They then signed a record deal with Fontana and had their first hit single in 1963 with "It’s Love That Really Counts", followed in 1964 by their million-selling recording "I Think of You" which gained them their first gold disc. They had two more major hits, "Don’t Turn Around" and "Wishin' & Hopin'". Other successful recordings included "Last Night", "Don’t Let it Happen to Us", "I Love You Yes I Do", "I Stand Accused", "Mister Moonlight", "Really Mystified", "The Fortune Teller", and "Lovely Loretta".
The Merseybeats became well known for their distinctive style of fashion. They were credited as the 'Best Looking Group', dressed in tight-fitting suits with bolero jackets and frilly shirts. Their outfits, complete with high-heeled zip boots, provoked hysteria from their female fans.
They appeared regularly at Liverpool’s world famous Cavern Club and they claim to have appeared there with The Beatles on more occasions than any other band from that era. They were also successful abroad, touring in Germany and the U.S. in 1964, and having their own Merseybeats Show on Italian television.
Wishin' And Hopin'
The Merseybeats Lyrics
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Plannin and dreamin each night of his charms
That wont get you into his arms
So if you're lookin to find love you can share
All you gotta do is
Hold him and kiss him and love him
And show him that you care
Show him that you care just for him
Do the things he likes to do
Wear your hair just for him, cause
Thinkin and a-prayin
Wishin and hopin
Just wishin and hopin and thinkin and prayin
Plannin and dreamin his kiss is the start
That wont get you into his heart
So if youre thinkin how great true love is
All you gotta do is
Hold him and kiss him and squeeze him and love him
Yeah, just do it and after you do, you will be his
(You gotta)
Show him that you care just for him
Do the things he likes to do
Wear your hair just for him, cause
You wont get him
Thinkin and a-prayin
Wishin and hopin
Just wishin and hopin and thinkin and prayin
Plannin and dreamin his kiss is the start
That wont get you into his heart
So if you're thinkin how great true love is
All you gotta do is
Hold him and kiss him and squeeze him and love him
Yeah, just do it and after you do, you will be his
You will be his, you will be his.
The Merseybeats' song "Wishin' and Hopin'" is a classic love song that encourages women on how to attract a man's love. The song suggests that, rather than wishing, hoping, and dreaming, women should show their love and affection through actions, such as holding him, kissing him, and doing things he likes. The lyrics depict a woman who is longing for the man's love and tries to get his attention by thinking and praying. She understands that just dreaming about his charms and planning her next move won't get her into his arms or heart. So, the song advises her that it takes more than just romantic ideas; it takes genuine care and love to win his love.
The first verse shows a girl who is planning and dreaming about the man's love and how to get him. In the second verse, the song advises the girl to stop thinking and hoping, and instead show her love by doing things that he likes. The bridge highlights the importance of showing care and affection through physical touch, as it drives the man to reciprocate love. The final verse repeats the message of the song, emphasizing that true love is achieved by showing care and love.
Overall, the song’s message to girls is straightforward: to get the man of their dreams, they should stop wishing and start acting by showing genuine love and affection for him.
Line by Line Meaning
Wishin and hopin and thinkin and prayin
Merely hoping, thinking, and praying will not help you find love.
Plannin and dreamin each night of his charms
Planning and dreaming about the person you want to love you will not help you win them over.
That wont get you into his arms
Your hopes and dreams alone will not make your desired partner want to be with you.
So if you're lookin to find love you can share
To find love that is genuine and mutual, you need to take action.
All you gotta do is
Finding love requires simple steps that you can take.
Hold him and kiss him and love him
Show affection towards the person you desire.
And show him that you care
Your actions must demonstrate that you genuinely care for your desired partner.
Show him that you care just for him
Your actions must demonstrate that you care for your desired partner specifically.
Do the things he likes to do
Make an effort to understand and enjoy the things that your desired partner enjoys.
Wear your hair just for him, cause
Making changes to yourself can be a way of showing your desired partner that you care about their preferences.
Thinkin and a-prayin
Just thinking and praying won't make things happen.
Just wishin and hopin and thinkin and prayin
Hoping, thinking, and praying alone will not lead to a successful relationship.
Plannin and dreamin his kiss is the start
Planning and dreaming alone cannot lead to a successful relationship.
So if youre thinkin how great true love is
If you believe in true love, you have to take action to make it happen.
Hold him and kiss him and squeeze him and love him
Show your desired partner affection in various ways to communicate your genuine love.
Yeah, just do it and after you do, you will be his
If you follow these steps, your desired partner will be yours.
You will be his, you will be his.
Following these steps will lead to a successful and mutual relationship.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Hal David, Burt Bacharach
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
jane oughton
what a beautiful song sung by a fab band ...such harmonies ....what joy hearing this again .....long live the 60s i was there x
Israel Centre
Love this version!
Blues Boy
A song with this sort of instrumentation and harmonies could only be recorded in the 1960s.
jadejupiter
One of the best merseysound groups. This song and "I think of you" are their best,....in my opinion.
Wizmos
Agree with The Searchers they are my two favourite bands from merseysound era
Fdo SK
i wish i lived those days to enjoy these kind of music..
Nilton Borges
Muito bacana. Não destruiu a intenção do original. Thanks from Brazil.
Sixties Forever
Saw the Merseybeats perform this song just last night (6/3/17) at Weston super Mare. My fourth time of seeing this band play this song.
Janko Mikac
I don"t know why, but this song always reminds me of my apartment renovation
turnpike01
how in the name of God could anyone not like this song?Methinks there are some seriously sick people out there!