The Knickerbockers were discovered in Albany, New York by Jerry Fuller and signed to Challenge Records. In 1966, The Knickerbockers released their only Top 20 hit with the song 'Lies'. The Knickerbockers soon followed up with the single 'One Track Mind' yet never found the same success as Lies'.
The Knickerbockers were also known for sounding very similar to The Beatles. In the single 'Lies', everything from their sound to the personality of Buddy Randell made many people think they were a Beatles spin-off, however, The Knickerbockers just claim they were a strong influence.
Since disbanding in the early 1970's, they reformed twice. Once in 1983 and once in 1990. Sadly, in 1998, Buddy Randell passed away cancelling any plans for a third Knickerbocker reunion.
To date, The Knickerbockers currently re-issue albums on Sundazed Records, a record company ran out of Coxsackie, New York.
Stick With Me
The Knickerbockers Lyrics
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And that's alright with me
Cause as it burned, it was you and me
And that's alright with me
In the eye of this hurricane
At the gates of eternity
I know, if it's you and me
Ooo
Ooo
I've been a prince, a king and a fool
They were alright with me
I'd give them all, for one day with you
That's forever to me
In the eye of this hurricane
At the gates of eternity
I know, if it's you and me
That's alright with me
Ooo
Ooo
Ooo yeah
Ooo
Oh oh ooo
I saw the world crumbling
And that's alright with me
Cause as it burned, it was you and me
And that's alright with me
That's alright with me, darling
That's alright with me
The Knickerbockers' "Me!" is a song that centers around the idea of an apocalyptic world, where the singer finds solace in the fact that he is with his lover. As the world crumbles around them, he finds comfort in the idea that as long as they are together, everything will be alright. The song's lyrics reveal that the singer has been many things in the past – a prince, a king, and even a fool – but none of those titles seem to matter in the face of his love for this person. He would trade it all for just one day with his lover.
The second verse implies a deeper meaning – the singer is at the gates of eternity or at the end of his life reflecting back on his choices. He knows that he has made mistakes and lived a full life, but the only thing that really matters at the end of it all is the love that he has shared with his partner. The song conveys a sense of urgency and passion as the singer pleads with his lover that being in each other's company is enough to weather any storm.
Overall, the song is a beautiful tribute to the power of love, highlighting how it can sustain and provide hope even in dire circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
I saw the world crumbling
Despite witnessing the destruction of the world, I am at peace with it.
And that's alright with me
I am accepting of the world's demise.
Cause as it burned, it was you and me
I found comfort in the fact that we were together as the world was destroyed.
And that's alright with me
Having you by my side during the chaos gives me solace.
In the eye of this hurricane
Amidst the turmoil of life, I find myself at peace.
At the gates of eternity
Standing at the threshold of the afterlife, I am at peace.
I know, if it's you and me
I am confident that with you, I am content and at peace.
That's alright with me
Having you in my life brings me comfort and happiness.
I've been a prince, a king and a fool
I've experienced various stages in life, from great success to foolishness.
They were alright with me
Despite my different identities and experiences, I am content with who I am.
I'd give them all, for one day with you
I value my time with you more than all my past experiences combined.
That's forever to me
The love and memories we share will last a lifetime in my heart.
That's alright with me, darling
I am content and at peace with you by my side, my love.
That's alright with me
Being with you brings me contentment and happiness.
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: KOLBY KNICKERBOCKER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
hyde5011
What a great song. Sounds like 10 musicians playing.
spacepatrolman
they did Harlem Nocturn by Earl Hagen they should have done I Spy by him too
Anthony A.
Searching for a bad Knickerbockers song, still haven't find it yet
Robert Preston
Stick with me Renatexx