1: This g… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least six bands/artists with the name Change:
1: This great band is one of the best, but also one of the most underrated ensembles in the soul, disco and R&B genres during the first half of the 80s. They created a catchy, smooth and polished disco, and later R&B and pop funk sound, with a touch of heaven. Here is the story about the group that might let them shine a little bit longer and perhaps do so for new music lovers as well, they certainly deserve it!
It all started in 1979 with a nameless musical project. The name was finally agreed as "Change", a perfect name considering the coming changes of the number of projects in GMP Petrus decided to keep. The main forces behind Change was the Italian Davide Romani, that had joined GMP in 1977 as a self-taught bass guitar player, and fellow countryman Paolo Gianolio on guitar, with a solid classic guitar education behind him. Romani himself also wants to give a great deal of credit to another Italian musician, Rudy Trevisi, that played a more important role for Change than most people know. Romani didn't write anything in the first few years with GMP but got the greatest chance of his life on this new project after Petrus had persuaded him to compose some tracks despite the fact that Romani hadn't composed anything before. It turned out to be a very lucky strike for both Petrus and Romani. Together with Malavsi, Gianolio and Garfield they wrote all the tracks on the debut.
The only things left to do for Petrus was to find the singers and writers of the lyrics as the Italians hardly spoke any English. For that Petrus looked overseas, towards the USA. Soon he found guys like Wayne Garfield, that also (co-)wrote some tracks, and Tanyanette Willoughby for the lyrics and the two main vocalists in Luther Vandross and Jocelyn Brown.
It was Vandross that caught Petrus' attention after Petrus had heard Vandross's singing in a Coca-Cola ad spot.
Vandross, it was said, had a highly sensitive, emotional and expressive voice. Petrus began an almost immediate search to hire Vandross, who had earlier been a well-appreciated background singer for artists like Roberta Flack, David Bowie and Chic, and who had worked with highly successful and famous commercial advertisement firms for radio and television and had also been singing in the adult choir in the film "The Wiz" in 1978.
Vandross, it is widely known, had even released two rarely heard albums on the Cotillion record label imprint under the group name "Luther" in 1976 and 1977, but both of the albums, despite hitting the charts with one single from the debut becoming a very minor hit, didn't reach any great public or critical interest, and both records soon vanished into the flood of music industry legend.
This work on the first album of Change became Luther Vandross' big breakthrough, and opened up the road of incredible fame and commercial success as a "(second try)" solo artist with the strong debut, "Never Too Much" in 1981 on Epic Records label.
With that release and many others to come, Vandross became one of the biggest soul stars during the 80s and 90s.
Vandross realized his value when negotiating with Petrus and expressed two demands to him before joining in. He wanted the have full control of the recording process of his voice and be able to stop whenever he wanted if he wasn't satisfied with the recordings, and secondly to be credited as the main vocalist, something Petrus originally hadn't planned to do. Both demands were accepted. This was a bigger catch than anyone could ever imagine.
Jocelyn Brown, on her side, had made even deeper footprints in the sand of music than Vandross. She had earlier been a member of the obscure disco group "Musique" and became one of the original members of the later well-known "Inner life" band in 1979, and scored with them incredible hits like the remake of the classic hit "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" in 1981, and the catchy "I Like It Like That" in 1982.
Brown certainly did possess valuable experiences from the similar kind of music that Petrus/Malavasi produced and was, like Vandross, a perfect pick. She was later married Shaw and was for a short time credited as a background singer with that name on albums by Change in 80 and 81.
But in 82 she was divorced from Shaw, and used her old name once again and became, under that name a successful solo star during the 80s. Her solo career included the tasteful debut in 1984 including the funky dance hit "Somebody Else's Guy".
Important to remember though, is that Change were, despite great singers and a huge "band potential", a studio concept. The fact corresponded well with the stylish cubist album cover made by Frank Porto without any pictures or credits of Change being a band on the cover....
