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1. Five (formerly styled 5ive) was a British boy band formed in 1997, created by the two men who had created the Spice Girls - Bob and Chris Herbert. The five lads - Abs Breen, Jason 'J' Brown, Ritchie Neville, Scott Robinson and Sean Conlon - were the five members picked from over 3,000 hopefuls at auditions in early 1997. They went on to have ten top 10 hits in the UK and three number 1's, and enjoyed marginal success worldwide, particularly in parts of Europe and in Australia. Five disbanded on 27 September 2001.
Biography
In 1997, an advertisement was placed in the UK performing arts newspaper The Stage, asking for young male singers/dancers to audition for a boy band-style group with "attitude and edge". Bob and Chris Herbert, the two men who had earlier created the Spice Girls, thought the time was right for a male group. Three thousand hopefuls auditioned and they were finally narrowed down to only fourteen, five of whom had arranged themselves into a group while waiting for their audition and subsequently were signed with BMG/RCA for a six-album deal.
In November of 1997, the band released their first single in the UK, "Slam Dunk (Da Funk)", which debuted at #10. The song was also released in the US in 1998 but had little chart success, although it was chosen as the new theme song by the NBA. In 1998 Five earned their first major international hit, "When The Lights Go Out", which cracked the US top 10 and earned Gold status there soon after. Five then went on an eight-day tour to promote their upcoming album, appearing in a concert special for the Disney Channel with Irish girl group B*Witched, in Times Square in New York City, and on MTV's TRL. The debut album peaked at #27 in the US, and topped the charts in other countries worldwide, including the UK. "It's The Things You Do" was released in late 1998 in the US, only to receive a lukewarm reception. The group embarked upon a US tour with boy band *NSYNC, but soon after pulled out due to exhaustion, flying back to England to rest and start work on a new album. Still mining the first record, "Got The Feelin'", "Everybody Get Up", and "Until The Time Is Through" were all released as singles throughout 1998. Reaching the top 5 in different countries around the world, the latter two singles each rose to the number two spot in the UK, and Five had well and truly made their mark in the world of boy band mania.
In August 1999, the first single of their second album, the catchy dance tune "If Ya Gettin' Down", was released and became a major hit worldwide but yet again failed top go to #1 in their home country, kept out of the top spot by Ricky Martin. Finally in October 1999, after three consecutive number-two peaks, "Keep On Movin'" became their first UK #1, as well as their biggest selling single to date. The second album hit the top five shortly thereafter. "Don't Wanna Let You Go" was released in early March 2000, peaking at #9. On March 3, 2000, Five opened at the BRIT Awards with rock legends Queen, performing an updated version of that band's hit, "We Will Rock You". That night Five won their first BRIT Award, as "Best Pop Act", and their cover of the Queen song went on to become their second #1 in the UK in July 2000. The first half of 2000 found Five on a successful world tour, performing concerts in the UK, Europe, Russia, Australasia and—as a foursome—South America, after band member Ritchie contracted Chicken Pox and had to be flown back to England.
After finishing the tour, the group continued to perform at many concerts in the UK, including Party in the Park with Queen. A re-issue of their album Invincible included remixed versions of a couple of songs and five live tracks from their tour, as well as a bonus track, "Don't Fight It Baby". Due for release in July 2000 in the US, the song was pulled from release after the group was dropped by their stateside label, Arista Records. Five also had problems with their Asian record company, and subsequently cancelled their Asian tour.
Suffering from this major blow, the lads headed back to the studio and started writing songs for their next album. They continued to win awards in the UK and Europe, and in December 2000 launched their second big tour, in their home country. In January 2001, Five went to perform at one of the biggest festivals in the world, "Rock In Rio" in Rio de Janeiro and Caracas, to an audience of almost half a million people.
