Clifford T. Ward typified the early 70s bedsitter singer-songwriter with a series of albums that were at best delightful and at worst mawkish. Ward left grammar school before A-levels to work as a clerk, but by 1962 was fronting local beat group Cliff Ward and the Cruisers. The group changed their name to Martin Raynor and the Secrets and made their recording debut for EMI Records in 1965, before recording several more tracks as the Secrets for CBS Records.
In 1967 Ward enrolled at Worcester teacher training college to study English and divinity, after which he taught at Bromsgrove high school. His debut album appeared on disc jockey John Peel's brave-but-doomed Dandelion Records label in 1972. His second album and his first release for Charisma Records, Home Thoughts, proved to be his finest work and gave him wider recognition. Ward constructed each song as a complete story sometimes with great success.
The beautiful "Gaye" became a UK Top 10 hit but surprisingly the stronger "Home Thoughts From Abroad" and the infectious and lyrically excellent "Wherewithal" failed to chart. Mantle Pieces and Escalator contained a similar recipe of more harmless tales like the minor hit "Scullery" with affecting lyrics like; "You're my picture by Picasso, you'd brighten up any gallery'.
Ward's refusal to tour and promote his songs did not help endear the singer to his record company, however, and he switched to the Phonogram Records label for 1975"s No More Rock 'N' Roll. In later years although still recording the occasional album and still reluctant to perform live, Ward received kudos as a songwriter with his material being recorded by artists such as Cliff Richard, Art Garfunkel and Justin Hayward.
He was struck down with multiple sclerosis in 1987 and his health rapidly deteriorated. He managed to record 1991's vinyl-only album Laugh It Off, and friends and colleagues pieced together two more albums of new songs, out-takes and demos to give the ailing Ward some financial assistance. He finally succumbed to pneumonia December 18th 2001.
Cold Wind Blowing
Clifford T. Ward Lyrics
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'Cause I'm so warm in your company
So don't you worry girl, don't you cry
You really can smile so let me help you try.
You say there's nothing left
But I would disagree
Your life has come adrift
There's a cold wind blowing, but it's missing me
'Cause I'm so warm in your company
So don't you worry girl, don't you cry
You really can smile so let me help you try.
The lyrics to Clifford T. Ward's song "Cold Wind Blowing" can be interpreted as a message of comfort and support to someone who is going through a difficult time. The singer acknowledges that there is a "cold wind blowing", which could be a metaphor for the troubles and challenges that the person is facing. However, he reassures them that they are not alone, and that he is there to provide warmth and comfort.
The singer emphasizes the importance of positivity and hope, encouraging the person to "smile" and offering to help them try. He suggests that, despite whatever hardships they may be experiencing, there is still good in their life and things to be thankful for. He offers himself as an anchor, someone for the person to hold onto in the midst of the storm.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of empathy and compassion, as well as a desire to help someone in need.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a cold wind blowing, but it's missing me
Even though there are hardships around me, I am not affected by them because I am in a relationship with someone who makes me feel warm and secure.
'Cause I'm so warm in your company
I feel comforted and protected when I am with you.
So don't you worry girl, don't you cry
Do not despair or feel sad, I am here for you.
You really can smile so let me help you try.
I believe that you can feel happiness again and I want to help you find it.
You say there's nothing left
You feel like there is no hope or positivity in your life anymore.
But I would disagree
However, I do not believe that statement to be true.
Your life has come adrift
It seems like your life is lacking direction or purpose.
Anchor yourself to me.
I am offering myself as a support system to help you feel grounded and secure during this turbulent time.
Contributed by Nicholas E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.