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.
One Way Love
Cliff Bennett & The Rebel Rousers Lyrics
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The way you make me right when I am wrong
The way you sacrifice just for me
Just how lucky can a poor man be?
That is why (that's why I love you so)
That is why (that's why I love you so)
Don't you know, baby? (That's why I love you so)
The way you rub my back when I'm in pain
The way you soothe me so I won't complain
And then you kiss me with your ruby red lips
It thrills me so, I turn a back-over flip
That is why (that's why I love you so)
Don't you know, baby? (That's why I love you so)
That is why (that's why I love you so)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, I want the world to know
If Shakespeare thought that Juliet
Really loved Romeo from the time they met
Uh he would blow his top if he could see
Just how you've been loving me
The way you rub my back when I'm in pain
The way you soothe me so I won't complain
And when you kiss me with your ruby red lips
It thrills me so, I turn a back-over flip
That is why (that's why I love you so)
That is why (that's why I love you so)
Come on now baby (that's why I love you so)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, I want take it easy baby (that's why I love you so)
Take it easy honey (that's why I love you so)
Don't you know, now (that's why I love you so)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, I want one more time now
(That's why I love you so) come on, come on baby, hmm honey
Cliff Bennett's "That's Why" is a beautiful song about a man expressing his deep love and appreciation for his partner. The lyrics focus on the various ways that his partner makes him feel loved and supported. He sings about how she makes him feel like he belongs, how she makes him feel right even when he's wrong, and how she sacrifices for him. He also expresses his gratitude for the way she takes care of him when he's in pain, and how she always manages to make him feel better. He is amazed at how lucky he is to have her in his life and cannot imagine how he could ever live without her.
The lyrics compare the deep love between the singer and his partner to Romeo and Juliet, saying that even Shakespeare would be amazed at how deeply they love each other. The repetition of the chorus, "That's why I love you so," adds emphasis to the singer's feelings and portrays how important his love for his partner is to him. The song is an ode to love and the joys and blessings that come from genuine, unwavering love.
Line by Line Meaning
The way you make me feel like I belong
You make me feel like I fit in and am accepted
The way you make me right when I am wrong
You help me correct my mistakes and guide me in the right direction
The way you sacrifice just for me
You are willing to give up and do things for me without expecting anything in return
Just how lucky can a poor man be?
I feel incredibly fortunate to have someone like you in my life
That is why (that's why I love you so)
All of these reasons are why I love you so much
Don't you know, baby? (That's why I love you so)
I hope you realize how much you mean to me and why I love you so much
Yeah, yeah, yeah, I want the world to know
I want everyone to know how much I love and appreciate you
The way you rub my back when I'm in pain
You comfort me physically and emotionally when I am hurting
The way you soothe me so I won't complain
You have a calming presence that helps me feel better and not dwell on negative things
And then you kiss me with your ruby red lips
Your affection and love for me is so powerful and exciting
It thrills me so, I turn a back-over flip
I get so excited and happy that I feel like doing something spontaneous and fun
If Shakespeare thought that Juliet
Even a famous romantic like Shakespeare would be amazed by our love
Really loved Romeo from the time they met
He would be impressed by how much we love each other from the very beginning
Uh he would blow his top if he could see
He would be astonished and amazed by how strong and passionate our love is
Just how you've been loving me
Our love is so incredible and special that even Shakespeare would take notice
Come on now baby (that's why I love you so)
Let me remind you again why I love you so much
Yeah, yeah, yeah, I want take it easy baby (that's why I love you so)
I want us to relax and enjoy each other's company because that's why I love you so much
Take it easy honey (that's why I love you so)
Let's take it easy and enjoy each other's company because that's why I love you so much
Don't you know, now (that's why I love you so)
I hope you understand now why I love you so much
Yeah, yeah, yeah, I want one more time now (that's why I love you so)
Let me tell you one more time why I love you so much
(That's why I love you so) come on, come on baby, hmm honey
That's why I love you so much, and I can't wait to keep showing you that love
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Written by: BERRY JR GORDY, GWENDOLYN GORDY FUQUA, TYRAN CARLO
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davej1968
Lyrics
I thought I could find the kind of girl
Who thinks you're the only guy in the world
No more half hearted kisses oh that's bad enough
Oh no more teardrops no one way love one way love
Don't look for someone who likes to love fast
You know that kind of love will never last
If she's fast and furious that can be rough
Oh if she is kinda serious you'll never have a one way love one way love
Well there are girls who like to cheat and flirt
Those kind of girls are the worst of all
Oh how they lie whoa how they hurt
And you'll she's gonna make you fall
Take it from me I know what I say
I'll find me a girl who don't like to play
This game of heartbreaks it's mighty rough
Oh no more teardrops no one way love one way love
Michael Clark
Excellent vocals, and a terrific sax riff!
Robert Arlan
Very clever arrangement. Well sung. Absolutely love this performance
Don Gill
Indeed,very clever arrangement.
Soulmantodd
Classic! 🎉 Also by The Drifters, which I've got!
ColdWaterThrower
Yes, the arrangement is terrific.
musik102
Cliff certainly had a great voice.
Patrick Jeffery
Top band....Cliff a terrific singer. Hope to see them live next March....
Anne Marie Callaghan
Outstanding white soul music. I loved it back then. Still sounds stunning.
jock barblessable
Great voice and the sax riff is a real ear worm ,great to hear the band again, when they played live no lipsinc or autotune.
Sundae Express
*Lip sync