1) British Dance-… Read Full Bio ↴There are 2 artists/bands under the name of Mel & Kim:
1) British Dance-pop duo
2) Mel Smith and& Kim Wilde
(1) British Dance-pop duo who worked with Stock Aitken Waterman and had hits in the 1980's with the singles "Respectable", "Showing Out", "F.L.M." and "That's The Way It Is".
Mel & Kim were born to British and Jamaican parents. In 1985, Mel recorded two demos solo, under Alan Whitehead's management. Soon after, her sister Kim joined her and they performed as a duo, recording some demos. The demos got them signed with Supreme Records, and Nick East - president of Supreme - put them in touch with eminent producers Stock Aitken Waterman.
"System" was intended as their first single, but they and the producers were unhappy with it, and it became the "B-side" of their first release "Showing Out (Get Fresh at the Weekend)", which reached number three on the UK Singles Chart in 1986, number 78 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and number 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs. Their next single "Respectable" reached number one in Britain and became one of the year's biggest hits. This song also reached number 1 on the U.S.They became well-known celebrities, particularly in Britain, and were known for their visual style which combined urban street wear with high fashion (prior to their music career Mel had worked as a glamour model). Their third single "F.L.M." reached number seven in the UK, while their final single "That's the Way It Is" reached number ten, giving them an unbroken run of top ten hits.
In December 1985, prior to the duo's rise to fame, Mel was treated for malignant paraganglioma, a form of cancer, on her liver. By January 1987, Mel was experiencing back problems, delaying the filming of the Respectable music video. During a promotional visit to Japan in June 1987, the severity of Mel's back problem became apparent. Upon returning to the UK, she was diagnosed with a recurrence of the cancer in her spine. The sisters withdrew from publicity while Mel underwent treatment, and footage from their Montreux Festival performance was used to compile the "F.L.M." music video. While the media speculated that Mel was terminally ill, both sisters categorically denied this, stating that Mel had suffered a debilitating back injury.
Eventually, it was confirmed that Mel had been diagnosed with cancer, following the release of "That's the Way it Is" in February 1988. Mel discharged herself from hospital to record the vocals for the track. Work on a second album was not continued, due to Mel's illness. Both sisters appeared on the Wogan show in April 1988 while Mel was still undergoing treatment, as part of European Cancer Week. She died of pneumonia on 18 January 1990, after contracting a cold; her immune system weakened by chemotherapy.
With the aid of her then boyfriend, ex-Bros bassist Craig Logan, Kim launched a solo career with much of her debut solo album composed of songs co-written with Mel, for what was intended to be the next "Mel and Kim" album. The album, Kim Appleby, contained her debut solo single "Don't Worry", which reached number two on the British charts in November 1990. A follow-up single "G.L.A.D" was also a 10 hit on the UK Singles Chart. Subsequent singles from her debut album were "Mama" [#19] and "If You Cared" [#44]. Kim's second album Breakaway was not a commercial success and had a limited release. She released three further singles, "Light of the World" [#41, 1993], "Breakaway" [#56, 1993], and "Free Spirit" [#51, 1994]. A download-only single called "High" was released in 2007.
(2) Mel Smith and Kim Wilde.
In 1987, Comedian Mel Smith (Half of comedy duo Smith and Jones) recorded a single with Kim Wilde for Comic Relief: a cover of the Christmas song "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" with some extra comedy lines written by Smith and Jones. It reached number 3 in the UK Single Chart..
