Their 2010 debut album, Good Ol' Fashioned Love entered the UK album chart at #40 upon its first release on November 1, with sales of 5,371 in its opening week. Following a reissue in 2011, the album peaked at #4 and as of 2018 has sold nearly half a million copies. The group has gone on to release six further albums, with five out of the seven peaking within the UK Top 10.
Line-Up Changes:
In 2016, lead singer Timmy Matley was diagnosed with stage three malignant melanoma and two years later died in a drug-related accident. The following April, Lockie Chapman, the group's bass singer, announced his intention to leave to persue other commitments and his last performance with the group was in May 2019. The next month, Welsh singer Jay James was announced as a new member of The Overtones.
Sh-Boom
The Overtones Lyrics
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Do, do, do, do, sh-boom
Life could be a dream (sh-boom)
If I could take you up in paradise up above (sh-boom)
If you would tell me I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Hello, hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again
Bom ba,
Hey nonny ding dong, alang alang alanga
Oh oh oh oh dip, a dibby dobby dip
Oh, life could be a dream (sh-boom)
If only all my precious plans would come true (sh-boom)
If you would let me spend my whole life lovin' you (sh-boom)
Life could be a dream, sweetheart (do do do do sh-boom)
Every time I look at you
Something's on my mind
If you do what I want you to
Baby, we'd be so fine!
Oh, life could be a dream (sh-boom)
If I could take you up in paradise up above (sh-boom)
And tell me darling I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Hello, hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again
Bom ba,
Hey nonny ding dong, alanga langala langala langala
Oh oh dip, a dibby dobby dip
Oh, life could be a dream, life could be a dream sweetheart
Do do do do sh-boom
Do do do do sh-boom
Do do do do sh-boom
Do do do do sh-boom
Za be ba da
Dip da de da dip ba di
Woah oh
Zo be ba be be ba bi
Woah
Zo be ba be be ba
Oh, life could be a dream (sh-boom)
If I could take you up in paradise up above (sh-boom)
And tell me darling I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Hello, hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again
Oh, life could be a dream (sh-boom)
If I could take you up in paradise up above (sh-boom)
And tell me darling I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Hello, hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again
Bom ba
Hey nonny ding dong, alangala langala langala langala (sh-boom)
Oh oh dip a dibby dobby dip
Life could be a dream
Life could be a dream
Do do do do sh-boom
The lyrics to The Overtones' song "Sh-Boom" contain a longing for love, happiness, and a life filled with dreams. The repetition of the phrase "Life could be a dream" creates a picture of hopefulness and possibility. The lyrics express the desire to reach a place of paradise, where love is the only thing that matters. The possibility of being alone, and the fear of losing the person they love is also present in these lyrics. The playful "sh-boom" sound adds to the light and carefree nature of the song.
The line "Every time I look at you, something's on my mind" creates a sense of longing and a deep desire to make a connection with the person they are singing to. The sense of fun and carefree nature of the song is evident in lyrics like "Hey nonny ding dong, alang alang alanga" and "Oh oh oh oh dip, a dibby dobby dip."
The lyrics convey the hopeful possibility of love and the joy it can bring. The song encourages the listener to imagine a life filled with love and passion, where anything is possible.
Line by Line Meaning
Life could be a dream, life could be a dream
Life has the potential to be a wonderful experience, a dream come true.
Do, do, do, do, sh-boom
The feeling of joy or excitement expressed through nonsensical, joyful sounds.
If I could take you up in paradise up above (sh-boom)
Expressing the desire to bring someone to a place where everything is perfect and ideal.
If you would tell me I'm the only one that you love
Asking for validation and confirmation of one's importance in another person's life.
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Reiterating the potential for one's life to be a beautiful and fulfilling experience with the right person by one's side.
Hello, hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again
Joyful reunion with someone and expressing hope for future interactions.
Every time I look at you Something's on my mind
Expressing strong feelings and thoughts towards someone when they are around.
If you do what I want you to Baby, we'd be so fine!
Expressing a desire for cooperation and a partnership to achieve happiness and fulfillment.
If only all my precious plans would come true (sh-boom)
Expressing the desire for all of one's plans and dreams to come true in a joyful, positive manner.
If you would let me spend my whole life lovin' you (sh-boom)
Expressing the desire to devote one's life to loving and being with someone who is special.
Hello, hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again
Continuing to express hope and joy for future interactions with someone special.
Za be ba da Dip da de da dip ba di Woah oh Zo be ba be be ba bi Woah Zo be ba be be ba
Repeating nonsensical sounds and syllables in a joyful manner to express excitement and happiness.
Life could be a dream
Reiterating the potential for one's life to be a beautiful and fulfilling experience.
Lyrics © Roof Music Schallplatten- und Verlags GmbH, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Spirit Music Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: James C Keyes, Carl Feaster, Floyd Mc Rae, Claude Feaster, James W. Edwards
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Life could be a dream, life could be a dream
Do, do, do, do, sh-boom
Life could be a dream (sh-boom)
If I could take you up in paradise up above (sh-boom)
If you would tell me I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Hello, hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again
Bom ba,
Hey nonny ding dong, alang alang alanga
Oh oh oh oh dip, a dibby dobby dip
Oh, life could be a dream (sh-boom)
If only all my precious plans would come true (sh-boom)
If you would let me spend my whole life lovin' you (sh-boom)
Life could be a dream, sweetheart (do do do do sh-boom)
Every time I look at you
Something's on my mind
If you do what I want you to
Baby, we'd be so fine!
Oh, life could be a dream (sh-boom)
If I could take you up in paradise up above (sh-boom)
And tell me darling I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Hello, hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again
Bom ba,
Hey nonny ding dong, alanga langala langala langala
Oh oh dip, a dibby dobby dip
Oh, life could be a dream, life could be a dream sweetheart
Do do do do sh-boom
Do do do do sh-boom
Do do do do sh-boom
Do do do do sh-boom
Za be ba da
Dip da de da dip ba di
Woah oh
Zo be ba be be ba bi
Woah
Zo be ba be be ba
Oh, life could be a dream (sh-boom)
If I could take you up in paradise up above (sh-boom)
And tell me darling I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Hello, hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again
Oh, life could be a dream (sh-boom)
If I could take you up in paradise up above (sh-boom)
And tell me darling I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Hello, hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again
Bom ba
Hey nonny ding dong, alangala langala langala langala (sh-boom)
Oh oh dip a dibby dobby dip
Life could be a dream
Life could be a dream
Do do do do sh-boom
@zoekelly1179
My mum loved them bought album got me loving them she sadly passed away a few month ago I still listen to then n I know shes listening n dancing with me there amazing xx
@jamesatkins5676
I’m sorry about your mom.
@vtza4716
sinto muito por sua mãe
@vtza4716
@@jamesatkins5676 triste :(
@nathancoyle1231
The Overtones are amazing this song is a wonderful song
@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329
I know they are
@michellejeong0121
Listening still 2023 from south korea ?
Who listening? 2023?
@junebermingham9300
Saw them in Dublin a few years ago , they were amazing so good,, R,IP Timmy you will be sadly missed and loved !!
@A1DJPaul
A VERY HAPPY SKIPPY TUNE, Very Retro to the 1979 / 80 Rockabilly Style. in the Style of THE DARTS. & MATCHBOX. Etc. Always Makes me SMILE. GREAT TUNE.
@johnknottenbelt2502
Absolute buzz of a tune ! Lyrics from who knows where & a tune as cool as an Eskimo in a freezer.