A talented singer and bass guitarist, trained in classical piano and percussion, she joined her sisters in the 60s Detroit garage rock group The Pleasure Seekers whilst still in her teens and never looked back. By the early 70s, Suzi went off to England to work with producer Mickie Most, while her sister Patti joined the all-woman rock band Fanny. An underground following spread around Suzi's charisma and powerful singing.
Suzi found herself singing the material of songwriting duo Chinn & Chapman, musicians who were also having hits with Sweet. Combining shades of bubblegum pop with a hard rock spirit, similar to the power pop ethos of the era, Suzi embraced the glam sound. Under their tutelage, she had four top ten rock hits in the U.K., but she remained mostly unknown in the U.S.
However, her U.K. fame expanded through the 70s, with Suzi becoming a successful solo singer, bassist, and songwriter with a string of charting hits. Her appeal extended into the 80s while many of her contempoaries broke up. Notable songs of his period include "Can The Can", "Devil Gate Drive", "Tear Me Apart", and "The Wild One", among many others.
Suzi extended her career to television in 1979 when she guest starred for three seasons on the hit television series 'Happy Days'. She played the character Leather Tuscadero, who was the younger sister of Fonzie's love interest, Pinky Tuscadero. In 1979, at the height of the disco era, she finally made the U.S. Top Five with the track "Stumblin' In", a duet with Chris Norman.
In her musical career she has had 16 hit singles, sold over 45 million records and toured since 1964. She has also had guest appearances in the Runaways documentary "Edgeplay" and various UK television shows including Minder, Dempsey And Makepeace and Absolutely Fabulous.
In 1990, Suzi trod the boards in London's West End playing the lead in the musical Annie Get Your Gun and wrote and starred in a musical about Talullah Bankhead.
Suzi continues to write, perform and record her own original material and has a forthcoming new album Naked Under Leather. She also hosts an excellent show on BBC Radio 2.
Quatro's first single "Rolling Stone" did not achieve popularity anywhere except Portugal, where it made number one. Most introduced Quatro to the songwriting and production team Nicky Chinn/Mike Chapman. Her second single "Can the Can" (1973) was a number one hit throughout Europe and in Australia. It was followed up by three further hits: "48 Crash" (1973), "Daytona Demon" (1973) and "Devil Gate Drive" (1974) on RAK Records. Her first two albums were also European and Australian successes.
These recordings, however, met little success in her native U.S., despite tours in the mid-1970s supporting Alice Cooper, and, except in Australia, the popularity of Quatro's rocking glam rock declined from 1975. In the interim, she did enjoy success as a session player.
Quatro's fortunes did not change until 1978 when "If You Can't Give Me Love" became a hit in the UK and Australia. This did nothing to prompt Stateside success, but "Stumblin' In", a duet recorded that same year for RSO Records with Chris Norman of Smokie secured a #4 peak in the U.S. Both tracks featured on the "If You Knew Suzi" album. A year later, Quatro released "Suzi... And Other Four Letter Words". She called it her favourite album. This featured singles, such as "She's In Love With You", which made number 11 in the UK , "Mama's Boy" (34) and "I've Never Been In Love" (56). In 1980, her song "Rock Hard" was featured on the soundtrack of the cult film Times Square, along with some punk and new wave bands like Talking Heads, Ramones, XTC and The Pretenders. This success period proved brief however, and her last UK hit was "Heart of Stone" in late 1982. In 1985 Quatro collaborated with Bronski Beat and members of The Kinks, Eddie and the Hot Rods, and Dr Feelgood on the Mark Cunningham-produced version of David Bowie's classic "Heroes", released the following year as the 1986 BBC "Children In Need" single.
In December 2005, a documentary chronicling Quatro's life, "Naked under leather" directed by former Runaway Victory Tischler Blue appeared. In February 2006, Quatro released "Back To the Drive", produced by Sweet guitarist Andy Scott. The album's title track was penned by her former collaborator Mike Chapman.
March 2007 saw Quatro release a version of The Eagles' "Desperado", followed by the publication of her autobiography, "Unzipped".
Suzi Quatro has sold over 45 million records.
