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..
I'm The One Who Really Loves You
Mel & Kim Lyrics
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I'm (do-do) the one (do-do) who really lo-oves you, yeah-eah
You know that I would wait fore-ever
And I would never tie you down
At night, a date you feel like ca-a-alling, I'd come arou-ound
Down in the street, look in the hou-ouses
When it comes to you I'm only wai-aiting
To say that you're the o-one
I'm the one who said she really lo-oved you
And I would never fool around
I'm the one who said she really lo-oved you
And I'd never let you dow-ow-own, oh...
I'm the one who really loves you-ou
I'm not the beast and I'm not hur-urting
I ain't the kind to lose control
Anytime or place you feel the wa-anting, I'll come home
I'm the one who said she really lo-oved you
And I would never fool around
I'm the one who said she really lo-oved you
And I'd never let you dow-ow-own, oh...
I'm the one who really loves you-ou, yes I am, you-ou-ou
I'm (do-do) the one (do-do) who really lo-o-o-o-oves you
I'm (do-do) the one (do-do) who really lo-o-o-o-oves you
I'm (do-do) the one (do-do) who really lo-oves you, yeah-eah
Down in the street, look in the hou-ouses
People everywhere are havin' fun
When it comes to you I'm only wai-aiting
To say that you're the o-one
I'd never let you dow-ow-own, oh...
I'm the one who really loves you-ou, yes I am, you-ou-ou
I'm the one who said she really lo-oved you
And I would never fool around
I'm the one who said she really lo-oved you
And I'd never let you dow-ow-own, oh...
I'm the one who really loves you-ou
I'm the one who said she really lo-oved you
And I would never fool around
I'm the one who said she really lo-oved you
And I'd never let you dow-ow-own, oh...
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"I'm The One Who Really Loves You" by Mel & Kim is a love song about a dedicated partner who is willing to do anything to show their love to their significant other. The lyrics express the idea that the singer is the one who truly loves their partner and they will always be there for them. The song portrays the singer as loyal, trustworthy, and reliable. They promise not to tie down their partner or hurt them, but to always be available when their partner needs them.
The chorus repeats the message that the singer is the one who really loves their partner, and they will never let them down or fool around. The verse talks about how everyone around is having fun, but the singer is waiting for their partner to show how much they mean to them.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of unconditional love and dedication from the singer towards their partner. The song is a reminder that true love is about being there for each other through thick and thin.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm the one who really loves you
I'm expressing my deep, sincere love for you and assuring you that I will always be faithful and committed to you
You know that I would wait forever
I am willing to be patient and wait for as long as it takes for you to be ready, because my love for you is genuine and enduring
And I would never tie you down
I don't want to control or restrict you in any way, as I want you to be able to be yourself and pursue your own aspirations
At night, a date you feel like calling, I'd come around
I am always available for you, and if you ever need me, I will be there for you, whether it's to go out on a date or just to talk
Down in the street, look in the houses, people everywhere are having fun
I see that other people are enjoying themselves and having fun, but my only concern is you and making sure that you are happy and fulfilled
When it comes to you I'm only waiting, to say that you're the one
My primary goal is to be with you and declare my love for you because I believe that you are the one I want to spend my life with
I'm not the beast and I'm not hurting
I am not a cruel or violent person, and I would never intentionally cause you any pain or harm
I ain't the kind to lose control
I have self-control and am able to restrain my emotions and actions even in challenging or difficult situations
Anytime or place you feel the wanting, I'll come home
No matter where I am or what I'm doing, if you ever need me or want me to be with you, I will come home to you immediately
I'm the one who said she really loved you, and I would never fool around
I made a commitment to you to be faithful and honest, and I will never betray your trust by being unfaithful or deceitful
And I'd never let you down, oh...
I will never fail you or disappoint you, and I will always be there for you in good times and bad
I'm the one who really loves you-ou, yes I am, you-ou-ou
I am the one who truly and deeply loves you, and I want you to know that beyond any doubt
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