Love grew out of the Los Angeles garage band The Grass Roots, changing their name in 1965 to avoid confusion with the P.F. Sloan-managed band of the same name. The band lived communally in Bela Lugosi's former LA residence The Castle, and the house forms the background to the cover of their first two album sleeves.
Love released their eponymous début album in July 1966. This was followed later the same month by the single "Seven and Seven Is/No. Fourteen", neither side of which was included on the album, and which gave the band their only U.S. Billboard top 40 hit.
Love's second album Da Capo was released in January 1967. The album is split between a more conventional first side, featuring 6 tracks (including Seven and Seven is) and a second side featuring just one near twenty-minute track, Revelation.
The band's critical reputation far exceeds the limited success they experienced: their second album to be released in 1967, Forever Changes, is consistently cited by critics as one of the most outstanding albums in the history of rock music. The album features full and complex orchestration throughout, accompanying Lee and MacLean's increasingly elaborate song writing. The album sold poorly in the U.S., reaching #154 on the Billboard charts, although it performed better in some European territories.
Although the band continued to record after Forever Changes, subsequent releases saw frequent large-scale personnel changes, and a move away from the more baroque style of that album towards traditional rock and latterly to soul and funk.
Of the later albums, 1970's False Start is notable for featuring a guest appearance by Jimi Hendrix from one of his last recording sessions.
Lee continued the band until 1975, having lost all the other members to drug problems. He formed other bands called Love (sometimes with former band mate Echols) through the 1990s.
2. Love is also an R'n'B musician based in Manchester, United Kingdom, with Zimbabwean and Malawian roots. His début singles, 'In My Tee' and '3' b/w 'Black Coffee' were released in 2018.
3. The alter ego of Japanese pop singer Ai Otsuka (大塚愛).
4. Former lead singer of disbanded CORE OF SOUL, Fukiko Nakamura's solo work's alias.
5. Love is a Japanese pop/R&B vocal duo, produced by Hiro of Exile's production agency, LDH. They debuted in 2009 with the single "First Love: Love Letter." Their song "Tada Hitotsu no Negai Sae" was certified gold by the RIAJ for 100,000 full-length cellphone downloads.
The band's name comes from the first word in their production company (LDH)'s non-acronym name (Love Dance Happiness).
The band was formed in 2008 by former Paradise Go!! Go!! member Misaki Matsumoto, and quarter Italian Stephanie. The pair met through production agency LDH, when they were given the roles of the two vocalists in a dance performance group called Real Force. When the plans for this unit fell through, the duo formed Love. Both members had been in the entertainment industry for over ten years.
The group's first activity together was releasing a cover of Zone's "Secret Base (Kimi ga Kureta Mono)" as a ringtone (as well as releasing the full version in a special CD attached to the August issue of Gekkan Exile magazine). A year later, the group released their debut single, "First Love: Love Letter," with this cover as a B-side.
The group's songs have been popular through digital markets, with all lead tracks from their singles reaching the top 5 on the RIAJ Digital Track Chart (including "Taisetsu na Kimochi" from their debut album Taisetsu na Kimochi which was not released as a physical single).
The duo have had two collaborations with Exile twice: once before their debut on the song "Love, Dream & Happiness" on Exile's compilation album Exile Ballad Best in 2008, and in 2009 Misaki recorded background vocals for Exile's song "If (I Know)" on their album Aisubeki Mirai e.
Flying
Love Lyrics
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Across the sky
I'm flying high
Across the sky
I'm flying high
I'm flying high
I'm the person
I'm the pilot
We're hit by a flash
When I tell you to
Fasten the seat belts
Say a prayer
Cause we're going to crash
Calling air traffic control
Calling air traffic control
Calling air traffic control
I'm flying high
Across the sky
I'm flying high
Across the sky
I'm flying high
I'm flying high
Move beyond
After hot demolition
Bring the angels
To take us away
Soon we travel
Inside tunnel vision
In the garden of eden
We play
Calling air traffic control
Calling air traffic control
Calling air traffic control
I'm flying high
Across the sky
I'm flying high
Across the sky
I'm flying high
I'm flying high
Calling air traffic control
Calling air traffic control
Calling air traffic control
I'm flying high
Across the sky
I'm flying high
Across the sky
I'm flying high
I'm flying high
Love's song "Flying" can be interpreted as a metaphor for an individual who is living life to the fullest, taking risks and soaring high, but at the same time preparing themselves for the possibility of crashing down. The lyrics suggest that the singer is in complete control, as they are the pilot, and they are confident in their abilities. However, they also recognize the danger in their situation, as they are hit by a flash of uncertainty.
