1) The Flames was a mus… Read Full Bio ↴There are more than one band with this name:
1) The Flames was a musical group from Durban in South Africa. The band was originally formed in 1963 by guitarist Steve Fataar, bassist Brother Fataar (real name Edries Fataar), drummer George Faber and guitarist Eugene Champion. However this line-up would only be together to record a couple of songs. Ricky Fataar replaced George Faber as the band's drummer around 1964 and Edries Fredericks replaced Eugene Champion as the guitarist. Baby Duval briefly replaced Edries Fredericks in 1967 although it is unclear whether he was involved in any of the recordings that were released. Blondie Chaplin then replaced Baby Duval in 1967. This was to be the line-up from 1967 until their demise as a group in 1970.
Steve Fataar has confirmed that Baby Duval is featured as a performer on the Flames second album "That's Enough", which was released in early 1967.
Official website: http://www.the-flames.com/
2) The Flames are a German band.
3) The Flames are a Swedish blues band.
4) The Flames (GB) were a Solihull, UK based Indie band. They consisted of Richard Blaikie - Lead Vocals/Backing Vocals/Rhythm Guitar, Chris Hadfield - Lead Guitar/Strings/Backing Vocals, Pete Aitken - Bass/Backing Vocals. Stuart Buddrige - Drums/Percussion. The Band enjoyed some local sucess until their split in late 2005
Tell It Like It Is
The Flames Lyrics
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Something to play with
Go and find yourself a toy
Baby, my time
Is too expensive
And I am not
A little boy
Don't play with my heart, it makes me furious
But if you want me
To love you
Now baby, I will
Girl, you know that I will
Tell it like it is
Don't be ashamed
To let your conscience be your guide
But I know
Deep down inside of me
I believe you love me
Forget your foolish pride
Life is too short to have sorrows
You may be here today, but gone tomorrow
You might as well give me what I want
So go on and leave
Baby, go on and leave
Tell it like it is
I am nothing to play with
Go and find yourself a toy
But tell it like it is
My time is too expensive
And I am not a little boy
I'm just telling you like it is
In The Flames' song "Tell it like it is," the singer is putting his foot down about his worth in a relationship. He tells his partner that if they are simply looking for someone to play with, they should go find a toy. He explains that his time and emotions are valuable and he won't be treated like a little boy. The singer also warns his lover not to play with his heart or it will make him angry. However, if they truly love him, he will reciprocate those feelings. The chorus of the song encourages the partner to be honest with their feelings and to not let foolish pride get in the way of embracing love.
The lyrics of "Tell it like it is" send a strong message about the importance of valuing oneself in a relationship. The singer refuses to be treated as a dispensable object and demands that his partner acknowledge his worth. This sentiment can apply to any type of relationship- romantic, platonic, or professional. It's essential to recognize your own value and not settle for being mistreated by others. Moreover, the song stresses the importance of honest and genuine communication in relationships. It suggests that disregarding one's pride and being truthful with one's feelings can result in more sincere and fulfilling connections.
Line by Line Meaning
If you want
If you desire
Something to play with
Something to casually have fun with
Go and find yourself a toy
Find something else to play with
Baby, my time
My time, darling
Is too expensive
Is valuable and precious
And I am not
I am not
A little boy
An immature child
If you are serious
If you are sincere
Don't play with my heart, it makes me furious
Don't toy with my emotions, it angers me
But if you want me
However, if you want me
To love you
To have feelings of love for you
Now baby, I will
Currently, dear, I will
Girl, you know that I will
Darling, you know I will
Tell it like it is
Speak the truth
Don't be ashamed
Do not feel embarrassment or guilt
To let your conscience be your guide
To allow your moral compass to direct you
But I know
However, I am aware
Deep down inside of me
In the depths of my being
I believe you love me
I have faith that you feel affection for me
Forget your foolish pride
Do not let your ego get in the way
Life is too short to have sorrows
Life is brief and should not be full of sadness or regret
You may be here today, but gone tomorrow
Your time on earth is fleeting
You might as well give me what I want
You might as well provide me with my request
So go on and leave
Therefore, depart and go away
Baby, go on and leave
Darling, go ahead and depart
Tell it like it is
Speak the truth
I am nothing to play with
I am not a simple source of entertainment
But tell it like it is
But speak the truth
My time is too expensive
My time is valuable
And I am not a little boy
And I am not a young child
I'm just telling you like it is
I am merely stating the truth
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, ZELLS MUSIC, M. JONES PUBLISHING CO., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: George Davis, Lee Diamond
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@waseelahwhitford392
My late dad loved this. My mom played this today, Christmas 2018. It was very emotional. He was a talented guitarist. RIP Trevor Rodger Whitford
@fairplayer7435
RIP Mr Whitford, gone but not forgotten.
@angieswartz4676
Still listening & still loving their music
😌
@ianhebblethwaite2582
One of the great travesties of the rock era - the Flames should have been a worldwide success but were denied it by politics and an unfortunate geographic location. Their music sounds as good today as it did 50 years ago!
@raymondquinton5960
I was personal friends, indeed that close that had I my passport at the time I would have gone overseas with them. I was particularly close to brother and am still in regular contact with Blondie. The sadness of South Africa's past apardheid era. They were not allowed to be played p on the whiteys radio station. Their songs For your precious love however could not be stopped and topped the charts 😊
@Dieaap
Good memories - especially the old Stardust club. Thanks for posting.
@doloresvanwyk1551
🤗 Good old memories
@rockaday9969
This is the very best version i have heard!! Adore it!!
@lucienpetrus6906
damn they were awesome
@christiandesfontaines8723
We use to go and listen to them at The Alfresco Hotel, on the Esplanade in Durban. Great band, good memories.