Beginning in variety, a form of popular British theatre similar to American vaudeville, they progressed to radio and then to television and, less successfully, to films.
It is their television shows they are most remembered for. Although their first series in the 50s was panned, subsequent series from 1961 onwards were extremely popular. By the 1970s they were the most popular comedy stars in Britain.
Their shows were a mixture of stand up comedy, sketches and musical numbers in which they danced or/and sang (often with a star guest). One song in particular, Bring Me Sunshine, which they often performed at the end of their shows, became their de facto theme tune. According to the Bring Me Sunshine Songfacts, Eric's mother always called him Sunshine, which is why Morecambe and Wise adopted it.
Following You Around
Morecambe & Wise Lyrics
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Where ever i go i'm following jesus
Whenever i call your my lifeline
Whenever i hang up i depend on you
I only say it cause i really mean it
I ain't afraid of how you got me feeling
Path so clear when god walks though
Anywhere i go im following you
The lyrics to "Following You Around" by Morecambe & Wise speak to the strong connection that the singer feels to a higher power, likely referring to God or Jesus. The first line sets the tone, using the analogy of needing this force in their life as much as they need oxygen. The next line reinforces this connection, with the singer declaring that wherever they go, they are following Jesus. The lines that follow show just how crucial this connection is for the singer, with phrases like "my lifeline" and "I depend on you" emphasizing their dependence on this higher power.
Line by Line Meaning
I need you in my life like oxagyan
I need you in my life like oxygen, as you are essential to my well-being.
Where ever i go i'm following jesus
Wherever I go in my life, I will follow Jesus' teachings and example.
Whenever i call your my lifeline
Whenever I reach out to you, you are my source of support and guidance.
Whenever i hang up i depend on you
As soon as I end our call, I rely on you for strength and comfort.
I only say it cause i really mean it
I express my feelings honestly and sincerely, without any ulterior motives.
I ain't afraid of how you got me feeling
I am unafraid of the emotions you evoke in me, as they are genuine and positive.
Path so clear when god walks though
When God is present in my life, the way forward becomes clear and certain.
Anywhere i go im following you
No matter where my life journey takes me, I will follow and remain connected to you.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Dante Gaynor
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Mary Webb
Utter rubbish. These are not the lyrics to the Morcombe and Wise Song. It has nothing to do with God or Jesus.
@tommycoolvids
Anywhere, I will find you,
Don't care where, look behind you,
I'll be there, following you around.
Rain or shine, you won’t shake me,
I don't mind, where you take me,
Spend my time, following you around.
Now listen, don't you know,
Hiding from me does no good,
Where ever you may go, I'll be in the neighbourhood.
If you fly, I will follow,
I don't care about tomorrow,
As long as I'm, following you around.
If you run, I'll run faster,
Gonna stick, like a piece of plaster,
Get my kicks, following you around.
Get my kicks, following you arou
@civilwheels
I knew this song off by heart from the time I was ten year old and could still sing it word for word,, I was addicted to these 2 as a Kid and all British Comedy but these Guys, they were special.
@garyowens1517
The best of all time. Happy Times. Wish I could go back to those days
@chatham43
.....my favourite closing song on their shows....brilliant...thanks.....
@MysteryVinyl
Glad you found it.
@tommycoolvids
Anywhere, I will find you,
Don't care where, look behind you,
I'll be there, following you around.
Rain or shine, you won’t shake me,
I don't mind, where you take me,
Spend my time, following you around.
Now listen, don't you know,
Hiding from me does no good,
Where ever you may go, I'll be in the neighbourhood.
If you fly, I will follow,
I don't care about tomorrow,
As long as I'm, following you around.
If you run, I'll run faster,
Gonna stick, like a piece of plaster,
Get my kicks, following you around.
Get my kicks, following you arou
@sarahhart7404
Love this song I must have seen every repeat of Morecambe and wise
@jabba7746
This and Bring me sunshine, there's just not enough of this in the world anymore.
@markone190262
When I’m down, always makes me smile
@king77703
If this was released today, it would get to number 1, 100%