Frequent releases during the mid-60s included many cover versions of popular songs, as well as a few group-penned hits and many songs written especially for them by professional songwriters.
The Hollies were formed in 1962 in Lancashire, England. By 1965,the group had been established as one of Britain's pre-eminent singles bands. As part of the British Invasion, they enjoyed huge chart success in many countries in the mid-Sixties, releasing a string of classic harmony-pop hits including Bus Stop I'm Alive, a UK No. 1, I Can't Let Go, Stop Stop Stop, Carrie Anne, On A Carousel, Look Through Any Window, and Jennifer Eccles.
In 1972, the hit Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress reached #2 in the US. Their last mega hit was He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother, hitting #1 in the UK in 1988 (albeit 19 years after its first release).
The band are noted for their longevity, with their 2006 tour chalking up 45 years. Despite numerous changes in line-up, Tony Hicks & Bobby Elliott have been with the band almost from its inception.
Lead singer Allan Clarke left The Hollies in 1971, though he rejoined the band at later times. He was eventually replaced by Carl Wayne, ex lead singer of The Move, who passed away in 2004. Wayne was replaced by Peter Howarth. The 2007 line up is, Ian Parker on keyboards, Ray Stiles (Ex Mud, remember 'Tiger Feet') on bass guitar and Alan Coates on guitar and vocals by Steve Lauri.
Original bass player Eric Haydock died in January 2018.
The Hollies were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on March 15, 2010.
Allan Clarke (vocals, 1962-71, 1973-99), Graham Nash (guitar, vocals, 1962-68, 1983), Eric Haydock (bass, 1962-66), Vick Farrell (guitar, 1962), Don Rathbone (drums, 1962-63), Tony Hicks (guitar, banjo, mandolin, electric sitar, vocals, 1963-present), Bobby Elliott (drums, percussion, 1963-present), Bernie Calvert (bass, 1966-81), Terry Sylvester (guitar, vocals, 1969-81), Mikael Rickfors (vocals, 1971-73), Denis Haines (bass, 1981-86), Alan Coates (guitar, 1981-2004), Ray Stiles (bass, vocals, 1986-present), Ian Parker (keyboards, vocals, 1991-present), Carl Wayne (vocals, 2000-04), Peter Howarth (vocals, acoustic guitar, 2004-present), Steve Lauri (guitar, vocals, 2004-present)
Blue in the Morning
The Hollies Lyrics
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Early in the morning, one of these days
Oh Yeah
Well, you're gonna want me
Early in the morning
When I'm away
Hey, hey, Don't ya know
Yes, you'll be sorry for the times I cried
You'll be sorry for the times you lied
Well, you're gonna miss me
Early in the morning, one of these days
Well, ya know a rolling stone, (rolling stone)
Don't gather no moss (gather no moss)
And ya cross your bridge (cross your bridge)
When it's time to cross (time to cross)
Well, ya broke my heart (broke my heart)
When ya said goodbye (said goodbye)
Now the milk is spilt but, you're gonna cry
Yeah, early in the morning
You're gonna know,
That I was right
Oh, yeah
Yeah
Early in the morning
When there's nobody
To hold you tight
Oh, oh, oh
Well, you're gonna want me, want me bad
You're gonna miss, the best man you ever had
Yes, you're gonna miss me
You're gonna want me
One of these days
Oh, yeah
Well, you're gonna want me, want me bad
You're gonna miss, the best man you ever had
Yes, you're gonna want me
You're gonna miss me
One of these days
The Hollies' song "Blue in the Morning" is a poignant ode to the singer's ex-lover who he believes will deeply regret their separation. The song's lyrics suggest that the ex-lover will come to realize the significance of their former relationship only after the singer has moved on. The opening lines, "Well, you're gonna miss me, Early in the morning, one of these days," set the underlying theme. The singer believes that his former partner will eventually realize what she's lost and miss him dearly.
The second verse provides some insight into the singer's current mindset. He believes that he has been wronged and suggests that his ex-partner will eventually come to regret her actions. The lyric, "You'll be sorry for the times I cried, You'll be sorry for the times you lied," suggests that the singer has been hurt by the breakup and implies that his ex is responsible for his distress. The third verse provides some closure to the song by suggesting that the singer has moved on, and his ex will come to regret her actions when she's left to face the consequences of her mistakes.
In conclusion, "Blue in the Morning" is a powerful song that speaks to the pain of separation and the regret that often follows. The singer's heartfelt vocals and poignant lyrics combine to create a memorable and timeless track that continues to resonate with listeners today.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you're gonna miss me
Early in the morning, one of these days
The singer warns the listener that they will regret taking them for granted and missing their presence, especially in the morning.
Well, you're gonna want me
Early in the morning
When I'm away
The singer predicts that the listener will realize how much they need and desire them in the morning, when they are already gone.
Yes, you'll be sorry for the times I cried
You'll be sorry for the times you lied
Well, you're gonna miss me
Early in the morning, one of these days
The singer asserts that the listener will feel remorse for causing them pain and being dishonest with them, and will ultimately miss them in the early morning.
Well, ya know a rolling stone, (rolling stone)
Don't gather no moss (gather no moss)
And ya cross your bridge (cross your bridge)
When it's time to cross (time to cross)
Well, ya broke my heart (broke my heart)
When ya said goodbye (said goodbye)
Now the milk is spilt but, you're gonna cry
The artist uses a proverbial phrase to suggest that it is better to take action when one needs to instead of being indecisive. The artist also expresses that the listener caused them emotional pain and regrets their actions, but it is too late now.
Yeah, early in the morning
You're gonna know,
That I was right
Oh, yeah
Yeah
The artist is confident that the listener will eventually realize that they were correct about their predictions, and acknowledges their own accuracy.
Early in the morning
When there's nobody
To hold you tight
Oh, oh, oh
The singer describes a time when the listener will feel alone and vulnerable, possibly implying that they deserve to feel regret for their actions.
Well, you're gonna want me, want me bad
You're gonna miss, the best man you ever had
Yes, you're gonna miss me
You're gonna want me
One of these days
The singer reiterates that the listener will deeply desire their presence and will realize that they had a valuable relationship with them, eventually wanting them back.
Oh, yeah
Well, you're gonna want me, want me bad
You're gonna miss, the best man you ever had
Yes, you're gonna want me
You're gonna miss me
One of these days
The artist restates their previous assertions, emphasizing that the listener will yearn for and possibly regret losing the best relationship they ever had with the artist.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CHARLES MILLER, HAROLD RAY I. BROWN, HOWARD E. SCOTT, JERRY GOLDSTEIN, LE ROY L. JORDAN, LEE OSKAR, MORRIS DEWAYNE DICKERSON, SYLVESTER ALLEN
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Philip Kassabian
on Carrie Anne
A nice and catchy song by The Hollies.
Philip Kassabian
on Bus Stop
Yet another great Hollies song.
Philip Kassabian
on Stop Stop Stop
One of the best bands from the 60's no doubt.