The band was formed in 1973 by the amalgamation of two groups, Choise and The Golden Hammers. This led to an eight member band, with the unusual feature of having two vocalists, two drummers, two bassists and two guitarists. Their first single, Hey Rock 'n' Roll (written by the band), was released in April 1974. It reached number two in the UK singles chart. Showaddywaddy then went on to have a further 22 UK hits from this point until late 1982. The first few singles were all written by the band and these generally reached the top-20. However they had most of their biggest hits with pop versions of old '50s US rock 'n' roll songs, catchy tunes backed up by their colourful image, dance routines and numerous television appearances. Some of their best known covers are Three Steps To Heaven, Heartbeat, Under The Moon Of Love, You Got What It Takes, Blue Moon (based on the Marcels' interpretation), and I Wonder Why.
In total they had ten Top Ten singles, a Number One, and spent 209 weeks in the UK singles chart. At the peak of their popularity, this tally included having seven successive Top Five entries. Their biggest selling single was the aforementioned "Under The Moon Of Love", which sold 985,000 copies and gave the group its only UK Number One.
Band members
Current members
Romeo Challenger (born 19 May 1950, St John's, Antigua, West Indies) — drums (1973–present)
Rod Deas (born 13 February 1948, Scarborough) — bass (1973–present)
Ray Hatfield — guitars / vocals / (2017–present)
Rob Hewins — drums / guitars / vocals (2012–present)
Dean Loach — keyboards/ guitar / backing vocals (2012–present)
Andy Pelos — vocals / guitar (2012–present)
Billy Norman — bass guitar/ backing vocals (2018–present)
Former members
Paul Dixon — guitars / vocals / (2008–2017)
Dave Bartram (born 23 March 1952, Leicester) — vocals (1973–2011)
Trevor Oakes (born Trevor Leslie Oakes, 9 September 1946, Leicester) — guitars (1973–2008)
Al James (born Geoffrey Betts, 13 January 1946, Leicester - 16 November 2018) — bass (1973–2008)
Buddy Gask (born William George Gask, 18 December 1945, Leicester – 7 June 2011, Spain) — vocals (1973–1987)
Russ Field (born James Lewis Russell Field, 1 September 1949, Berwick-upon-Tweed) — guitars (1973–1985)
Malcolm "Duke" Allured (born 27 August 1945, Leicester) — drums (1973–1984)
Ray Martinez — guitars (1985–1995)
Danny Willson — guitars (1995–2009)
David Graham — saxophone (2009–2011)
Heavenly
Showaddywaddy Lyrics
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The lyrics to Showaddywaddy's song "Heavenly" express the intense feeling of being in love with somebody. The singer finds being with their partner to be a heavenly experience and expresses this through the repetition of the phrase "Heavenly, oh what a feeling". The lyrics suggest physical intimacy, as the singer desires to hold and squeeze their partner tight, but also emotional intimacy, as their partner's shining eyes are mentioned. The singer wants to stay with their partner all night, despite potential judgement from the neighbors, and is reluctant to say goodbye when the time comes. The repetition of "Heavenly" throughout the song emphasizes the intense emotional and physical pleasure that being with their partner brings.
Overall, the lyrics to "Heavenly" express a joyful, dreamy feeling of being in love. The song captures the blissful moments that come with a romantic relationship and the intense feeling of wanting to be with someone. The upbeat melody and simple lyrics make it a catchy and joyful love song.
Line by Line Meaning
Mmm it's heavenly.
This experience is pure bliss.
Heavenly, oh what a feeling
Feeling of euphoria that surpasses description.
Heavenly, when I'm with you it feels so right
Being with you just feels natural and perfect.
Heavenly, I've got to hold and squeeze you tight
I want to hold you close and never let go.
Heavenly, I see your eyes are shining bright
The sight of your eyes fills me with joy.
Heavenly, oh girl I need your love tonight
I crave your love and affection right now.
Na-na-na-na-na heavenly
This experience is so amazing, I can't even find the words to describe it.
Do you think that it'll be alright if I stay all night
I want to spend the entire night with you, but I am curious about what the neighbors might think.
What would the neighbours say if I'm here in the morning light?
I am worried about the opinions of others if I stay with you all night and am still here in the morning.
Heavenly, and now it's time to say goodbye
As much as I don't want to leave, it's time for me to go.
Heavenly, just spread your angel wings and fly
You are a beautiful and angelic being, and should let your light shine wherever you go.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AL. JAMES, DAVID FREDERICK BARTRAM, JAMES LEWIS RUSSELL FIELD, MALCOLM JAMES ALLURED, RODERICK SINCLAIR DEAS, ROMEO ALEXANDER CHALLENGER, TREVOR LESLIE OAKES, WILLIAM GEORGE GASK
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Ian Reader
FAB, one of the best UK groups ever, I love Showaddywaddy 🤩🕺
Eddie Stanton
One of my favourite groups in the 70s along with Mud, Rhubettes ,Racey and more .
Sandra Kilroy
Love listening to showaddywaddy brilliant band still makes me laugh watching Malcolm push Rod and nearly sent him flying 😅😅😅 xxx
Josephine Wood
Did you notice when Dave pulled the mic up he hit himself
Sandra Kilroy
@Josephine Wood yes don't know how he kept a straight face as he was trying not to laugh at Rod 😁😁😁😁
PrincessNottingham
@Josephine Wood I didn’t see dave’s mic hit him.
PrincessNottingham
Why did Malc push Roddy?
Sandra Kilroy
@PrincessNottingham not sure x
lesley church
I loved them, no matter What the sung they all looked as though they were enjoying themselves
Gloria Mitchell
One of the best groups