In 1976, record producers Hans van Hemert and Piet Souer, assisted by manager Han Meijer, twenty years before the Spice Girls phenomenon, decided to form a girl group, inspired by the German disco trio Silver Convention. They had already recorded the music of a self-penned track ("My Man") and were looking for singers. They eventually recruited José Hoebee, Patty Brard and Marga Scheide.
“My Man” was released as Luv’ their debut single. It became a minor success on the Dutch official Top 40, peaking at #12. The lyrics of this ABBA-esque track dealt with the death of a railroad man. It was a coincidence that around the time of its release, a taking of hostages happened in a train in De Punt in late May and early June 1977.
Van Hemert was then commissioned by VPRO television to write the theme song for the Wim T. Schippers-written TV series Het is weer zo laat! (also known as Waldolala). Luv’ eventually recorded the opening theme “U.O.Me (Welcome to Waldolala)”. It became the first hit single for the girl group, becoming a Top 5-smash in both the Netherlands and Belgium.
In 1978, Luv’ released “You're the Greatest Lover”, which became a major hit throughout Europe, selling over 1 million on the continent. It peaked at Number 1 on the Dutch official Top 40. It also topped the charts in Switzerland, Germany, Belgium and other European countries. The follow-up “Trojan Horse” became another hit throughout Europe and the girls’ second Number 1-smash in the Netherlands. Their debut album With Luv’ also became a best-seller across Europe.
In 1979, Luv’ released “Casanova” as the lead single from their sophomore album Lots Of Luv’. It was another worldwide success and their fourth consecutive Top 3-hit in Holland. Some tracks were covered in Spanish. "Eres Mi Mejor Amante" (a.k.a. "You're the Greatest Lover") was a hit in Spain and "Si, Que Si" (a.k.a. "Ooh, Yes I Do") reached gold status in Mexico. Near the end of the year, the girls released their third album True Luv’, which featured the pre-mentioned singles.
In 1978–1979, Luv' was 'Holland's best export act' and received for their entire oeuvre the Export award from Conamus, a foundation dedicated to the promotion and support of Dutch music abroad.
Soon after the release of the "One More Little Kissie" single, Patty Brard left the band in August 1980. She was replaced by a model and limbo dancer from the Ricardo and The Flames revue, Ria Thielsch. Later that year, they released their fourth studio album Forever Yours, which featured the Top 10-hit “My Number One”.
In March 1981, the girls and their team announced their break-up at the time they had planned to promote their recordings in new territories. Near the end of the year, they released their compilation album Goodbye Luv’. José scored a solo Number 1-hit with “I Will Follow” in the following years.
In 1988, the original line-up was reunited for a Dutch TV charity show (Samen) hosted by Mies Bouwman. Luv' later planned to record a comeback album. The British producers Stock, Aitken & Waterman were said to produce this opus. However, nothing materialized. Marga Scheide (only original member) and two other singers, Diana van Berlo and Michelle Gold then formed a new formation in 1989. They scored a minor Top 40-hit with “Welcome to My Party”.
Due to the success of ABBA and Boney M. compilations, the original Luv' girls got together. An anthology CD (Luv' Gold) and a medley single ("Megamix '93") were released in 1993.
In 2005, Luv' made a surprise performance at the 60th birthday of Hans van Hemert. One year later, a reality TV show about their comeback (Back in Luv) was broadcast on RTL 5 (a Dutch TV channel) and on VTM (a Flemish channel). In the later years, concerts were sporadic mainly due to the fact that Patty Brard was a busy TV personality. They gave their final performance on 11 August 2012 in Spaarnwoude at the Dutch Valley Festival.
Marcellino
Luv' Lyrics
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That cannot wait
Monday morning before the sun will shine
You'll find I'm really gone this time
Tell your mama
Tell you papa
Tell your sister and brothers too
There's so much I wanna do?
Marcellino, so goodbye
Maybe it's wrong, maybe it's right
Whatever may come
Oh, I know in the end I have lost a very best friend
So goodbye
Maybe it's wrong, maybe it's right
Whatever may come
Oh, I know in the end I have lost a very best friend
There is someone waiting for me back home
Where I belong
Yesterday the letter came at five
Telling me I need to share his life
Tell your mama
Tell you papa
Tell your sister and brothers too
Tell bambino I can't stay longer
There's so much I wanna do?