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Stumblin' In
Suzi Quatro Lyrics
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Foolishly laying our hearts on the table
Stumblin' in
Our love is a flame, burning within
Now and then firelight will catch us
Stumblin' in
You know these reckless thoughts of mine are following you
I've fallen for you, whatever you do
'Cause, baby, you've shown me so many things that I never knew
Whatever it takes, baby, I'll do it for you
Our love is alive, and so we begin
Foolishly laying our hearts on the table
Stumblin' in
Our love is a flame, burning within
Now and then firelight will catch us
Stumblin' in
You were so young, ah, and I was so free
I may have been young, but, baby, that's not what I wanted to be
Well, you were the one
Oh, why was it me?
'Cause, baby, you show me so many things that I never see
Whatever you need, baby, you've got it from me
Our love is alive, and so we begin
Foolishly laying our hearts on the table
Stumblin' in
Our love is a flame, burning within
Now and then firelight will catch us
Stumblin' in
Stumblin' in, stumblin' in
Foolishly laying our hearts on the table
Stumblin' in
Ah, stumblin' in, mmmh, stumblin' in
Now and then firelight will catch us
Stumblin' in
Oh, stumblin' in, ah, I was stumblin' in
Foolishly laying our hearts on the table
Stumblin' in
Oh, stumblin' in
Ah, stumblin' in
I was stumblin' in
We were stumblin' in
The song “Stumblin’ In” by Suzi Quatro and Chris Norman is a classic duet about two individuals who are madly in love with each other. The song starts by informing us that their love is alive, and that they are foolishly laying their hearts on the table. The phrase "stumblin' in" serves as a metaphor for the idea that love can be unpredictable and takes us by surprise, much like stumbling into something unexpected. The song's chorus is a repetition of this phrase, serving as a reminder that regardless of how uncertain love is, they will always find their way back to each other.
The song's opening verses juxtapose the passionate nature of their love with the potential risks involved. The line "Our love is a flame, burning within" is met with the acknowledgment that "Now and then firelight will catch us." Firelight refers to the risks and complications that their relationship could cause, but instead of shying away from them, they face them head-on. As the song progresses, we learn that this love was unexpected, as the male lead was young and free at the time, and the singer did not plan on falling in love. However, the love that they share shows the female lead so many beautiful things that she never knew exist. The song ends with the repetition of the chorus, assuring us that despite all the risks and potential complications, their love remains alive, just like the metaphorical flame that burns within them.
Interesting facts about the song “Stumblin’ In”:
Line by Line Meaning
Our love is alive, and so we begin
We are starting something new, our love is strong and present.
Foolishly laying our hearts on the table
We are showing vulnerability by being honest and open-hearted in our relationship.
Stumblin' in
We're taking chances in love, not always knowing what we're doing, but being brave enough to move forward.
Our love is a flame, burning within
Our passion for each other is intense and strong, like fire.
Now and then firelight will catch us
Every now and then, our passion will spark and catch on even more, shining brightly like a flame.
Wherever you go, whatever you do
No matter where you are or what you're doing, my thoughts are with you.
You know these reckless thoughts of mine are following you
I can't control my desire and feelings for you, they are wild and adventurous.
I've fallen for you, whatever you do
I am completely smitten with you, no matter what you say or do.
'Cause, baby, you've shown me so many things that I never knew
You have opened my eyes and shown me new experiences and joys I had never known before.
Whatever it takes, baby, I'll do it for you
I am willing to do whatever I can to make you happy and keep our love thriving.
You were so young, ah, and I was so free
When we met, you were young and I was carefree and wild.
I may have been young, but, baby, that's not what I wanted to be
Although I was young, I wanted to be mature and ready for a committed relationship.
Well, you were the one
Out of all the people I met, you were the one who captured my heart.
Oh, why was it me?
A rhetorical question to express my surprise and wonder that you chose me.
Whatever you need, baby, you've got it from me
I am there to support you and provide for your needs, whatever they may be.
Stumblin' in, stumblin' in
Repeating the chorus about taking a chance and moving forward in love, even when uncertain.
Ah, stumblin' in, mmmh, stumblin' in
Repeating the chorus again, emphasizing the idea of taking a risk in love.
Oh, stumblin' in, ah, I was stumblin' in
Acknowledging that I was the one who was uncertain and taking a chance in the relationship.
