Like their contemporaries The Easybeats and The Twilights they tried unsuccessfully to break into the British music scene, but one of the later members of the band, Glenn Wheatley, learned valuable lessons from their travails, and since moving into artist management in the 1970s he has played a major role in the Australian music industry and the media over the last thirty years.
The Masters were hugely popular throughout Australia, scored a string of hits and were consistently hailed as one of Australia's best live and recording acts. They started out as an instrumental band, rose to prominence during the mid-Sixties "Beat Boom", moved through psychedelia and 'bubblegum' pop, finally becoming one the first and best Australian progressive/hard rock groups of the early Seventies. They went through many lineup changes, with vocalist Jim Keays being the only constant, and their membership also illustrates the intricate interconnections between so many Australian bands of that era.
They played mainly originals. One of their biggest Australian hits, "Undecided" (1967), was revived by Silverchair in 1997, and their best-known song "Because I Love You" has been revived many times, including its use in an Australian jeans commercial in the late 1980s. Swedish progressive metal band Opeth named the track "Master's Apprentices" (from their 2002 album Deliverance) in honour of the band, of which Opeth frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt is a fan.
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Because I Love You
Masters Apprentices Lyrics
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Not because were far apart
It's because I love you
And because your near my heart
It's because I miss you
Oh how long it seems to be
It's because I miss you
Once we walked together
From the fields up to the door
Promised love forever
I remember that day still
It's because I love you
I'll come home to you one day
It's because I love you
In my thoughts you'll always stay
Oh, Do what you want to do, be what you want to be yeah
The lyrics to Masters Apprentices' song "Because I Love You" express the deep longing and affection the singer holds for their love interest. The singer emphasizes that their desire to be with their partner is not solely because they are apart but rather, it is because of their unending love for them. The distance, though burdensome, does not diminish their love. They miss their partner and thoughts of them linger, making their heart ache even more. The lyrics recount fond memories, where promises of everlasting love were made. The singer hopes to return to their love, knowing they will always stay in their thoughts.
The song explores different facets of love, such as the struggle of being apart from someone you love and the perseverance of love. It highlights the fact that love isn't simply a feeling but rather, an action. The singer is willing to do whatever it takes to be with their partner because their love for them is true and unwavering. The repetition of "because I love you" throughout the song further emphasizes the profound emotions the singer feels for their partner.
Line by Line Meaning
It's because I love you
The reason why I am doing the following actions is based entirely on my love for you.
Not because were far apart
The distance between us is not the reason why I am doing what I am doing.
And because your near my heart
My love for you is strong because you are always on my mind and in my heart.
It's because I miss you
The main reason why I am longing to see you again is because I miss you deeply.
Oh how long it seems to be
The time since we last saw each other feels like it has been an eternity.
Thoughts of you come back to me
Even when we are apart, thoughts of you always come back to me and fill my mind.
Once we walked together
We have a shared history and memories of being together.
From the fields up to the door
We have walked many places hand in hand, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Promised love forever
Our love for each other is forever and will never fade away.
I remember that day still
That special day when we made a promise to each other is always fresh in my mind.
I'll come home to you one day
No matter where I go or what I do, I will always return to you because my love for you is unwavering.
In my thoughts you'll always stay
Even when we are apart, I will always carry you with me in my thoughts and in my heart.
Oh, Do what you want to do, be what you want to be yeah
I support you in all that you do and encourage you to be true to yourself and follow your dreams.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Doug Ford, James Keays
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@buildingmentalmuscle
One of my favorite songs of all time, not just Australian! A great song of love, separation, and independence, it's a bit of an anthem for me! I was 12 years old when it was released. Recorded at the famous Abbey Road Studios, the piano being played, although not shown in the video clip, is Paul McCartneys white grand. The blonde guy playing bass guitar is Glenn Wheatley (John Farnham's manager). Drummer is Colin Burgess, who became AC/DC's first drummer. The clip was filmed by Australian filmmaker Timothy Fisher and was shot on a freezing autumn morning on Hampstead Heath.
@karenglenn6707
Oh Glenn Wheatley. I am heartbroken. This music was my introduction to rock at age 10 in Australia. Great musicand a great band. RIP to a wonderful man.
@dennisdobin8640
Hard to imagine, stuff like this was coming out of the radio every day and these guys and other bands where played at venues all mover Melbourne, looking back it was a truly magical time,never thought it would end and thought it could only get better.Truly grateful I was born a boomer.
@colindenny9752
So do i C ,D.
@WarriorsSon
The take on this I have is:
Imagine loving someone in a way no one will ever love them again.. realising that you will never see them again... and being able to walk away without anger..,or bitterness.
Its almost like Wish you well Bernard fanning vibes which is also definitely worth checking out if you aren't Australian and haven't heard it yet.
Powerful. The 70's- Another time of innocence before ours in the 90's which was the last of the great relationship era's before the horrors of social media and rampant narcissism.
@wilkiebarkid001
Bernard Fanning's song 'Wish You Well' was definitely about his split with his partner at the time.
@mindovermatter5886
One of the best...
@politicianwatch
Colin Burgess is one of Australia's most underrated drummers. I love his drumming on this track.
@l-vbordercolliesbryanbaque6237
He was AC/DC first drummer
@stevegoodwin5841
What a bloody classic, thanks for the memories!