Foster & Allen began back in the seventies when Mick and Tony were playing in Country Music bands around Ireland. In 1975 they formed a small group and went over to the UK to work the Irish music venues on a short tour.
Mick & Tony had at this stage the idea of working together as a duo, playing โeasy listeningโ music with a touch of traditional Irish instrumentals. When their UK tour finished they decided to let the band return to Ireland whilst they stayed behind to try and break into the public eye. They played several venues in the London area and the reaction was very favourable; so much so, they decided to remain as a duo and Foster and Allen was formed.
It was difficult at the beginning and after a time working around the circuit in the UK and Ireland, they released their first single record The Rambles of Spring. This made a good impact on the Irish market and Foster and Allen were soon in demand for cabaret venues all over Ireland and to a lesser extent the UK At the end of 1978 Foster and Allen released the single A Bunch Of Thyme in Ireland, which entered the Irish charts and became their first top-selling No. 1 single.
It was not until 1982 that this single was released in the UK. It was played by all the radio stations in Britain and was soon in the pop charts. It climbed rapidly to number 18 in the UK Singles Chart. At the time, Mick & Tony were in the U.S. on a tour. They were contacted and told to fly back to Britain immediately as they were required to appear on televisionโs Top of the Pops.
Demand for Foster and Allen's services at venues all over Ireland and the UK increased at this point. They released another single "Old Flames" which also made its way into the UK Charts. They did their first concert tour of the UK in 1983 and this tour was boosted even more by the release of another single Maggie. This reached number 27 in the UK singles chart and, along with A Bunch Of Thyme, these became the signature tunes for the duo. Since then they have toured the UK twice each year.
In addition to the UK tours, Foster and Allen have toured the U.S.A, Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. They had five No. 1 Hits in Australia/New Zealand. They have also appeared on numerous TV shows in Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales as well as Australia, USA and Canada, and they have had their own TV series on RTE Television in Ireland.
In the early days Mick & Tony performed on stage as a duo, but in 1982 (when the concert tours started) they added a band to their show thus giving a much fuller sound to their program. On the recording front, Foster and Allen have to date released a total of 27 albums, all of which have gone into the British charts. This is a great achievement for a middle-of-the-road โeasy listeningโ act.
As well as the albums, they have released thirteen videos, again all of which have entered the British charts. The video "Souvenirs and Memories" reached No. 3 in the British charts around Christmas 1991, the "By Request" video went straight into the No. 1 spot in 1993 and their latest DVD/Video release "After All These Years" was a Top 10 Chart Release in the UK. To date Foster and Allen have achieved album and video sales in excess of 19 million worldwide.
Foster and Allen celebrated their 30th Anniversary together in the music industry with the release of their new album "Foster & Allen Sing The No. 1โs" which was a Top 30 Chart hit in the UK during Christmas 2005 bringing the sales of their last three albums in the UK and Ireland to over 500,000 units.
The duo recently completed their โWorld Concert Tour โ 2005/2006โ which took them on tour to the United Kingdom, Canada, South Africa, Ireland, U.S.A., Australia and Ireland.
Remember Me
Foster & Allen Lyrics
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We find a special friend
Who never lets us down
Who understands it all
Reaches out each time you fall
You're the best friend that I've found
I know you can't stay
Your heart will stay
I'll make a wish for you
And hope it will come true
That life would just be kind
To such a gentle mind
If you lose your way
Think back on yesterday
Remember me this way
Remember me this way
I don't need eyes to see
The love you bring to me
No matter where I go
And I know that you'll be there
Forever more a part of me, you're everywhere
I'll always care
And I'll be right behind your shoulder watching you
I'll be standing by your side and all you do
And I won't ever leave
As long as you believe
You just believe
I'll make a wish for you
And hope it will come true
That life would just be kind
To such a gentle mind
If you lose your way
Think back on yesterday
Remember me this way
Remember me this way
The lyrics to Foster & Allen's "Remember Me" speak to the special bond between two friends. The song is an ode to a person who has been a true friend throughout the ups and downs of life. The first verse describes this relationship in detail, stating that this friend "never lets us down" and "understands" everything. The friend is someone who "reaches out" when we fall and is "the best friend" we have.
