Formed in Brooklyn, New York in 1968.
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Formed in Brooklyn, New York in 1968.
Brass Construction were the brainchild of keyboards player and singer Randy Muller (b. Guyana). In 1975, their debut album changed the face of dance music and is still a huge influence some 30 years on.
Randy originally formed the band in Brooklyn, New York, under the name of Dynamic Soul. Renamed Brass Construction, the nine-piece group were signed by United Artists in 1975.
The members included:
Michael Grudge (b. Jamaica) and Jesse Ward Jnr. (saxophones)
Wayne Parris (b. Jamaica) and Morris Price (trumpets)
Joseph Arthur Wong (b. Trinidad; guitar)
Wade Williamson (bass)
Larry Payton (drums)
and percussionist Sandy Billups
With their tight horn section and brief, chanted vocals, the group's first release, 'Movin', topped the R & B charts and was a pop Top 20 hit. It was followed by 'Changin', 'Ha Cha Cha' (From Brass Construction II) and 'L-O-V-E U', which were all best-sellers.
Jeff Lane produced Brass Construction's albums up until the 1982 'Attitudes' set, at which point Randy Muller took over the production chores. Brass Construction's albums all sold well and they even endured the lightweight Disco era.
Randy also wrote for and produced New York disco group Skyy and was the string arranger for the group B.T Express.The group moved into the 80's with less pop hits, however, club interest was as high as ever.
The remix craze brought numerous versions of their early hits into the clubs in 1988, including 'Ha Cha Cha (Acieed Mix)'. Randy then moved into producing one off 12" singles including B.C. Underground's 'Let The World Dance'.
Incidentally, Randy Muller is a classically trained flautist and has recorded a classical album utilising the instrument.
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Walkin' The Line
Brass Construction Lyrics
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got a thing for suzie she's got a thing for me two what am i going to do?
walkin the line
loving two women at the same time
what am i going to do?
got a thing for Larry she's got a thing for me two what am i going to do?
loving two men at the same time
what am i going to do?
The lyrics to Brass Construction's song Walkin' The Line tell the story of a person who finds themselves in a difficult situation of loving multiple people simultaneously. The lyrics showcase the internal conflict and confusion of the person as they try to navigate the complex emotions of love, desire, and commitment. The first verse talks about loving two women, Miya and Suzie, but being unsure of how to proceed. The chorus, "walkin the line," is a metaphorical representation of the delicate balancing act of trying to maintain a relationship with two different people.
The second verse brings in two more characters, Jessie and Larry, and gives the scenario a gender flip. The lyrics show that the person is not just conflicted by the gender of the people they love but is struggling with duplicity and dishonesty. The repeated question, "what am I going to do?" is a cry for help or for a solution, butultimately it seems there is no clear or simple answer. The song could be interpreted as a commentary on the complications that arise when people are not honest with themselves or their partners about their feelings and desires.
Line by Line Meaning
im in love with miya she's in love with when we get together
I have a deep affection for Miya and she feels the same when we spend time together.
got a thing for suzie she's got a thing for me two what am i going to do?
I am attracted to Suzie and she reciprocates, but I am torn because I have feelings for someone else.
walkin the line
I am trying to balance the conflicting emotions and desires of loving multiple people at once.
loving two women at the same time
I am experiencing romantic love for two women simultaneously.
what am i going to do?
I am uncertain about how to handle this complex situation and make a decision.
im in love with Jessie he's in love with when we get together
I am deeply in love with Jessie and he feels the same way when we are together.
got a thing for Larry she's got a thing for me two what am i going to do?
I am attracted to Larry and she reciprocates, but I am struggling to reconcile this with my love for Jessie.
loving two men at the same time
I am experiencing romantic love for two men at the same time.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RANDY MULLER
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