Albums:
Change - The Glow Of Love 1980
Change - Miracles 1981
Change - Sharing Your Love 1982
Change - This Is Your Time 1983
Change - Change of Heart 1984 (which prominently featured music production and arrangements from [a pre-Janet Jackson] Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis)
Change - Turn On Your Radio 1985
(Full Bio ---> http://www.jacquespetrus.com/change.htm)
2: Change is also the name of a rapper from San Diego, CA. Change is the co-founder of Giant Squid Records.
3: Change is also the name of a Christian rapper from Detroit, MI.
4: A glam rock band from the 1970s.
5.Psychedelic rock band. Also known as Clockwork, released a 45 in 1973 and a album.Also known as Jimmy and The SoulBlazers,,The Joneses.
Mike Bugara - gtr, vcls
Mike Duruttya - horns, vcls
Jim Korleski - vcls, keybd.
Bill McCrea - vcls, perc.
Jim Miller - hrmnca
John Sineri - drms
Dave Sorge - gtr
Gary Zeigler - bs
6: A straight-edge hardcore band from Seattle, WA. They released their debut LP "Closer Still" in 2020.
Heaven Of My Life
Change Lyrics
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My heart knows that we shall meet again some sweet day
And you, you will be the flame that burns in my breast
And oh, I know just by knowing you I was blessed,
Yes I was truly blessed
Heaven, Heaven, ooh waiting there for me
Heaven, Heaven, ooh always let it be
So why, tell me why the good die young my old friend
I pray that heaven waits for everyone in the end
And love, love is how we cross that bridge to the light
A star that is what you are in my darkest night
Be always by my side
Heaven, Heaven, ooh waiting there for me
Heaven, Heaven, ooh always let it be
Heaven, Heaven, ooh waiting there for me
Heaven, Heaven, ooh always let it be
The song "Heaven" by Change is a ballad that deals with the themes of love, loss, and healing. The opening lines describe a star shining far away in the universe, a metaphor for a lost loved one who has passed away. The singer's heart knows that they will meet again in the afterlife, and the memory of their love will continue to burn bright within them. The singer acknowledges that their time with the loved one was a blessing, and that even though they are gone, they will always be a part of their life.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea of the afterlife as a peaceful and joyful place, where the singer hopes to be reunited with their loved one. They express a desire for everyone to have a place in heaven, where they can find peace and happiness.
The final verse of the song reflects on the nature of love as a guiding force that helps people navigate the difficult moments in life. The singer sees their loved one as a star that shines even in the darkest moments, always there to light the way. They express a desire for their loved one to be with them always, providing comfort and support as they move forward.
Overall, "Heaven" is a powerful tribute to love and loss, expressing the deep emotions that come with the passing of a loved one and the hope for a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
A star shining in a universe far away
There is someone special in my life who is unique and separated from the rest of the world
My heart knows that we shall meet again some sweet day
My heart is confident that despite the distance, we will reunite again in the future
And you, you will be the flame that burns in my breast
You are the passion and fire that fuels my emotions and desires
And oh, I know just by knowing you I was blessed
Knowing you has been such a wonderful experience and I deeply cherish it
Yes I was truly blessed
I consider myself fortunate to have you in my life and I am truly grateful for it
Heaven, Heaven, ooh waiting there for me
I believe there is a special place in the afterlife for me to be reunited with you
Heaven, Heaven, ooh always let it be
I hope and pray that this reunion is always meant to be
So why, tell me why the good die young my old friend
I question why good people often pass away at a young age
I pray that heaven waits for everyone in the end
I hope that every person, regardless of their life's journey, is welcomed in the afterlife
And love, love is how we cross that bridge to the light
The power of love helps us navigate the journey from life to the afterlife
A star that is what you are in my darkest night
You are the guiding light that shines into my life during times of darkness and uncertainty
Be always by my side
I desire your comfort and support to accompany me throughout my life
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RONAN PADRAIG HARDIMAN, FRANK MUSKER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@virgilwyatt4632
@@doteck5.595 Sure. 1) Sister Sledge: "Thinking of You."(My #1)
2)Ashford & Simpson: "It Seems To Hang On." (My # 3, originally my # 1)
3)Change: Heaven Of My Life. (My # 2)
The rest are in no specific order. That's too hard to do because it's all so good. Even the top 3, I have to question the order. Here we go:
4)Donna Summer: "I Love You."
