They recorded for the major Jamaican producers at the time, including Coxsone Dodd of Studio One fame. The Heptones had a number of Jamaican hits for Studio One, including "Pretty Looks Isn't All", "Fattie Fattie" and "I Hold the Handle." They went on to record with Joe Gibbs, Harry J (Harry Johnson), and Rupie Edwards. In 1977, they recorded "Party Time" for Lee Perry, one of Perry's finest productions, which included a version of Bob Dylan's "I Shall Be Released."
Sibbles left the group in 1977 to start a successful solo career. He was replaced by Naggo Morris. After Sibbles left, the group's popularity waned. The original trio reunited in 1995 and released Pressure! produced by Tappa Zukie
Sea Of Love
The Heptones Lyrics
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To the sea, the sea of love
I wanna tell you how much I love you
Do you remember the time we met?
That's a day I know I won't forget
I wanna tell you how much I love you
Do you remember the time we met?
That's a day I know I won't forget
I wanna tell you how much I love you
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Come with me to the sea of love
Do you remember the time we met?
That's a day I know I won't forget
I wanna tell you how much I love you
I love you
Oh I love, I love you
I love you
I love you
The Heptones' "Sea of Love" is a romantic and tender love ballad that expresses the depth of love between two people. The song calls to the loved one to come to the sea of love, a metaphorical place where the couple can share their love for one another. The song is a celebration of love and the joy it brings to life.
The opening lines "Come with me my love, to the sea, the sea of love" set the theme and tone of the song, with the singer inviting his love to join him in an idyllic and dreamy setting. The line "I wanna tell you how much I love you" is a simple yet powerful declaration of love, emphasizing the importance of expressing feelings in a relationship. The lyrics take the listener on a journey through the couple's love story, reminiscing about the day they met and how it was unforgettable. The repetition of the line "Do you remember the time we met?" highlights the significance of that moment in the couple's lives, and the fact that they want to relive it again and again.
Overall, the song is a beautiful expression of love that captures the essence of a deep and meaningful relationship. The Heptones' smooth and soulful harmonies add to the romantic atmosphere of the song, making it a timeless classic.
Line by Line Meaning
Come with me my love
Join me and let's embark on a journey of love together
To the sea, the sea of love
Let's explore the vast and deep ocean of our love
I wanna tell you how much I love you
I long to express the intensity and depth of my love for you
Do you remember the time we met?
Do you recall the memorable moment when we first encountered each other?
That's a day I know I won't forget
It is a memory that is deeply etched in my mind and heart
Come with me to the sea of love
Let's continue to explore the boundless expanse of our love and deepen our connection
I love you
My profound and sincere feelings for you can only be expressed through these three simple words
Oh I love, I love you
I am overwhelmed by the power of my feelings for you and I cannot help but express them repeatedly
I love you
My love for you is unconditional, irrevocable, and everlasting
Writer(s): George Khoury, Philip Baptiste
Contributed by Isabelle Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kay Van Cooten
I just love the frequency of the chord changes. Well written with excellent production. โค๐ถ
Ramesh Singh
The vibes on this track are truly magical. This riddim and voices are truly great!
Christopher Sharp
Pure magic. This is jamaica at its purest.
Nasheka Medley
I remember my grandmother playing this record when I was a young girl. I sure miss the good ole days of reggaeย
Jason Williams
That's true girl
Vanroy Rogers
@Jason Williams you want a rating of you and blue
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marlon strachan
There will never be music like this again. I remember growing up in Jamaican and hearing these classic song.
maxine taylor
Oh god he has a wicked voice ๐๐ผ๐๐โค๏ธ๐๐๐ผ
italrel
Leroy Sibbles
keladry12
I was hoping that this was the same song that cat power did. It was. And then this version was SO MUCH BETTER. SOOOO MUCH. I <3 the Heptones. SO AMAZING.