In 1959 Bennett put together the first version of the Rebel Rousers, his backing band. They were good enough to attract the attention of audio engineer and aspiring record producer Joe Meek, with whom they recorded several singles leased to Parlophone. During this period he used to visit a record store in Hayes, Middlesex called Rowley`s Gramophone Records, it was here that he enjoyed cups of coffee with owner Mr John Rowley and listening to the latest single releases. Even after he became famous, Cliff would still visit the shop. It was Mr Rowley that helped Cliff change management to Brian Epstein.
Bennett continued recording for Parlophone, including cover versions of "You've Really Got a Hold on Me" and "Got My Mojo Working", but failed to make any impact. They were signed by Brian Epstein to a management contract in September 1964, and soon after, on their seventh release, "One Way Love" backed with "Slow Down", they finally charted. But their next record, "I'll Take You Home" b/w "Do You Love Him" only got to #42.[2]
Finally, in early 1966, they were booked as an opening act on The Beatles' last European tour. During those shows, Lennon/McCartney gave Bennett the first hearing of "Got to Get You into My Life", a song that was going to be on their Revolver album later that year, but not to be released as a single. Bennett and company saw their opportunity and took it, with Paul McCartney producing the session. The result was a #6 hit, and that was a double triumph for Bennett, as his own original song "Baby Each Day" graced the B-side.
On bootleg recordings of The Beatles performing at the Star Club in Hamburg, Germany, a performance of "Hully Gully" (recorded the same night as a Beatles set) is often mistakenly included as a Beatles performance.
Cliff Bennett went on to be part of Toe Fat, whilst Chas Hodges (keyboards) and Dave Peacock (guitar) became Chas 'n' Dave (along with drummer Mick Burt). After Toe Fat disbanded, two of their members (Ken Hensley and Lee Kerslake) joined Uriah Heep,[2] and Bennett was asked to join them, but declined. He was also considered for the lead vocalist position in Blood, Sweat & Tears when David Clayton-Thomas left in the early 1970s but once again turned the position down. He released a solo album, Rebellion, in 1971 but he was not to rekindle his success of the previous decade.
In the 1970s Bennett retired from the music industry to become a shipping magnate; however since the mid 1980s he has constantly toured with a reformed Rebel Rousers. More recently he has toured alongside Mike d'Abo, Chris Farlowe, Zoot Money, Maggie Bell, Screaming Lord Sutch, The Manfreds, Steve Ellis and New Amen Corner.
2009 sees Bennett embarking on a UK tour alongside Chris Farlowe, Herbie Goins and the Norman Beaker Band.
I'll Take You Home
Cliff Bennett & The Rebel Rousers Lyrics
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(I'll take you home)
Now you're sitting there all alone watching them dance by (I'll take you home)
And I know you're wondering what you'll do if he doesn't come back to you
But, don't worry, I'll take you home so, little girl, don't you be blue
Now I know that you wore that pretty red dress just for him to see
(I'll take you home)
But I wanna tell ya that red dress looks good to me (I'll take you home)
Whoa, I know you feel like you wanna die but try pretending that I'm your guy
And don't worry, I'll take you home so, little girl, now don't you cry
I'll take you home when the dance is over
I'll take you home, just wait and see
You're gonna dance the last dance with me
Let me tell you now
I know the way that you feel, I can understand (I'll take you home)
Mm-mm-mm
'cause I had a date just like you when the dance began (I'll take you home)
But the girl I came with just wasn't true, she's the girl who took him from you
So you see now, I'll take you home 'cause little girl, I'm lonely, too
Oh, let me tell you now
I know the way that you feel, I can understand (I'll take you home)
Mm-mm-mm
'cause I had a date just like you when the dance began (I'll take you home)
But the girl I came with just wasn't true, she's the girl who took him from you
So you see now, I'll take you home 'cause, little girl, I'm lonely, too
Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
I'll take you home 'cause, little girl, I'm lonely, too
Mm-mm, mm-mm, yeah
I'll take you home 'cause, little girl, I'm lonely, too
The song "I'll Take You Home" by Cliff Bennett & The Rebel Rousers is a story of a girl who went to a dance with a guy but ends up alone because he ditched her for another girl. The girl is left feeling sad and embarrassed, but a kind stranger offers to take her home. The lyrics are from the perspective of this stranger, who sees the girl's predicament and offers his help. He tries to make her feel better by complimenting her on her dress, making her laugh, and assuring her that it's okay to be alone. The song ends with the stranger offering to take the girl home and dance the last dance with her.
The song has a charming and innocent feel to it. The lyrics are simple and straightforward, but they convey a sense of compassion and empathy for someone who is feeling down. The melody is upbeat and catchy, adding to the feel-good vibe of the song. The message of the song is that it's okay to be alone and that there are kind people out there who are willing to help.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody knows you came with him but another girl caught his eye-ee-eye (I'll take you home)
I know he abandoned you for another girl, and you feel left out (I'll come to your rescue and take you home)
Now you're sitting there all alone watching them dance by (I'll take you home)
You are feeling sad as you watch them dance, and you are all by yourself (I'll be there for you and take you home)
And I know you're wondering what you'll do if he doesn't come back to you But, don't worry, I'll take you home so, little girl, don't you be blue
I can sense you are worried about what will happen if he doesn't come back for you; however, you don't have to stress because I will take you home and comfort you
Now I know that you wore that pretty red dress just for him to see (I'll take you home) Mm-mm-yeah But I wanna tell ya that red dress looks good to me (I'll take you home)
He may have missed out on your beauty, but I didn't. That red dress was meant for him, but it caught my attention, too. (I'll take you home)
Whoa, I know you feel like you wanna die but try pretending that I'm your guy And don't worry, I'll take you home so, little girl, now don't you cry
I understand that you feel devastated, but you can imagine that I'm your date instead, and I'll take you home, so you shouldn't cry.
I'll take you home when the dance is over I'll take you home, just wait and see You're gonna dance the last dance with me
I'll wait till the dance is over, and then I'll take you home, and we'll dance the last dance.
I know the way that you feel, I can understand (I'll take you home) Mm-mm-mm 'cause I had a date just like you when the dance began (I'll take you home)
I understand how you feel because I have been in a similar situation as you when the dance began. (I'll take you home)
But the girl I came with just wasn't true, she's the girl who took him from you So you see now, I'll take you home 'cause little girl, I'm lonely, too
The girl I came with was unfaithful and took your date. That's why I'll take you home now because, like you, I'm lonely too.
Whoa-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh I'll take you home 'cause, little girl, I'm lonely, too Mm-mm, mm-mm, yeah I'll take you home 'cause, little girl, I'm lonely, too
I'll take you home because I'm alone too, and we can keep each other company. (repeated line)
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Written by: Barry Mann, Cynthia Weil
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Colin Brown
A great record by cliff Bennett and the rebel rousers why did it only get to number 42 in the charts
Matthew Lawrenson
I'll admit, I used to hear this on a 60s hits compilation and naively thought it was a big hit. I was in my 40s when I found out it only charted at #42. Dude, the 60s ain't what we thought it was.
Jacqueline and Roy
Absolutely fantastic
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PHIL G ASHMAN
Choooooooon....from One of the best bands from the 60s
Anthony Mills
Their second Drifters cover after One way love.
Tom Tom
world class ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,