History tells us that every once in a while, a group of people can come together with one dream and do beautiful things with it, burning brightly but too briefly before sputtering out. But just because history throws up a cloud of white noise, that dream doesn’t necessarily have to die. We know that Stephen Duffy had been a founder of Duran Duran, one of a number of bands to emerge on Birmingham’s fertile, exciting and often confusing post-punk scene. When TV Eye, the Second City’s Stooges-inspired garage punk band split, Dave Twist (drums) and Kusworth (guitar) and Paul Adams (guitar) approached Duffy (vocals/guitar/piano) and Simon Colley (bass) from that first Duran line-up to join their new project. So began Obviously Five Believers, who in turn became The Subterranean Hawks, before settling on The Hawks.
Adored by most who saw them, they recorded constantly, spawning one highly collectable single, ‘Words Of Hope’. They lasted from 1979 until Christmas 1981 “falling apart in a myriad of acrimony,” as Duffy wrote in 1984. “Success makes the best excuses and the Subterranean Hawks had none... They proved that it was impossible and implausible to be a rock'n'roll band in the eighties.” Impossible, perhaps, in a city that never developed the support networks, the label entrepreneurs, of a Manchester, Liverpool or Sheffield – but The Hawks undoubtably had most of the signifiers already in place for the ‘Scene In Between’ that would emerge later that decade.Years passed with the various members each finding degrees of success: Duffy solo, and later with The Lilac Time; Kusworth with Nikki Sudden and numerous other bands, often alongside current Black Bomber Twist. In 2019, when Duffy and Kusworth last met, Duffy, as custodian of The Hawks’ ‘tape archive’, promised that the recordings would one day be released. Sadly this was not soon enough for Kusworth who tragically passed away suddenly in September 2020. Duffy has remained as good as his word, however, in bringing these ten songs to release, in honour of his friend. Having languished on cassette for 40 years, they’re now set free, sounding the best they’ve done since the day they were recorded, thanks to the judicious mastering of Grammy-winning engineer John Paterno. The album was finally released in September 2021.
Rock 'N' Roll Band
The Hawks Lyrics
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I shake my body to AC/DC
That kind of music fill my soul with power
And Rock & Roll will never dies
Feel the power
Hear the sound
Guitars & Drums
I can feel my body
Oh yeah, Rock & Roll is in my head
Hard & heavy music always play on ten
My bones are shaking my mind is free
Come and feel this energy , it makes you happy
I couldn't survive without music
Feel the power
Hear the sound
Guitars & Drums
I can feel my body
That´s Rock & Roll in my head
Oh yeah, Rock & Roll is in my head
That´s Rock & Roll in my head
Oh yeah, Rock & Roll is in my head
That´s Rock & Roll in my head
Oh yeah, Rock & Roll in my head
I like the sound from electric guitars
I shake my body to AC/DC
Come and feel this energy , it makes you happy
And Rock & Roll will never dies
That´s Rock & Roll in my head
Oh yeah, Rock & Roll is in my head
That´s Rock & Roll in my head
Oh yeah, Rock & Roll is in my head
The lyrics to "Rock And Roll Band" by The Hawks convey a passionate love for rock and roll music. The song emphasizes the exhilarating and empowering experience of listening to electric guitars and drums, particularly in the context of bands like AC/DC. It celebrates the electrifying energy that rock and roll brings to the soul and how it becomes a vital part of the singer's identity. The repeated chorus of "That's Rock & Roll in my head, oh yeah, Rock & Roll is in my head" reinforces the idea that rock and roll is not just a genre of music, but a state of mind and a powerful force that cannot be extinguished.
The lyrics also express the impact and necessity of music in the singer's life. The line "I couldn't survive without music" highlights the deep connection and dependence the singer has on the power of rock and roll. It suggests that music is not just a form of entertainment, but an essential aspect of their being, providing freedom, happiness, and a release for their emotions.
Overall, "Rock And Roll Band" is a celebration of the energy, power, and timeless nature of rock and roll music. It encapsulates the transformative experience of listening to and embodying the spirit of this genre, while also emphasizing its fundamental importance in the singer's life.
Line by Line Meaning
I like the sound from electric guitars
The singer enjoys the unique sound produced by electric guitars
I shake my body to AC/DC
The singer dances enthusiastically to the music of AC/DC
That kind of music fill my soul with power
The music fills the singer's soul with a sense of strength and energy
And Rock & Roll will never dies
The artist believes that the genre of Rock & Roll will always remain alive and relevant
Feel the power
The artist encourages others to experience the intense energy
Hear the sound
The singer wants others to listen and appreciate the distinctive sound
Guitars & Drums
Referring to the instruments commonly associated with Rock & Roll
I can feel my body
The artist experiences physical sensations of excitement and enthusiasm
That´s Rock & Roll in my head
The artist has a deep, internal connection to the spirit and essence of Rock & Roll
Oh yeah, Rock & Roll is in my head
The artist expresses a strong personal affinity for Rock & Roll music
Hard & heavy music always play on ten
The singer prefers intense and loud music that is hard-hitting and powerful
My bones are shaking my mind is free
The music has such a profound impact on the artist that it physically and mentally liberates them
Come and feel this energy , it makes you happy
The singer invites others to experience the joyful and uplifting energy of Rock & Roll
I couldn't survive without music
The singer emphasizes the importance of music in their life, suggesting it is vital for their well-being
That´s Rock & Roll in my head
The singer reiterates their deep personal connection to Rock & Roll
I like the sound from electric guitars
The artist continues to express their fondness for the distinct sound produced by electric guitars
I shake my body to AC/DC
The artist once again highlights their enthusiastic dancing and enjoyment of AC/DC music
Come and feel this energy , it makes you happy
The singer extends the invitation to others, emphasizing the positivity and happiness derived from the energy of Rock & Roll
And Rock & Roll will never dies
The singer reaffirms their belief in the everlasting nature of Rock & Roll as a genre
That´s Rock & Roll in my head
The artist firmly asserts their unshakable connection to Rock & Roll
Oh yeah, Rock & Roll is in my head
The artist proudly declares that Rock & Roll is an integral part of their identity
That´s Rock & Roll in my head
The artist once again emphasizes their profound connection to Rock & Roll
Oh yeah, Rock & Roll is in my head
The singer reiterates their strong personal identification with Rock & Roll music
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Written by: Wolfgang Tewes, Udo Bethke
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