Feel A Whole Lot Better
Mel & Kim Lyrics
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But you're not to blame
You will get this from any other guy-uy
'Cause they're all the sa-a-a-ame
But you know you've go-ot friends
On that you can depe-end
You better try and get yourself together
Whatever it is - it's tearing you apar-art
We can help if we just stick together
Ooh, whatever it is - you don't need a broken hear-ear-ear-eart
If you dance, you'll feel a whole lot better
We know the way he treated you is bad
It's a crying shame
It really comes to us as no surpri-ise
You'll forget his na-a-a-ame
But you will be alright, we'll be here toni-ight
You better try and get yourself together - don't be a fool
Ooh, whatever it is - it's tearing you apar-art
We can help if we just stick together
Ooh whatever it is - you don't need a broken hear-ear-ear-eart
If you dance, you'll feel a whole lot better
If you dance, you'll feel a whole lot better
If you dance, you'll feel a whole lot better
If you dance, you'll feel a whole lot better
If you dance, you'll feel a whole lot better
But you will be alright - we'll be here toni-ight
You better try and get yourself together - don't be fool
Ooh, whatever it is - it's tearing you apar-art
We can help, if we just stick together
Ooh, whatever it is - you don't need a broken hear-ear-ear-eart
If you dance you'll feel a whole lot better (don't be a fool)
Ooh, whatever it is -it's tearing you apar-art
We can help, if we just stick together
Ooh, whatever it is - you don't need a broken hear-ear-eart
If you dance you'll feel a whole lot better (don't be a fool)
Ooh, whatever it is - it's tear-earing you apart
We can help, if we just stick together
Ooh, whatever it is - you don't need a broken hear-ear-ear-eart
Don't be a fool - ooh, whatever it is
Ooh, whatever it is - don't be a fool - ooh, whatever it is
Ooh, whatever it is - don't be a fool - ooh, whatever it is
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The lyrics of "Feel a Whole Lot Better" by Mel & Kim are about providing emotional support to someone who is going through a tough time due to a failed relationship. The singer acknowledges the look of sadness and heartbreak in the person's eyes and reminds them that they are not to blame for the situation. The singer also acknowledges that this kind of heartbreak is a common experience that anyone can go through. However, the singer emphasizes the importance of having friends to rely on during this difficult time, suggesting that by sticking together, the person can overcome the pain of the situation. The chorus encourages the person to dance as a form of self-care and to help them feel better.
The song's lyrics are a reflection of the kind of popular music in the late 80s, where upbeat dance tracks were a popular form of escapism from the hardships of life. The song's message of relying on friends and self-care continues to be relevant today, where the importance of mental health and support networks is increasingly being recognized.
Line by Line Meaning
We've seen the look of sadness in your eyes
We have noticed that you look sad
But you're not to blame
It is not your fault
You will get this from any other guy-uy
This will happen with any other person too
'Cause they're all the sa-a-a-ame
Because they are all alike
But you know you've go-ot friends
You have friends with you
On that you can depe-end
You can rely on them
You better try and get yourself together
You should try to calm down
Don't be a fool
Don't act foolishly
Whatever it is - it's tearing you apar-art
Whatever it is, it is causing you a lot of pain
We can help if we just stick together
We can help you if we stick together
Ooh, whatever it is - you don't need a broken hear-ear-ear-eart
You don't need a broken heart
If you dance, you'll feel a whole lot better
Dancing will make you feel better
We know the way he treated you is bad
We know that the way he treated you is not good
It's a crying shame
It is very unfortunate
It really comes to us as no surpri-ise
It does not surprise us
You'll forget his na-a-a-ame
You will forget his name
But you will be alright, we'll be here toni-ight
But you will be okay, we'll be here tonight
Ooh, whatever it is -it's tearing you apar-art
Whatever it is, it is causing you a lot of pain
If you dance you'll feel a whole lot better (don't be a fool)
Dancing will make you feel better (don't act foolishly)
Ooh, whatever it is - it's tear-earing you apart
Whatever it is, it is causing you a lot of pain
Don't be a fool - ooh, whatever it is
Don't act foolishly, whatever it is
Ooh, whatever it is - don't be a fool - ooh, whatever it is
Whatever it is, don't act foolishly
Ooh, whatever it is - don't be a fool - ooh, whatever it is
Whatever it is, don't act foolishly
Contributed by Jayden R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.