With his backing group The Shadows, he dominated the British popular music scene in the late 1950s and early 1960s, before and during the The Beatles' first year in the charts. A conversion to Christianity and subsequent softening of his music led to his having more of a pop than rock image. Although never able to achieve the same impact in the United States as in Britain (in spite of several chart hits there), Richard has remained a popular music, film, and television personality in the UK and also retains a following in several other countries.
During the last six decades, Cliff Richard has charted many hit singles, and holds the record (along with Elvis Presley) as the only act to make the UK singles charts in all of its active decades (1950s–2000s). According to his website, he has sold 250 million records over the course of his career. In the British charts alone, Richard has had more than 150 singles, albums and EPs make the top 20.
Travellin' Light
Cliff Richard & The Shadows Lyrics
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I'm traveling so fast my feet ain't touching the ground
Traveling' light, traveling' light
Well I just can't wait to be with my baby tonight
No comb and no toothbrush
I've got nothing to haul
I'm carryin' only
A hand full of love
And they weigh nothing at all
Soon I'm going to see that love look in her eyes
I'm a hoot and a holler away from paradise
Traveling' light, traveling' light
I just can't wait to be with my baby tonight
No comb and no toothbrush
I've got nothing to haul
I'm carryin' only
A pocket full of dreams
A hand full of love
And they weigh nothing at all
Soon I'm going to see that love look in her eyes
I'm a hoot and a holler away from paradise
Traveling' light
Well I just can't wait to be with my baby tonight
The song "Travellin' Light" by Cliff Richard/ The Shadows is a romantic, upbeat tune about a man in love who can't wait to be reunited with his partner. The lyrics say that he has nothing weighing him down and no possessions to root him to one place, so he can travel quickly to be with his baby. The singer claims to be traveling so fast that his feet aren't even touching the ground. He's only carrying a pocket full of dreams and a hand full of love, which weigh nothing. He's excited to see the love in his partner's eyes and claims he's only a "hoot and a holler" away from paradise.
Line by Line Meaning
Got no bags and baggage to slow me down
I do not have any luggage or unnecessary material belongings that can hinder my speed and progress.
I'm traveling so fast my feet ain't touching the ground
I am moving at an exceptionally high speed such that it feels like I am suspended in mid-air.
Traveling' light, traveling' light
I am traveling with minimal baggage, weight or burdens.
Well I just can't wait to be with my baby tonight
I am eagerly looking forward to reuniting with my significant other later tonight.
No comb and no toothbrush
I am not carrying any grooming tools like a comb or toothbrush on this trip.
I've got nothing to haul
I am not carrying any heavy loads or possessions that require effort to move around.
I'm carryin' only
The only things I brought with me are the following two items:
A pocket full of dreams
I am carrying my aspirations, hopes, and ambitions, which are invaluable to me.
A hand full of love
I am carrying the love I have for my partner, which means more to me than any physical item I could bring along.
And they weigh nothing at all
Despite carrying precious intangibles, they do not have any material weight, allowing me to travel light and fast.
Soon I'm going to see that love look in her eyes
I am eagerly anticipating catching a glimpse of the affectionate expression my partner will wear when we reunite.
I'm a hoot and a holler away from paradise
I am very close to the perfect state of happiness and bliss when I get to be with my beloved again.
Traveling' light
I am prioritizing flexibility, agility, and weightlessness in my journey.
Well I just can't wait to be with my baby tonight
My overwhelming anticipation to be with my significant other later tonight is driving me forward and keeping me motivated.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROY C. BENNETT, SID TEPPER
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@rw8733
A beautiful voice. A real masterclass for today's so-called singers.
@christinarudd6649
This was my very first single record. I drove my Mum and Dad mad playing it over and over. 😂😂
@kenhatchett7645
Back in 58 I was sitting in a cafe with my older brother at Waltham cross when who walks in but the great man himself the girls were screaming and going ahead and Cliff walked over to the jute box and played move it I turned to my brother and said who’s that John ah he went and said he’s a new singer he won’t be around long the record is rubbish the next day I bought it sadly brother John’s no longer around but really glad Cliff is and still sounding great at 80,me im77
@davidwesson9277
@@kenhatchett7645 My mother yelled at my brother because he bought a 45 of "I Want to Hold Your Hand". She said it was a waste of money, that they wouldn't last.
@truths86
My mum was at this show and i just found this for her. ❤
@leaarcala2320
❤❤❤❤thank you so much my king iloveyoumoreforevermore❤❤❤so much lovely beautiful song wish our dream come true ❤❤❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
@FlorenceBrownMiriSarawak
This song reminds me of my dear loving late father. He love to sing this song while taking his shower. The other is "The Young Ones". He joined a singing competition in the 50s rendered this masterpeace song and won became a champion.
@annewilson4404
Got everything that Cliff recorded ,my all time precious things God bless Cliff love as always
@lawrenceweinzimer
The week I was born this was England's top song. That was 1959. Always been a dyed in the wool romantic throughout, haven't changed.
@hanno-erdmanntietz8424
Excellent song/performance and excellent back-up by The Shads with Jet and Tony in their original line-up.