This top notch Dutch band from The Hague had their pinnacle during the early Seventies when they delivered some outstanding 24 carat symphonic rock albums. EARTH & FIRE was founded by the twin brothers Chris (guitar) and Gerard (keyboards) Koerts in ‘68. Soon bass player Hans Ziech, drummer Kees Kalis and singer Lisette joined them. Unfortunately Lisette had to give up singing because of a serious eye-disease and Kees Kalis left. They were replaced by Ton v/d Kley and the beautiful, very sexy Jerney Kaagman. She was a discovery by GOLDEN EARRING singer Barry Hay, they knew each other from the blossoming rock scene in The Hague.
When EARTH & FIRE had a hugh success with three Sixties poprock oriented singles “Seasons”, “Ruby is the one” and “Wild and exciting” (in ’70 all reached the Dutch Top 5), the band decided to become professionals. Gerard Koerts bought a Mellotron, this instrument changed the Dutch progrock history because EARTH & FIRE used it for a more lush symphonic keyboard sound. Eventually they developed a very unique progrock style (a bit similar to the French progrock band SANDROSE and UK band JULIAN’S TREATMENT featuring lots of organ, Mellotron, strong and sensitive electric guitar and distinctive vocals from Jerney Kaagman. And EARTH & FIRE remained successful with their single releases, the Mellotron drenched “Storm and Thunder” (’72, #6), “Memories” (’72, #1), “Maybe Tomorrow, Maybe Tonight” (‘73, #3) and “Love of Life” (’74, #2) all reached the Dutch Top 10. Also the albums in that era sold very well and gained worldwide recognition: “Songs of the Marching Children” (’71, reaching #12), “Atlantis” (’73, reaching #6) and “To the World of the Future” (’75, reaching #7) are considered as ‘progrock classics’, especially in Japan EARTH & FIRE is even more popular than FOCUS! Gradually their sound turned into more poppy, culminating into the success of the very commercial song Weekend, reaching #1 and remaining 13 weeks in the charts! Also the following albums “Gate to Infinity” (’77), Reality Fills Fantasy” (’79, reaching #2)), “Andromeda Girl” (’81, reaching #12)) and “In a State of Flux” “82) lost most of the symhonic ingredients.
The albums “Song of the Marching Children” and “Atlantis” belong to the best of the Dutch progrock history. The epic title tracks from both albums (between 16 and 19 minutes) are recommended: the sound is very warm and melodic with lots of changing atmospheres, accelerations and surprising breaks. The one moment you hear a mellow organ, twanging acoustic guitars and a fairy-like voice from Jerney, the other moment there are bombastic eruptions with majestic Mellotron, heavy floods of organ and some fiery electric guitar work, topped by the powerful voice of Jerney. By the way, she has been married for almost 30 years with Bert Ruiter, former bass player from FOCUS...!
(text written by Erik Neuteboom)
Weekend
Earth & Fire Lyrics
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I don't know what to do passing the days without you
Friday night when I see you again
You'll make a fool out of me
I don't wanna be your lover for the weekend
Sometimes when I'm looking at your face
There's something in your eyes that makes me realize
You mean such a lot to me
I don't wanna be your lover for the weekend
Love in a woman's heart
I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part)
It's strange that this feeling grows more and more
‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before
Sunday and it's so hard to say goodbye
I don't know what to do passing the days without you
Friday night when I see you again
You'll make a fool out of me
I don't wanna be your lover for the weekend
Love in a woman's heart
I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part)
It's strange that this feeling grows more and more
‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before
Love in a woman's heart
I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part)
It's strange that this feeling grows more and more
‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before
Sometimes when I'm looking at your face
There's something in your eyes that makes me realize
We've got no chance if we're going on this way
You mean such a lot to me
I don't wanna be your lover for the weekend
Love in a woman's heart
I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part)
It's strange that this feeling grows more and more
‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before
Love in a woman's heart
I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part)
It's strange that this feeling grows more and more
‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before
Love in a woman's heart
I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part)
It's strange that this feeling grows more and more
‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before
The lyrics of Earth & Fire's song "Weekend" depict a bittersweet love story that unfolds over a weekend. The song is structured around the contrast between the joy of spending time together on Friday night and the pain of separation on Sunday. The singer is conflicted about their feelings and desires, as they refuse to be just a lover for the weekend but at the same time cannot resist the attraction they feel towards their lover. There are hints of complexity in their relationship, as the singer wonders whether they have any chance at love and questions their lover's commitment.