Marcellino, so goodbye
Maybe it's wrong, maybe it's right
Whatever may come
Oh, I know in the end I have lost a very best friend
So goodbye
Maybe it's wrong, maybe it's right
Whatever may come
Oh, I know in the end I have lost a very best friend
The lyrics of Luv's song "Marcellino" describe a woman's decision to leave her lover and return home to be with someone else. She tells Marcellino that she has received a letter from someone at home who is waiting for her and that she must leave. Despite her sadness at leaving Marcellino and the fact that she knows she is losing a best friend, she feels she must go. The lyrics speak of her desire to pursue her own dreams and desires, despite the pain it may cause others.
The song captures the conflicted emotions that often accompany major life decisions. On one hand, the woman knows she must follow her heart and pursue her own happiness, but on the other hand, she is aware of the pain she is causing her loved ones. The lyrics are simple but powerful, conveying the sense of loss and longing that the woman feels as she says goodbye to Marcellino.
Overall, "Marcellino" is a poignant song that speaks to the challenges of making difficult decisions and the pain that comes with letting go of someone you love.
Line by Line Meaning
Marcellino, I have something to say
The singer is addressing a person named Marcellino and indicating that they have something important to communicate.
That cannot wait
The message that the singer wants to convey is of a pressing nature and cannot be delayed.
Monday morning before the sun will shine
The singer has a specific timeframe in mind for their departure, which is early Monday morning.
You'll find I'm really gone this time
The artist is suggesting that this is not the first time they have left and therefore, Marcellino should take them seriously.
Tell your mama
The artist is asking Marcellino to relay a message to their mother.
Tell you papa
The singer is asking Marcellino to relay a message to their father.
Tell your sister and brothers too
The singer is asking Marcellino to relay a message to their siblings.
Tell bambino I can't stay longer
The artist is asking Marcellino to relay a message to a child that they cannot stay any longer.
There's so much I wanna do?
The artist implies that they have a lot of aspirations they want to accomplish.
Marcellino, so goodbye
The artist is expressing a final farewell to Marcellino.
Maybe it's wrong, maybe it's right
The singer is unsure if the decision to leave is the correct one and acknowledges this possibility.
Whatever may come
The artist is acknowledging that they can't predict the future and thus, whatever consequences come from their actions will be accepted.
Oh, I know in the end I have lost a very best friend
The singer predicts that this decision will eventually lead to the loss of Marcellino as their best friend.
There is someone waiting for me back home
The singer is suggesting that they have a significant other or family member waiting for them back in their hometown.
Where I belong
The singer is indicating that they believe their true place is back at home with this person or family.
Yesterday the letter came at five
The artist has received a letter notifying them of something significant.
Telling me I need to share his life
The artist is being informed that they need to be with this significant other or family member to share in their life.
Marcellino, so goodbye
The singer repeats their farewell to Marcellino.
Maybe it's wrong, maybe it's right
The singer is still unsure if their decision is the correct one.
Whatever may come
The artist is still acknowledging the uncertain future and whatever consequences may arise from their decision.
Oh, I know in the end I have lost a very best friend
The artist emphasizes the anticipated loss of Marcellino as their best friend due to this decision.
Contributed by Elliot L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
MikeBlitzMag
The depth of their catalog absolutely staggers the imagination. Their harmonies and choreography are unwaveringly impeccable. Yet they never let technical perfection get in the way of heart. And as Marcellino proves, Luv' mastered high drama, as well. It is definitely with in reason to rank them as one of the best vocal groups of the 20th century.
Hugo Alejandro Pinilla Calderón
José Hoebee sings like an angel.
Miranda100
Her walking away reminds a little bit of Frida from Abba in "Knowing me Konowing you"
Bogdan
Wspaniale śpiewają i są wspaniałe , nawet dzisiaj.
comprehensive thoughts
Thanks hans van hemert and Piet Souer for
brought those ladies together to made the history
CONNIE SARA
what a nice song! thank you so much for sharing it :)
PY9PR JORGE LUIZ SGANZERLA
EU AMO O PASSADO EU AMO LUV, EAS BANDAS E GRUPOS IGUAIS.
Vitaly Tyurin
Наверное, Marcellino по степени душераздирания можно сравнить с песней группы Нэнси "Дым сигарет с ментолом". Только исполнение от женского лица. Та же самая обречённость, то же самое расставание с лучшим другом. Отлично, Марга! Браво, Патти! Виват, Йосе!
Father McGree
Great! Simply great!
Danuta Gromowska
KOCHAM LUV <3