Winter's group is also known for its innovation, with the frontman inventing the keyboard body strap early in his career. Said innovation allows him the freedom to move around on stage during his multi-instrument high-energy performances. He was also one of the first artists to feature a synthesizer as the main instrument in a song. "Frankenstein" in particular revolutionized modern rock and roll and opened up a whole new world of possibilities with experimentation and sound.
After 'They Only Come Out at Night', the band released 'Shock Treatment', featuring guitarist Rick Derringer in place of Ronnie Montrose. That musican went on to work in Montrose and other groups. Although not quite able to capture the same free spirit as the group's earlier album, 'Shock Treatment' earned major critical praise, and the band continued its lively tour schedule.
Later releases from Edgar Winter and his associates include the albums 'Jasmine Nightdreams', 'The Edgar Winter Group with Rick Derringer' (a live album), 'Together Live With Johnny Winter', 'Recycled' (a reunion with White Trash), 'Standing On Rock', 'Mission Earth', 'Live In Japan', 'Not A Kid Anymore', 'The Real Deal', and 'Winter Blues'.
Mainstream success has eluded Winter's various band line-ups since their 70s heyday, but their work has remained radio staples. Winter continues to tour as of 2013. More information is available on his official website here.
We All Had A Real Good Time
The Edgar Winter Group Lyrics
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I don't remember how I got this way.
I don't recall what happened yesterday.
I don't remember what I did last night.
But I know I was feelin' all right.
And we all had a real good time.
And we all had a real good time.
I couldn't stop myself from feelin' fine.
[GUITAR SOLO]
Got so loud that I couldn't hear the phone.
In the nick a-time I called, no one was home.
The girl was rockin', so I crawled across the floor.
I tried to make it, but I couldn't find the chord.
So we all had a real good time.
Somebody told me I was out of my mind.
But we all had a real good time.
I couldn't stop myself from feelin' fine.
[GUITAR SOLO]
Here we are now, the time is right.
Feelin' good like I did last night.
I can tell, you're feelin' good too.
Come on with me, I wanna party with you.
And we all had a real good time.
Somebody told me I was out of my mind.
And we all had a real good time.
Don't try to stop yourself from feelin' fine.
And we all had a real good time.
[REPEAT TO FADE]
The lyrics to The Edgar Winter Group's song We All Had a Real Good Time are about the joy of living in the moment and having a good time with friends, even if you can't remember what happened the night before. The song starts with the singer admitting that they don't remember how they got to this point or what happened yesterday, but they do remember feeling "alright." The chorus repeats the phrase "we all had a real good time" several times, emphasizing the idea that the night was a success despite the singer's lack of memory.
The second verse continues the narrative of the night, including a moment where the music gets so loud that the singer can't hear the phone ringing. They try to find a particular chord but are unsuccessful. The third verse brings the listener to the present moment, with the singer saying that they are feeling good and wanting to continue the party with their friends. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing that the night was a success and encouraging the listener to "feel fine."
Overall, the lyrics to We All Had a Real Good Time are about the idea that life is short and we should enjoy ourselves while we can. Despite not remembering everything that happened, the singer knows that they had a good time with their friends and wants to continue to do so in the present moment.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't remember how I got this way.
I have no recollection of how I ended up in this current state.
I don't recall what happened yesterday.
I have no memory of what occurred the previous day.
I don't remember what I did last night.
I have no recollection of my actions from the previous night.
But I know I was feelin' all right.
Despite my lack of memory, I am certain that I was in a positive mood.
And we all had a real good time.
All of us enjoyed ourselves thoroughly.
Somebody told me I was out of my mind.
Someone indicated that I was behaving illogically or crazily.
I couldn't stop myself from feelin' fine.
I was unable to prevent my good mood.
Got so loud that I couldn't hear the phone.
The noise level was so high that I could not hear the ringing telephone.
In the nick a-time I called, no one was home.
I managed to call just in time, but nobody answered the phone.
The girl was rockin', so I crawled across the floor.
The woman was dancing energetically, so I inched my way closer on the ground.
I tried to make it, but I couldn't find the chord.
I attempted to join in with the music, but could not locate the right chord to play.
Here we are now, the time is right.
We are currently in the appropriate moment for celebration.
Feelin' good like I did last night.
I am experiencing the same good mood as the previous night.
I can tell, you're feelin' good too.
I can sense that you are also in a positive mood.
Come on with me, I wanna party with you.
Join me in celebration, as I desire to enjoy your company.
Don't try to stop yourself from feelin' fine.
Do not attempt to resist your enjoyable state of mind.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAN HARTMAN, EDGAR WINTER
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