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.
The Glow Of Love
Change Lyrics
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And the beauty seems to say
It's a pleasure when you treasure
All that's new and true and gay
Easy livin' and we're givin'
What we know we're dreamin' of
We are one havin' fun
Walking, ooh, whoa, ho oh whoa
Smilin' faces, goin' places
It's a wonder, it's so clear
By a fountain, climbin' mountains
As we'll hold each other near
Sippin' wine, we try to find
That special magic from above
As we share our affair
Talkin' in the glow of love
Oh, oh, ooh
In the glow of love
Ooh ooh ooh
(Here in glow of love) you're a shinin' star
(Here in glow of love) no matter who you are
(Here in glow of love) so I want to let you know you move me (here in glow of love), yeah, yeah
(There is no better way to be) hold me, caress me
(I'm yours forever and a day) we are a sweet bouquet, ey, hey
(Seasons for happiness are here) can you feel it all around you
(Reason we're filled with cheer is we're in rapture it in the glow) of love
Finding meaning while we're dreaming
Of the splendor of it all
We're surrounded and abound
It's summer, winter, spring and fall
All the people meeting people
Laughing, dancin' till the dawn
And we'll always be like this
Glowing in the glow of love
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
In the glow of love
Ooh ooh ooh
(Here in glow of love) gotta let you know you move me, yeah
(Here in glow of love) you really, really do, yeah
(Here in glow of love) I gotta let you know you move me, yeah
(Here in glow of love) oh, whoa, whoa
(There is no better way to be) hold you, love you
(I'm yours forever and a day) we are a sweet bouquet
(Seasons for happiness are here) happy we're so happy, yeah
(Reason we're filled with cheer is we'll imagine it in the glow) of love
Never lonely with you only
Time will always be our friend
Reaching far to find a star
Our destiny is heaven sent
Making known this lovin' tone
We'll never part, the two of us
We'll always reminisce
Kissin' in the glow of love
In the glow of love
Flower's bloomin', mornin' dew
And the beauty seems to say
It's a pleasure when you treasure
All that's new and true and gay
Easy livin' and we're givin'
What we know we're dreamin' of
We are one havin' fun
Walkin' in the glow of love
Yeah hey
The lyrics to Change's song The Glow Of Love speak about the joy and excitement of being with someone you love. The opening verse sets the scene with the imagery of morning dew and blooming flowers, representing the freshness of a new relationship. The lyrics speak about the pleasures of experiencing new things and treasuring what is true and genuine. The second verse describes a perfect day spent together, climbing mountains, and sipping wine. The chorus highlights the intense affection between the two partners, describing it as a glow of love that surrounds them. The third verse speaks about the happiness that the couple shares, and the fourth verse talks about their eternal love and how they will never be apart from each other.
The song delivers a powerful message about the joys of love and relationships. The lyrics are simple, yet they convey the essence of what makes relationships work. The imagery used in the song captures the beauty of nature, which is a metaphor for the beauty of love. The use of the word "glow" is interesting as it suggests a radiant, warm feeling of happiness and love, linking the two partners in an unbreakable bond of joy. The lyrics are easy to understand, which makes them relatable to everyone who has ever experienced love.
Line by Line Meaning
Flower's bloomin', mornin' dew
The beauty of nature is all around us, as the flowers bloom and the morning dew covers everything
And the beauty seems to say
The beauty of nature speaks to us, reminding us to appreciate the simple things in life
It's a pleasure when you treasure
Taking the time to treasure and appreciate the beauty around us can bring immense pleasure and joy
All that's new and true and gay
It's important to appreciate and celebrate everything that is new, true, and joyful in life
Easy livin' and we're givin'
Life is easy when we focus on giving to others and living in the moment
What we know we're dreamin' of
By living and sharing our dreams, we can make them a reality
We are one havin' fun
Through our shared experiences and joy, we become one with the people around us
Walkin' in the glow of love
Together, we walk in the light of love, bringing joy and happiness to those around us
Smilin' faces, goin' places
As we explore the world with others, we share in the joy of new experiences and connections
It's a wonder, it's so clear
In the midst of our experiences, we are struck by the wonder and clarity of the world around us
By a fountain, climbin' mountains
We challenge ourselves to new heights and seek out the beauty and wonder of the world
As we'll hold each other near
We support and care for one another, providing comfort and love in all situations
Sippin' wine, we try to find
As we relax and enjoy the good things in life, we search for the deeper meaning and magic that exists
That special magic from above
We look to the divine and the universe to provide greater meaning and magic in our lives
As we share our affair
We open up and share our experiences and love, building deeper connections with those around us
Talkin' in the glow of love
Through sharing and conversation, we bask in the light of love and joy
Finding meaning while we're dreaming
Even in our dreams and fantasies, we try to find greater meaning in our lives
Of the splendor of it all
We are awed by the wonder and beauty of the world around us
We're surrounded and abound
We are surrounded and filled with the richness of life and love
It's summer, winter, spring and fall
At all times of the year, we can find the beauty and joy in life, no matter the season
All the people meeting people
We connect and build relationships with others, creating a tapestry of diverse experiences and perspectives
Laughing, dancin' till the dawn
We celebrate life and joy, laughing and dancing until the break of dawn
And we'll always be like this
We hope to continue to live in the light of love and joy for eternity
Glowing in the glow of love
We radiate love and joy, basking in its warm light
Never lonely with you only
With the people we love, we are never truly alone
Time will always be our friend
Our experiences and memories are timeless, always with us as cherished companions
Reaching far to find a star
We dream big, always reaching beyond our limits to find greater meaning and purpose in life
Our destiny is heaven sent
We believe that something greater than ourselves has a hand in our destiny
Making known this lovin' tone
We openly express our love and affection for others, creating deeper connections and bonds
We'll never part, the two of us
We hope to be together forever, never losing the deep connection and love we share
We'll always reminisce
We will look back on our memories with fondness and happiness
Kissin' in the glow of love
Our love and happiness is palpable, basking in the glow of its warm light
Gotta let you know you move me, yeah
We want to express our deep affection and love for those who move us deeply
You really, really do, yeah
The people we love and cherish hold a special place in our hearts and souls
Oh, whoa, whoa
Expressing the depth of our emotions and affection can be a powerful and emotional experience
Hold you, love you
We express our affection and love by holding and nurturing the people we care about
We are a sweet bouquet
Our connection and love is like a beautiful bouquet of flowers, multilayered and filled with depth
Happy we're so happy, yeah
We are grateful for the happiness and joy in our lives, and express that appreciation and gratitude openly
Reason we're filled with cheer is we'll imagine it in the glow
We visualize and imagine the joy and happiness we want in our lives, building a positive and affirming energy around us
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Wayne K. Garfield, Mauro Malavasi, David Romani
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