'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.
Move It
Cliff Richard Lyrics
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Well shake oh baby, shake oh honey, please don't lose it
The rhythm that gets into your heart and soul
Well, let me tell you baby, it's called rock 'n' roll
They say it's gonna die but please let's face it
Well, they just don't know what's a goin' to replace it
Yeah, ballads and calypsos they got nothin' on
Well, move it
C'mon pretty baby let's a-move it and a-groove it
Well shake-a baby, shake-a baby, please don't lose it
The rhythm that gets into your heart and soul
Well, let me tell you baby, it's called rock 'n' roll
They say it's gonna die but please let's face it
They just don't know what's a-goin' to replace it
Ballads and calypsos have nothin' on
Real country music that just drives along
Oh honey, move it
Hey move it
A-ha move it
A-ha move it
The song "Move It" by Cliff Richard & The Shadows is a classic rock 'n' roll tune from 1958 that captures the energy and excitement of the genre. The lyrics encourage the listener to dance and move to the rhythm of rock 'n' roll while also celebrating the power of the music itself. The song starts with an invitation to dance, "C'mon pretty baby let's a move it and a-groove it", and urges the listener not to hold back and to fully embrace the rhythm. The chorus repeats this message and emphasizes the infectious nature of rock 'n' roll, "The rhythm that gets into your heart and soul, Well, let me tell you baby, it's called rock 'n' roll".
The second half of the song takes a defensive stance, responding to critics who predicted the end of rock 'n' roll. The lyrics acknowledge that there are other styles of music like ballads and calypsos, but claim that nothing compares to the driving power of real country music. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and an exhortation to keep dancing and moving, "Oh honey, move it, Hey move it, A-ha move it".
Line by Line Meaning
C'mon pretty baby let's a move it and a-groove it
Come on, my beautiful companion, let's dance and groove together
Well shake oh baby, shake oh honey, please don't lose it
Shake your body, darling, please maintain this groovy rhythm
The rhythm that gets into your heart and soul
This rhythm deeply affects you and comes from within
Well, let me tell you baby, it's called rock 'n' roll
This genre of music that we're dancing to is called rock 'n' roll
They say it's gonna die but please let's face it
Many people predict that rock 'n' roll won't survive, but let's be real
Well, they just don't know what's a goin' to replace it
They are unaware of what will take over if rock 'n' roll dies out
Yeah, ballads and calypsos they got nothin' on
Slower types of music like ballads and calypsos can't compare
Real country music that just drives along
The authentic country songs that have an upbeat rhythm are the best
Oh honey, move it
My dearest, keep on dancing
Hey move it
Come on, let's dance some more
A-ha move it
Yes, let's keep moving to the beat
A-ha move it
Yes, let's keep moving to the beat
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Cloud9
Written by: IAN SAMWELL
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@gilesglossop5071
If only Cliff had continued with this tough sound, he would have been regarded as the one of the greatest rockers ever. This is hard rock in its earliest possible incarnation and it still kicks ass.
@stevenford727
I agree with you're comment 💯💯
@shaddoty
Better than the beatles
@gloriagarcia4351
@steven ford Agree
@gloriagarcia4351
@shad doty Agree.
@BradBrassman
He was tame aftr. Your mum liked him; Billy Fury on the other hand..........
@sapphirex27
He was just 20 years old here, and still going strong at 82. Bless his heart💗
@TheFusedplug
Just turned 83 still rocking
@tylsimys67
Heart is everything - please let it give up way before my brains do Mr Jesus.
@vernonbolinger9488
The shadows were a big part of Clffs early success. One of the best backing bands ever.