1. Keith (born James Barry K… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists named Keith:
1. Keith (born James Barry Keefer)
Keith (born James Barry Keefer) was a U.S. vocalist and one-hit wonder. His first record deal with Columbia Records resulted in the 1966 single, "Caravan of Lonely Men" credited to Keith & the Admirations. Keith then moved to Mercury Records and released his solo debut, "Ain't Gonna Lie."
He is best remembered for the hit "98.6".
His second LP, 1968's "Out of Crank" failed to create public interest. The nadir came when U.S. Army officials nabbed him for draft evasion in the middle of a concert tour. He was inducted and stationed for a year in New Jersey. When he got out, Keith did some independent recording and joined Frank Zappa's 1973 touring band.
Keith recorded one last album, for RCA Records, with no luck, and then left the music business until 1986, when an attempted comeback under his real name proved unsuccessful. He also set up A.I.R. Records and produced albums for several local bands. In the 1990s the singer moved into the television industry, although he continues to play live dates.
2. KEITH
Oli Bayston – Vocals, Keys,
John Waddington – Bass
Johnny Winbolt-Lewis - Drums
Mark Nicholls - Guitar
KEITH – Not one, but four lads from four parts of England (Essex, Ealing, Shrewsbury and Leeds) meeting in (Greater) Manchester on a music course. Four headstrong characters, with wildly different musical roots, these guys are keen for their ideas & instruments to complement each other & so a strong democracy of songs prevail.
‘We don't see a problem with having a broad sound,’ says frontman Oli Bayston. ‘In fact, we see it as a benefit.’ Born into classical musicianship, while the oblique, brooding lyrics he sings examine the layers in relationships, both personal & sometimes political, he speaks more of Manchester’s Acid House heritage than the Stone Roses, any band similarities based more on their unwillingness to be part of any geographically based scene.
Bassist John Waddington, for several years a teenage techno dj, inspired by free hardcore barn parties in Shropshire, designs all the bands artwork himself and thus strengthens the band’s identity in his graphic art alter-ego “Wadders”.
Drummer Johnny Winbolt-Lewis seems to possess the drive for musicianship that took his dad to represent the UK in the Mexico Olympics. He obsessively absorbs & spits out music, a regular gig-goer turning other drummers onto Afrobeat legend Tony Allen, practising religiously, & watching obscure videos of Can, or DJs Cut Chemist & Numark “Keeping Time” with classic funky drummers : “it’s looking for the feel & listening for what’s going’ on around you rather than just studying the music. You hear it with the big bands like Radiohead & Blur, they’ve got a more simple, spacious feel”.
Guitarist Mark Nicholls, combines an ear for the classic song with echoes of African hi-life on current single ‘Back There’, or Eno’s avant garde textures on ‘The Miller’.
3. Keith
Based in Murfreesboro, TN, Hudson M. makes bad music on a 8-track cassette recorder that was purchased from the Facebook Marketplace.
4. Keith (of Keith & Tex)
Keith & Tex are the Jamaican rocksteady duo of Keith Rowe and Phillip Texas Dixon, best known for their 1967 hit "Stop That Train".
Candy Candy
Keith Lyrics
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But when I found her, she was all alone
She was awful pretty, and her hair shone like the gold
They mined from the Klondike years ago
I was going to Dallas, and so she tagged along
It felt good to have her by my side
And I never did feel cold, with Candy there to hold
Candy, can you hear the south wind singing in your mind
You've still another hundred miles to go
Can she catch a ride to Tallahassee if she tried
Candy could, but she don't want to know
We hitched from town to town, and Candy kind of found
A way to keep my troubles off my mind
And I never did feel better than when I laid Candy down
And felt her kisses pressing down on mine
But when I stopped in Kansas, Candy carried on
And where she is today I wouldn't know
But the times I shared with Candy were the best years of my life
Her body was the sweetest thing I've known
Candy, can you hear the south wind singing in your mind
You've still another hundred miles to go
Can she catch a ride to Tallahassee if she tried
Candy could, but she don't want to know
Candy could, but she don't want to know
In "Candy Candy," Keith sings about a girl named Candy who he describes as the kind of girl one would search for their whole life. He discovered her when she was alone, and he was captivated by her beauty and her golden hair reminiscent of the Klondike gold rush. This imagery suggests that Candy is precious and valuable to him.
Keith mentions that he was headed to Dallas and Candy decided to accompany him on his journey. Having her by his side made him feel good, and he emphasizes that he never felt cold when she was around. This implies that Candy provided him with warmth and emotional comfort. He also notes that he doesn't remember her ever crying, suggesting that she brought joy and positivity to their relationship.
As they traveled together, relying on hitchhiking from town to town, Candy became a source of solace for Keith. She found a way to keep his troubles off his mind, indicating that she was a distraction and a source of happiness for him. When they were intimate, Keith describes the experience as the best years of his life, emphasizing the pleasure and satisfaction he felt with Candy. Her kisses were particularly memorable and intense for him.
However, their journey took a turn when Keith stopped in Kansas but Candy chose to continue on. Keith expresses that he doesn't know where she is today, suggesting that their paths diverged. Despite this separation, he reflects on the times they shared together as the happiest years of his life. He concludes the song by acknowledging that Candy has more miles to go, but she may not want to know about the opportunities available to her, potentially indicating that she is content with her current situation or not interested in pursuing new experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Candy was the kind of girl you'd search for all your life
Candy was an extraordinary girl, the kind that you would spend a lifetime searching for
But when I found her, she was all alone
However, when I discovered her, she was lonely and without companionship
She was awful pretty, and her hair shone like the gold
She was incredibly beautiful, and her hair sparkled with a golden radiance
They mined from the Klondike years ago
Similar to the gold that was excavated from the Klondike many years ago
I was going to Dallas, and so she tagged along
As I was heading towards Dallas, she decided to come along with me
It felt good to have her by my side
Having her as my companion brought me immense joy and contentment
And I never did feel cold, with Candy there to hold
Her presence kept me warm, both physically and emotionally
And I don't recall a time she ever cried
I cannot remember a single instance when she shed tears
Candy, can you hear the south wind singing in your mind
Candy, do you perceive the melodic tunes of the southern breeze resonating in your thoughts
You've still another hundred miles to go
You still have a distance of one hundred miles remaining in your journey
Can she catch a ride to Tallahassee if she tried
If she makes an effort, could she find a means of transportation to Tallahassee
Candy could, but she don't want to know
Candy possesses the capability, but she consciously chooses not to pursue it
We hitched from town to town, and Candy kind of found
We relied on hitchhiking as our mode of transportation, and Candy somehow managed
A way to keep my troubles off my mind
She discovered a method to divert my worries and concerns away from my thoughts
And I never did feel better than when I laid Candy down
I never experienced a greater sense of satisfaction than when I made love to Candy
And felt her kisses pressing down on mine
And sensed her passionate kisses gently pressing against my lips
But when I stopped in Kansas, Candy carried on
However, when I halted in Kansas, Candy decided to continue her journey
And where she is today I wouldn't know
As of now, I am oblivious to her current whereabouts
But the times I shared with Candy were the best years of my life
Yet, the moments I spent with Candy were the most remarkable years of my existence
Her body was the sweetest thing I've known
Her physical form was the most delightful and pleasurable entity I had ever encountered
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Written by: Keith Shaw
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