The second verse speaks to the reality that this friend may not always be with us physically, but they will always be with us in our hearts. The singer says that "a part of you will never ever go away" and "your heart will stay." The singer mentions making a wish for their friend and hoping that life will be kind to them. They ask their friend to "remember me this way" if they ever lose their way.
The chorus of the song repeats the wish for the friend to remember them and their special bond. The singer explains that they don't need their friend to physically be with them to feel their love. They know that their friend will always be there, "Forever more a part of me, you're everywhere." The singer promises to always care for their friend and to be there for them, even if only in spirit.
Overall, "Remember Me" is a touching tribute to the power of friendship and the lasting impact it can have on our lives. It encourages us to cherish those special bonds and remember them even when our paths may diverge.
Line by Line Meaning
Every now and then
Occasionally, we come across a person who stands out
We find a special friend
A person who is more important and unique than many others
Who never lets us down
Someone dependable and always reliable
Who understands it all
Someone who sympathizes with your situation and feelings
Reaches out each time you fall
A friend who comes to your aid in times of hardship
You're the best friend that I've found
You are the most exemplary and influential friend I have ever encountered
I know you can't stay
I understand that you cannot be here forever
A part of you will never ever go away
However, a piece of you will remain with me always
Your heart will stay
Your love and kindness will forever stay in my heart
I'll make a wish for you
I will pray for your well-being
And hope it will come true
And I pray it happens as you deserve
That life would just be kind
May the world treat you well
To such a gentle mind
Someone as kind as you are
If you lose your way
If you ever get lost or feel unsupported
Think back on yesterday
Remember your happy moments from the past
Remember me this way
Recall me during those happier times
I don't need eyes to see
I do not require sight because
The love you bring to me
Your love and support mean so much to me
No matter where I go
As I move through my life
And I know that you'll be there
I am confident your support will be constant
Forever more a part of me, you're everywhere
You are and always will be, an integral part of me, in every moment and place
I'll always care
I will always be concerned about you
And I'll be right behind your shoulder watching you
I will be there to watch over and guide you like your guardian angel
I'll be standing by your side and all you do
I will be there to support you through everything
And I won't ever leave
I will never abandon or forsake you
As long as you believe
As long as you have faith
You just believe
Just have hope, and everything will fall in place
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID FOSTER, LINDA THOMPSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I Can't Stop Loving You
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Seven Old Ladies
The Fields Of Athenry
Dream Baby
Strangers In The Night
A Tribute To Tommy Makem
I Will Love You All My Life
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When You Were Sweet Sixteen
The Happiness Of Having You
My Eileen Is Waiting For Me
The Bluebell Polka (featuring Jimmy Shand)
Just For Old Times Sake
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Love this music , Iโm Scottish but Irish are my roots my grandparents, this music stirs my heart โค๏ธ
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@lucymacbride8287
Makes no difference what you're nationality is. Just enjoy there music. Regards Lucy xx
@angelahollingsworth1363
happy memories but at the same time sad my dad was from galway so we were brought up on irish folk songs love them still xx ty
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I love your voices
I listen to you all
The time
Congratulations
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@bruceprosper7625
I truly love their music ...I love country music and they play slot of country and I love Irish music and the accordion ..keep that great music coming Foster and Allen ..
@tinanolan2162
My mother is a very big fan of foster and Allen for a very long time. Keep up the great music. Xx
@anunath6437
I am listening with my 85yrs old patient at 3:30am ๐๐๐๐ nice vibe โค
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Beautiful โค๏ธ so soft, peaceful and gentle. Thank you ๐