The group's musical line-up incorporates such diverse instruments as mandolins, glockenspiels, accordion, military bass-drum, and the legendary Nickelodeon, an extraordinary instrument designed and built for the purpose of delivering Sailor's definitive sound.
Their first album, released in 1974, included the hit "Traffic Jam". The album achieved Gold status in Holland. But it was the second album "Trouble" that established Sailor throughout the world. "A Glass of Champagne" was a massive hit throughout the world in 1975, followed by "Girls Girls Girls" in 1976.
The original line-up changed regularly from the end of the 1970s. In 1980 Phil and Henry released a new album together with Gavin David and Virginia David. In 1989 a new album was released after a ten year silence, featuring two singles "The Secretary" and "La Cumbia", so after a long gap they went back on tour again. In 1995 Georg Kajanus departed the band to pursue a solo career, leading to the introduction of Peter Lincoln, a respected guitarist and singer. Original member Henry Marsh left the band in late 1999, to be replaced by Anthony England. He was replaced in turn by Rob Alderton in 2001.
In 2004 Sailor were voted the 45th most successful pop band of the last 40 years in Germany.
In July 2005 Rob Alderton departed, but a few weeks later, original member Henry Marsh returned to his place at the Nickelodeon. In 2006 Peter Lincoln decided to leave after ten years to join The Sweet. Afterwards, Henry's son Oliver Marsh joined the band as their new singer to continue the journey...
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Sailor Lyrics
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奇跡をおこすの セーラーウィング
だれだってかがやく星を持つ
まけない! あしたへ セーラーエール
ゼッタイ! つかまえる! セーラースター
このちかい とどけ 銀河まで
あなたが 消えたそのときから
黄ばんだ地図には ステンシルの天使の絵
指さす 先はダークなコロセウムがまってる
ふるえる ムネには あの日のヒミツのキス
どんなにつらい 宿命でも 追いつづけるから
後悔はしない セーラーアイズ
あなたについてく セーラーウィンド
この歌は 星の道しるべ
まけない! あしたへ セーラーエール
ゼッタイ! みつけるよ! セーラースター
天使の羽で とびたつの
ひとりで走る 見知らぬ道
やっとたどりついた この砦に
フラスコの底 あなたがのこしていった
試練の星のひとかけら さあ 呪文をとなえよう
これは ２人の ミラクルな 宿命
過去も未来も とびこえて 追いついてみせる
苦しさが いま セーラーアイズ
奇跡をおこすの セーラーウィング
だれだって 運命の 星をもつ
まけない! あしたへ セーラーエール
ゼッタイ! つかまえる! セーラースター
このちかい とどけ 銀河まで
後悔はしない セーラーアイズ (セーラーアイズ)
あなたについてく セーラーウィンド (セーラーウィンド)
この歌は 星の道しるべ
まけない! あしたへ セーラーエール
ゼッタイ! みつけるよ! セーラースター
天使の羽で とびたつの
The lyrics of Sailor's Night on the Town by Tom Waits is a reflection on how the sailors, miners, or just men about town need the company of women just like they need whiskey and brandy. The opening lines encourage the women to get up and clean up their place in preparation for the night out. Tom Waits describes the approach of the sailors, asking the women to put on their best face, turn on the lights and perfume in the parlor. He is aware that living is dear and short; hence, one must make the most of their youth. Waits then describes how the women should treat the sailors with love but only after they have paid for the services. The chorus emphasizes that it is the sailors' night on the town, and the women must make the most of their company while they are still young.
Tom Waits suggests that women shouldn't be afraid of what the sailors or men about town might want. They should give them what they want and, in return, receive part of the payment. He proposes that women have to seize the moment since what one wishes to happen tomorrow does not depend on us. Waits implies that the sailors are like children with candy when with women, and they quickly and easily surrender in the company of women.
In summary, Tom Waits' lyrics in Sailor's Night on the Town reflect the nightlife of sailors, miners, or men about town in search of women's company. He encourages women to make the most of their youth, get the sailors what they want, and get paid for it.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey there! You better get up now, and clean up your place
It's time to get ready for the sailors who will bring business to your establishment. Clean your place up and get ready for a busy night.
Can't you see there are ships in the harbour?
The ships in the harbor are a clear sign that sailors are in town and looking for entertainment.
Put on your best face, and turn on your lights
Make sure your establishment is presentable and inviting to the sailors by putting on your best face and turning on the lights.
And spray some perfume in your parlour
Make your establishment smell nice and inviting.
But don't lose your head, just keep to your trade
Stay focused on your business and don't get too caught up in the excitement of the night.
Treat him with love, but only after he's paid
Show the sailors a good time, but make sure they pay for your services first.
For living is dear, and so much shorter each year
Life is precious and goes by quickly, so make the most of every opportunity to earn a living.
So make the most of it while you're still young
Take advantage of opportunities while you are still able to.
(Chorus):
Refrain
It's the sailors' night on the town, girl
This is the time when sailors are looking for entertainment in the town.
By now you should know what to do
By now, you should understand the nature of the sailors and their needs.
Can't you hear them calling for you?
The sailors are actively seeking out entertainment, including your establishment.
So, fill them with lust and sparkling champagne
Satisfy the desires of the sailors by providing them with champagne and entertainment.
Give them a good time so they will come back again
Provide an enjoyable and memorable experience so that the sailors return to your establishment in the future.
So make the most of it while you're still young
Take advantage of opportunities while you are still able to.
Sailors and miners, or just men about town
There are different types of men who may come to your establishment looking for entertainment.
They need you like whisky and brandy
The men are in need of entertainment and satisfaction, much like they need whisky and brandy.
And though they may be as proud as the rooster at dawn
The men may be confident and self-assured, but they still have needs that you can fulfill.
In your bed, they're like children with candy
The men become vulnerable and submissive in your establishment, like children who are given candy.
So, don't be afraid, just do what you can
Don't hesitate to provide the men with what they need and want.
And some day, who knows, you might even find your own man
While providing entertainment for the men, you may also find a romantic partner for yourself.
So, don't let your dreams gather dust from today
Don't let the opportunity to find love and success in your business slip away.
Just make the most of it while you're still young
Take advantage of opportunities while you are still able to.
Repeat chorus
Refrain
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Masaki Araki, Naoko Takeuchi
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@fluffyhamster550
I sincerely miss those simple and joyful times, without all the insane things going on now..
@johnshares444
So right greeting from Rotterdam harbour Netherlands
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@@johnshares444
Hey there..😉
@djpetrov3668
Perfect statement! I think the same!😢
@djpetrov3668
Congratulations for 50 years of Sailor!🎉🎉🎉 Thank you for great music and happy times!😊
@cranealice8750
Amazing track from an amazing album by an absolutely amazing band. Never get bored of Sailor. First class!
@petersimson9519
life was simple at that time
@christiaanjellesma1851
The more you hear this the better it gets :D
@MizzWGGrrrl
I am listening to it for the first time ever RIGHT NAOOOOOWW. Terrific!
@hanno-erdmanntietz8424
I saw/heard it on 192TV this morning. Excellent song indeed. I hadn‘t heard it for many years.