Created in 1969 by songwriter and record producer Tony Hiller, Brotherhood of Man was initially an umbrella title for a frequently-changing line-up of session singers. Early on, they scored a worldwide hit with the song "United We Stand". By 1973 the concept had run its course and Hiller formed a definite four-member line-up consisting of Martin Lee, Lee Sheriden, Nicky Stevens and Sandra Stevens. This version of the group went on to score many hits around the world in the mid to late 1970s including "Kiss Me Kiss Your Baby", "Angelo", "Oh Boy (The Mood I'm In)" and "Figaro". They achieved perhaps their biggest success in their native UK with three number one singles and four top twenty albums. The group under this line-up still continues, performing shows throughout Europe. Altogether, they have released 16 studio albums, with worldwide sales topping 15 million records.
After winning Eurovision, they had a string of hits in the UK, but long-term, continued success, proved to be elusive. Nevertheless, the triple chart topping UK vocal group, formed by record producer / composer, Tony Hiller, and which originally featured the well-travelled vocalist, Tony Burrows, broke the voting record for Eurovision, and sold well over 1 million copies of "Save Your Kisses For Me". Speaking with Songfacts about their #1 hit "Angelo" in a 2011 interview, Tony Hillier said: "Angelo, very simply, was based on perhaps the greatest love stories of all time, Romeo and Juliet. The beautiful young daughter of the richest man in the country and the handsome labourer working on the estate - they died for love."
"Save Your Kisses For Me" was nominated as one of final five finalists in the 50th anniversary Eurovision concert held in Copenhagen, Denmark, in October 2005.
Members
Nicky Stevens (born on 3 December 1951, in Carmarthen, Wales).
Sandra Stevens (23 November 1949, in Leeds, Yorkshire).
Martin Lee (26 November 1949, in Surrey).
Lee Sheriden (11 April 1949, in Bristol).
United We Stand
Brotherhood of Man Lyrics
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Then with you my love
And there's nothing in the world that I would rather see
Than your smiles, my love
For united we stand, divided we fall
And if our backs should ever be against the wall
We'll be together, together, you and I
For united we stand, divided we fall
And if our backs should ever be against the wall
We'll be together, together, you and I
And if the world around you falls apart, my love
Then I'll still be here
And if the going gets too hard along the way
Just you call, I'll hear
For united we stand, divided we fall
And if our backs should ever be against the wall
We'll be together, together, you and I
For united we stand, divided we fall
And if our backs should ever be against the wall
We'll be together, together, you and I
For united we stand, divided we fall
And if our backs should ever be against the wall
We'll be together, together
The Brotherhood of Manโs song โUnited We Standโ is a beautiful love song that explores the power of unity and togetherness. The first verse starts with the singer saying that thereโs nowhere else theyโd rather be in the world other than with their loved one. They find happiness and joy in the sight of their smiles. Then the chorus begins with the phrase โUnited we stand, divided we fall.โ The singer emphasizes that being together is the key to overcoming adversity. They will be there for their loved one and back them up "against the wall" in hard times.
The singer then continues to sing that they will still be by their loved oneโs side even if the world around them falls apart. The love they share is strong enough to endure any type of obstacle. Even if the going gets tough, the singer will always be there to support their partner. The second time the chorus is repeated, it reinforces the sentiment that the two of them are stronger together. The lyrics end with a final repetition of โFor united we stand, divided we fall, and if our backs should ever be against the wall, weโll be together, together, you and I.โ
Line by Line Meaning
There's nowhere in the world that I would rather be
I am happiest with you by my side
Then with you my love
Your presence is all I need for happiness
And there's nothing in the world that I would rather see
Your smile is the most beautiful thing I can think of
Than your smiles, my love
Your happiness is my ultimate goal
For united we stand, divided we fall
We are stronger when we are together and weaker when we are apart
And if our backs should ever be against the wall
If we face difficulties, we will face them together
We'll be together, together, you and I
Our unity is unwavering
And if the world around you falls apart, my love
Even if everything else fails, I will still stand by your side
Then I'll still be here
I will not abandon you
And if the going gets too hard along the way
Even if the journey becomes difficult, I will not leave you behind
Just you call, I'll hear
I will always be there to help you when you need me
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Goodison, Tony Hiller
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Linda Scott
To our dear Brothers and Sisters in America - STAND STRONG and make THIS SONG your anthem!!! We are all ONE!!! LOVE,LIGHT and TRUTH will REIGN! with much love and light from your Aussie friends xoxox
Marcelo Gutman
You too brother
john tobin
We may be divided at the moment but let someone attack us may god help their souls.
Jim O'Connor
I love my Aussie friends, but they love me when I leave for some reason
Jim O'Connor
@Tami Ball Me either, can we go get a pizza?
Robin Martz
This is my prayer for America. We have been divided for too long
Keepsmiling
This song should be played on every speaker all over the world!!!! Remember people! United we stand!
Keepsmiling
@brother code this has nothing to do with politics. Wow I'm sad for you. It's about standing together to fight for our freedom. We all bleed red. We are all human.
Lauren
It really rings true today as we watch our Canadian neighbors standing up for freedom
glen burtnik
Actually, it's a love song.