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)
Do You Believe in Love
The Hollies Lyrics
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Do you believe in love
There ain`t no doubt about it
Everybody`s gonna jump up and shout
About do you believe in love
[Chorus ]
Taking a walk down in the street
Someone who believes in love,
Someone who
Going together hand in hand
Don`t need a reason
Don`t mess around, you gotta do it right
Do it right, you can stay all night
[Chorus]
Do you believe in love
The Hollies hit song "Do You Believe in Love" is a classic example of upbeat pop rock with a catchy chorus that's hard to resist. The song poses a simple question to the audience, "Do you believe in love?" and reminds us that it's a question worth asking. The repetition of the verse and the chorus establish that there is no doubt about the answer, and that everyone "is going to jump up and shout about" their belief in love.
The song is a call to action for all lovers to get out there and find someone who also believes in the power of love. The lyrics encourage couples to go on romantic walks, hold hands, and stay out all night if they want to. There's an element of urgency to the message, as if time is short and we all need to make the most of the time we have to experience love. The song is an ode to the feeling of love and all the joy it brings, as well as a reminder to never stop believing in its power.
Overall, The Hollies' "Do You Believe in Love" is a catchy, upbeat tune that encourages people to embrace love and all its possibilities. It's a song that's hard not to dance to and a reminder that love is always worth taking a chance on.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you believe in love
Asking the listener about their faith in love.
Do you believe in love
Repeating the question for emphasis.
There ain`t no doubt about it
Asserting that love is unquestionable.
Everybody`s gonna jump up and shout
Claiming that love is universal and exciting.
About do you believe in love
Referencing back to the original question.
Taking a walk down in the street
Suggesting a way to potentially find someone to love.
There`s bound to be someone you can meet
Encouraging the listener not to give up hope.
Someone who believes in love,
Hoping to find a compatible partner who shares the same values about love.
Someone who
Leaving the subject open-ended for the listener to fill in.
Going together hand in hand
Describing the ideal image of a couple in love.
Don`t need a reason
Stressing that love doesn't require a logical explanation.
Don`t mess around, you gotta do it right
Urging the listener not to take love lightly.
Do it right, you can stay all night
Reinforcing the importance of treating love with respect and care.
Do you believe in love
Closing the chorus by repeating the central question.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALAN CLARKE, TERRY SYLVESTER, TONY HICKS
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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.