The Badloves signed a deal with Mushroom Records at the end of 1992 after label head Michael Gudinski saw them supporting Hall and Oates at the Melbourne Concert Hall. Initially then band's debut album Get On Board (June 1993) sold moderately, and the first two CD singles 'Lost'/'Green Limousine' , 'Stop' (March) and 'I Remember' (July), were only minor hits. Months of touring and opening for bands like The Sharp, Weddings Parties Anything and Baby Animals did not help sales. The band's fortunes began to change at the end of 1993 when they collaborated with Jimmy Barnes on his Flesh And Wood album.
In partnership, they recorded a cover version of The Band's classic 'The Weight', which reached #6 in December 1993. Following the success of 'The Weight' and the release of 'Green Limousine' as a single, Get On Board eventually made the Australian Top 5 (Selling in excess of 140 000 copies), and the band won three 1993 Australian Record Industry Association (ARIA) Awards (Best Debut Album for Get On Board, Best Debut Single for 'Lost' and Best New Talent).
In early 1994, The Badloves toured Europe with Jimmy Barnes, after which bassist O'Prey left the band to be replaced by John 'Bullfrog' Favarro. The CD single 'Memphis' appeared in March. The band then undertook the successful Travelling Salvation tour which saw The Badloves playing to packed houses across Australia. The beginning of 1995 was taken up with recording a new album with producer Doug Roberts, and the whole project was documented by filmmaker Clayton Jacobson. Black Crowes producer Jack Joseph Puig mixed the album Holy Roadside in Los Angeles.
Holy Roadside came out in September 1995, preceded by the CD single 'Caroline" in August. A limited edition collectors' album, Live In Amsterdam (recorded at 'The Paradiso' while the band was touring Europe with Jimmy Barnes), was also available for a short time with the purchase of Holy Roadside. The soulful 'Slave' appeared as the album's second CD single in November. The 'Barefoot Bride' CD single (May 1996) featured a live rendition of Paul Simon's 'Love Me Like A Rock'. The Badloves issued the live album Everybody Everywhere in April 1997.
The band didn't do much after this, many people said that they broke up, Tony Featherstone denied this in an email he sent me - he said it was a ploy so that they could get out of their Mushroom record deal - looks like it worked! Michael Spiby released his debut solo album in 2000, Ho's Kitchen. The Badloves then came together once more in mid 2000 to play a Victorian festival, the band enjoyed themselves, so they then set out on a small tour. They played more shows again in April 2001. Tony Featherstone left the band early in 2002 to pursue a career in web design. He has yet to be permanently replaced.
The Badloves have continued to tour again and released an EP "14" in March 2002.
Unfortunately, on September 21, 2003 - The Badloves played their final show.
Precious
The Badloves Lyrics
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You know I have nothing
Precious
No money can buy
You're like a treasure
Lost to the sands of time
Whatever you're hiding
Few can deny
Precious
About you
I love your ancient charms
Precious
Oh my, my
I'm saving you for myself
We fall into each others arms
And in the half-light
Reveal your charms
Precious
Now we are as one
Sins of the father
Are those of the son
Feel my soul surrender
Precious
No doubt about it
I love your ancient charms
Precious
Oh my, my
I just want a piece of you
So come and surrender
Wearing the gifts god gave you
Who will save you now
Save me some of your
Precious
Come on now
I love your ancient charms
Precious
Oh my, my
I just want a piece of you
Precious
Oh my, my
I'm keeping you for myself
The Badloves’ song Precious is a love song that seems to speak about a romantic partner who has something precious about them. The lyrics suggest that the person being talked about is unique and is like a treasure. The opening lines “You know I have nothing/Precious/No money can buy” indicate that whatever the precious quality is, it cannot be bought or owned. The line “You're like a treasure/Lost to the sands of time” indicates that this person is rare and possibly in danger of being forgotten.
The song then goes on to describe the singer’s attraction to this person. They describe the person’s “ancient charms”, which suggests that the precious quality may be linked to the person’s age or history. The final line “I'm keeping you for myself” shows how possessive the singer is of this other person.
Overall, the song has a dreamy, nostalgic quality that speaks to the idea of found love. It presents the idea that love is something precious and not easy to find. The lyrics’ tone is contemplative and romantic, and the song has a gentle melody that fits with the mood.
Line by Line Meaning
You know I have nothing
I don't have wealth or possessions to offer you
Precious
You are extremely valuable and important to me
No money can buy
There is nothing that can purchase what you mean to me
You're like a treasure
You are like a valuable asset that is hard to find
Lost to the sands of time
You are something rare and unique that is difficult to come across
Whatever you're hiding
There may be more to you than meets the eye
Few can deny
Almost everyone acknowledges your worth
You sure got something
You possess qualities that are highly desirable
About you
There are certain attributes you have that make you special
I love your ancient charms
I am drawn to the timeless aspects of your character
Oh my, my
You truly captivate and excite me
I'm saving you for myself
I want to keep you close to me and cherish our relationship
We fall into each others arms
We embrace each other lovingly
And in the half-light
In the dim or partial illumination
Reveal your charms
You reveal what makes you special or attractive
Now we are as one
We have become unified or connected
Sins of the father
The negative actions or consequences of previous generations
Are those of the son
Are often passed on to future generations
Feel my soul surrender
I am giving myself over to you completely
No doubt about it
It is clear and certain to me
I just want a piece of you
I desire to have some kind of connection or relationship with you
So come and surrender
Join me in committing fully to each other
Wearing the gifts god gave you
Utilizing the natural talents or traits bestowed upon you by a higher power
Who will save you now
When faced with difficulty or danger, who will come to your aid or rescue?
Save me some of your
I hope to experience some of the special qualities you possess
I'm keeping you for myself
I wish to maintain and strengthen our bond
Contributed by Lincoln V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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