In early 1985, the group appeared on Saturday Night Live, where they performed both of their rockin' singles. The band decided to capitalize on their success with a summer tour of the United States. However, Robert Palmer used this success to record a solo album, 'Riptide', which featured its own hit singles and incorporated a similar dance-ready rock style. As a result, Palmer left The Power Station and did not tour with the band. Later on, this split, with some members of Palmer's ex-group saying that Palmer took their "sound", led to public expressions of personal animosity.
Taking in Michael Des Barres, an actor and vocalist formely with Silverhead and Detective, the Power Station underwent highly popular tours. On July 13, 1985, the group performed at Live Aid, with Michael Des Barres' singing receiving praise. Later that year, the band appeared on an episode of Miami Vice, which was entitled "Whatever Works".
In 1996, the original band reformed to write and record "Living In Fear". This time, it was bass player John Taylor who left the group before "Living In Fear" was released. He was replaced by producer Bernard Edwards, former bass player with Chic. The band was preparing to tour when Edwards died suddenly of pneumonia. The band toured briefly with replacement bassists before splitting up again 1996
On September 26, 2003, Robert Palmer died of a massive heart attack. Less than two months later, drummer Tony Thompson died of renal cell carcinoma (kidney cancer). Of the original group, only John Taylor and Andy Taylor survive.
The Power Station's music is still performed occasionally by Duran Duran. The band played "Some Like It Hot" on their 1987 "Strange Behaviour Tour" as well as while on tour in 2006. They also performed "Bang A Gong" during their 1989 tour. The Power Station's music also receives considerable airplay on many classic rock oriented stations.
Get It On
The Power Station Lyrics
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Trying to hold back this feeling for so long
And if you feel like I feel, come on, oh come on
Lets get it on, ahhh baby
Lets get it on, lets love baby
Lets get it on, sugar, lets get it on whooo
Baby, no no no
And givin yourself to me, can never be wrong
If the love is true, oh baby
don't you know how sweet and wonderful life can be
I'm askin you baby, to get it on with me
I ain't gonna worry, I ain't gonna push
won't push you baby
So come on,come on, come on, come on, come on baby
Stop beatin round the bush
Hey, lets get it on
Lets get it on
You know what I'm talkin about
Come on baby, hey, let yout love come out
If you believe in love, lets get it on
Whooo, lets get it on baby, this minute, ah yeah
Lets get it on, please
Please get it on
Hah, hey
Were all sensitive people with so much to give
Understand me sugar
Since we got to be here , lets live
I love you
I know you know what I've been dreamin of
don't you baby
My whole body wants you
In the name of love
Oh hit me
I ain't gonna worry, no I ain't gonna push
I won't push you baby
Come on,come on, come on, come on, come on darlin
Stop beatin round the bush
Oh, gonna get it on right with you baby
I want to get it on
You don't have to worry
That its wrong
If the spirit moves you let me groove you, good
Let your love come down, get it on, come on baby
Do you know I mean it, got no strength to fight it
Hey, oh you want to have , some good lovin, oh and pretty good times, oh yeah
don't just talk about it everybody, start gettin it on
Oh oh wouldn't you rather make l
ove, than to fight
Let's get it on, baby, tonight
The lyrics to The Power Station's "Get It On" is a steamy and passionate invitation to love. The song's opening lines, "I've been really tryin' baby / Tryin' to hold back this feeling for so long," set the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is yearning for physical intimacy and is ready to take the relationship to the next level. The chorus, "Let's get it on, ahhh baby / Let's get it on, let's love baby / Let's get it on, sugar, let's get it on whooo," is a direct plea to their lover to indulge in their desires without any hesitations.
The lyrics explain that there is nothing wrong with loving someone, and if it is true love, then physical intimacy can never be wrong. The singer reminds their lover of how sweet and wonderful life can be if they give in to their desires. The lyrics also suggest that both parties are sensitive and have a lot to give. They encourage their lover to understand them and live in the moment with them.
