(1) Grapefruit was a psychedelic rock band formed in 1967 by Scotland-born singer and guitarist George Alexander (b. Alexander Young), a member of the multi-talented Young family that also spawned his brothers George, the rhythm guitarist and founding member of The Easybeats and also Malcolm and Angus Young, both founding members of the Australian hard rock band, AC/DC. Alexander Young had chosen to remain in Britain when the rest of the Youngs emigrated to Australia.
Together with three former members of 'Tony Rivers & The Castaways' (namely John Perry, Geoff Swettenham and Pete Swettenham) Alexander formed 'The Grapefruit' (the band discarded the initial 'The' soon afterwards). Terry Doran, a friend of John Lennon, became their manager, seeing some commercial potential in them. Doran arranged for the band's music publishing rights (as songwriters) to be assigned to the publishing wing of The Beatles' new company Apple and they were the first writers to sign to the company, in early 1968.
Grapefruit's record career was launched in Spring 1968, albeit not on the Beatles' own Apple label, which opened for business a few months later, but on the UK Decca Records label. However, The Beatles continued to take some interest in Grapefruit, with John Lennon introducing the band to the media and inviting John Perry to join in on the recording of the hit single "Hey Jude".[1]
Grapefruit's recording career spanned only two years, from late 1967 to the end of 1969. They released two albums (Grapefruit in 1968, Around Grapefruit in 1969) and several of singles, none of which made a significant impact on the charts. Their best-known track is probably the Terry Melcher-produced "Dear Delilah", which was released in early 1968, but failed to enter the UK Top 20. Towards the end of their career, Grapefruit shifted from melodic pop to a more rough, blues-influenced style of music.
Grapefruit broke up in late 1969. Alexander remained in the music business as a session musician, while John Perry sung and played with artists including Cliff Richard and Bryn Haworth, before going solo in 1985.
For more information, check the official Grapefruit page
http://www.myspace.com/officialgrapefruit
(2) Grapefruit is a punk band from Hawaii.
For more information, check the official Grapefruit page http://www.myspace.com/grapefruit808
(3) Grapefruit is a czech crossover band from Stare Malenovice. Go check out their music webpage (in czech) at http://www.grapefruit.cz
(4) Grapefruit is a folk-punk band from England who play free shows and give away free music. http://myspace.com/grapefruitband
(5) is an electronic project in Portland, Oregon consisting of Charlie Salas-Hamara.
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C'mon Marianne
Grapefruit Lyrics
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I'll do anything just to make it right
Say you'll understand, oh I know you can
C'mon Marianne
No matter what people say, it didn't happen that way
She was a passing fling and not a permanent thing
C'mon Marianne (baby)
C'mon Marianne (baby)
C'mon Marianne (baby)
Say you can understand
My Marianne, Marianne, Marianne, Marianne
Well now your big brown eyes are all full of tears
From the bitterness of my cheatin' years
So I hang my head, wish that I was dead
C'mon Marianne (baby)
C'mon Marianne (baby)
C'mon Marianne (baby)
Say you can understand
My Marianne (baby)
C'mon Marianne (baby)
C'mon Marianne (baby)
The song "C'mon Marianne" by Grapefruit is a sad and remorseful plea for forgiveness from a man to his partner, Marianne, after he cheated on her. The lyrics express the man's deep regret for his actions and his desire to make things right. He is willing to do anything to make things right, as he is on his knees, asking for forgiveness.
The man is asking Marianne to understand that the affair was just a passing fling and that she is the one he truly loves. He apologizes for the bitterness and hurt that he has caused Marianne and acknowledges the pain that he has inflicted upon her. He wishes for death as a result of his guilty conscience and the tears in Marianne's eyes.
Overall, the song is full of a sense of remorse and the desire for reconciliation. The man is willing to go to any lengths necessary to make things right with Marianne, to whom he is forever devoted.
Line by Line Meaning
Whoa-ho-ho here I am on my knees again
I am begging for forgiveness and expressing my remorse
I'll do anything just to make it right
I am willing to go above and beyond to rectify my mistake
Say you'll understand, oh I know you can
I believe you have the capacity to forgive me and see things from my perspective
C'mon Marianne
I am imploring you to forgive me and take me back
No matter what people say, it didn't happen that way
I want you to know that rumors are not true and that my mistake was a one-time fling
She was a passing fling and not a permanent thing
I am emphasizing that the other woman was not significant and didn't mean anything to me
Well now your big brown eyes are all full of tears
I can see the pain I've caused you and my heart aches in response
From the bitterness of my cheatin' years
I know that my infidelity was hurtful and caused you much pain
So I hang my head, wish that I was dead
It pains me so much to see you hurt that I feel like I don't deserve to live
My Marianne, Marianne, Marianne, Marianne
I am calling you by name to express my deep affection and plead for your forgiveness
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: L RUSSELL BROWN, RAYMOND BLOODWORTH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kaatjie Muller
Just love their version of the song! Beautiful.
Malcolm Sprott
Well, I had completely forgotten about this band great song.
Butterfly Ternatea
Great cover love it thanks for sharing
jayne richards
This brings back memories of reading a copy of Jackie magazine ( I think ) and going on a hunt down Baker Street looking for their managers psychedelic car. We found the Mews and them. Happy days having breakfast with Grapefruit ❤️❤️
Michael George Parker
I bet it was Montague Mews ?
John Perry lived there guitarist vocalist with his girlfriend Patti Boyds sister
I was their roadie for a while was a great Indian restaurant close by on Baker st
Steven Wells
Alexander Young, elder brother of George, Malcolm and Angus, on bass.
Steven Wells
@Michael George Parker Unlike The Easybeats and AC/DC
Michael George Parker
@Steven Wells too be honest!
Not the greatest but they got better by the time Bob joined and Deep Water came out 🙏👍
Steven Wells
@Michael George Parker Correct.What were they like Live?
Michael George Parker
When he was in this band he called himself George Alexander, I roadied for them 🙏👍