England's one-man answer to Ferrante and Teicher, Aldrich churned out a ste… Read Full Bio ↴England's one-man answer to Ferrante and Teicher, Aldrich churned out a steady stream of albums featuring his "Twin Pianos" for London's Phase 4 label, starting in 1961--most of them no more distinguished than F&T's post-"prepared piano" recordings. Aldrich studied at the Guildhall School of Music in London and played and arranged for the RAF Dance Orchestra during World War Two. After the war, he remained associated with the group as it mutated into "The Squadronaires" and became one of the most popular groups in England. Aldrich eventually became the band's leader and conductor, and stayed in that role until the group dissolved in 1964. He also worked as musical director for Thames Television.

Aldrich's albums are usually pretty , easy listening,but if you haven't heard one, it's worth spending up to three bucks to own your own little bit of authentic 60s experience. Not the Haight-Ashbury-Woodstock-Jimi Hendrix kind of experience, but the experience most people had. What he produced entertained millions, although obviously not cutting edge music. Put on Ronnie's take on "Music to Watch Girls By" and you can imagine yourself strolling down the aisle at the A&P or shopping for school clothes at J.C. Penney. Or riding an elevator to your dad's office. Or waiting at the Omaha Airport. Who needs Eastern philosophy to get blissed out?

Born at Erith , Kent, U K, 15th February 1916, educated in Folkestone and proved musically talented as he learnt to play the piano aged only 3 !!! After his musical career he retired to the Isle of Man, where he died, from prostate cancer, aged 77, on the 30th September 1993.

Ebb Tide
Ronnie Aldrich Lyrics

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First the tide rushes in, plants a kiss on the shore
Then rolls out to sea and the sea is very still once more
So I rush to your side like the oncoming tide
With one burning thought, will your arms open wide?
At last face to face, and as we kiss through an embrace
I can tell, I can feel you are love, you are real
Really mine in the rain, in the dark, in the sun
Like the tide at its ebb I'm at peace in the web of your arms

Really mine in the rain, in the dark, in the sun
Like the tide at its ebb I'm at peace in the web of your arms

Overall Meaning

The song "Ebb Tide" by Ronnie Aldrich begins with the imagery of the tide rushing in to kiss the shore and then rolling back out to sea, leaving the water still once again. The singer compares his own rush to be with his love to that of the tide, hoping that her arms will open wide for him. He then describes the comfort and security he feels in her embrace, much like the peace found in the web of the tide's ebb.

The lyrics use the metaphor of the tide to convey the passion and intensity of the singer's love for his partner. He feels pulled towards her like the tide to the shore, and the embrace they share is described as a web, implying that he is caught in it and doesn't want to leave. The idea of the tide ebbing is also symbolic; it represents the sense of calm and safety he feels when he's with her. Overall, the song captures the ecstasy and tranquility of being in love and being held by the person you love.

Line by Line Meaning

First the tide rushes in, plants a kiss on the shore
The tide comes in with great force, it touches the shore gently before going back out to sea.

Then rolls out to sea and the sea is very still once more
After touching the shore, the water goes back out to sea and everything becomes calm once again.

So I rush to your side like the oncoming tide
Just like the tide rushes to touch the shore, I rush to be with you.

With one burning thought, will your arms open wide?
My only concern is if you will accept and hold me in your arms when we're together.

At last face to face, and as we kiss through an embrace
Finally, we are together, facing each other, and our embrace leads to a kiss.

I can tell, I can feel you are love, you are real
I can sense that your feelings for me are sincere and genuine.

Really mine in the rain, in the dark, in the sun
No matter the weather or time of day, I know that you are truly and fully mine.

Like the tide at its ebb I'm at peace in the web of your arms
Just like the highest point of the tide, when it is calm and peaceful, I find solace and security when I'm wrapped in your arms.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Robert Maxwell, Carl Sigman

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Comments from YouTube:

Chuck Ranker

10y↑4

One of my favorite songs and it really sounds good in true stereo.

Bruno Fantoni filho

9y↑4

EBB TIDE + RONNIE ALDRICH :COMBINAÇÃO PERFEITA

YO SOY MELÓMANO

8y↑3

Thanks for sharing this melody played by Ronne Aldrich. His unforgettable style is not forgotten....this is music to enjoy life.....

Kc Lee

3y↑3

The piano near the ending is icing on the cake!

Francisca Delgado Tenllado

7y↑2

preciosa música.

Caroline Marchant

6y↑2

Thanks for the memories. My mother used to work for him when I was little and, he would give demo discs to her. Loved listening to his music and visiting his home. I remember so well. Happy Days.