In May 2001, after many months of creative writing and "developing their own personal sound," Kingsize was completed. When it was time to begin filming the video for the debut single off the album, however, band member Sean had fallen ill with glandular fever. The "Let's Dance" video was released with a life-size cardboard cut-out standing in for the ailing singer, and rumours that he had in fact left the band had to be quashed. Scott also temporarily left the band for a few weeks to be with his his then-fiancée Kerry Oaker, who was having troubles with her pregnancy. Their son, Brennan Rhys, was born on July 11, 2001, five weeks premature. The remaining three members, J, Abz and Ritchie, pressed on with heavy promotion of the group's third album and the "Let's Dance" single. Whilst performing at a concert in Belgium in July, Ritch ripped the tendons in his left foot, putting a halt to all promotion and prompting the group to have a few meetings to re-think their options and future. "Let's Dance" was released in mid August 2001, however, and became their third UK #1, holding the top spot for two weeks. Kingsize debuted two weeks later at #3, going on to achieve Gold status.
After a month of serious meetings with record management, Five came to the decision that they were "calling it a day", and the group disbanded on September 27, 2001, via an announcement on MTV Select. On September 28, a day after the announcement, Scott married his childhood sweetheart, Kerry Oaker, at a ceremony which all the lads attended.
In November 2001, "Closer To Me", featuring rare footage of the band, and "Rock The Party", with an animated video, were released as a double-A-side single. A greatest hits album followed.
In the band's short life-span, they experienced success around the world, racking up three number-one singles in the UK and selling an estimate of 15-20 million records worldwide, including 7 million albums worldwide and two million in the United States, and picking up numerous awards along the way.
In November 2001, Five member Abs went to Australia for the major pop festival Rumba! and performed on stage with boy band Blue. About a year after the breakup, he enjoyed a brief but fairly successful solo career, releasing the album Abstract Theory in 2003, which produced three top 10 singles in the UK.
Ritchie Neville and Sean Conlon also initially attempted solo musical careers which seemed to stop almost before they began, although Ritchie has made occasional appearances as a TV guest star, presenter, actor and reality show celebrity contestant. Scott Robinson joined a local Essex radio station, EssexFM, in 2002 for a few months as a radio DJ. He starred in the UK regional theatre musical Boogie Nights 2 from late 2004 through most of 2005. Scott also became a father for a second time, with the birth of his second son on September 13, 2006.[2]. J Brown had all but disappeared from public view for nearly 4 years but has recently resurfaced as a writer and producer. Sean Conlon ultimately became the second group member to sign a solo recording deal, with Sony, and began work toward a new album.
On September 17, 2006, an announcement was made via Five's official MySpace page that a press conference was to be held at The Scala in central London, England, on September 27, 2006, at around 11am GMT. After a venue change due to a shooting at The Scala, the conference was moved to the Bar Academy Islington. It was rumoured that four of the five members would be reuniting (Sean now being committed to his Sony deal), and this was confirmed at the press conference. Five recorded new material for what was to be their fourth studio album, working with Guy Chambers, Swedish producer/songwriter Anders Bagge, and French DJs Trak Invaders, and also planned to tour in 2007. As of January 2007, Five had completed half of their album and were looking to sign up to a record company. The album was expected to be released within the next few months. On March 8, 2007, at midnight, Five premiered one-minute clips of two brand new songs that were to have been on the new album. The songs, titled "70 Days" and "Settle Down," can be heard on the band's official webpage and also on their MySpace page.
Only 7 months after reforming, having failed attempts at securing a record deal, Five announced on May 20, 2007, via their official website that the group will no longer be pursuing a comeback.
In 2013 the band reformed again for hit reality show The Big Reunion. The line-up includes all original members apart from J Brown, who after a couple of meetings decided that he did not want to be in the limelight. The band performed at the Big Reunion concert at the Hammersmith Apollo on 26 February 2013 and will also be performing on tour with The Big Reunion in May 2013. In August 2014, via Twitter, Abs Breen (now known as 'Abz Love') announced that he was no longer a member of the group.
As of 2018, the current line-up consists of Ritchie Neville, Scott Robinson and Sean Conlon.