5)Alexander O'Neal: "What Is This Thing Called Love."
6)Rufus & Chaka Khan: "Dancing' For Your Love."
7)Sade: "Hold On To Your Love." (Added to the list today. Couldn't help it. Consider it a bonus track.)
8)Chante Moore: "I Started Crying." (Added to the list today. I forgot about this one when I did the original top ten list and I didn't have the heart to throw any of the others off the list. Consider it a mystery bonus since I have a feeling you've never heard it before.)
9)Paul McCartney & Wings: "Silly Love Songs." (The hook in this track sez it all, plain and simple.)
10)The Culture Club: Time Clock Of The Heart."
11)George Benson: "Love Will Come Again." (Ghostly backing vocals by my all time favorite female songstress.)
12)Change: "The Glow Of Love."
13)Change: "Let's Go Together."
14)T.S. Monk: "Candidate For Love." (Not of the original list that I misplaced; added today.)
15)Incognito: "Love Born In Flames." (Not of the original list that I misplaced. However this track I thought was the perfect track from my all time favorite group to make a contribution with. Added today without prejudice!)
16)Incognito: "Love Has Come Around." (Also added today. You're getting way more than my top 10!)
17)Paul Hardcastle: So Much In Love." ( This one is kinda laid by like Sade's "Hold On To Your Love" but it was too hard not to include. Sorry.
18) Sister Sledge: "One More Time."
19)Earth, Wind & Fire: "Fall In Love With Me."
20)Teena Marie: "I Need Your Lovin'. "
21)Kano: "Can't Stop Your Lovin'." (Wasn't sure about this one but I can't get it out of my head. I wake in the morning and it's in my head!)
22)Surface: Falling In Love."
23)52nd Street: "Tell Me."
24)Loose Ends: Stay A Little While, Child."
25)The Jones Girls: "Nights Over Egypt." (Tied with "Nights Over Egypt" by Incognito. Too hard to pick which of the two are the best.)
Your opinion may differ. I have more songs that would easily fit my category of "Fast Slow Jams." These tracks are met to catch you off guard. Most are best enjoyed as background music at a couples set at a backyard party. To first enjoy the true meaning of each track, my suggestion is that grab some of your favorite beverages, turn the lights down low and listen to each track in your own privacy or with one other person who really understands music and the affectionate feelings these songs attempt to convey. Then you'll understand me.
I want you to start this listening party off with the greatest SLOW jam that was NEVER a love song.
26) Al Hudson & One Way: "Back To Yesterday."
I hope you like this selection. I just couldn't stop at "10." Enjoy.
@jocharef
Très belle chanson 🙏👍
@oswaldomf5829
These basslines are so breathtaking, sexy, groovy and charming... No more words to describe that... Just love these dudes...
@jamesjackson7726
Man he tearing that bass up!!!! This new music can’t hold up to this. Change was so underrated as well. I Love Change!!!!
@erickgonzalez2132
Change wss the Best on disco❤❤❤❤❤❤
@rodneymutale3099
Excellent band they were. Had their own unique sound
@jasonharris3965
The bassline gets time to breathe....when the vocals come in, the pocket is LUSH. Just sophisticated soaring funk....can't get enough of this.
@thenowschool
100%...wow
@JOEL-nx8yz
Beautiful smooth funk.. one of the greatest soul voices taking flight.
@castoruz6659
You re completely right. But: the bassist has a name? Which is his name? Is he a anonimous bassist? A paria?
@rickjason1786
@@castoruz6659 My thoughts exactly.