Formed circa 1968/69, the original core members included percussionist Patrick Olive, guitarist Franklyn De Allie and drummer Ian King, along with bass player Tony Wilson, pianist Larry Ferguson and with Jamaican-born songwriter/vocalist Errol Brown. For Apple, they released a reggae version of "Give Peace A Chance", and backed Mary Hopkins on "Think About Your Children" before the Apple label dissolved. In 1970, they signed to Rak Records, a label owned by UK producer Mickie Most who had the group compose the final chart hit for Herman's Hermits. On their own they were to become one of the U.K's best loved charts groups, with 25 UK top 40 hit singles in their career. Hot Chocolate enjoyed their first UK hit in 1970 with "Love Is Life" followed by many more U.K. Top 10 hits including "I Believe (In Love)," "Brother Louie" (a stateside #-1 for U.S Stories), "A Child's Prayer," "Put Your Love In Me," "No Doubt About It," "Girl Crazy," "It Started With A Kiss" and "What Kinda Boy You Looking For (Girl)."
While popular in the U.K, it wasn't until 1974 that they secured a U.S record deal with Big Tree records, releasing the single "Emma", and becoming associated with burgeoning disco scene with "Disco Queen." Their second US album featured "You Sexy Thing" which hit #3 on the US top 40 charts. By 1978 they were affiliated with Infinity Records in the U.S and hit #6 on the charts with "Every 1's A Winner." 1979 sees the band release the LP "Going Through The Motions" obviously burning out on disco, but still commercially aiming for the dancefloor market with the irionic track "Mindless Boogie". They continued for some years afterwards but never regained the chart action or a U.S label, with lead singer Errol Brown finally leaving in 1987, basically putting an end to the group.
In 1992, with a new line-up, manager and agent, Ric Martin, took control over the band's bookings and live appearances. Hot Chocolate continue to make live appearances in the UK and Europe. A minor resurgence in interest in Hot Chocolate's music occurred after the 1998 film "The Full Monty" used "You Sexy Thing" prominently in the soundtrack. Errol brown was also known under the nickname, "the singing malteser" due to his bald head.
Cadillac
Hot Chocolate Lyrics
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Let me take you there
Yeah, yeah
Heaven's in the back seat of my Cadillac
Let me take you there
Yeah, yeah
Can't stand it
Baby
When I'm close to you I wanna touch you
There are people ev'rywhere
People who like to stare
Can't take it, baby
Let's get outta here
Heaven's in the back seat of my Cadillac
Let me take you there
Yeah, yeah
Heaven's in the back seat of my Cadillac
Let me take you there
Yeah, yeah
Let's do it
Let's do it, baby
Let's go for a ride out in the countryside
Just me and you far from the city lights
That's much too bright for this kinda lovin'
Heaven's in the back seat of my Cadillac
Let me take you there
Yeah, yeah
Heaven's in the back seat of my Cadillac
Let me take you there
Yeah, yeah
Makin' love
Makin' love with you
Is such a beautiful thing to do
Makin' love
Makin' love with you
Is such a wonderful thing with me and moonlight
Heaven's in the back seat of my Cadillac
Let me take you there
Yeah, yeah
Heaven's in the back seat of my Cadillac
Let me take you there
Yeah, yeah
Let's do it
Let's do it, baby
Let's go for a ride out in the countryside
There are people ev'rywhere
People who like to stare
Can't take it, baby
Let's get outta here
Makin' love
Makin' love with you
Is such a beautiful thing to do
Makin' love
Makin' love with you
Is such a wonderful thing beneath the moonlight
The lyrics of "Heaven is in the back seat of my Cadillac" by Hot Chocolate is a song that describes a passionate love affair that ignites strong feelings of desire in the lovers. The singer is longing to take their lover to a secret place where they can be free from the judging eyes of society and all other external factors affecting their love. In the backseat of his luxurious Cadillac, he believes he can provide a haven in which they can express their love powerfully without inhibition.
As he sings, he expresses how he cannot stand not being able to touch the person he loves while they are in public because they fear being judged. For this reason, he suggests getting out of the city lights and driving out to the countryside where they can be free from external distractions. The paradise he describes resides in the backseat of his Cadillac, which he believes can serve as their haven from the world. As they ride off into the night, bathed in the light of the moon, they make love and enjoy the beautiful moment.
Overall, "Heaven is in the back seat of my Cadillac" describes the passionate love between two lovers who seek a private space away from the judgement and prying eyes of the world. The singer is willing to do whatever it takes to make their love a beautiful and unforgettable experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Heaven's in the back seat of my Cadillac
My ultimate happiness is achieved when we are in my car.
Let me take you there
I want to be the one to drive us towards our happiness.
Can't stand it
I am overwhelmed by my feelings for you.
Can't take it, baby
I cannot tolerate being around other people when you are so close to me.
When I'm close to you I wanna touch you
I am filled with an overwhelming desire to be physically close to you when you are near.
People who like to stare
There are others around us who constantly watch and judge us.
Let's go for a ride out in the countryside
Let's leave the city, be alone, and spend some quality time together.
That's much too bright for this kinda lovin'
The city lights are too harsh for the sweet and serene type of love that we share.
Makin' love with you
Is such a beautiful thing to do
Physical intimacy with you is a wonderful and meaningful experience.
Is such a wonderful thing with me and moonlight
Our love is enhanced when we are under the romantic glow of the moonlight.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ERROL AINSWORTH GLENSTOR BROWN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@denisesaunders3067
Errol. stylish very handsome man.sadly missed.
@emanueleforesti4987
Tu pinza io lo visto in concerto nel 1981 a Montecarlo e un uomo di eleganza unico
@shirleycanida3273
Oh yeah baby he was a super bad man we loved Errol ,miss him 💕💕🔥
@garethwilkinson3456
And vigorous. Is that what you want?
@charlesbronson5131
This is some good shit.
Truly ahead of it's time.
Still sounds hot in 2021🇿🇦
@garywoodward2841
Fantastic. SO funky and groovy. Mesmerising 🔥🔥🔥🎶🎶🎶
@shirleycanida3273
5/28/2022💕👍
@melissarowe3550
Yeah it is they are they do! 🤩whoo!
@sueridge4600
Still hot in 2023. Ahead of their time.
Thanks Hot Chocolate for the music & the memories.
RIP Errol♥️
@janath9118
'Heaven is in the back seat of my Cadillac' song by the band Hot Chocolate back in the 70's. This band was one of my favorites back than, and the music of this song was amazing. I liked it very much and this brings back old memories! Thanks for the upload.