In 1976, Hell either was kicked out of the Heartbreakers or quit the group, depending on whom you believe, and was replaced by Billy Rath, who, according to legend, was a gigolo. Hell went on to form his own band, The Voidoids.
Arriving for a European tour just as the UK punk scene was building momentum, the Heartbreakers developed a following playing in and around London. The band's members and image were widely associated with drug use, specifically, heroin. The Sex Pistols invited them to open for them on the ill-fated Anarchy Tour. They shortly signed with Track Records. Their debut--and only--studio album, L.A.M.F., featured all the Heartbreakers' popular live songs. The release of the album put a huge strain on the band, because of anger among some band members over the poor quality of the mix. Several of the members of the band left at this point. The band reformed in 1979 for a few farewell shows at Max’s Kansas City with drummer Ty Stix sitting in for Nolan. The resulting live album Live at Max's Kansas City '79 is considered a punk classic. The Heartbreakers' song, London Boys, is a swipe at the Sex Pistols, in response to the Pistols' New York, a put-down of the New York Dolls.
The band re-formed occasionally to play at New York clubs until the death of Johnny Thunders in 1991. Jerry Nolan died a few months later, in 1992. Live shows often consisted of songs performed with the New York Dolls or taken from Johnny Thunders' solo career. Richard Hell rarely plays music live, concentrating instead on writing and spoken-word performances. Billy Rath's whereabouts are currently unknown, leading to various rumors such as that he died or became a priest. Walter Lure still performs about once a month with his band the Waldos, performing mostly Heartbreakers songs
I Love You
The Heartbreakers Lyrics
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The way I'm lookin' at you whatever
You keep lookin' at me
You gettin' scared now, right?
Don't fear me baby, it's just destiny
It feel good right?
Listen
From the club, your front face
It's kind of weird to me
Since you're so fine
If it's up to me your face will change
If you smiling, that should set the tone
Just be limber
If you let go, the music should groove your bones
Just remember
Sing this song with me
Ain't nobody love you like I love you
You're a good girl and that's what makes me trust ya
Late at night, I talk to you
You will know the difference when I touch you
People are so phony
Nosy 'cause they're lonely
Aren't you sick of the same thing?
They say so and so was dating
Love you or they're hatin'
When it doesn't matter anyway
'Cause we're here tonight
If you smiling, that should set the tone
Just be limber baby
If you let go, the music should groove your bones
Baby just remember
Sing this song with me
Ain't nobody love you like I love you
You're a good girl and that's what makes me trust ya
Late at night, I talk to you
You will know the difference when I touch you
Yeah, you know I can make ya happy
I could change your life
If you give me that chance
To be your man
I won't let you down baby
If you give me that chance
To be your man
Here baby, put on my jacket
And then
Maybe we'll fly tonight (I just wanna love you baby)
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Maybe we'll fly tonight (I just wanna love you baby)
Girl
Ma, what you wanna do?
I'm in front of you
Grab a friend, see I can have fun with two
Or me and you put on a stage show
And the mall kids, that's how to change low
From them you heard "wow, it's the same glow"
Look at me, I say "yeah, it's the same dough"
We the same type, you my air of life
You have sleepin' in the same bed, every night
Go rock with me, you deserve the best
Take a few shots
Let it burn in your chest
We could ride down
Pumpin' N.E.R.D. in the deck
Funny how a few words turn into sex
Play this free, joint called "brain"
Ma, take a hint
Make me swerve in the lane
The name Malicious
And I burn every track
Clipse and J. Timberlake
Now how heavy is that?
Maybe we'll fly tonight (I just wanna love you baby)
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Maybe we'll fly tonight (I just wanna love you baby)
Girl
Ain't nobody love you like I love you
You're a good girl and that's what makes me trust ya
Late at night, I talk to you
You will know the difference when I touch you
Break this down
You know, I used to dream about this when I was a
little boy
I never thought it would end up this way, [drums]
It's kind of special right? yeah
You know, you think about it
Sometimes people just destined
Destined to do what they do
And that's what it is
Now everybody dance.
The Heartbreakers' "I Love You" is a smooth hip hop R&B love song. The lyrics express intense admiration and desire for a girl, who the singer perceives to be different from others who are "phony" and "nosy" and not genuinely in love. The singer tells her she can trust him because nobody loves her like he does. The lyrics showcase a deliberate wooing of the girl, urging her to "just be limber" and to let the music set the tone for their love-making.
