Their earliest albums were hard rock that drew heavily from the space-rock and Pink Floyd styles of the same period. The 70’s gave them the occasion to issue some masterpieces, like for example "A Tab in the Ocean (1972) "Remember the Future" (1973) and "Recycled" (1975). Each is a conceptual album that is a nice blend of melodic guitar and keyboards with a vocal story. "Journey To The Centre Of The Eye" is a mindblowing epic with lots of echoplex guitar and dual Mellotrons which is quite in tune with the Krautrock stuff going on around them, yet is definitely British. "Magic is a Child" had shorter songs and were less less satisfying.
Nektar's entire back catalogue has been re-vamped and remastered and is about to be re-issued in the USA, supported by a tour. A new Studio CD "Book of Days" is targeted for 20th March 2007 release on EMI - Caroline.
The band has recently been joined for their upcoming tour by the bass player Peter Pichl (Running Wild and other bands).
Spread Your Wings
Nektar Lyrics
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You've got me begging let me have some more
You come so close sometimes it feels real nice
But look out babe I can be cold as ice
Shake it babe I'll watch you do your thing
Goin' through the motions makes me want to sing
Don't tantalize me honey soon you'll see
Open up spread your wings let me have some more
Deny me honey I'll be walking out that door
Open up tried to leave couldn't find the key
Couldn't fight it, do that thing that you do to me
You come too late to catch the early show
When I've got time you always have to go
Don't five and dime me no more song and dance
Step in line girl come on now's your chance
Choo choo choo baby train is leaving soon
Chu chu chugging just on your perfume
No use complaining time to realize
That you've been used just maybe once or twice
Open up spread your wings let me have some more
Deny me honey I'll be walking out that door
Open up tried to leave couldn't find the key
Couldn't fight it, do that thing that you do to me
You got us screamin'
Open up spread your wings let me have some more
Deny me honey I'll be walking out that door
Open up tried to leave couldn't find the key
Couldn't fight it, do that thing that you do to me
Open up spread your wings let me have some more
Deny me honey I'll be walking out that door
Open up tried to leave couldn't find the key
Can't fight it, do that thing that you do to me
Nektar’s song “Spread Your Wings” is a rock classic about a tumultuous relationship. The song opens with the singer describing his frustration with his partner, who left him screaming at the cellar door. He describes feeling like she’s toying with him, coming close but not giving him what he wants. He warns her that he can be just as cold as she is.
As the song progresses, the singer expresses his admiration for his partner’s sensual moves, but pleads with her not to tantalize him too much or she’ll lose him. He tells her to open up and spread her wings, offering her a chance to keep him around. He acknowledges that he’s willing to leave her, but it’s ultimately up to her to keep him there. The singer becomes increasingly frustrated with his partner's indecisiveness, urging her to make a move before it’s too late.
Overall, “Spread Your Wings” is a passionate plea for a partner to take the initiative in a relationship. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation, with the singer pleading with his partner to make a decision one way or the other.
Line by Line Meaning
You've left me screaming at the cellar door
You abandoned me and left me feeling desperate and trapped, like I'm stuck in the basement of my own emotions.
You've got me begging let me have some more
You have control over me, and even though I know I should walk away, I can't help but beg for more of your attention.
You come so close sometimes it feels real nice
Sometimes you give me a taste of what I want, and it feels good in the moment.
But look out babe I can be cold as ice
But don't get too comfortable, because I am capable of shutting down emotionally and distancing myself from you.
Shake it babe I'll watch you do your thing
Go ahead and impress me with your moves, but I'm just going to sit back and observe.
Goin' through the motions makes me want to sing
Watching you perform your routine makes me feel like I'm in a musical, but it's not enough to truly satisfy me.
Don't tantalize me honey soon you'll see
Don't tease me with false promises, because eventually I'll see through it and lose interest.
That I'll be cruising you'll be loosin' me
Once I start to feel like I'm not getting what I want from this relationship, I'll be ready to move on and you'll be the one losing me.
Open up spread your wings let me have some more
Be vulnerable and show me more of yourself, because I want more from this relationship.
Deny me honey I'll be walking out that door
If you hold back from me or try to play games, I'll be ready to leave without hesitation.
Open up tried to leave couldn't find the key
I've tried to walk away before, but something keeps pulling me back to you.
Couldn't fight it, do that thing that you do to me
I can't resist the allure and attraction that you have over me, no matter how hard I try to fight it.
You come too late to catch the early show
You always seem to be a step behind me, missing out on the good things in life that I've already experienced.
When I've got time you always have to go
Just when I think we might have a chance to connect, you disappear and leave me hanging.
Don't five and dime me no more song and dance
Don't try to trick me with your cheap tricks and excuses anymore, because I've seen it all before.
Step in line girl come on now's your chance
It's time for you to step up and show me what you're really made of, because I'm not going to wait around forever.
Choo choo choo baby train is leaving soon
Time is running out, and if you don't hop on board soon, you'll be left behind.
Chu chu chugging just on your perfume
I can still smell your perfume even after you're gone, reminding me of what I'm missing out on.
No use complaining time to realize
Stop complaining and start accepting the reality of the situation, even if it's not what you want it to be.
That you've been used just maybe once or twice
Admit that you allowed yourself to be taken advantage of, and recognize that it's not worth continuing down that path.
You got us screamin'
You've caused me and others around me to feel intense emotions, whether good or bad.
Can't fight it, do that thing that you do to me
I can't resist your charms and the way that you make me feel, even if it's not in my best interest.
Contributed by Molly V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Nektar , the original band was fantastic , still glad they still tour with new members , Rock On !
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Dave Nelson was a replacement guitarist for Roye Albrighton , for Magic is a Child , only that L.P.
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A young Brooke Shields is the girl in the waterfall !