The lyrics also suggest that the singer is seeking freedom and a release from the mundane and repetitive nature of everyday life. In the line, "move beyond after hot demolition" they are suggesting that they want to escape the wreckage and destruction that surrounds them and go to a place where they can be free. The garden of eden represents a utopia, where they can live without fear of danger or judgment.
There is also a sense of urgency in the lyrics, as evidenced by the repeated calls to air traffic control. This urgency could represent a fear of failure or the singer's desperate need to succeed, and their concern for their safety.
Overall, "Flying" can be interpreted as a song about bravery and taking risks, but also recognizing the potential for failure and embracing the journey towards self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm flying high
I am feeling elated and experiencing great freedom.
Across the sky
I am soaring through the atmosphere with no boundaries or limitations.
I'm the person
I am the one in control of this aircraft.
In charge of the aircraft
I have the responsibility of keeping everyone safe and flying the plane to its destination.
I'm the pilot
I am the one who operates and navigates the aircraft.
We're hit by a flash
We have experienced a sudden collision that could jeopardize everyone's safety.
When I tell you to
I am giving a command and expect immediate compliance.
Fasten the seat belts
I need everyone to secure themselves and prepare for possible turbulence or distraction.
Say a prayer
We should all take a moment to seek divine assistance and guidance in this potential crisis.
Cause we're going to crash
We are facing an imminent accident and need to brace for impact.
Calling air traffic control
I am reaching out to the governing authorities for directions, guidance, and assistance.
Move beyond
We need to transcend our current obstacles and overcome our limitations.
After hot demolition
After getting through a tough experience, we will be stronger and more confident.
Bring the angels
We should invite spiritual beings to help us overcome our challenges and guide us to betterment.
To take us away
They will lead us to a better place, free from our present concerns.
Soon we travel
We will soon embark on a significant journey that will take us beyond where we are now.
Inside tunnel vision
We are entering a new phase where our focus and perspective will greatly sharpen.
In the garden of eden
The new phase will feel like we've entered a paradise full of new opportunities and experiences.
We play
We will enjoy ourselves and engage in leisure activities that fulfill and enrich us.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SOL LEE, GIKI ME
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
effinator
Very awesome to see, would love to have this experience as a family! Seeing a lil one travel the world makes my heart happy :)!
Love Flying
Awww thanks. I appreciate it!
Family Flyouts
Great looking plane, always a heart in mouth moment when you spot an issue with the family in the back. One time I could hear a strange noise while over the English Channel, turned out it was my young son snoring into his headset!
Love Flying
Thank you! Yes, even the stuff I know is no big deal gets me a little nervous.
Oh man, that makes my palms sweaty just thinking about a weird noise over water like that. Glad it wasn't an issue with the airplane!
Steve Yucht
Please call out your speeds and MP settings on landing. Also let us know what happened with the oil pressure and fuel pump indicator. I have a M350 on order for next year and am trying to learn as much as possible. Thanks for the videos, keep them coming.
Love Flying
Will do, Steve! Since I saw your comment I’ve been trying to remember to do this. I’m remembering about 50% of the time. More videos to come with speeds and MP called out.
Will McComis
I love the video… I was wondering if you’ve encountered much icing in the Malibu yet? If so, how does it handle?
Love Flying
Thanks William! I have encountered icing a couple of times, but nothing particularly frightening. The boots knocked it off no problem. A recent video has icing, but it was light enough that it's not easy to see on the camera.
Al Marasco
Great video your going love your new Malibu . Great traveling machine
Love Flying
Thanks! We love it so far.