2. Five is also the name of a german jazz group. Members are Matthias Bergmann flgh (Köln), Volker Winck (Volker Winck Quartet) ts, ss (Osnabrück), Christoph Busse p (Hannover), Gerold Donker b (Hamburg) and Thomas Hempel dr (Oldenburg).
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Five Lyrics
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Your lies
It's all the same to me
No surprise
Don't fantasize
Why can't you see?
'Cause there's red lights
And new heights
I know the truth
It's hard to believe
We both know we're damned
But we both know we're free
I've been blinded by your eyes
Acting so unwise
You can run but you can't hide
Don't romanticize your lies
Go check your alibis
I've been blinded by your eyes
Acting so unwise
You can run but you can't hide
Don't romanticize your lies
I'll be your alibi
Midnight
Hold tight
Don't put the blame on me
Tied hands
We're damned
But we both know the fee
I've been blinded by your eyes
Acting so unwise
You can run but you can't hide
Don't romanticize your lies
Go check your alibis
I've been blinded by your eyes
Acting so unwise
You can run but you can't hide
Don't romanticize your lies
I'll be your alibi
Go check your alibis
Go check your alibis
Why can't you see?
I've been blinded by your eyes
Acting so unwise
You can run but you can't hide
Don't romanticize your lies
Go check your alibis
Black eyes
Your lies
It's all the same to me
"Everybody Get Up" is an upbeat, infectious song that aims to bring energy to the listener. It begins with the catchy chorus of "Everybody get up singing, 1, 2, 3, 4, Five will make you get down now." The song is about dance and having fun, with the lyrics encouraging the listener to keep it real and raw, and move to the rhythm. The rapper also boasts about his skills, claiming to be "lyrically blessed" and giving a shout out to Janet, one of the queens of dance music. The song is very rhythmic and the lyrics represent the feeling of letting loose and having a good time.
The song also has many references to pop culture. For instance, the chorus starts with a nod to Jackson 5's "ABC," and the rapper mentions Jimmy Fly Snooka, who was a famous professional wrestler, and the Hounds of the Baskerville, which is a reference to the famous Sherlock Holmes novel. The lyrics also contain some slightly edgy and controversial themes that are common in this genre, such as "Hard I'm addictive, better lock your kids in." Overall, the song is about expressing yourself, having fun and not taking life too seriously.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody get up singing
Let's all come together and start singing.
1, 2, 3, 4, Five will make you get down now
Our song is going to make you want to dance and move your body.
You gots to keep it real
Be authentic and true to yourself.
You gots to keep it raw
Be unfiltered and genuine in your actions and expression.
I'm lyrically blessed
I have a natural talent for writing and performing lyrics.
So don't try to ignore
Don't overlook or underestimate my skills and abilities.
Time for some action
It's time to stop talking and start doing something.
Creeping up your back and
Slowly and steadily making progress towards our goal.
Keep the beat nasty
Maintain a strong, dirty beat that will get people moving and feeling the music.
Like Janet my reaction
My response to the music is passionate and energetic, like Janet Jackson's performances.
Hard I'm addictive
The music is intense and addictive, making you want to keep listening and dancing.
Better lock your kids in
The music is so good that even children will want to dance, so make sure to keep them safe and inside.
Coming to your area
We are bringing our music and energy to your location.
Ya don't know what you're missing
If you haven't experienced our music and performance, you are missing out.
Go tell your family
Spread the word about our music to your loved ones.
Here comes the enemy
We are not afraid of opposition or competition.
Blowing up the spot tech remedy
We are bringing a high-tech and exciting performance that will energize and entertain the crowd.
Keep it moving on
Continue to move and dance to the music.
I'll be the resident, president
I am the leader of this musical performance and will be in charge.
I'm the 5th element
I am an essential part of this group and contribute something unique.
Jimmy fly snooka stone
A reference to wrestling and the strength and power that our music possesses.
Cold is how I'm
My delivery and performance is strong and emotionless.
