He had become an enthusiast of rock and roll while still in his teens. He formed his own group "Chris Ravel & The Ravers" and even recorded later in that guise . Iit was in the clubs of Hamburg as a rock and roller that he cut his musical teeth- just like the Beatles and the many others in the vanguard of Britain's beat boom. Perhaps it was this German influence that gave his later music such a distinctive sound. Despite this hard work, he remained in relative obscurity until a song he had written, "The First Time" was taken up by Adam Faith. The song proved an important turning point for Adam whose musical fortunes had begun to decline with the coming of Merseybeat. The song gave him a new sound and his flagging chart career a much needed boost. It was also a turning point for Chris because a new singer- Sandie Shaw, also managed by Adam Faith's manager, Eve Taylor, needed songs. Chris produced a long series of numbers- most of which suited Sandie very well- either despite, or because of, the fact that their distinctive backing generally seemed to be more suited to a Munich "Oktoberfest" than a UK pop song. The best of these included "Girl Don't Come", "Long Live Love", and "Tomorrow". In any event, the Shaw-Andrews combination proved so successful one might have imagined that Chris would abandon his own singing career in order to concentrate on songwriting. Fortunately, this was not the case.
One song that Chris produced was unsuitable for Sandie but proved ideal for him to launch his own successful run on the UK singles chart. "Yesterday Man" enjoyed a lot of airplay and although not quite reaching the top in the UK it proved to be popular throughout most of Europe and sold extremely well in a number of countries. Chris managed to follow this inital huge success with another UK top twenty entry. Results for his self penned recordings beyond this were disappointing in the UK, but his work was much more appreciated on the continent where he would spend a lot of the 1970s. Although he tried to kick start his UK recording career again at the end of the 1970s with the help of his old friend Adam Faith (who had himself taken up management through his work with Leo Sayer). However, his -perhaps unexpected- success with "Yesterday Man" remains the pinnacle of this talented singer/ songwriter's career.
In South Africa, his later single releases proved particularly popular,[13] with "Pretty Belinda" (1969), "Carol OK" and "Brown Eyes" (both 1970) all topping the charts there. "Yo Yo" reached No. 7 at the end of 1970.
Andrews remains active in his career as a singer-songwriter, working primarily in continental Europe and in the United Kingdom. Because of the Brexit vote, Andrews obtained German citizenship in 2016.
Pretty Belinda
Chris Andrews Lyrics
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Everyone called her Pretty Belinda
Went to the boathouse down by the river
Just for a look at Pretty Belinda!
All of my loving wanted to give her
As soon as I saw her Pretty Belinda
I wanted to have her Pretty Belinda
Her eyes were exciting her hair was golden,
The lips were inviting, and my heart she's stolen!
Now we're together me and Belinda
Now and forever me and my Linda
She lived on a boathouse down.
She lived on a boathouse down.
Now I am with her my Pretty Belinda
That's what I've sent her my Pretty Belinda
She gave me her heart then believe me
Your promise will ever bother
Belinda is ominons!
She lived in a
Me and my wife called Pretty Belinda,
The lyrics to Chris Andrews's song "Pretty Belinda" tell a story of a man's infatuation with a woman, the titular character, who lived on a boathouse down by the river. The man is struck by her beauty and is immediately drawn to her, wanting to give her all his love as soon as he sees her. He describes her physical features in detail, with her golden hair, inviting lips, and captivating eyes stealing his heart. Eventually, they end up together, and he declares that they will be together forever.
The song's lyrics are simple, yet effective in painting a vivid picture of a man falling in love with a beautiful woman. The repeated use of "Pretty Belinda" emphasizes his infatuation with her and how she's always on his mind. The setting of a boathouse down by the river adds to the romantic atmosphere of the song. The chorus with its catchy melody and refrain is easy to sing along to and is a memorable part of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
She lived on a boathouse down by the river
This woman resided in a boathouse situated close to the river
Everyone called her Pretty Belinda
She was commonly referred to as Pretty Belinda by all those around her
Went to the boathouse down by the river
I visited the boathouse located near the river
Just for a look at Pretty Belinda!
My sole intention was to catch a glimpse of Pretty Belinda
All of my loving wanted to give her
I wished to pour out all my affections onto her
As soon as I saw her Pretty Belinda
The moment I laid eyes on her, Pretty Belinda stole my heart away
She lived in a boathouse down on the river
This individual's abode was situated in a boathouse close to the river
I wanted to have her Pretty Belinda
I desired to be with Pretty Belinda
Her eyes were exciting her hair was golden,
Pretty Belinda possessed a charming set of eyes and golden locks of hair
The lips were inviting, and my heart she's stolen!
Her lips seemed to beckon me, and before I knew it, Pretty Belinda had stolen my heart
Now we're together me and Belinda
Currently, Belinda and I are united and in each other's company
Now and forever me and my Linda
Me and my beloved Linda will remain together for eternity
She lived on a boathouse down.
Pretty Belinda's residence was located on a boathouse situated near water
Now I am with her my Pretty Belinda
Currently, I find myself in the company of my dear Pretty Belinda
That's what I've sent her my Pretty Belinda
This is the message I wish to convey to my Pretty Belinda
She gave me her heart then believe me
Belinda has entrusted me with her heart, and it's an authentic sentiment
Your promise will ever bother
I will always uphold my promise to you, Pretty Belinda
Belinda is ominons!
Pretty Belinda is an ominous or foreboding presence
She lived in a
Pretty Belinda resided in a dwelling
Me and my wife called Pretty Belinda,
My spouse and I refer to each other lovingly as Pretty Belinda
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDREWS
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She lived on a boathouse down by the river
Everyone called her Pretty Belinda
Went to the boathouse down by the river
Just for a look at Pretty Belinda!
All of my loving wanted to give her
As soon as I saw her Pretty Belinda
She lived in a boathouse down on the river
I wanted to have her Pretty Belinda
Her eyes were exciting her hair was golden,
The lips were inviting, and my heart she's stolen!
Now we're together me and Belinda
Now and forever me and my Linda
She lived on a boathouse down.
She lived on a boathouse down.
Now I am with her my Pretty Belinda
That's what I've sent her my Pretty Belinda
She gave me her heart then believe me
Your promise will ever bother
Belinda is ominons!
She lived in a
Me and my wife called Pretty Belinda,
@Matrox_Official
remember this song when i was 14. and my dad drive with me. now i am 31 and my dad passed away 10 years ago. i still miss you
@belindabunn
I was named Belinda after this song! My mom would play the 45 record for me all the time when I was small. Exciting to hear it again ❤️
@belinda6829
Me toooko
@Anuiran
Amazing
@chrisnahartman3283
My dad used to play this song to me a lot . It always calmed me down and made me feel so happy and it used to cheer me up. He also called me Pretty Belinda.
@BelindaChapman
I’ve never heard it before. What a lovely song 🥰
@BelindaChapman
@@belinda6829my first time hearing it 🥰
@madeleineburrows5671
This song makes me so happy. I love it 💕
@silviatacken9849
Wünsche mir gerade meine Kindheit zurück 🎉❤
@herbertwild9837
Sehr toller und flotter Hit, schöne Erinnerungen an die 70ziger. Danke fürs hochladen👍