The band initially formed as the Classics (1964) in Vancouver, British Columbia, but later changed the name to the Collectors (1966). Their psychedelic debut album yielded the minor but long-remembered hit 'Lydia Purple'. A second album was based on the musical score written by the band for a stage play by Canadian playwright George Ryga, 'Grass and Wild Strawberries'.
After lead singer Howie Vickers left the group in 1970, the band changed its name to Chilliwack, a Salish term meaning "going back up". With lead guitarist Bill Henderson now providing most of the vocals and doing most of the composing, the band released several records that were moderately successful in Canada. Major hit singles in Canada included "Lonesome Mary", "Crazy Talk" and "Fly at Night". The album track "Rain-o", an elegant, soaring, blues-based composition that appeared in different versions on the Chilliwack debut album and the later "Dreams, Dreams, Dreams", was a well known concert favourite.
In 1978, Brian MacLeod (guitar, drums, keyboards) and Ab Bryant (bass) joined the band. Chilliwack enjoyed its greatest success with this new lineup. The singles "My Girl (Gone, Gone, Gone)" (1981), "I Believe" (1982), and "Whatcha Gonna Do (When I'm Gone)" (1982) were popular both in Canada and in the U.S. The band was extremely popular at the time, and was regarded as the Canadian answer to the Grateful Dead. Rolling Stone Magazine wrote:
"At their best, Chilliwack was the finest Canadian rock band, outrocking BTO and Moxy and outwriting Burton Cummings. But a lack of consistency kept it from international success."
Henderson and MacLeod received a Best Producer Juno Award in 1982 for Opus X. In early 1983, MacLeod and Bryant left the band, to devote more time to their other project, the Headpins (with Denise McCann and then Darby Mills as lead vocalists). Chilliwack's last new recording was released in 1984 and Henderson and Lawrence continued to tour with other players until December 1988. In 1989 Bill Henderson went on to form the band UHF.
2005 saw Chilliwack play Voyageur Days Festival in Mattawa, Ontario, Canada (near North Bay) with other Canadian classic rockers Moxy, Toronto, Trooper, Goddo, Killer Dwarfs & Ray Lyell for the 30th anniversary for release of the debut album by the band Moxy.
Don't Stop
Chilliwack Lyrics
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Movin' in and out of sight
Who are you?
Where have I seen you before?
Watching you move around
Turns my emotions upside down
Who are you?
Now that I've found you
I wanna see you some more
Don't stop, the feeling is growing
Don't stop, it's starting to show
Don't stop what you're doin' to me
Do it forever, do it forever
Don't stop, I love what you say
Don't stop, it's magic to me
Don't stop touching my soul
Do it forever, do it forever
You see me? I can tell
By your eyes that this thing is in motion
Taking us both by surprise
Could it be? it's so easy
Taking you into my soul like a river
Finding it's way to the sea
Like an old friend
You're finding your way back to me
Don't stop, the feeling is growing
Don't stop, it's starting to show
Don't stop what you're doin' to me
Do it forever, do it forever
Like an old friend
You're finding your way back to me
Don't stop, the feeling is growing
Don't stop, it's starting to show
Don't stop what you're doin' to me
Do it forever, do it forever
Don't stop, I love what you say
Don't stop, it's magic to me
Don't stop touching my soul
Do it forever, do it forever
Don't stop
Do it forever, do it forever
Don't stop
No no no, don't stop
Don't stop
Do it forever, do it forever
Don't stop
Don't stop
Don't stop
Do it forever, do it forever
In "Don't Stop" by Chilliwack, the singer is describing their fascination with someone they keep seeing, but can't quite place where they know them from. As the song progresses, it's clear that they have developed strong feelings for this person and want to pursue a relationship with them. The lyrics are focused on the intensity of this feeling and the desire to hold onto it forever.
The opening lines of the song capture the mystery of the situation. The singer is watching someone from afar, trying to figure out who they are and where they've seen them before. This creates a feeling of intrigue and interest that sets the tone for the rest of the song.
As the song continues, the singer's emotions become more intense. They are moved by the way this person moves and interacts with the world around them. The repetition of the question "Who are you?" throughout the song emphasizes the singer's desire to understand and connect with this intriguing figure.
The chorus of the song is an anthem to the strength of the singer's feelings. They want these feelings to continue growing and developing, and they hope that this person will be a constant in their life. The phrase "do it forever" is repeated several times, emphasizing the singer's desire to hold onto this feeling forever.
Overall, "Don't Stop" is a song about the intense emotions that can come from a chance encounter with someone that captures your attention. The lyrics capture the mystery, intrigue, and passion that can make such an encounter so compelling.
Line by Line Meaning
I see you in the light
The singer is experiencing a certain level of affection and fondness towards the person they see in their presence.
Movin' in and out of sight
The person is indirectly ignoring and shifting their attention from the singer, which is causing a certain level of confusion.
Who are you?
The singer is unsure of the identity of the person and wants to know more about them.
Where have I seen you before?
The artist thinks they have encountered this person before but isn't exactly sure where and how.
Watching you move around
The artist is keeping a close watch on how the person is conducting themselves and their activities.
Turns my emotions upside down
The person's actions and behavior are having a heavy emotional impact on the singer, causing their emotions to mix up.
Now that I've found you
The singer feels a sense of relief and gratitude that they have found the person they were looking for.
I wanna see you some more
The artist desires to meet with the person more and knows there is a connection between them.
Don't stop, the feeling is growing
The artist wants to continue experiencing the joy and excitement that the person brings to their life and is urging them not to stop.
Don't stop, it's starting to show
The artist is noticing signs that their connection is growing and wants the person to keep going.
Don't stop what you're doin' to me
The singer is enjoying the person's behavior towards them and doesn't want them to stop performing these actions that bring joy to their life.
Do it forever, do it forever
The artist wants the person to continue their behavior and affection towards them, forever.
Don't stop, I love what you say
The singer is enjoying the words that the person is speaking towards them and is urging them to keep speaking.
Don't stop, it's magic to me
The singer is thrilled by the actions of the person and sees it as a form of magic that is bringing joy to their life.
Don't stop touching my soul
The person's actions towards the singer are having an emotional impact on them, causing the person's feelings to run deep.
Like an old friend
The artist feels a certain comfort around the person, like they know them from before.
You're finding your way back to me
The artist feels as though the person has returned to them after a long period of separation, renewing their connections with them.
No no no, don't stop
The singer doesn't want the person to stop their actions or behavior towards them as it is bringing to them a great sense of joy and connection.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MARK FOSTER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@b67y8y
positive comments for the canadian band chilliwack
@GeneralJordan-os9wm
I love this song. Chilliwack, Streetheart, Queen City Kids, Harlequin, Honeymoon Suite, April Wine, Prism, Trooper, and Loverboy is the best Canadian band for me. The Guess Who, BTO and other Canadian bands are good too.
@sptinydancer
You see me ❤❤
@b67y8y
love this song
@sptinydancer
7 ate 9
@sunmaw108
Great song.
@sptinydancer
Beautiful. The dog too
@lindayorke5538
Chilliwack
@normanpaul812
❤
@garycrowder
This song was recorded by Chilliwack in 1983 and I'm pretty sure Pharrell Williams, Snoop Dogg, Beanie Sigel did not write it.