Lee Brilleaux and his friend Chris Fenwick were influenced by the American … Read Full Bio ↴Lee Brilleaux and his friend Chris Fenwick were influenced by the American blues- and folkmusic and formed the 'Southside Jug Band' in 1967. This band later became 'The Fix' which was followed by 'The Pigboy Charlie Band', showing more of Lee's passion for Rock'n'Roll and Rhythm'n'Blues. Sparko played the guitar in that time but when Wilko from an India-trip returned to Southend in 1971 he switched to the bass to give way for Wilko's Mick Green -influenced guitar style. A clever decision. Also Chris realized he was better in managing the band than in playing an instrument - the future showed how much he was right! Wilko was into the 60ties British Rock'n'Roll with its band Johnny Kidd and the Pirates. Him and Lee made the audiences going crazy with their unique performances. Dr Feelgood was born. The name was taken from a Pirates song. The band made a short tour through Holland and then supported the former Tornado ('Telstar') from the 60's - Heinz. Drummer Big Figure came into the band and Will Birch (Drummer of Southend band Kursaal Flyers) suggested they should try to play in London. First gig in the capital was the Tally Ho in Camden in 1973.

Looking Back
Dr Feelgood Lyrics

Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴

As I was walking down the street
A pretty girl did I meet
She's looking all so sweet
Got a major from her head to her feet

I was looking back to see
If she was looking back to see
If I was looking back at her

She glowed with such a beautiful smile
She must have been a beautiful child
Man she was all so neat
A major from her head to her feet

I was looking back to see
If she was looking back to see
If I was looking back at her

Her hair was curly shining bright
Her shoes in black were just delight
She wore the very best of clothes
And also black and nylon hose

I was looking back to see
If she was looking back to see
If I was looking back at her

As I was walking down the street
A pretty girl did I meet
She was looking all so sweet
Got a major from her head to her feet

I was looking back
She was looking back
I was looking back at her

I was looking back to see

If she was looking back to see
If I was looking back at her

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dr Feelgood's "Looking Back" tell the story of a chance encounter with a beautiful woman on the street. The singer is struck by her physical beauty, from her curly hair to her black clothing and nylon hose. He is so taken with her that he wonders if she is looking back at him as well, indicating a potential mutual attraction between the two of them.

However, beyond its surface-level interpretation as a simple love song, "Looking Back" can also be read as a commentary on the fleeting nature of beauty, youth, and romantic possibility. The singer repeatedly emphasizes the woman's beauty as a child, suggesting that her present-day attractiveness is somehow fragile or temporary. Additionally, the repetition of the phrase "looking back" creates a sense of wistfulness and nostalgia, as the singer muses over what might have been.

Overall, "Looking Back" is a rich and multifaceted song that rewards careful listening and reflection.

Line by Line Meaning

As I was walking down the street
I was walking along the road

A pretty girl did I meet
I saw an attractive young woman

She's looking all so sweet
She looked very pleasant

Got a major from her head to her feet
She had stunning looks from head to toe

I was looking back to see
I turned my head to look

If she was looking back to see
I wanted to know if she was looking at me

If I was looking back at her
I wondered if she knew I was looking at her

She glowed with such a beautiful smile
She had a radiant smile that was truly beautiful

She must have been a beautiful child
She was likely a beautiful child as well

Man she was all so neat
She appeared to be very put together