First Influences
Bill Boazman's father, also named William, was an officer in the REME regiment of the British Army. William senior took an active part in army entertainment and on retirement became an actor, appearing in several West End shows. Bill travelled with his family to several overseas postings, and lived for a while in Singapore. He was later educated at Churchers College in Petersfield, while his family lived in Camberley, near Aldershot. Boazman's younger sister, Sally Boazman, is a traffic reporter with BBC Radio 2, popularly known as 'Sally Traffic'
Boazman left school in 1965, before sitting A levels, and moved to Hayling Island, where his girlfriend Jackie Blundell, now writer and traveller Jackie Cornwall, was a student. He was absorbed in music, admiring artists like Alan Price, Bob Dylan and The Animals, but when he heard Bert Jansch's first (1965) LP; he found his direction. He learned every song on this album, including the difficult track 'Angie'.[1] At the age of seventeen Boazman first heard "San Francisco Bay Blues" by Jesse Fuller, which led to his enduring love of blues music. Boazman returned to Camberley in 1965, where he worked on the first edition of Yellow Pages, while establishing contacts in the world of folk and blues.
In June 1966, Boazman and Blundell moved to London together, but their relationship ended shortly afterwards. Boazman performed in folk clubs, including the Hand and Flower in the Fulham Road, and began to make his name as a singer/guitarist. By the late 1960s he lived near Reading, Berkshire and made regular visits to London clubs such as Les Cousins in Soho, where he learnt from Roy Harper, Bert Jansch, Ralph McTell, The Incredible String Band, Davey Graham and many an American guitar picker. At this point he still did not own a guitar, relying on instruments borrowed from friends and other performers, including John Renbourn who loaned Boazman the Scarth guitar pictured on the sleeve of Renbourn's first album.[1] Eventually he purchased a Gibson of his own.
Sonny Black's Blues Band, Sonny Black and the Dukes
Boazman then adopted the persona of "Sonny Black" and formed the first line-up of Sonny Black's Blues Band Dave Bispham on drums, Dick Jones on bass guitar, with Paul Swinton on harmonica and additional vocals. The band's first album, "The Filth" (recorded in 1983 to 1987) also included guest musicians Graham Hobbs on organ, Ian Smith on bass and Frank Sidebottom on piano. Over the following years they played their hard Chicago type of blues and acted as the houseband at Dino's Blues Bar at the West End Centre in Aldershot. Here they played with Eddie C Campbell, Lowell Fulson, Guitar Shorty, Carey Bell and others. Various line-ups featured, at different times, Sam Kelly (drums), Dan Smith (piano), George Pearson (bass), Alan Glenn (harmonica), Dino Coccia and Damon Sawyer (drums) and Bob Haddrell (organ/piano) – some of whom reformed as The Barcodes. Although performing entirely in a traditional blues idiom, most numbers were written by Sonny Black. Over time and through various line-up changes (including a change of name from Sonny Black's Blue Band to Sonny Black and the Dukes), the driving style of the band mellowed and jazz influences became more apparent.
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love at first sight
Sonny Black And The Dukes Lyrics
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cnd that's the end of discussion (‘til the end)
When I ain't around you hold it down
When together, no arguing or fussing
We fly like a dove we drop like a faucet
We built a bond they can't touch (they can't touch this)
You stayed through the struggle
Continued to hustle Even when I ain't have much
When a nigga tell you that I need you (I need you)
I tell you I'm good you know I be lying
You see right through it like I'm see through (I'm see through)
You kept it a buck with a nigga
Even when I thought that I couldn't believe you (I thought I couldn't)
You got me for the rest of our lives
cnd baby this is just a preview
See you my first love Imma keep it a stack
Baby you not the first (you not the first)
One almost made it to this level
Before it got there I got hurt (damn)
See I'm a rare breed so they coming back
It's a blessing and a curse
When I feel myself falling I fall back
Thinking you gone do me worse
I was wrong
You was there when I needed you (there when I needed you)
If we add or subtract anything around us
We would still come out equal (perfect)
Multiply all our funds divide the bullshit
Make our lives a lil peaceful (peaceful)
I can take you anywhere the vibe is there
You know you rock out with my people (you know it)
You know you rock out with my people (you know it, you know it)
Would you be my sunshine
cfter the rain (after the rain)
Would you be my sunshine
cfter the rain (would you be, would you be, would you be)
Know it ain't your job But you heal my pain
You my sunshine through the rain (shine through the rain)
Since I been with you I ain't been the same
cnd you a lil fine lil thang (fine lil thang)
I'm trying to give you my last name
I'll never embarrass you I'm trying to cherish you
I ain't trying to run no games
I'll never treat you like a lame
