'Congratulations' was a global hit as it became a much bigger hit than 'La, La, La', which beat Cliff in the 1968 Eurovision song contest. Shortly after 'Congratulations', which was one of his solo efforts, Cliff recorded his last single with The Shadows. Again in 1973, with 'Power to All Our Friends', he entered the Eurovision song contest--this time reaching 3rd place.
The most sold artist in British Pop history - with over 40 top hits.
Worked with Stock Aitken Waterman in 1989 and the single "I Just Don't Have The Heart".
Sixty appearances at Wembley, plus sellout tour to celebrate 50 years in the business.
First hit: Move It, 1958, first no. 1: Living Doll
As big as he is in the UK, he has only had 3 Top 10 hits in the USA with the biggest still being his breakthrough 1976 single "Devil Woman" which made it all the way to #6.
Has also worked with Elton John, Mark Knopfler, Julian Lennon, Freddie Mercury, Stevie Wonder, Phil Everly, Janet Jackson, Sheila Walsh, Van Morrison, and Olivia Newton-John.
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Cliff Richard Lyrics
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I'm gonna call up the gypsy woman on my telephone
I'm gonna tell the world wide who doo.
That'll be the very thing that I do do,
I'm gonne see that she'll be back home,
In forty days
Forty days, (forty days)
I'm gonne see that she'll be back home,
In forty days (In forty days)
I'm gonna tell the whole wide world who doo
That'll be the very thing that I do do,
I'm gonne see that she'll be back home,
In forty days
Well I was talking to the judge in private early this morning
When the sherriff came along and took me without any warning
He said I'm setting the charge up, to get ya,
That'll be the very thing that'll hang ya,
I'm gonna see that she'll be back home,
In forty days
In forty days, (forty days)
Forty days, (forty days)
I'm gonne see that you'll be back home, (in forty days)
In forty days (In forty days)
I'm gonna tell the whole wide world who doo
That'll be the very thing that I do do,
I'm gonne see that she'll be back home,
In forty days
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Well I was talking to the judge in private early this morning
When the sherriff came along and took me without any warning
He said I'm setting this charge up for gettin you
But that'll be the very thing that'll hang ya,
I'm gonna see that she'll be back home,
In forty days
In forty days, (forty days)
Forty days, (forty days)
I'm gonne see that you'll be back home in forty days.
In forty days (In forty days)
I'm gonna tell the whole wide world who doo
That'll be the very thing that I do do,
I'm gonne see that she'll be back home in forty days
I'm gonne see that she'll be back home in forty days
I'm gonne see that she'll be back home in forty days
The song "Forty Days" by Cliff Richard & The Shadows is a rock and roll song with a classic 1950s sound. The lyrics tell the story of a man who's giving his lover forty days to return home. To make sure she'll come back, he plans to call upon a gypsy woman and tell the world about his plans to bring her back. However, he soon finds himself in trouble with the law, but he remains determined to see his lover back home within the allotted time.
The song's theme of a lover's ultimatum is common in many rock and roll songs of the era. The characteristic "who doo" refrain gives the song a catchy, danceable quality that makes it easy to sing along with. The song also features a classic rock and roll guitar solo that shows off The Shadows' musical talents. Overall, "Forty Days" is a straightforward and enjoyable song that captures the essence of rock and roll.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm gonna give you, forty days to get back home!
I'm setting a deadline of forty days for you to return to your home.
I'm gonna call up the gypsy woman on my telephone
I'll contact a gypsy woman through telephone for help.
I'm gonna tell the whole wide world who doo.
I'll announce to the world about my situation.
That'll be the very thing that I do do.
It's the most important thing for me to do.
I'm gonna see that she'll be back home in forty days.
I'll ensure that she returns to her home within the given deadline.
Well I was talking to the judge in private early this morning, When the sheriff came along and took me without any warning.
I was talking to the judge when the sheriff suddenly arrested me.
He said I'm setting the charge up, to get ya.
He informed me that I'm being charged with a crime to catch me.
That'll be the very thing that'll hang ya.
It's the charge that could lead to my execution.
In forty days, (forty days), Forty days, (forty days), I'm gonna see that you'll be back home, (in forty days).
I'll keep repeating that you need to return to your home within the forty days deadline.
I'm gonna tell the whole wide world who doo. That'll be the very thing that I do do.
I'll still proclaim my situation to the world to gain assistance to meet my goal.
I'm gonne see that she'll be back home, In forty days.
The only thing that matters is her returning home within forty days.
solo
Instrumental part of the song.
I'm gonne see that she'll be back home in forty days. I'm gonne see that she'll be back home in forty days. I'm gonne see that she'll be back home in forty days.
The repetition reinforces the importance of the task and the deadline.
Lyrics © OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP
Written by: CHUCK BERRY
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@claudemarivel7436
Je suis vraiment très content de retrouver cette si belle chanson de Cliff Richard, cela me ramène des decennies en arrière. Je revois mon papa dansant le twist des années 60s devant ses invites les samedis après-midi. 😊🤗👍❤️
@feestor5660
This holds special memories for a SAFFA who came of age in the 70s...we counted 40 days til the end of national service and our boys could come home. One of the most often played on "Forces Favourites:
@stefanwohlke7502
Cliff Richard and the Shadows - they just fit together perfectly! He was considered - rightly so, I think - to be the British answer to Elvis Presley. With things like "Move It", "Forty Days", "Mean Streak", "Apron Strings" and many others it is immediately clear: he was great at Rock'n'Roll at a young age!
@shobhanmehta6382
This song, the sun in Central Africa...the swimming pool at Sir Robert Armitage High....and me....just a kid (not even ten!)... all those teenagers from the school...brilliant days indeed...
@georgekellerman9393
Lkrrrr Hannes ❤
@markusr7421
To my ears it sounds much more lively than the original recording. Salute for this great rendition! The shads were just great!!!
@malcolmsmith1618
One of the great songs when we had conscription in South Africa.
@feestor5660
Tannie Esme Euverard played this every week.
@douglasracionzer8900
I recall it was played instead of the national anthem on our 40-day parade. Artillery School , Potch, 1981...
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