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1) Enchantment was a doom/death metal band from Blackpool, United Kingdom. They released only a demo and 1994's full length CD called "Dance the marble naked". The band had a 6 record deal with Century Media and disbanded after one full length album.

2) Enchantment is a funk, soul, R&B band formed in Detroit. Members: Emanuel 'EJ' Johnson, David Banks, Joe 'Jobie' Thomas, Ed 'Mickey' Clanton, Bobby Green. Formed in the late 60s at Detroit's Pershing High School, Enchantment became one of the most enjoyable but underrated groups of the late 70s and early 80s. Consisting of lead singer Emanuel "EJ" Johnson, Bobby Green, Mickey Clanton, Joe Thomas and Dave Banks, Enchantment was for many years a local favorite, playing gigs in the Detroit area while hoping to ultimately score a record contract.

Enchantment had its first big break in 1976, as the group signed with the Roadshow label and recorded a debut album with young producer (and future Motown executive) Michael Stokes. Enchantment was a decent introduction to the group, but most importantly was the first showcase for Enchantment's strong harmonies and the wonderful falsetto lead vocals and songwriting skills of EJ Johnson. Johnson was more influenced by Eddie Kendricks than Philip Bailey, but in an era of falsetto lead vocalists (from Russell Thompkins of the Stylistics to Eugene Record of the Chi-Lites), his ability to both master emotional ballads and attack blistering upbeat tunes moved him to the head of the class. Enchantment's debut album boasted two top ten R&B hits, "Sunshine" and the beautiful ballad, "Gloria," both written by Johnson.

Enchantment's follow up, Once Upon a Dream, was a gem, far surpassing its predecessor. Featuring the crossover ballad "It's You That I Need" and the stepper "If You're Ready," it was, front to back, one of 1978's most listenable LPs and included both more mature group vocals and more elaborate backing work by great local Detroit musicians (including a ripping saxophone solo by Bob Seger sideman Alto Reed). Beyond the LP's hits were a slew of memorable album cuts, including "Silly Love Song" and the swing ballad "Angel In My Life." Unfortunately, while Once Upon A Dream should have thrust the group to A-list status, it became Enchantment's commercial peak. The group followed in 1979 with the solid Journey To the Land of Enchantment, and its hit, "Any Way You Want It," but problems at Roadshow Records began to affect the Enchantment's visibility and active promotion.

1980 brought the downfall of Roadshow and the group's ill-fated move to RCA's fledgling black music division. Soft Lights, Sweet Music was a disappointment, and the group quickly switched to Columbia Records, where they hoped that an affiliation with the world's largest record company would create great opportunities for increased crossover success. Unfortunately, Enchantment was lost in Columbia's monolithic organization and their two albums there died from lack of support. Their final recording, 1983's marvelous Utopia, reunited them with Michael Stokes and was a critical success (and is very much worth searching for), but barely dented the charts.

Enchantment continues to perform in multi-group Soul Music shows. EJ Johnson has also become a popular name in Gospel circles as both a writer and producer. He released his first solo CD, the impressive Totally With Me, in 1999. In 2003, Enchantment released a beautiful single version of "God Bless America" in honor of America's soldiers in Iraq (with proceeds to the United Way). The single found the group in absolutely fantastic vocal form and is worth finding both for the cause and for the quality of the music.

By Chris Rizik

Hold On
Enchantment Lyrics

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If the groove fits your desire
Then let it take you a little bit higher

I see we've finally found the groove
The kind of groove that's gonna make you move
And if you're feelin' what I feel
I'll bet you know that the groove is real

Hold on, don't let go
Hold on, take it slow
And if the groove fits your desire
Let it take you a little bit higher
Hold on, hold on, hold on, hey

Everybody's groovin' to the funky beat
It's the kind of beat
That makes you wanna tap your feet
And you can do it without really tryin'
This funky groove is so electrifyin'

Hold on, don't let go
Hold on, take it slow
And if the groove fits your desire
Let it take you a little bit higher
Hold on, hold on, hold on

I see we've finally found the groove
The kinda groove that's gonna make you groove
And if you're feelin' what I feel
Then you know that the groove is real

Hold on, hold on, hold on, hold on
C'mon on, fellows

Hold on, hold that groove
Hold on, hold that groove
Hold on, hold that groove
Hold on, hold that groove

Hold on, hold that groove
Hold on, hold that groove

Hold on, hold that groove
Hold on, hold that groove

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Enchantment's song "Hold On" express the joy and celebration of finding the perfect groove. The song begins with encouragement to let the beat take you higher if it fits your desire. It sets the scene for the rest of the song, where everyone is grooving to the funky beat, tapping their feet even without trying because that's how electrifying the groove is. The lyrics suggest that if you're feeling the groove, you know it's real, and the listener is urged to hold on and not let go, to take it slow and let the groove take you higher.

Enchantment's "Hold On" is a perfect example of a feel-good dance song. The lyrics paint a picture of people dancing, lost in the moment, and enjoying the music. The song's upbeat and catchy tune makes it impossible not to move and dance along, which is precisely the intention. The song's lyrics are straightforward, urging the listener to let the music take hold and guide them to the dance floor. The song is a celebration of the joy and elation that comes from dancing and grooving to good music.

Line by Line Meaning

If the groove fits your desire
If the rhythm matches the beat you long for

Then let it take you a little bit higher
Allow the groove to elevate your being

I see we've finally found the groove
We have finally discovered the perfect rhythm

The kind of groove that's gonna make you move
This rhythm will make you dance

And if you're feelin' what I feel
If you sense what I am sensing

I'll bet you know that the groove is real
You are pretty sure that this rhythm is authentic

Hold on, don't let go
Wait, do not leave or give up on this rhythm

Hold on, take it slow
Be patient and enjoy the rhythm

Let it take you a little bit higher
Allow the groove to take you to greater heights

Hold on, hold on, hold on, hey
Continue holding on to the rhythm

Everybody's groovin' to the funky beat
Everyone is dancing to the funky rhythm

It's the kind of beat
This rhythm is of such a kind

That makes you wanna tap your feet
It will make you involuntarily move your feet

And you can do it without really tryin'
You can do it so effortless and without putting in any effort

This funky groove is so electrifyin'
This rhythm is so stimulating and exhilarating

Hold on, hold on, hold on
Continue holding on to the rhythm

C'mon on, fellows
Let us dance

Hold on, hold that groove
Do not let go of this rhythm

Hold on, hold that groove
Hug onto this rhythm

Hold on, hold that groove
Continue holding onto this rhythm

Hold on, hold that groove
Do not let go of this rhythm

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TROY MICHAEL JOHNSON, ROBIN BRUCE

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