cye you my first love we rock ‘til the end
cnd that's the end of discussion (‘til the end)
When I ain't around you hold it down
When together, no arguing or fussing
We fly like a dove we drop like a faucet
We built a bond they can't touch (they can't touch this)
You stayed through the struggle
Continued to hustle Even when I ain't have much
cnd I'm talking literal senses
When a nigga tell you that I need you (I need you)
I tell you I'm good you know I be lying
You see right through it like I'm see through (I'm see through)
You kept it a buck with a nigga
Even when I thought that I couldn't believe you (I thought I couldn't)
You got me for the rest of our lives
cnd baby this is just a preview
Would you be my sunshine
You not the first
Damn
Would you be my sunshine
cfter the rain
The lyrics to "Love at First Sight" by Sonny Black And The Dukes depict a deeply committed and enduring love between two individuals. The song speaks of a bond that withstands challenges and hardships, with the line "When I ain't around you hold it down, when together, no arguing or fussing" emphasizing the strength of their relationship. The lyrics also express gratitude and admiration for the partner's unwavering support and loyalty, even during difficult times when the singer didn't have much to offer. The phrase "You stayed through the struggle, continued to hustle, even when I ain't have much" showcases the partner's dedication and faith in the relationship.
Furthermore, the song speaks to the singer's vulnerability and the partner's ability to see through any facade. The lyrics suggest that the singer may sometimes pretend to be fine when they actually need support, but the partner can see past this pretense. The line "I tell you I'm good, you know I be lying, you see right through it like I'm see-through" highlights the partner's perceptiveness and ability to provide emotional comfort.
Line by Line Meaning
cye you my first love we rock ‘til the end
You are my first love and we will stick together until the very end.
cnd that's the end of discussion (‘til the end)
There's no need to talk about it further because we are committed to each other.
When I ain't around you hold it down
Even when I'm not there, you handle everything with strength and resilience.
When together, no arguing or fussing
When we're together, we have a harmonious and peaceful relationship without any arguments or conflicts.
We fly like a dove we drop like a faucet
Our love soars high like a dove, but at times, it can come crashing down like a dripping faucet.
We built a bond they can't touch (they can't touch this)
We have created a strong connection between us that no one can break.
You stayed through the struggle
You have stood by my side during difficult times.
Continued to hustle Even when I ain't have much
You kept working hard and supporting me even when I didn't have much to offer.
cnd I'm talking literal senses
And I mean this in the most literal sense.
When a nigga tell you that I need you (I need you)
When I express that I truly need you in my life.
I tell you I'm good you know I be lying
When I say I'm fine, you see right through my facade.
You see right through it like I'm see through (I'm see through)
You can see my true emotions and intentions as if I'm transparent.
You kept it a buck with a nigga
You always kept it real and honest with me.
Even when I thought that I couldn't believe you (I thought I couldn't)
Even in moments when I doubted your faithfulness, you proved me wrong.
You got me for the rest of our lives
You are mine for the duration of our lives together.
cnd baby this is just a preview
And baby, this is only a glimpse of what's to come.
Would you be my sunshine
Would you bring light and happiness into my life?
cfter the rain (after the rain)
After the difficult times and challenges we face.
Know it ain't your job But you heal my pain
I know it's not your responsibility, but you have the ability to ease my pain.
You my sunshine through the rain (shine through the rain)
You are my source of joy and happiness even during tough times.
Since I been with you I ain't been the same
Since being with you, I have undergone positive transformation.
cnd you a lil fine lil thang (fine lil thang)
And you are a beautiful and attractive person.
I'm trying to give you my last name
I want to marry you and be committed to you for life.
I'll never embarrass you I'm trying to cherish you
I promise to never do anything that would embarrass or degrade you, and I want to treasure and appreciate you.
I ain't trying to run no games
I'm not interested in playing games or being dishonest in our relationship.
I'll never treat you like a lame
I will never disrespect or mistreat you.
You not the first
You're not the first person I've been with.
Damn
It's a painful memory that didn't work out before.
Would you be my sunshine cfter the rain
Will you be the one to bring positivity and happiness into my life after the hardships are over?
Would you be my sunshine
Will you be my source of light and joy?
cfter the rain (would you be, would you be, would you be)
Once the difficult times have passed, would you still be there for me?
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