The Move evolved from several mid-1960s Birmingham-based groups, including Carl Wayne & The Vikings, The Nightriders & The Mayfair Set. The group's name seems to refer to the move various members of these bands made to form the group. Beside Roy Wood, the original members of the Move were drummer Bev Bevan, bassist Chris "Ace" Kefford, vocalist Carl Wayne & guitarist Trevor Burton.
Their first single, 'Night of Fear' was released in 1966 and was the first in a line of memorable hits penned chiefly by Roy Wood.
'I Can Hear the Grass Grow', 'Blackberry Way' & Flowers in the Rain (the latter being the first record played on BBC Radio 1), are The Move's better known work not forgetting 1971's 'Tonight'. The group became more experimental and innovative as time went on especially on the albums 'Shazam' and 'Message from the Country'.
Several changes left the final line-up in 1971 as Roy Wood, Jeff Lynne and Bev Bevan, evolving into the first incarnation of Electric Light Orchestra which Wood left soon after to form Wizzard.
Walk Upon The Water
The Move Lyrics
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To a place we've been before
We flipped around like a wild machine
Till we stopped down by the store
Someone said
Let's go for a walk upon the water
Let's go for a stroll across the sea
Amidst my thoughts didn't feel inclined
To drift into the bay
By now my friends, could see their minds
As I watched them drift away, all singing
Final boarding time
Now their souls are washed up
Faith destroyed their minds
Better get the Life inspector
Bring along his mind director
You know I'm innocent
I just didn't expect their trip to last
With the gale force that crossed their path
I could see them sinking fast, still singing
Let's go for a walk upon the water
Let's go for a stroll across the sea
First one, follow me
Amidst my thoughts didn't feel inclined
To drift into the bay
By now my friends, could see their minds
As I watched them drift away, all singing
Final boarding time
Now their souls are washed up
Faith destroyed their minds
Better get the Life inspector
Bring along his mind director
You know I'm innocent
I just didn't expect their trip to last
With the gale force that crossed their path
I could see them sinking fast, still singing
This tale of common sense will end on
Please don't drink and drive
Especially when you're driving friends
Along the waterside, still singing
Let's go for a walk upon the water
Let's go for a stroll across the sea
First one, follow me
Amidst my thoughts didn't feel inclined
To drift into the bay
By now my friends, could see their minds
As I watched them drift away, all singing
Let's go for a walk upon the water
Let's go for a stroll across the sea
First one, follow me
Amidst my thoughts didn't feel inclined
To drift into the bay
By now my friends, could see their minds
As I watched them drift away, all singing
Follow me, follow me, follow me
Let's go for a walk upon the water
Let's go for a stroll across the sea
First one, follow me
Amidst my thoughts didn't feel inclined
To drift into the bay
By now my friends, could see their minds
As I watched them drift away, all singing
The Move's song "Walk Upon the Water" tells the tale of a group of friends who decide to take a walk to a familiar spot. They begin to play and dance around before one friend suggests they walk on the water, believing he can lead them. The others follow his lead and start to drift out to sea. The singer, however, is hesitant and does not join in. As he watches his friends' dangerous journey, he realizes the consequences of such reckless behavior. The song concludes with a warning about the dangers of drunk driving, especially when around bodies of water.
The lyrics of this song serve to caution individuals about the consequences of following impulsive decisions that may have severe repercussions. The lyrics speak to the vulnerability of youthful naivety and recklessness, as well as the importance of responsible actions. They remind us of the dangers of following a false sense of power and the importance of staying grounded and aware of our actions.
Line by Line Meaning
My friends and I took a walk today
My friends and I went for a walk today.
To a place we've been before
We went to a place we've been to previously.
We flipped around like a wild machine
We were acting unpredictably or uncontrollably.
Till we stopped down by the store
Until we stopped near the store.
Someone said
An unknown person said something.
Let's go for a walk upon the water
Let's go for a walk on the water.
Let's go for a stroll across the sea
Let's go for a walk across the ocean.
First one, follow me
I'll go first, follow me.
Amidst my thoughts didn't feel inclined
I was thinking and didn't want to do it.
To drift into the bay
To float into the bay.
By now my friends, could see their minds
My friends became aware of their own thoughts.
As I watched them drift away, all singing
I watched them float away while singing.
Final boarding time
It's time to leave and not come back.
Now their souls are washed up
Their spirits are destroyed after what happened.
Faith destroyed their minds
Their belief was shattered, affecting their mental state.
Better get the Life inspector
Get someone to investigate what's going on with their lives.
Bring along his mind director
Bring along someone who can help with their mental state.
You know I'm innocent
I did not cause what happened.
I just didn't expect their trip to last
I didn't think their decision would lead to such consequences.
With the gale force that crossed their path
A strong wind or force affected them.
I could see them sinking fast, still singing
I watched them quickly fall apart, but they were still singing.
This tale of common sense will end on
This story will end with a common sense message.
Please don't drink and drive
Don't consume alcohol and operate a vehicle.
Especially when you're driving friends
Especially when you have passengers with you.
Along the waterside, still singing
By the water's edge, still singing.
Follow me, follow me, follow me
I'm the leader, follow me.
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Written by: ROY WOOD
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