The group was formed by record producer / composer, Tony Hiller, and originally featured the well-travelled vocalist, Tony Burrows. In 1970 they had a hit single with "United We Stand", which not only was a heavily played record on British radio, but also broke the American market. By the time they broke the voting record for Eurovision and sold well over one million copies of "Save Your Kisses For Me", the line up had totally changed. After Eurovision, they had a number of hits in the UK, including two more chart-toppers, but long term success proved to be elusive.
In 1992, Sandra Stevens told Eurovision Network's magazine that Brotherhood of Man had been shortlisted to sing in A Song for Europe 1983. However she said that the group changed its mind, preferring to be remembered for winning the Eurovision Song Contest as opposed to possibly losing a UK qualifying heat. However their song, "When the Kissing Stops" remained in the contest and was performed by another group, Rubic. It came sixth.
"Save Your Kisses For Me" was nominated as one of the final five finalists in the 50th anniversary Eurovision concert held in Copenhagen, Denmark, in October 2005 and was the highest placed UK song.
Members (1976 on)
* Nicky Stevens (born 3 December 1951, in Carmarthen, Wales).
* Sandra Stevens (23 November 1949, in Leeds, Yorkshire).
* Martin Lee (26 November 1949, in Surrey).
* Lee Sheriden (11 April 1949, in Bristol).
* Barry Upton (born 25 February 1954, in Hastings, Sussex)
Figaro
The Brotherhood of Man Lyrics
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You'll see him down on the beach
Look out girl, beware
Better take good care
Keep yourself out of reach
He's out to make a killing girl
He's out to make a score
And maybe if you're willing girl
Oh oh Figaro, He's got magic oh oh
Oh oh Figaro, He's a Romeo oh
See him down on the beach
He'll be looking for someone new
Searching down on the beach
Figaro, Figaro
When he plays guitar
At the disco bar
He's the star of the show
As the girls go by
He just winks an eye
See those pretty girls glow
He's out to make a killing girl
When dancing on the floor
And maybe if you're willing girl
He's gonna ask for more
Oh oh Figaro, He's got magic oh oh
Oh oh Figaro, He's a Romeo oh
See him down on the beach
He'll be looking for someone new
Searching down on the beach
Figaro, Figaro
Oh oh Figaro, He's got magic oh oh
Oh oh Figaro, He's a Romeo oh
Oh oh Figaro, He's got magic oh oh
Oh oh Figaro, He's a Romeo oh
The lyrics to The Brotherhood of Man's song Figaro depict a man named Figaro who frequents the beach and the disco bar, where he tries to catch the attention of women. He is described as having "magic" and being a "Romeo." The lyrics warn women to be cautious around him and to keep themselves out of his reach because he is "out to make a killing" and "out to make a score." However, the lyrics also suggest that some women may be willing to be with him and he may ask for more.
The lyrics seem to be cautionary in nature, warning women not to fall for Figaro's charms and to be mindful of his true intentions. The use of the name "Figaro" may allude to the character of the same name in Mozart's opera, The Marriage of Figaro, who is a charismatic and charming ladies' man. The use of the name could also be a nod to the fact that the song is about a man who is a ladies' man.
Overall, the lyrics to Figaro are fun and catchy, but also convey a message of caution and self-protection for women.
Line by Line Meaning
Every morning when sun is dawning
Each day, at daybreak
You'll see him down on the beach
He can be found at the beach
Look out girl, beware
Be cautious, girl
Better take good care
Protect yourself well
Keep yourself out of reach
Stay away from him
He's out to make a killing girl
He's aiming to make a lot of money, girl
He's out to make a score
He's trying to succeed
And maybe if you're willing girl
If you agree, girl
He's gonna ask for more
He'll request more
Oh oh Figaro, He's got magic oh oh
Figaro has a special charm
Oh oh Figaro, He's a Romeo oh
Figaro is a seductive man
See him down on the beach
Observe him at the seashore
He'll be looking for someone new
He'll search for a new target
Searching down on the beach
Hunting for a partner
When he plays guitar
While he's playing the guitar
At the disco bar
In the night club
He's the star of the show
He's the center of attention
As the girls go by
As the ladies pass
He just winks an eye
He gives them a flirtatious look
See those pretty girls glow
Notice how the beautiful ladies appear
When dancing on the floor
While dancing in the club
Oh oh Figaro, He's got magic oh oh
Figaro has an enchanting personality
Oh oh Figaro, He's a Romeo oh
Figaro behaves like a Casanova
Oh oh Figaro, He's got magic oh oh
Figaro is charming
Oh oh Figaro, He's a Romeo oh
Figaro is a ladies' man
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ROGER EDENS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@patrickstocks3576
Ev’ry morning when sun is dawning
You’ll see him down on the beach 🏖
Look out girl better beware
Better take care keep yourself out of reach
He’s out to make a killing girl 👧
He’s out to make a score and maybe
If you’re willing girl 👧
He’s gonna ask for more
Oh, oh figaro he’s got magico, oh
Oh, oh figaro he’s a Romeo, oh
See him down on the beach 🏝
He’ll be looking for someone new
Searching down on the beach 🏖
Figaro, Figaro
When he plays guitar at the disco 💃 bar
He’s the star of the show
As the girls go by he just winks an eye 👁
See the pretty girls glow
He’s out to make a killing girls 👧
When dancing on the floor and maybe 🤔
If you’re willing girl 👧
He’s gonna ask for more
Oh, oh figaro he’s got magico, oh
Oh, oh figaro he’s a Romeo, oh
See him down on the beach 🏝
He’ll be looking for someone new
Searching down on the beach 🏖
Figaro, figaro
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@doginthecity9635
OMG... I am reliving Brotherhood of Man... These songs are bloody cool...
@terencemeikle534
There's more nostalgia in those dance moves and lyrics than almost anything else I know. 😊
@admiralbenbow5083
My heart goes out to you.
@sunshineofrays6977
Nice one Terence 👍
@Hondadctrider
Britain's answer to ABBA, brilliant, takes me back to my childhood and the party's my parents had.
@BeasleyStreet
B O M where around long before ABBA !
@ricky3180
@Asbury Park But not half as talented
@BeasleyStreet
@rick frenay never mind the comparison, there are few and far between anyone who can claim to be half as good , history shows that...
@reginafranks4371
I’d never heard of this group before coming to their Eurovision web site. They do remind me of Abba. I’m in America so maybe that’s why I never heard of them .
@reginafranks4371
@Asbury Park red