In conclusion, "Get It On" is a passionate and romantic invitation to love. The lyrics are an expression of someone who has been holding back their feelings for a long time and is ready to take the relationship to the next level. The song encourages the listener to give in to their desires and enjoy the pleasure of physical intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been really tryin baby
I've been wanting to express my feelings to you for a long time now
Trying to hold back this feeling for so long
It's difficult to suppress what I'm feeling
And if you feel like I feel, come on, oh come on
If you're feeling the same way as I do, let's not waste time anymore
Lets get it on, ahhh baby
Let's indulge in our feelings for each other
Lets get it on, lets love baby
Let's not restrain ourselves and express our love
Lets get it on, sugar, lets get it on whooo
Let's give our love a chance and see where it takes us
there's nothing wrong with me lovin you
It's all right for me to love you
Baby, no no no
There's no need to be afraid of our love
And givin yourself to me, can never be wrong
Being with me is never a mistake
If the love is true, oh baby
If our love is genuine, there's nothing to fear
don't you know how sweet and wonderful life can be
Life is beautiful when you're with someone you love
I'm askin you baby, to get it on with me
I'm inviting you to start this journey with me
I ain't gonna worry, I ain't gonna push
I won't force you into anything you don't want to do
won't push you baby
I respect your boundaries
So come on,come on, come on, come on, come on baby
Let's take this chance and see how it goes
Stop beatin round the bush
Stop being hesitant and take the leap with me
Hey, lets get it on
Let's express our love for each other
You know what I'm talkin about
You understand the depth of my feelings
Come on baby, hey, let yout love come out
Let your love show and don't hide it
If you believe in love, lets get it on
If you believe in love like I do, let's make it happen
Whooo, lets get it on baby, this minute, ah yeah
Let's not waste any more time and start now
Lets get it on, please
Please join me in expressing our feelings for each other
Please get it on
Let's make love with each other
Hah, hey
I'm excited at the prospect of being with you
Were all sensitive people with so much to give
We're both compassionate individuals with a lot of love to share
Understand me sugar
Please understand my feelings and emotions
Since we got to be here , lets live
Let's make the most out of our time together
I love you
I'm deeply in love with you
I know you know what I've been dreamin of
You understand my fantasies and desires
don't you baby
Please don't pretend you don't understand
My whole body wants you
My physical and emotional desire for you is overwhelming
In the name of love
Out of love for you
Oh hit me
Please reciprocate my feelings
Do you know I mean it, got no strength to fight it
My feelings for you are genuine and I can't suppress them any longer
Hey, oh you want to have , some good lovin, oh and pretty good times, oh yeah
Let's make love and enjoy each other's company
don't just talk about it everybody, start gettin it on
Let's not just talk about it, let's take action
Oh oh wouldn't you rather make l
Don't you want to make love with me?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Marc Bolan
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Retro Russ
The band's name was no joke. Each member put out some serious musical energy, and it shows. Top tier talent.
Andrew Atkin
Those drums!
Robb Nutter
The Power Station was also the name of the studio...that's where the name came from...
James Arduini
This was a true supergroup. I would have loved to hear more of them. RIP Tony Thompson and Robert Palmer
JOHN HEALY
100% CORRECT BIG GUY!
Brian Flynn
Andy Taylor and Tony Thompson kill it. Robert Palmers vocal is spectacular
David G.
We're going to lose Andy Taylor soon. Inoperable Stage 4 Prostrate cancer. He was unable to receive his R&R Hall of Fame Award because of his health. But he is living his last days to the fullest. God speed Andy.
Lemmy Kilmister had the same affliction and death. In Andy's name, Please donate to the Prostate Cancer Foundation.
Jeff Wolinski
And JT is kicking ass with that bass line!!!
cats meow
@davidg.9932 That... and miracles 🙏🏽
J Dogggg
Andy is now coming back strong thanks to recent miracle, targeted therapies. Check out the most recent updates. It’s fantastic news. He was basically on death’s doorstep a year ago. Now he’s making plans. 🙏🙏