'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.
Miss You Nights
Cliff Richard Lyrics
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I can tell you
Times when innocence I'd trade for company
And children saw me crying
I thought I'd had my share of that
But these miss you nights
Are the longest
Stud my heaven
Southward burning
Lie the jewels that eye my place
And the warm winds
That embrace me
Just as surely kissed your face
Yeah these miss you nights
Are the longest
How i miss you
I'm not likely to tell
I'm a man and cold day light
Buys the pride I'd rather sell
All my secrets
Are wasted affair
You know them well
Thinking of my going
How to cut the thread
And leave it all behind
Looking windward for my compass
I take each day as it arrives
But these miss you nights
Are the longest
Lay down all thought of your surrender
It's only me who's killing time
Lay down all dreams and themes once remembered
It's just the same
This miss you game
Yeah these miss you nights
Are the longest
The song Miss You Nights by Cliff Richard is a poignant expression of the longing and loneliness that can be felt when one is separated from a loved one. The lyrics depict the singer's yearning for companionship and the comfort of a familiar and intimate presence. The first verse speaks to a time in the past when the singer has felt the sting of loneliness, but he expresses that the current experience of missing someone is even more profound. The second verse describes the beauty of the natural world, but also emphasizes how even the warm winds that embrace the singer cannot replace the physical presence of the person he misses.
The chorus repeats the sentiment that the singer's miss you nights are the longest. The last verse is especially poignant, as the singer admits to keeping his emotions and thoughts to himself, suppressing them under a veneer of pride. He hints at the possibility of leaving everything behind and moving on, but acknowledges that the pain of missing the person he loves is too great. The song's final lines suggest that this is a game that cannot be won, and that the only thing left to do is to lay down all dreams and memories and wait for time and distance to heal the wound.
Overall, Miss You Nights is a deeply emotional song that captures the essence of the human experience of longing and missing someone deeply. The lyrics are raw and honest, and the melody and Cliff Richard's vocals convey the pain and yearning beautifully.
Line by Line Meaning
I've had many times
I've been through different phases of life
I can tell you
I can share my experiences with you
Times when innocence I'd trade for company
There were moments when I craved for companionship instead of purity
And children saw me crying
I was vulnerable and even children witnessed my distressed state
I thought I'd had my share of that
I believed that I had experienced enough of it
But these miss you nights
However, these nights when I miss you are different
Are the longest
These nights seem never-ending
Midnight diamonds
Stars that shine like diamonds in the midnight sky
Stud my heaven
Decorate my heaven
Southward burning
The stars appear to be burning while moving towards the south
Lie the jewels that eye my place
The stars are like jewels that beautify my surroundings
And the warm winds
Gentle winds that blow
That embrace me
That wrap around me
Just as surely kissed your face
The same winds must have caressed your face too
How I miss you
I miss you deeply
I'm not likely to tell
I am hesitant to express it openly
I'm a man and cold day light
I am a man who is usually more rational and objective during daytime
Buys the pride I'd rather sell
But my ego prevents me from showing my vulnerability
All my secrets
My private thoughts and emotions
Are wasted affair
Are of no use
You know them well
You are aware of them
Thinking of my going
Contemplating my departure
How to cut the thread
How to break free
And leave it all behind
And abandon everything
Looking windward for my compass
Searching for my direction and purpose
I take each day as it arrives
I live my life one day at a time
But these miss you nights
However, these nights when I miss you are different
Are the longest
These nights seem never-ending
Lay down all thought of your surrender
Forget about any possibility of giving up
It's only me who's killing time
I am the only one who is wasting time
Lay down all dreams and themes once remembered
Forget about my aspirations and desires
It's just the same
The situation has not changed
This miss you game
This longing for you
Yeah these miss you nights
These nights when I miss you deeply
Are the longest
These nights seem never-ending
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID JOHN TOWNSEND
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@nancygall4828
What an intense and so true song. My husband passed away 10 years ago on Nov. 17, he was only 64. I have experienced those Miss You Nights. God bless you Cliff and your music..Beautiful voice that God blessed you with.
@pnew7927
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@lynnallen8296
I'm guessing Cliff Richard won't see this but you never know Thank you so much Cliff Richard you really did make my Mum so happy she really was your number 1 fan Miss you Nights was her number 1 song unfortunately my Mum passed away recently from Covid my Mum was like me and absolutely loved music we played Miss you Night's at her funeral and I made sure your name was mentioned at the funeral thank you for the smiles that you gave her and the happy times we had listening to your songs x 💖
@Luclys
I'm so sorry for your loss Lynn I hope God gives you peace and many blessings.
@lynnallen8296
@@Luclys Thank you x
@Luclys
@@lynnallen8296 Ur welcome. If you need a should hola I no what its like to loose a parent and a brother. Just keep walking forward God is with you believe me x
@lynnallen8296
Bless you grive really is a terrible thing I carry on and do what I can for my children x
@pnew7927
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@christinafrch904
My mother died september last year, she was also a BIG fan of Cliff, and "Miss you nights" was one of her favorite songs.
@Luclys
I feel for you hun my God bless you and give you peace.