He first became famous as a house singer on the television series Shindig! from 1964 to 1966. For several years, he tried to record singles and break out into the music industry, but he did not have much luck until he earned a role as a bashful, stammering logger on the television series Here Come the Brides.
In 1969, his first gold single, "Little Woman", became popular, peaking at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and spending nine weeks in the top 20, effectively cementing his status as a performer popular with teenage girls. His other hits were "Julie (Do Ya Love Me)", "Easy Come, Easy Go", "Jennifer" , "La La La" and "The Drum" (written by Alan O'Day).
In 1971, after a high-rated appearance on The Partridge Family, he was given his own show on ABC, called Getting Together. The show was up against All in the Family on Saturday nights and due to the tough competition, the show was canceled after just thirteen episodes. However, both the television series and the hit theme song of the same name landed a number of cover stories on teenage magazines such as Tiger Beat.
In 1972, his first son was born, with another son following in 1974. Sherman guest-starred in several episodes of the Jack Webb series, Emergency!, and found a new calling. It was at this time that Sherman focused more on his personal life, eventually leaving the public spotlight. He soon volunteered with the Los Angeles Police Department, focusing on paramedic, CPR, and first aid classes. He is also a full-fledged San Bernardino County sheriff. According to Sherman, "I've been bestowed a mountain of blessings. I felt a need to start giving back." The entertainer has been given several awards for his humanitarian efforts.
Seattle
Bobby Sherman Lyrics
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And the hills the greenest green in Seattle
Like a beautiful child growing up free and wild
Full of hopes and full of fears
Full of laughter full of tears
Full of dreams to last the years in Seattle
In Seattle
It's the hardest thing a boy can ever do
And you pray that you will find
Someone warm and sweet and kind
But you're not sure what's waiting there for you
The bluest skies you've ever seen in Seattle
And the hills the greenest green in Seattle
Like a beautiful child growing up free and wild
Full of hopes and full of fears
Full of laughter full of tears
Full of dreams to last the years in Seattle
In Seattle
When you find your own true love
You will know it
By her smile, by the look in her eye
Scent of pine trees in the air
Never knew a day so fair
It makes you feel so good
That you could cry
The bluest skies you've ever seen in Seattle
And the hills the greenest green in Seattle
Like a beautiful child growing up free and wild
Full of hopes and full of fears
Full of laughter full of tears
Full of dreams to last the years in Seattle
In Seattle
The song Seattle by Bobby Sherman is a nostalgic ballad that celebrates the beauty, hope, and freedom associated with the city. In the first verse, the song describes the magnificent blue skies and green hills that Seattle is famous for. The lyrics metaphorically liken the growing and changing city to a "beautiful child" that is free-spirited and full of life. The second verse talks about leaving home and loved ones, and the challenge of finding someone warm, sweet, and kind in the unknown territory.
The chorus of the song reinforces the beauty of Seattle and the myriad emotions and hopes that it evokes. The lyrics describe the city as a place that is full of laughter, tears, dreams, and fears. The song also captures the optimism and happiness of finding true love, which is symbolized by the scent of pine trees and the fair weather that makes the singer feel so good that he could cry.
In summary, Bobby Sherman's Seattle is a warm, gentle, and optimistic song that captures the essence of the city's beauty, freedom, and hope, as well as the challenges and emotions associated with leaving home and finding love.
Line by Line Meaning
The bluest skies you've ever seen in Seattle
Seattle has beautiful blue skies that are unparalleled.
And the hills the greenest green in Seattle
The hills of Seattle are lush with the greenest shade of green.
Like a beautiful child growing up free and wild
Seattle is like a beautiful child growing up without any restrictions or pressure.
Full of hopes and full of fears
Seattle is full of people with aspirations and anxieties.
Full of laughter full of tears
People in Seattle experience a range of emotions, joy and sorrow alike.
Full of dreams to last the years in Seattle
Seattle is filled with people who have long-term goals and aspirations.
In Seattle
This is where all the above attributes belong.
When it's time to leave your home and your loved ones
Leaving one's family and hometown is one of the hardest things a person can do.
It's the hardest thing a boy can ever do
Boys in particular find it especially difficult to leave their homes.
And you pray that you will find
When leaving home, there is an element of uncertainty, so one may pray or hope to find something better elsewhere.
Someone warm and sweet and kind
People hope to find someone welcoming, friendly, or nice when they move to a new place.
But you're not sure what's waiting there for you
Despite one's hopes and prayers, there is always an element of uncertainty when leaving home and starting a new life elsewhere.
When you find your own true love
When someone finds their true love, they will know it.
You will know it
There will be no doubt in one's mind when they find their true love.
By her smile, by the look in her eye
One can recognize their true love by the way they smile or look at them.
Scent of pine trees in the air
Seattle's air is fresh and smells of pine trees.
Never knew a day so fair
There is nothing more beautiful than a sunny day in Seattle.
It makes you feel so good
The beauty of Seattle can make one feel excited or happy.
That you could cry
One may feel such strong emotions of joy or contentment that they feel like crying.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JACK KELLER, HUGH MONTENEGRO, ERNIE SHELDON
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