The group formed in 1969 in Los Angeles, California, Before making it big in the music industry, the group appeared in the popular 1972 blaxploitation film Blacula, which starred actor William Marshall and brought the group in contact with songwriter Waldo Holmes. Holmes would go on to pen "Rock the Boat". The Hues Corporation's four other singles to reach the Billboard Hot 100 were "Freedom For The Stallion" (1973, #63), "Rockin' Soul" (1974, #18), "Love Corporation" (1975, #62), and "I Caught Your Act" (1977, #92).
The group's name was a pun on the Hughes Corporation, with the "hue" being the group's African-American heritage. Interestingly, they initially wanted to call themselves 'Children Of Howard Hughes', but that didn't pan out. The band's members were Bernard "St. Clair" Lee, Flemming Williams, and Ann Kelley.
Despite their initial success, the group disbanded in 1978. But with renewed interest in disco music throughout the 90s, the group reunited for tour dates and special events. This included the popular PBS special Get Down Tonight: The Disco Explosion. Bernard "St. Clair" Lee sadly passed away on March 8th, 2011.
I Got Caught Dancing Again
Hues Corporation Lyrics
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And i got caught dancing again
You were right next to my heart
And i got caught dancing again
Why did you look my way
It was just another dance
Why did you turn away
I thought when you walked over my
Way the world was so good (so good) again
But you passed me by, sad (sad) was i
Cause you walked out of my reach, out of my heart
Out of my reach, out of my heart
And i was left with a life that was lonely from the start
Why did you look my way
It was just another dance
Why did you turn away
Hoo, baby, can i have a second chance
I thought when you walked over my
Way the world was so good (so good) again
And you caught my eyes, glad was i (glad was i)
Cause you walked into my arms, into my heart
Into my heart, into my heart
Into my heart, into my heart
Into my heart, into my heart
Into my heart, into my heart...
(till fade)
The song "I Got Caught Dancing Again" by Hues Corporation is a catchy and upbeat disco track about a missed opportunity for love. The lyrics describe the singer's disappointment and regret for missing a chance with someone they were attracted to while out dancing. The person in question was within reach, but the singer got caught up in their own world, dancing and enjoying themselves, and missed the opportunity to connect with the person they desired. The singer is left with a lonely life, regretful of the missed chance but hopeful for a second one.
The chorus of the song is particularly poignant, as the singer laments the missed chance with the object of their affection. The repeated line "Why did you look my way? It was just another dance. Why did you turn away? Can I have a second chance?" conveys the singer's desperation for another chance to make a connection. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy melody contrast with the bittersweet lyrics, resulting in a song that is both fun and emotionally resonant.
Overall, "I Got Caught Dancing Again" is a disco classic that captures the spirit of the era with its infectious beat and danceable rhythm. The lyrics speak to the universal experience of missed opportunities in love, making it a relatable and enduring favorite for generations of music fans.
Line by Line Meaning
You were just within my reach
I was so close to having you
And i got caught dancing again
I got carried away with my feelings for you
You were right next to my heart
You meant so much to me
Why did you look my way
I was hoping for your attention
It was just another dance
I was trying to act cool and detached
Why did you turn away
I was hoping for your approval and interest
Can i have a second chance
I am hoping that you will give me another opportunity
I thought when you walked over my
I was elated when you approached me
Way the world was so good (so good) again
I felt like everything was falling into place
But you passed me by, sad (sad) was i
I was disappointed and crushed when you didn't reciprocate
Cause you walked out of my reach, out of my heart
You became distant and unattainable
And i was left with a life that was lonely from the start
I have always felt incomplete without you
Hoo, baby, can i have a second chance
I am still hoping for another opportunity with you
And you caught my eyes, glad was i (glad was i)
I was overjoyed when you finally paid attention to me
Cause you walked into my arms, into my heart
You finally let me in and gave me a chance
Into my heart, into my heart
You became an important and meaningful part of my life
Into my heart, into my heart
You filled a void that I had always felt
Into my heart, into my heart...
You will always have a special place in my heart
Contributed by Victoria Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@chorilagan
One of the great and classic song of the 70s.
@ermelinadeleon8845
Listening to this song by the Hues Corporation brings me back to my high school days memory lane.How i wish i could bring back those happy days of my youth.
@chorilagan
❤Thanks for sharing
@desiderata4445
The most memorable performance by the Hues Corporation was in the Philippines. It was few years after the group have attained the pinnacle of their success. They started to sing, "I got caught dancing again" and to their surprise, the audience sang with them. The lady singer just broke into crying. She was overwhelmed by the fact the each person in the audience was their devoted fan and they know the lyrics of their songs, particularly their biggest worldwide hit. I could not remember if it was in Sheraton or the former "Intercon" in Makati. Dong Puno wrote a long account of the event in his Bulletin column.
@joemato
Thanks for sharing, this will never be known by the many if you didn't share.
@joytobias-christo9490
Yes! I am a big fan.
@ninacruda
Who's watching?
@jonjon621
they performed at the araneta coliseum..
@gracianomendoza8671
I watched that too. Was it Araneta Colosseum? I think it was at PICC plenary hall. Anyway doesn’t matter, enjoyed that concert. Memories!
@vanlennon475
Boy, I love this song. I wish I could revisit the 70s with my new eyes! 😎