Marc had played guitar since the age of 9, but started to pursue music more seriously around 1964, when he became Toby Tyler, covering songs by Bob Dylan, and Dion.
(A track recorded around this time as Mark Feld, "All At Once" has recently been discovered will be released soon.) In his teen years, Marc became known as one of the first "mods". This led him to a brief stint as a model, and he chose to leave school when he was 14 years old. He also played guitar in a band called John's Children. Marc was needed for this group as a 'Pete Townshend' figure, but after 3 months, he left the band.
Together with Steve Peregrin Took, he formed his own duo Tyrannosaurus Rex, which quickly gained a large underground following. After 3 successful albums, Steve Peregrin Took's drug habits and suggestion of doing some of his own songs was enough for Marc to kick him out of the duo. Mickey Finn quickly replaced Steve, and the new duo recorded the album A Beard Of Stars, with Marc replacing Steve's backing vocals on the tracks they already began recording.
On Marc's second album with Finn, he decided to shorten the name of the band to T. Rex, and found fame and chart succes in 1970 with Ride a White Swan.
Following that success, Marc wrote several more top 10 hits and albums, Electric Warrior(1971), The Slider (1972), Tanx(1973), Zinc Alloy and the Hidden Riders of Tomorrow Or a Creamed Cage In August)(1974), Bolan's Zip-Gun(1975), Futuristic Dragon(1976) and the final album
Dandy In the Underworld(1977).
Marc Bolan tried to make it clear during his lifetime that he was NOT to be grouped in the lot called Glam Rock. In 1973, he appeared under the headline "Glam Rock Is Dead: Says Marc" - he felt he was not being treated seriously as an artist, so with Zinc Alloy onward, he moved into a Rock & Soul sound, radically different than what was the musical trend at the time. Many of Marc's fans stayed behind with the Glam movement, but Marc pursued further into less commercial music adventures, with the help of his soul-singer girlfriend, Gloria Jones. Together they had a son, Rolan Bolan, in 1975.
Tragically, Marc died in a car crash on 16 September 1977 in a purple Mini driven by Gloria Jones.
Down Home Lady
Marc Bolan Lyrics
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All I wanna do is be with you tonight
Oooh yeah
Down Home Lady, Down Home Lady
All I wanna do is be with you tonight
When the breeze is cold, I will sing to you
That you're my
All I wanna do is be with you tonight
When the breeze is cold, I will sing to you
That you're my
Down Home Lady, Down Home Lady
All I wanna do is be with you tonight
(Mmmm, nice one Cyril, ...)
The lyrics of "Down Home Lady" by Marc Bolan speaks of a deep, loving connection between two individuals. The singer expresses his desire to be with this woman, the titular "down home lady", and celebrates her importance in his life. He sings of his devotion to her, particularly during difficult times when he will sing to her to remind her of his love. This song is an ode to the beauty of a simple, yet powerful love.
The repetition of the lyrics "All I wanna do is be with you tonight" drives home the singer's urgency and sincerity in conveying his desires to the down home lady. The use of the repeated phrase "Down Home Lady" also empowers her, turning her into an icon of simplicity, authenticity, and homely beauty. She embodies the country charm and down-to-earth qualities that the singer is drawn to.
Overall, "Down Home Lady" is a sweet, romantic song that celebrates the power of love and companionship. Through its simple, yet heartfelt lyrics and catchy melody, the song captures the essence of true, authentic love.
Line by Line Meaning
Down Home Lady, Down Home Lady
Addressing the woman who embodies the comforts of home
All I wanna do is be with you tonight
Expressing a deep desire for companionship and intimacy
Oooh yeah
Adding emphasis and enthusiasm to the previous statement
When the breeze is cold, I will sing to you
Promising to provide warmth and comfort through music
That you're my
Clarifying the subject of the forthcoming statement
Down Home Lady, Down Home Lady
Repeating the title of the song as a term of endearment
All I wanna do is be with you tonight
Reiterating the desire for togetherness and connection
(Mmmm, nice one Cyril, ...)
Commentary on the music itself, potentially acknowledging a band member's contribution
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
Written by: MARC BOLAN
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Lana Alexander
Marc didn't do many ballads so their extra special. 🎸💖
Mike Hayes
The addition of session musicians and treatment of the vocals might have made the song sound more like a finished recording, but it rips out the soul of the music and adds layers of sanitised sheen, which I think is unforgivable.
Paul
Mike Hayes,I strongly agree with you you sound like a bonafide Bolanite,if it ain’t broke don’t fix it,I want what was in Marcs head not some guy looking to make a quick buck and scam the fans,Bolan always gave his fans value for money,2 tracks on the B side and 50p a ticket per live show,us OAP Bolanites remember “There was a Time “.
Michael Cameron
Same with the album Acoustic Warrior and the album Scare Me to Death
Paul Starmer
sweet memories
Donatka Be
Beautiful song **
grooveyerbouti
Had this lp it's great think it's out of print,wish I'd kept it.
Mick Clark
Dreadful sounds nothing like T.Rex it’s so obviously session musicians playing along to Marc’s vocal. The original demo versions thankfully released by Edsel on the unchained series are far superior. This is bargain basement stuff
dohoodratstuff withfriends
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