Hittin' em' better get together
Our music is so good that it will bring people together and create a fun, exciting environment.
Put your hands in the sky
Raise your hands and get ready to dance and celebrate.
Stick em up punk
A command to raise your hands and get ready for a good time.
Hit em low, hit em high
Dance and move your body in any way you want to the beat of our music.
Now I'm the bad boy
I am confident, rebellious, and cool.
That you invite for dinners
A humorous reference to how popular and well-liked I am.
Ain't got no manners
I am unapologetically myself, even if it means being rude or uncivilized.
'cause I eat with my fingers
A funny and quirky detail about my personality that adds to my charm and appeal.
Lost boys terrorize the neighbourhood
We are a group of mischievous and rebellious individuals who will bring excitement and chaos wherever we go.
And hounds of the Baskerville will be up to no good
A reference to a classic mystery novel about misbehaving dogs, highlighting our mischievous and unpredictable nature.
So come on, come on
Encouragement to everyone to join in on the fun and excitement.
Everybody keep checking us
Keep watching and following us, because we are setting the trend and leading the way in music.
Coming with the funk
Bringing high-energy and exciting music that will make you dance and move.
Bring it on wickedness
We are not afraid of challenges or obstacles, and will overcome them with our energetic and positive music.
Everybody better recognize
Everyone needs to realize and appreciate the talent and skills of our group.
We got the funky rhymes
Our music is unique and exciting, with creative and catchy lyrics that will get stuck in your head.
Keep it together, baby
Stay focused and energized, even when things get challenging or chaotic.
Don't even try to organize
Our music is too wild and unpredictable to be tamed or controlled.
We be the roughnecks
We are tough, rugged, and ready to take on any challenge or competition.
No concept, no business
We are unconventional and creative, rejecting traditional business ideas or concepts.
We here to get down
We are here to dance, let loose, and have a good time.
And make em grab your biscuits
Our music and performance will be so exciting and energetic that it will make you want to dance and move your body.
So everybody, anybody, somebody
Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun and excitement of our music and performance.
Put your hands together
Clap and celebrate our music and performance.
Represent like John Gotti
Stand up for what you believe in, like the famous gangster John Gotti.
Paragraph after grammar for gas
A nonsensical line, purely for the sake of the rhyme and rhythm of the song.
The party's Armageddon
Our music and performance is so exciting and wild that it feels like the end of the world, in a good way.
Hit em with the heavy class
Our music is powerful and intense, hitting you with a heavy beat and strong rhymes.
I'm bugging
I am overcome with excitement and energy because of our music and performance.
Hitting with the hooligan bamn
Our music is rebellious and wild, like a group of hooligans causing trouble.
I know I wanna stand-up
Our music is so infectious and exciting that it will make you want to stand up and dance.
So baby jump!
Hop and dance to our music, and let yourself be carried away by the excitement and energy.
Five will make you get down
Our group and music is so exciting and energizing that it will make you want to dance and move.
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Written by: Cameron Angrave-Smith, Ellie Terry, Zac Smith
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Nick Samon
Yeah, I like that, you know what I mean?