The lyrics also touch on the universal theme of longing for completeness and connection in a relationship. The lines "Love in a woman's heart, I wanna have the whole and not a part" suggest that the singer is searching for a deeper, more meaningful love than the fleeting passion of a weekend fling. The repetition of this phrase throughout the song emphasizes the singer's yearning for a more profound emotional bond.
Overall, "Weekend" is a catchy, upbeat song with a poignant message about the complexities of human relationships and the longing for genuine connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Sunday and it's so hard to say goodbye
Parting ways on Sundays is always hard and emotional.
I don't know what to do passing the days without you
I feel lost and lonely without you by my side during weekdays.
Friday night when I see you again
I eagerly await for Friday nights just to be with you again.
You'll make a fool out of me
I fear that you'll take advantage of me or play games with my heart.
I don't wanna be your lover for the weekend
I don't want to just be a temporary fling or a short-term lover.
Sometimes when I'm looking at your face
When I gaze into your eyes, I sense that there are unresolved problems in our relationship.
There's something in your eyes that makes me realize
I have a hunch that you feel the same way I do but are too afraid to talk about it.
We've got no chance if we're going on this way
Our relationship is heading for failure if we keep avoiding our problems and not communicate honestly.
You mean such a lot to me
I really cherish and value our relationship.
Love in a woman's heart
The power and intensity of a woman's love is something I deeply desire and respect.
I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part)
I don't want a fling or a casual relationship. I want something long-lasting and meaningful.
It's strange that this feeling grows more and more
Despite our problems, my love for you continues to grow stronger every day.
‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before
My feelings for you are genuine and unique, unlike anything I've ever felt before.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: H P BAXXTER, RICK J. JORDAN, JUERGEN FROSCH, JENS PETER THELE, GERARD KOERTS, DIRK MIKE DIERICKX
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dasphantom1902
Es gibt Songs, die vergisst man nie. Ich bin inzwischen 57 Jahre alt. Diesen Song hörte ich zum ersten mal 1980 mit 15 Jahren. Und ich weiß genau noch, wo. Damals in der neunten Klasse. Einer der letzten Tage vor den Sommerferien. Zwei Mädels aus der achten Klasse saßen auf dem Fußboden im Schulgebäude, Kassettenrecorder dabei und dieser Song wurde gerade gespielt. Schon damals hat mich der Sound dieses Songs sehr berührt. Und es ist jetzt kein sentimentales Gelaber, wenn ich hier jetzt schreibe, dass ich schon damals wusste, dass ich diesen Song nie vergessen werde und immer in Erinnerung mit den beiden Mädels auf dem Fußboden mit ihren Kassettenrecorder haben werde. Und so ist es auch. Leider hatte ich diesen Song dann über sehr viele Jahre nie wieder gehört und ich wusste auch nicht, von wem dieser Song ist und wie er heißt. Aber Youtube macht vieles möglich.
@lolomandarine2605
Ich will diese Zeit zurück...Wie schön es war merkt man erst wenn es vorbei ist.
Danke für Ihren Kommentar.👍👍👍
@Tortuosit
Bin 50, das ist zwar nicht meine bevorzugte Zeit und meine Musik gewesen (90er für mich), aber den Song hat man immer und immer wieder irgendwo gehört. Ist einfach genial eingängig, ich liebe ihn und der wird wahrscheinlich auch in 50 Jahren noch gehört.
Lief neulich viel im NDR.
@fixyoursoul6144
@@Tortuosit
Hm… geht mir genau so. Mike & Sally Oldfield s Musik war auch so was.
Für mich klass Zeitmaschinen Musik, die einen in die Vergangenheit - ob Schulflure oder Bushaltestellen beamt.
Hab ich ansonsten noch mit einer bestimmten Art von türkisfarbenem Glitzer ( Gürtelgliter damals) und einem Parfüm ( my melidie - blau -) hab auf nem Flomarkt an einer leeren Flasche gerochen und war sofort weg hier !
@andrearoth3460
Ich finde ihn soo super. Ich war 10 Jahre alt. Dafür haben die einen Orden verdient. Soo viel Gefühl
@mentoomortensen9998
Cool!!
@simontopson
I'm so glad that Scooter found this song. I love the melody!
@BS8000_
respect to the man in the icecream-van
@albertsteenbergen3375
R.I.P. Chris Koerts, one of the founders of Earth and Fire. He past away today.....
@jonathandonovan1802
i know a guy from Luxemburg his surname is Koets but he's a dick