Kiki Dee began singing with a local band in Bradford in the early 1960s. Her recording career began as a session singer. She sang backing vocals for Dusty Springfield, among others, and was highly regarded by other singers but did not achieve solo success in the UK for many years. In the USA, her style was admired and she became the first British artist to be signed by Tamla Motown, releasing her first Tamla single in 1970.
In the days before Radio 1 Kiki Dee was a regular performer of other people's hits on BBC radio, and she starred with a group of session singers in the BBC2 singalong series One More Time. Nevertheless, it was only after she joined forces with Elton John and Rocket Records that she became a household name in the UK. Her first major hits were "I Got The Music In Me" (1974) and "Amoureuse" (1973) [1].
Don't go breaking my heart (With Elton John) - 1976 Star - 1981 True love (with Elton John) - 1994
She has released 39 singles, 3 EPs, 9 LPs and 2 CDs to date. During the 1970s and 1980s was regularly voted the top UK female singer, with her powerful and soulful voice equally suited to rockers or ballads.
Kiki Dee has also appeared in musical theatre - notably in the lead role in the West End musical Blood Brothers. She took on the role (originally played by Barbara Dickson for the 1988 production and recording).
She also performed at Live Aid, reprising "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" with John, and performing backing vocals on the other songs in his set.
She still tours, and occasionally makes guest appearances on television in shows such as Never Mind the Buzzcocks. She has recorded with other artists such as Dave Stewart and guitarist Carmelo Luggeri.
Good Times
Kiki Dee Lyrics
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Will show you things
You're ready to
Peel them away
You're on the verge of good times
You're on the verge of good times
You're on the verge of good times
Don't shut me out
Don't shut me out
Don't shut me out
Think as you feel
Please think as you feel
You're on the verge of good times
You're on the verge of good times
You're on the verge of good times
Don't shut me out
Don't shut me out
The mirror encourages me
All the way
"Good Times" is a song by Kiki Dee which speaks of the excitement and anticipation that comes with the prospect of good times. The opening lines, "The mask of time will show you things you're ready to peel away," suggest that the passing of time offers the potential for growth and self-discovery. We are on the cusp of experiencing this positivity and shouldn't shut ourselves off from the possibility of good things happening.
The song encourages us to be open and think as we feel, reminding us that we are at the edge of experiencing good times. The repeated refrain of "you're on the verge of good times" creates an atmosphere of anticipation and optimism. It is a reminder that we are on the cusp of good things and should remain open to the possibilities when they arise. The final line, "the mirror encourages me all the way," could refer to a sense of self-reflection and self-encouragement, suggesting that our own inner voice inspires us and leads us towards better times.
Line by Line Meaning
The mask of time
As time passes, you will begin to see things more clearly
Will show you things
Through the passing of time, you will gain insight into yourself and your surroundings
You're ready to
You are now at a point where you can face these insights
Peel them away
You are capable of removing the barriers that have been keeping you from experiencing good times
You're on the verge of good times
You are so close to experiencing good times
Don't shut me out
Please don't ignore what I'm saying
We're open now
We are in a place where we can openly communicate
Think as you feel
Allow your emotions to guide your thoughts
Please think as you feel
It's important to let your feelings influence your thoughts
The mirror encourages me
Looking at myself in the mirror motivates me and boosts my self-confidence
All the way
I'm fully committed to this journey towards good times
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JEFFREY DEE, MICKEY ROY GRELECKI, DAVE MC GHIRE, MIKE SZYKOWNY
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