Their 60s hits included: "I'll Never Find Another You", "A World of Our Own" , "The Carnival is Over" (which the Seekers sung at various closing ceremonies in Australia, including Expo '88 and the Paralympics), "Someday One Day", "Walk With Me", "Morningtown Ride", and "When Will The Good Apples Fall". Their tune "Georgy Girl" in particular served as the title song of the film of the same name. These songs have had significant airplay on 'oldies' radio stations over the years.
Bruce Woodley and The Rain, The Park and Other Things's "I Am Australian", which has been recorded by The Seekers, and by singer Judith Durham with Russell Hitchcock and Mandauway Yunupingu, has become an unofficial Australian anthem.
Chilly Winds
The Seekers Lyrics
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Goin' where those chilly winds don't blow
I'm goin' where I've never been before, oh baby
Goin' where those chilly winds don't blow
I'm goin' where I'll never have the blues, oh baby
Goin' where I'll never have the blues
I'm gonna leave this hammer, leave this line and you, oh baby
Chilly winds are driving me away, oh baby
Chilly winds are driving me away
I'll go and find the sun again someday, oh baby
Chilly winds are driving me away
Who's gonna love you when I'm gone
When I leave this lonesome town?
I'm goin' away to find my home
Where those chilly winds don't blow
I'm goin' where those chilly winds don't blow, oh baby
Goin' where those chilly winds don't blow
I'm goin' where I've never been before, oh baby
Goin' where those chilly winds don't blow
Goin' where those chilly winds don't blow
Goin' where those chilly winds don't blow
The lyrics to The Seekers' song "Chilly Winds" speak of the desire to escape from a place of hardship and sadness. The singer expresses a longing to go where the cold and harsh winds do not blow, where they will never feel lonely or blue. The opening line immediately establishes this desire as the main theme of the song. The repetition of this line throughout the song emphasizes the singer's longing to leave their current situation behind and seek a better life elsewhere.
The lyrics also reflect the pain and hardship of leaving behind a loved one, with the singer asking "Who's gonna love you when I'm gone?". This provides a bittersweet and melancholic undertone to the song, as the singer must leave their loved one behind to seek a better life. However, the singer's resolve to find a new home where they will never feel lonely or blue is a powerful message of hope.
Overall, "Chilly Winds" speaks to the universal human desire for a better life, and the courage it takes to pursue that dream. The lyrics are simple but effective in conveying the singer's emotions and desire for change.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm goin' where those chilly winds don't blow, oh baby
I'm leaving a place of hardship and suffering, seeking a better life where I don't have to face difficult circumstances
Goin' where those chilly winds don't blow
I'm seeking a place of warmth, happiness, and positivity
I'm goin' where I've never been before, oh baby
I'm embarking upon a new journey in search of change and adventure
Goin' where I'll never have the blues, oh baby
I'm looking for a place where I can find inner peace and contentment, free from sadness and loneliness
Gonna leave this hammer, leave this line and you, oh baby
I'm leaving behind a part of my past, including my work and relationships, to start anew
Chilly winds are driving me away, oh baby
The harsh realities of life are pushing me to strive for a better future
I'll go and find the sun again someday, oh baby
I am hopeful that I will find happiness and success after overcoming my struggles
Who's gonna love you when I'm gone
The artist is expressing concern for their loved one's well-being when they leave
When I leave this lonesome town?
The artist is leaving a place of loneliness behind
I'm goin' away to find my home
The artist is searching for a place where they belong and feel at peace
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Keith Leon Potger
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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This is and has always been the Seekers' sound, with Judith Durham. Some songs are group harmonies as here in "Chilly WInds"; in most songs Judith is lead, but there are also numerous songs where Bruce Woodley is lead and Judith is background. There are also a few Seekers' songs where each member sings a solo verse, such as in "This Train". The Seekers are one of the few groups that one can listen to for hours, due to the group's amazing versatility, diversity & wonderful unique sound!
Jimmy Phelan
I am from ireland and belive judith is the best female artist i ever listened to what a lovely voice she is in heaven singing to all angels now god bless jim
Donna King
The don't need a big production to sound great. Love these with no lead, just harmony.
larry vermeer
they are great here just in there harmony to my sister donna
Osvaldo Schilling
This recording is a jewel of harmony and interpretation. One can actually feel the winds blowing.
Jeff Schroeder
They make it all sound so easy on this recording. I especially love the quiet spots.
Matt C
I had this on a 3-LP set but don't have it ... I'm glad to have it again although the other version was different.
dalinean
I remember listening to this when I was a kid (in the 60's and early 70's) This must have been before they consolidated their 'sound' Judith is happily singing support. thanks
KingstonWelrow
Beautiful :))
Jane Pang
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