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)
She Looked My Way
The Hollies Lyrics
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Playing sound for the noisiest crowd
Did I care
I didn't even know why I was there
Sick and tired of the same old scene
Had my share of that same old routine
Like before I kept on hoping there was something more
When she looked my way
A simple glance and she had made my day
She looked my way
Was there a chance she wanted me to stay
Why didn't I go to her
Why didn't I speak to her
Why did I let her go away
Looked again but I found she had gone
So my heartache just kept going on
Through the night my heart and I remembered that first sight
I thought I found the love that I'd been dreaming of
When she looked my way
A simple glance and she had made my day
She looked my way
Was there a chance she wanted me to stay
Why didn't I go to her
Why didn't I speak to her
Why did I let her go away
When she looked my way
A simple glance and she had made my day
She looked my way
Was there a chance she wanted me to stay
She looked my way
A simple glance and she had made my day
The Hollies's song "She Looked My Way" is a classic pop-rock ballad that tells the story of a man who is searching for something new in his life. The song begins with the singer talking about how he was at a party where the music was loud and the crowd was noisy but he didn't even know why he was there. He was tired of the same old routine and was hoping for something more in his life.
Then, he sees a beautiful woman who looks his way and everything changes. The singer is filled with hope and excitement as he wonders if there is a chance that she wants him to stay. He is confused and unsure of what to do, and as a result, he lets her slip away.
The chorus repeats the same lyrics, which emphasizes the idea that this moment was significant to the singer. The woman's glance meant so much to him, but he could not bring himself to speak to her, which has left him with a feeling of regret.
"She Looked My Way," is a melancholic song, and it tells a story that people can relate to. It's about missed opportunities, regret, and the struggle to find love. The power of a simple glance is significant in this song, and it's a reminder that sometimes the smallest moments in life can have the biggest impact.
Line by Line Meaning
All around me the music was loud
The surrounding music was excessively noisy
Playing sound for the noisiest crowd
The music was for the loudest bunch of people
Did I care
I was indifferent to the situation
I didn't even know why I was there
I had no idea why I showed up there
Sick and tired of the same old scene
I was bored of the repetitive setup
Had my share of that same old routine
I had enough of the mundane pattern
Like before I kept on hoping there was something more
Just as before, I was wishing for something new
Then anyone could see there was a change in me
A change in me was visible to everyone present
When she looked my way
She caught my attention by glancing at me
A simple glance and she had made my day
Her look had a positive and significant impact on my day
Was there a chance she wanted me to stay
I wondered if she had any interest in me being there
Why didn't I go to her
I regret not approaching her
Why didn't I speak to her
I regret not conversing with her
Why did I let her go away
I regret letting her leave without interacting with her
Looked again but I found she had gone
I searched again, but she was already gone
So my heartache just kept going on
My emotional pain persisted
Through the night my heart and I remembered that first sight
Throughout the night, I thought about seeing her for the first time
I thought I found the love that I'd been dreaming of
I believed that I had found the love I had been longing for
She looked my way
Her glance directed towards me
A simple glance and she had made my day
Her mere look had a pleasant impact on my day
Contributed by Maya T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Poopaloo55
Allan and lads harmonizing as only they can...it's lovely! Thanks a million!
@veraluciasc
ALLAN's voice is wonderful, I love it!
@brendanaschinski-bp9dj
Such a handsome man and so talented love that voice
@lindabergman3127
Beautiful 😁✋✋✋✋I've Never heard this prize!! Their Harmony has always astounded me😍😍😍
@tessflores785
First time to hear the song.
Fantastic harmonies ! love Allan.
The Hollies don't disapponit
@veraluciasc
Beautiful music! very nice! Your photos are wonderful. ALLAN's voice is superb. Thanks for the video.
@rosaliecooper3707
Love my Hollie’s greatest band ever❤
@tammybennett4193
I💯 agree I Love The Hollies The Greatest Band Ever in The Whole Universe ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@tammybennett4193
I Love The Hollies 4Ever ❤❤❤❤❤❤
@tammybennett4193
God Bless The Hollies Always 💖🕊💯🌹🐑🐟🍞🌈🌻🦋🎶🎼🎸🙏💒