You're looking kind of fly tonight, girl
What's up, check it
Baby, when the lights go out
I'll show you what it's all about
Comin' at you, girl, you're gonna like this, girl
Here we go, check it
I ain't sorry for the way I feel
I know you think I'm being insincere
From the way like I'm treatin' you
I never wanted to be so unkind
The only one thing on my mind
Is just kickin' it with you, girl
Baby, it's not the way I feel
You know you must believe me
Baby, it's not part of the deal
Oh, no, no
Baby, when the lights go out
Every single word could not express
The love and tenderness
I'll show you what it's all about
Babe, I swear you will succumb to me
So, baby, come to me when the lights go out
Ah, yeah, check it, check it out
Second verse, girl
I know you think it may be just a lie
Ain't no good in puttin' up a fight
'Cause my heart is set on you
I see the truth is in your eyes
I ain't fooled by your thin disguise
I can see I'm gettin' through, babe
Girl, don't deny the way you feel
You know you gotta trust me
Give me a chance to prove I'm real
Oh yeah, yeah
Baby, when the lights go out
Every single word could not express
The love and tenderness
I'll show you what it's all about
Babe, I swear you will succumb to me
So baby, come to me when the lights go out
Baby, when the lights go out
Every single word could not express
The love and tenderness
I'll show you what it's all about
Babe, I swear you will succumb to me
So baby, come to me when the lights go out
When I flick the switch, make your hips wanna dip
Now I can get you off 'cause I'm ready and equipped
Now swing for me baby, give me all that you got
Never wanna stop 'cause you make me feel hot
I know what you wanna do and that I feel the same way too
Give you what you want through the days and the nights
Yeah, it's about time that we turned out the light
Yeah, I like that, so what's up, check it
Baby, when the lights go out
Every single word could not express
The love and tenderness
I'll show you what it's all about
Babe, I swear you will succumb to me
So baby, come to me when the lights go out
Baby, when the lights go out
Every single word could not express
The love and tenderness
I'll show you what it's all about
Babe, I swear you will succumb to me
So baby, come to me when the lights go out
Baby, when the lights go out
Every single word could not express
Vanesa Colmenares
Yeah, I like that
Nah mean?
You're looking kinda fly tonight girl
What's up
Check it
Baby when the lights go out
I'll show you what it's all about
Coming at you girl
Know you I like this girl
Here we go!
Check it out
I ain't sorry for the way I feel
I know you think I'm being insincere
From the way I'm treating you
I never wanted to be so unkind
The only one thing on my mind
Is just kicking it with you girl!
Baby it's not the way I feel
You know you must believe me
Baby it's not part of the deal
Oh, no, no!
Baby, when the lights go out
Every single word could not express
The love and tenderness
I'll show you what it's all about
Babe, I swear you will succumb to me
So baby come to me
When the lights go out!
I know you think it may be just a lie
Ain't no use in putting up a fight
'Cause my heart is set on you
I see the truth it's in your eyes
I ain't fooled by your thin disguise
I can see I'm getting through, babe!
Girl don't deny the way you feel
You know you've gotta trust me
Give me a chance to prove I'm real
Oh, yeah, yeah!
Baby, when the lights go out
Every single word could not express
The love and tenderness
I'll show you what it's all about
Babe, I swear you will succumb to me
So baby come to me
When the lights go out!
Every single word could not express
The love and tenderness
I'll show you what it's all about
Babe, I swear you will succumb to me
So baby come to me
When the lights go out!
When I flick da switch
Make ya hips wanna dip now
I can get you off
'Cause I'm ready and equipped now
Swing for me baby, give me all that you got
Never wanna stop, 'cause ya make me feel hot
I know what you wanna do
And that I feel the same way too
Give me what ya want through
The days and the nights
Yeah it's about time
That we turned out the lights!
Yeah, I like that
Nah wassup'?
Check it
Baby, when the lights go out
Every single word could not express
The love and tenderness
I'll show you what it's all about
Babe, I swear you will succumb to me
So baby come to me
When the lights go out! (Baby, when the lights go out)
Every single word could not express
The love and tenderness
I'll show you what it's all about
Babe, I swear you will succumb to me
So baby come to me
Baby, when the lights go out!
Every single word...
Mandy S
As a 90s kid this hits me right in the nostalgia
Jess Collie
I can't believe it was almost exactly 20 years ago that I first heard this song on the radio. Still love it!
Eggmun
This is the kind of music elders will be listening to in the 2060s.
Desy Budi Setyasih
Epic song
NobleDemonTim
And I look forward to it.
River AXL
There should be a law against dislike for childhood memories song like this.
Cielo Ibañez
The best version of this song
MitchyBoi
Kiana Johnson this is the first version
Kiana Johnson
Cielo Ibañez same here.
Kiana Johnson
Cielo Ibañez I agree this song is way better then the first version of this song.