1) The Par… Read Full Bio ↴Three groups have recorded under the name "The Paragons".
1) The Paragons was an influential rocksteady band from Kingston, Jamaica, operating in the 1960s.
2) The Paragons was a doo wop group perhaps best known for their 1957 single Florence.
3.) Charlotte, NC, '60s garage band. "I saw Abba late last night."
1) If you're familiar with the song "The Tide Is High" you probably know it as a huge hit for Blondie, but before Deborah Harry and company got a hold of it, it was a 1960s hit in for the Paragons. Formed in Kingston Jamaica, the Paragons were originally made up of Garth "Tyrone" Evans, Bob Andy, Junior Menz, and Leroy Stamp. In 1964, just before they broke big in Jamaica, Stamp was replaced by John Holt, and Menz (who left to join another Jamaican vocal group the Techniques) was replaced by Howard Barret. The early Paragons sound is heavily influence by American soul music and the singing is in the familiar tight, interlocking harmony style of Jamaican vocal trios and quartets of the early '60s. In 1964, the group caught the attention of legendary producer Coxsone Dodd who immediately brought the group to Jamiaca's famous Studio One and under the watchful eyes and ears of Duke Reid (who became the group's mentor) cut a succession of popular singles such as "Love At Last" and "Good Luck and Goodbye" for Reid's label Treasure Isle.
Not long after this first flush of success Bob Andy quit the group and the Paragons stopped recording as John Holt (who by this point had emerged as the group's leader) decided that the group should soften their soulful sound and go for a more root-heavy rock steady approach. It turned out to be a good idea as the Paragons became the most popular rock-steady vocal act in Jamaica and in Britain. But money problems, specifically issues over why the group wasn't rich after more than a dozen number one Jamaican hits, led to the band's breakup. Of the members only John Holt went on to have a significant solo career. Still, the Paragons recordings, including "The Tide Is High," are some of the most wonderful and sublime moments in Jamaican pop.
When the Lights Are Low
The Paragons Lyrics
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Let me feel your arms around my waist
Let the music play, louder every day
My love, when the lights are low
You set my heart aglow
Tell me that you love no-one but me
Say sweet things to me and we'll agree
My love, when the lights are low
You set my heart aglow
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Let the music play, louder every day
My love, when the lights are low
You set my heart aglow
When the lights are low
You set my heart aglow
When the lights are low
You set my heart aglow
The Paragons' song When the Lights Are Low is a classic love song that primarily speaks about a couple's love for each other. The song is an invitation to a lover to come closer and share a romantic, intimate moment when the lights are low. The opening lines "Let me feel your lips press against my cheek, Let me feel your arms around my waist" signify a desire for skin-to-skin contact and affection. The song portrays the love and affection the singer feels towards his partner, who he wants to assure that he is the only person he loves, by asking her to "tell me that you love no-one but me."
The song repeats the chorus twice, emphasising the music playing louder as the lights get lower. The repetition of the chorus helps to build the romantic momentum, with the music and lights setting the mood for the lovers, making the singer's heart glow with love. The tempo of the song remains steady throughout, further emphasising the intimacy and closeness between the couple.
The lyrics of the song When the Lights Are Low portray a romantic and intimate moment between two lovers. The singer expresses his love for his partner as they share a beautiful moment together. The song is a reminder of the power of music in creating a romantic mood, and the need for physical affection in nurturing a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me feel your lips press against my cheek
I want to feel your affection and love through your touch on my cheek
Let me feel your arms around my waist
I want to feel your embrace and closeness around my body
Let the music play, louder every day
Let us enjoy our love and passion more with the addition of music, increasing in volume as we become more passionate
My love, when the lights are low
My love, when we are in a more intimate setting with dim lighting
You set my heart aglow
You make my heart fill with warmth and happiness
Tell me that you love no-one but me
Assure me that you have devoted your love and loyalty exclusively to me
Say sweet things to me and we'll agree
Express your affection to me in sweet words and we will be in mutual agreement
When the lights are low
In a more intimate and private atmosphere
You set my heart aglow
You make my heart fill with warmth and happiness
Writer(s): Carter Benny, Williams Spencer
Contributed by Leah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@leonleiffer1915
NUFF RESPECT to you but this recording by THE PARAGONS is for TREASURE ISLE record and produce by the LEGENDARY Duke Reid,
Most of the top notch singer's and musicans of that time recorded for STUDIO ONE, CLEMENT "COXSON" DODD ,
And TREASURE ISLE RECORD, DUKE REID.
yes, I do agree that THE PARAGONS vocals was most enchanting melody,
Please check out: SLIM SMITH, LLOYD CHARMERS ,
JIMMY RILEY:
AKA
THE UNIQUES
singing "Gypsy Woman"
THE BLACKSTONES
@mariwamalashvili
I love this song I listened it first time in obx season 3 episode 9 <3
@dantegrifff5962
same, so much emotion in it and different feelings.
@glenndiinha
Ep 8*
@Bhaavish2801
Ssme here
@madr9d239
same
@main1146
Episode 8😊
@main1146
One of the only songs on OBX I’ve searched up! Incredible! And topper is a menace
@nahriahrivera
All the guys on that show are a menace lol except for pope😭
@LilXDior
yeah he is
@FenyxLy
Topper represents every simp😂