The Fabulous Thunderbirds is a blues rock band that got started in 1974, th… Read Full Bio ↴The Fabulous Thunderbirds is a blues rock band that got started in 1974, the group being best known for the massive 1986 hit "Tuff Enuff". The band's original line-up included guitarist Jimmie Vaughan, the older brother of the influential blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan, and got popular in Texas' underground rock scene. After performing for several years in the Austin, Texas area, the guys earned a recording contract with Chrysalis Records and later signed to Arista. The first two albums, released in 1979 and 1980 (with Keith Ferguson on bass and Mike Buck on drums), did not initially sell well but are now regarded as classic blues rock recordings.

Their style has mixed Texas blues with the harmonica-laced swamp blues sounds of the likes of Slim Harpo and Lazy Lester, both of whom the T-Birds have covered. Their third album, 1981's 'Butt Rockin'', took the band closer to classic rhythm and blues while featuring added piano and brass section sounds played by additional musicians. The band broke into the mainstream in 1986 with their album 'Tuff Enuff'. The single of the same name was featured in the Kirk Douglas and Burt Lancaster film 'Tough Guys' alongside their follow-up single, which they titled "Wrap It Up". A lively, powerful tune, "Tuff Enuff" has been played frequently over the years on many rock n roll stations. The band's music was also played in John Cusack's 1987 movie 'Hot Pursuit'.

The Fabulous Thunderbirds' next album, titled 'Hot Number', fell off the charts quickly and alienated many of the bands' long-time fans due to its slick, pop-oriented sound. The band then began a long series of line-up changes and obscure, yet somewhat improved, albums throughout the 90s. Drummer Mike Buck left the band in 1980, and guitarist Jimmie Vaughan left in 1990. More recently, the group has had line-up made up of original member Kim Wilson alongside guitarist/vocals Nick Curran, guitarist Kirk Flecther, Jimi Bott on drums, Ronnie James Weber on bass, and former Canned Heat member Gene Taylor on keyboards.

The official T-Birds website is at http://www.fabulousthunderbirds.com/

Alumni of the T-birds include:

Duke Robillard Fran Cristina Gene Taylor Jimi Bott Keith Ferguson Kid Bangham Kirk Fletcher Mike Buck Preston Hubbard Richard Innes Ronnie James Weber Steve Hodges Willie Campbell Kid Ramos Jimmie Vaughan Nick Curran Troy Gon

I Believe I'm In Love
The Fabulous Thunderbirds Lyrics

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I don't know what's wrong with me
I've been foolish as a fool can be
Baby, I can't sleep at night and I lost my appetite

Went to the doctor but he don't know
It's getting
Tell me baby what I might gonna do

I believe I'm in love with you
I believe I'm in love with you
Tell me baby that you love me, too
I can't fight, baby I decided
I'm in love with you

I guess this time I realize
For you baby I got eyes
Come on baby and give me a chance
All I need is your romance
You know what I'm tryin' to fight
I'm telling you baby I'll be true

I believe I'm in love with you
I believe I'm in love with you
Tell me baby that you love me, too

I can't fight, baby I decided
I'm in love with you

Overall Meaning

"I Believe I'm In Love" is a classic love song by The Fabulous Thunderbirds that expresses the feelings of confusion and insecurity that come along with falling head over heels in love. The opening lines of the song speak of the chaos that love has brought into the singer's life - he can’t sleep at night, he’s lost his appetite and he doesn't know what's wrong with him. He’s been foolish in his love, and he can't explain why he can't control his feelings. The confusion is overwhelming, and it's driving him crazy. He turns to a doctor for help, but he can't find any remedy for his love sickness.

The chorus of the song reveals the singer's true feelings - he believes he's in love with the subject of his affection, and he's at a loss for what to do. He pleads with her to love him back, admitting that he can't fight it any longer. He's finally accepted that he's completely smitten, and all he needs is her romance. The singer realizes that he's been trying to fight his feelings, but he can't deny his love for her any longer.

The song captures the essence of falling in love and all of the emotions that come along with it. From confusion and insecurity to pure bliss and ecstasy, it's a rollercoaster ride of feeling and emotions.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't know what's wrong with me
I am uncertain of the problem that I am experiencing

I've been foolish as a fool can be
I have acted in a foolish manner

Baby, I can't sleep at night and I lost my appetite
I am experiencing insomnia and loss of appetite

Went to the doctor but he don't know
I visited a doctor, but he was unable to diagnose my ailment

It's getting
My condition is deteriorating

Tell me baby what I might gonna do
Please advise me on what actions I should take

I believe I'm in love with you
I have come to the realization that I am in love with you

Tell me baby that you love me, too
Kindly inform me if you reciprocate my feelings

I can't fight, baby I decided
I am unable to resist my emotions and have made a decision

I guess this time I realize
I have finally come to the understanding

For you baby I got eyes
I am attracted to you and only have eyes for you

Come on baby and give me a chance
Please allow me a chance to prove my love to you

All I need is your romance
I require your love and affection

You know what I'm tryin' to fight
You are aware of my internal struggle

I'm telling you baby I'll be true
I promise to always be truthful and loyal to you

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: KIM WILSON

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