We were stumblin' in
Both of us were taking chances and moving forward in love, even when unsure.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Michael Donald Chapman, Nicholas Barry Chinn
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Our love is alive, and so we begin
Foolishly laying our hearts on the table
Stumblin' in
Our love is a flame, burning within
Now and then firelight will catch us
Stumblin' in
Wherever you go, whatever you do
You know these reckless thoughts of mine are following you
I'm falling for you, whatever you do
'Cause baby, you've shown me so many things that I never knew
Whatever it takes, baby, I'll do it for you
Our love is alive, and so we begin
Foolishly layin' our hearts on the table
Stumblin' in
Our love is a flame, burning within
Now and then firelight will catch us
Stumblin' in
You were so young, oh, and I was so free
I may've been young, but baby that's not what I wanted to be
Well, you were the one (oh, why was it me?)
'Cause baby, you've shown me so many things that I've never seen
Whatever you need, baby, you've got it from me
Our love is alive, and so we begin
Foolishly laying our hearts on the table
Stumblin' in
Our love is a flame, burning within
Now and then firelight will catch us
Stumblin' in
Stumblin' in
Stumblin' in
Foolishly laying our hearts on the table
Stumblin' in
Ah, stumblin' in
Mmm, stumblin' in
Now and then firelight will catch us
Stumblin' in
Oh, stumblin' in
I'm stumblin' in
Foolishly laying our hearts on the table
Stumblin' in
Woah, stumblin' in (ah, stumblin' in)
I'm stumblin' In (you were stumblin in)
Now and then firelight will catch us
Stumblin' in
@usmc-veteran7316
Please someone invent a time machine. I want to go back to the 70s..... and stay.
@arushilovesmusic
Hello USMC. I see you in Mr. Ellis Feaster's videos. It's so nice that we have the same interest in radios 😊 Even I wish I could travel the 70's 😇
@usmc-veteran7316
@@arushilovesmusic yes I love Ellis daily uploaded videos. Yes, I loved the 1970s. Even the time I served in the United States Marine Corps, 1973-1977. I turned 15 yrs old in 1970, it was a great time to be a teenager, except for the war in Vietnam. Stay safe and greetings from Charleston, West Virginia, USA. Semper Fidelis from an old Marine Corps Sergeant.
@tigertiger1699
@@usmc-veteran7316
Mate…. Thank you for you service🙏 and that you your brothers.. I and my grandchildren love in a nation and Southern Pacific Ocean arguably saved by your corps … we in the South Pacific forever visit their graves here & are in your debt…., so thank you🙏🌹🇺🇸🇦🇺🇳🇿…
Fwiw…. I remember as a child… watch our mother in tears watching the news of the Vietnam war.., our Ww2 RNZAF father told us of the fight the “Marines” took across the Pacific… he spoke of Titans…, he seems humbled by what he has seen/ understood the marines suffer…. & My grandchildren will know in their time for the reason of their existence.🙏🇺🇸🌹
@usmc-veteran7316
@@tigertiger1699 yes the WW-2 South Pacific Battles are part of our Marine Corps history. I had an Uncle in the Army who fought in the South Pacific and he said, "It tough fighting the Japanese, but you had to also fight the heat, humidity and the jungle."
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Mate… I can’t imagine that Pacific is beautiful.. but as you would know from the jungle…, these place can kill you.., I’ve been to north Aussie… the ocean is nice to look at… but there is nothing hospitable in it…, the kids for Brooklyn.. you name it.., they would have be just smashed by the corps.., and landed here or Aussie??, then as our mum said.. she knew the week after they went to a dance.. those gum chewing & milk drinking boys… were likely breathing water… I knew it upset her terribly…
I remember the old man saying to never underestimate just how desperate thing were…he said when the USN sailed into our capital Wellington the church bells rang across the city…
Eleanor Roosevelt came to visit/ live in Aussie.. , mum said her presence .. gave woman down here belief that’s the US would not walk away and leave our nations to be overrun..
I remember he said that McArthur and the Aussie government drew a line across Aussie at Brisbane..the “Brisbane line”.. and they allies & US weren’t going to defend Aussie that laid north of it… even with the US.. they simply couldn’t..
Our nations are bound in blood and debt to us each
Yet people walk around aware of the earth they walk…, but… we still have deep roots
@dxdy1973
Old music:
0% naked
0% violence
100% voice
100% talent
100% good music
@nobleignore1114
perfect description.
@jimih7811
100% true
@usmc-veteran7316
Yes 100% clean. Good song too.