The band traces its roots some 19 years ago, when they played their first concert at the Squirrel Bar near the Gallowgate, Glasgow in 1989. They band brand themselves as the "Number 1 Celtic Band in the World" and have enjoyed a reasonable degree of success in this role, having played to audiences across the world including Glasgow, New York, Dubai and other cities in North America, Australia, Europe and all across the UK and Ireland.
The band's name is derived from the nickname for Celtic Football Club, which most of their music celebrates.The Celtic Legend, Billy McNeill gave the band the name. The biggest turn-out the band ever had was in Seville, Prado De San Sebastian. The only time the band appear in Glasgow these days is at the famous Glasgow Barrowlands venue twice per year, Good Friday and September weekend.
Bhoys past and present:
* Grease" - Jimmy is the front man of Charlie and the Bhoys and the writer of all the group's original material. Playing guitar, banjo and mandolin, he is supported by a guitarist and bassist.
* Frankie - Frankie joined the band in the first year they were formed. He played bass up until 2003 when he then moved on to guitar. Rarely travels due to work commitments.
* Kebab" - Rab (son of Jimmy Grease) joined the band in the year 2000 playing the bass on keyboards.
* Wardie - Wardie (Mick the Flute) plays flutes and whistles and has been in the band from the beginning when he joined as a 17 year old after moving to Glasgow from his home land in Ireland, Donegal. Now living in Benidorm, Spain and only flys in for The Glasgow Barrowlands concerts or big venues.
* Quinnigan - Tam Quinnigan plays guitar and is stand in for Frankie who can't travel too much due to work commiitments. Quinnigan is also the newest member of the band.
* Charlie - Now retired and living back in his homeland in Donegal, Ireland. Now and again makes an appearance.
My Old Man
Charlie and the Bhoys Lyrics
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How my thoughts go flashing back again to my old flame
My old flame, my new lovers all seem so tame
For I haven't met a gent so magnificent or elegant as my old flame
I've met so many who had fascinating ways
A fascinating gaze in their eyes, some who took me up to the skies
But their attempts at love were only imitations of my old flame
Until I discover what became of my old flame
I've met so many who had fascinating way
A fascinating gaze in their eyes, some who took me up to the skies
But their attempts at love were only imitations of my old flame
I can't even think of his name but I'll never be the same
Until I discover what became of my old flame
The song "My Old Flame" by Charlie and the Bhoys is a nostalgic reflection on a past relationship. The lyrics describe the singer's inability to forget their ex-lover, even though they cannot remember their name. Despite having new partners, the singer finds their current relationships lack the excitement and allure they experienced with their old flame, who they describe as "magnificent" and "elegant."
The song's recurring line, "I've met so many who had fascinating ways, a fascinating gaze in their eyes," suggests that the singer has actively sought out new partners, hoping to find the same passion they once had with their old flame. However, they are consistently disappointed and find that these new relationships cannot compare to the intensity of their past love. The repetition of this line also reinforces the idea that no matter how hard they try, the singer cannot escape their memories of their old flame.
Line by Line Meaning
My old flame, I can't even think of his name but it's funny now and then
I had a past lover who I can't remember the name of, but every now and then the thought comes back to me and it's amusing.
How my thoughts go flashing back again to my old flame
Sometimes my mind wanders back to memories of my old flame.
My old flame, my new lovers all seem so tame
Compared to my old flame, all of my current partners seem unexciting and dull.
For I haven't met a gent so magnificent or elegant as my old flame
None of the men I've met since my old flame have been as charming or sophisticated.
I've met so many who had fascinating ways
I've encountered many people with intriguing personalities.
A fascinating gaze in their eyes, some who took me up to the skies
Some people I've met had captivating eyes and made me feel incredible.
But their attempts at love were only imitations of my old flame
However, their efforts to love me were just imitations of how my old flame loved me.
I can't even think of his name but I'll never be the same
Although I can't remember my old flame's name, he had a significant impact on my life and I am forever changed because of him.
Until I discover what became of my old flame
I will continue to wonder what happened to my old flame and where he is now.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SAM COSLOW, ARTHUR JOHNSTON
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