told,
My ray-ay-ain-bow is overdue
Don't forsake me 'cause I love you
Don't forsake me 'cause I love you
Give me silver, blue and gold,
The colour of the sky I'm told
My ray-ay-ain-bow is overdue
Give me silver, blue and gold,
The colour of the sky I'm told
My ray-ay-ain-bow is overdue
Now, give me silver, blue and gold,
The colour of the sky I'm told
My ray-ay-ain-bow is overdue, yeah
Oh, don't forsake me 'cause I love you
Don't forsake me 'cause I love you, yeah
@donfrandsen7778
As i sit in my twilight , at 55
A disabled veteran, single father of 2 young kids.
This song , just reafirms the reality of how good the past was , 70s, 80s
And how much as a nation we have fallen .
Lord God this song hits a cord of yearning , i miss my Dad, my mom
Its a miracle , kids
Growing old, but its lonely
This song , is amazing and prefect in its yearning , sadness
God bless America....jesus we are waiting for your return
AMEN!!!!!
@debrarichey4380
I'm 68 yrs old and grew up in the 70's. To this day, 70's artists are still the best music ever recorded!!!! Bad Company was and still is one of the best bands!! Never get tired of their music and brings back great times and FUN !!!
@davidhina7957
Am 61 and I cant agree more. Todays music is mostly crap
@jolenejones6243
Couldn't agree more.
@jeffmurray4252
65 yrs old. Love this song!!! I haven't heard it in a long time. I understand the passion for this classic 70s music! I listen to some probably everyday, an am a little bit of a musician, too. I discovered a couple of bands here in the last few years that have been making great music for over 20 years! Let me introduce you to Nightwish, Delain, Lacuna Coil, Flyleaf, Beyond the Black and even some Joe Bonamassa band with Paul Rodgers, for example... enjoy! Don't be afraid to explore.
@drdvs69
You sir , are correct !
@marcfranklin112
I'm 40 so sort of discovering Bad Company for the first time around, although I knew Free well. I have a question - how on earth is Bad Company NOT talked about as one of the greatest rock bands of all time? Amazing melodies, vocals, musicianship. Why don't they have a bigger profile??
@josephorzolek2623
I think this is Bad Company's best song. It's unfortunate it sees so little airplay on classic rock stations. I love Shooting Star and Can't Get Enough of Your Love, but this song should be played way more.
@larvt
I totally agree with you
@tonydelfrano7858
Agreed
@billbiggs765
This one and Seagull