The co-founder, keyboard player, and one of the three principal singers of … Read Full Bio ↴The co-founder, keyboard player, and one of the three principal singers of the Moody Blues, Mike Pinder was a very visible presence in early progressive rock circles. A pioneering user of the early electronic keyboard instrument the Mellotron as a substitute for a full orchestra, Pinder's work served as the model for the playing of musicians such as Barclay James Harvest's Woolly Wolstenholme, Blue Weaver of the Strawbs, and, to a lesser degree, Ian McDonald of King Crimson, though the latter group quickly evolved its own sound with the instrument. During his years with the Moody Blues, Pinder was known for the lush, dense sounds he generated from his Mellotrons (which yielded such high volumes in concert that the sound off his speakers created wind currents on the stage), which he modified so extensively by the beginning of the 1970s, that they became known unofficially in the rock press (which covered the Moody Blues extensively in those days) as "Pinder-trons"; and for his compositions, which were frequently steeped in a brand of mysticism that recalled the English Romantic poets. During the group's mid-'70s hiatus, Pinder recorded a solo album, The Promise, which grafted elements of what would later be called New Age music onto his established Romantic sound. He returned to the group's lineup for one reunion album (Octave) and then retired to California, rather than embark on a world tour. Since then, Pinder has released several CDs of new age-oriented material on his own One Step label, including A Planet with One Mind and A People with One Heart, both beguiling CDs built around mythological tales and images (intended for children, but accessible to general listeners) drawn from different cultures around the world, told with lush and lyrical musical accompaniment. Pinder was one of the few truly gifted Mellotron players in rock, capable of coaxing extraordinarily rich sounds from this rather restricted instrument. His departure from the Moody Blues took him off the rock world's musical stage, but the continued popularity of their early albums ensures that his music and playing are still widely heard and regularly rediscovered.

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The Power of Love
Mike Pinder Lyrics

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There were some times when we worried
Then we would laugh at ourselves
Too little money to pay so many bills
And try to put some food on the shelves

I can remember the good times
When we forgot all the bad
It wasn't easy to hang onto a dream

And make it through the trouble we had

Hey baby, take a look at us now
Our dream and our love are alive
Hey baby, take a look at just how
The power of love can survive

Now love has bound us together
That factor can't be denied
So come on to me, I am your lovin' man
I see a look of love in your eyes

You said you'd love me forever
I said a hundred and five
Now you know darlin' I'm gonna hold you to
That promise cause it keeps me alive

Hey baby, take a look at us now
Our dream and our love are alive
Hey baby, take a look at just how
The power of love can survive

Now love has bound us together
That factor can't be denied
So come on to me, I am your lovin' man
I see a look of love in your eyes

Hey baby, take a look at us now
Our dream and our love are alive
Hey baby, take a look at just how
The power of love can survive

Hey baby, take a look at us now
Our dream and our love are alive

Hey baby, take a look at just how
The power of love can survive

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Mike Pinder's song The Power of Love describe a couple who have gone through difficult times in their relationship, but have managed to overcome them because of their love for each other. The opening lines provide insight into what the couple has been through, with descriptions of their struggles to pay bills and put food on the table. Despite this, they were able to look past their difficulties and find joy in their relationship during the good times. The chorus of the song emphasizes the strength of their relationship, which they credit to the power of love. The repeated line "Hey baby, take a look at us now" further highlights their confidence in their love for each other and the fact that they have overcome their struggles.

The second verse of the song shifts the focus to the present, with the couple celebrating their love for each other and the fact that they have stayed together despite experiencing difficulties. The line "Now love has bound us together, that factor can't be denied" further underscores their belief in the power of their love to keep them together. The final lines of the song emphasize the depth of their commitment to each other, with the man promising to hold the woman to her promise to love him forever.

Overall, the lyrics of The Power of Love are a celebration of the resilience of love and the ability of a strong relationship to weather difficulties.

Line by Line Meaning

There were some times when we worried
There were moments of anxiety in our relationship.

Then we would laugh at ourselves
We found ways to cheer ourselves up and remain positive through laughter.

Too little money to pay so many bills
We faced financial struggles due to numerous bills and limited funds.

And try to put some food on the shelves
We had to budget and make sacrifices in order to provide for ourselves.

I can remember the good times
I have fond memories of happier moments in the past.

When we forgot all the bad
During those good times, we were able to put our worries aside and focus on the positive.

It wasn't easy to hang onto a dream
Pursuing our dreams was a challenging and difficult journey.

And make it through the trouble we had
We experienced struggles and obstacles along the way to achieving our dreams.

Hey baby, take a look at us now
Reflecting on our progress and accomplishments, we have come a long way.

Our dream and our love are alive
Despite the challenges we faced, our love for each other and our aspirations remain strong and alive.

The power of love can survive
Our bond and commitment to each other has helped us overcome adversity and persevere.

Now love has bound us together
Our shared love and devotion has united and connected us.

That factor can't be denied
Our love for each other is an undeniable truth.

So come on to me, I am your lovin' man
I am devoted and committed to you as your partner and lover.

I see a look of love in your eyes
I can sense your affection and love for me.

You said you'd love me forever
You made a promise to love and cherish me eternally.

I said a hundred and five
I will hold you to that promise for as long as I live and beyond.

Now you know darlin' I'm gonna hold you to
I will never let go of or forget the love and commitment we share.

Hey baby, take a look at us now
As we look back on our journey, our love and dreams have withstood the test of time.

Our dream and our love are alive
Our passion, love, and aspirations remain intact and strong.

The power of love can survive
Our love and commitment to each other has empowered us to overcome any obstacle.

So come on to me, I am your lovin' man
I will always be here for you and love you unconditionally.

I see a look of love in your eyes
I know that our love will continue to sustain and inspire us both.

Hey baby, take a look at us now
Our love has grown and evolved over time and is a testament to our enduring partnership.

Our dream and our love are alive
Our shared dreams and love for each other remain vibrant and alive.

The power of love can survive
Our love has given us the strength and resilience to withstand any challenge or obstacle.

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