The song's hook, "Ain't nobody love you like I love you", is a powerful affirmation of love that is repeated throughout the song, creating both reassurance and emphasis. Timbaland's signature percussion-driven production creates a lush and sensual atmosphere that emphasizes the lyrics' message of love and intimacy. The song ends with a call-to-action to dance and celebrate love.
Line by Line Meaning
Just something about you
There's an indefinable quality about you that draws me in
The way I'm lookin' at you whatever
I can't help but gaze at you with admiration
You keep lookin' at me
I notice that you're watching me too
You gettin' scared now, right?
I see you're feeling uneasy about the attention
Don't fear me baby, it's just destiny
I'm not a threat, our connection is simply fate
It feel good right?
Admit it, there's a mutual attraction between us
I kind of noticed, from one night
I observed you one evening
From the club, your front face
I saw you at a club, facing me
It's kind of weird to me
It's strange how drawn I am to you
Since you're so fine
Your beauty is captivating
If it's up to me your face will change
I want to be the reason behind your happiness and smile
If you smiling, that should set the tone
Your smile sets the mood for a good time
Just be limber
Relax and let loose
If you let go, the music should groove your bones
Allow yourself to fully immerse in the music
Just remember
Keep in mind
Sing this song with me
Join me in singing this tune
Ain't nobody love you like I love you
No one can compare to how much I love you
You're a good girl and that's what makes me trust ya
Your character and integrity are why I trust you
Late at night, I talk to you
In the quiet of the night, I confide in you
You will know the difference when I touch you
You'll feel the depth of my feelings when I touch you
People are so phony
Others are often insincere
Nosy 'cause they're lonely
They pry because they're seeking connection
Aren't you sick of the same thing?
Don't you tire of the usual routine?
They say so and so was dating
Gossip often revolves around who's dating whom
Love you or they're hatin'
Opinions surrounding relationships are often divided
When it doesn't matter anyway
In the end, it's irrelevant
'Cause we're here tonight
We should enjoy the present moment
Ma, what you wanna do?
What do you want to do, my dear?
I'm in front of you
I'm present and attentive to you
Grab a friend, see I can have fun with two
Bring a friend along, let's all have a good time
Or me and you put on a stage show
Just the two of us can put on a performance
And the mall kids, that's how to change low
Impressing teens at the mall is the measure of being 'in'
From them you heard 'wow, it's the same glow'
They recognize the same radiance and energy between us
Look at me, I say 'yeah, it's the same dough'
I agree that we share the same wealth of love and connection
We the same type, you my air of life
We're well-matched, you're my breath of fresh air
You have sleepin' in the same bed, every night
We share a deep bond and life together
Go rock with me, you deserve the best
Join me, you deserve the finest experiences
Take a few shots
Have some drinks and loosen up
Let it burn in your chest
Feel the warmth of the alcohol and excitement
We could ride down
Let's take a ride
Pumpin' N.E.R.D. in the deck
Listening to N.E.R.D. on the sound system
Funny how a few words turn into sex
It's amusing how easily words can lead to intimacy
Play this free, joint called 'brain'
Listen to this song called 'brain'
Ma, take a hint
Let me give you a subtle suggestion
Make me swerve in the lane
Distract me, make me lose focus
The name Malicious
Malicious is my name
And I burn every track
I excel in everything I do
Clipse and J. Timberlake
I collaborate with Clipse and J. Timberlake
Now how heavy is that?
That's quite impressive
You know, I used to dream about this when I was a little boy
It may sound unbelievable, but I dreamed of moments like these when I was young
I never thought it would end up this way, [drums]
I never predicted this outcome of drumming success and romance
It's kind of special right? yeah
This situation is unique and significant, don't you think?
You know, you think about it
Reflect on this moment and what it means
Sometimes people just destined
At times, people are fated to be together
Destined to do what they do
Destined to fulfill a certain purpose
And that's what it is
That's the essence of what we share
Now everybody dance.
Let's all dance and celebrate our connection
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHAD HUGO, JUSTIN R. TIMBERLAKE, PHARRELL L. WILLIAMS, GENE THORNTON JR., TERRENCE THORNTON
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