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1) The Springfields was a British pop-folk vocal trio of the early 1960s remembered as the launch pad for singer Dusty Springfield.
2) The Springfields was an American indie-pop band from New England active between 1988 and 1991.
1. The Springfields was a British pop-folk vocal trio in the early 1960s, who had success both in the UK, USA and Ireland, but are now best remembered as the launch pad for singer Dusty Springfield.
The trio formed in 1960, when Mary "Dusty" O’Brien joined her brother Dion O'Brien and Tim Feild, who had been working as a duo,"The Kensington Squares". Dion became Tom Springfield, and Mary became Dusty Springfield. Feild was later replaced by Mike Hurst.
Tom Springfield was a songwriter and arranger with a wide knowledge of folk music, and the group had strong vocal harmonies and Dusty’s powerful lead. They were signed to Philips Records and released their first single, "Dear John," in 1961, followed by two UK chart hits with "Breakaway" and "Bambino" – like their other records, produced by Johnny Franz.
In 1962, their version of "Silver Threads and Golden Needles" – which surprisingly was not released as a single in the UK - reached the US Top 20, the first single by a British group ever to do so (predating the Tornados’ “Telstar” by two months, and the Beatles by 15 months). The record also reached # 1 in Australia.
At the end of 1962 they had the biggest hit of their career in Britain, "Island of Dreams", which reached # 5 in the charts, as did the follow-up "Say I Won’t Be There". By this time the Springfields were one of the most popular groups in the UK. However, Dusty Springfield felt increasingly hemmed in by the group's image as a folk act and Tom's lead role within the trio, and towards the end of 1963 decided to leave for a solo career.
Tom Springfield and Mike Hurst also developed successful careers in the music industry, while Tim Feild (as Reshad Feild) later became a prominent mystic and writer.
2: The Springfields was an American indie-pop band from New England, USA, related to Choo Choo Train and Velvet Crush. They released several 7" singles between 1988 and 1991 on Bus Stop, Sarah, Seminal Twang; with Matthew Sweet producing their Sunflower single.
Discography:
Sunflower (7") 1988 on The Bus Stop Label - BUS 1
Sunflower (7") Jul 1988 on Sarah Records - SARAH 010
Mini-LP [unreleased] (LP) on Subway Organization - SUBORG 06
Wonder / Tomorrows Ends Today (7") Feb 1991 on Sarah Records - SARAH 040
Reach For The Stars (7") 1991 on Summershine Records - SHINE 005
She Swirls Around Me (7") 1991 on Picture Book Records - PB005
Tranquil (7") on Seminal Twang Records
They were also featured on many Sarah compilations including the label's final release There and Back Again Lane.
The Power of Love
The Springfields Lyrics
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(And it's said, all things return to you in time)
I must have finally opened up to your love
Though I was building a wall at heaven's gate
(Everything comes to those who wait)
You must have found a secret path into my soul
And now you're part of my life
I can't believe that this is mine
I want to understand this change in me
Is it the Power Of Love
Is it the Power Of Love
Is this the Tao of Love
I feel the Power Of Love
Caught up in the famous paper chase
(In your eyes, I saw how I never fell from grace)
I must have finally opened up to your love
And I heard the battle's not always to the strong
(The race is not always to the fleet)
And the one who seeks to pluck the stars
Will miss the jewels at his feet
Blinded by momentary power
We almost had the final hour
I'll never know what caused the change in me
Was it the Power Of Love
Is it the Power Of Love
Is this the Tao of love
I feel the Power Of Love
Is it the Power Of Love
Is it the Power Of Love
Is this the Tao of love
I feel the Power Of Love
And I thought anything for the cause is worth the price
(Losing you was the sharp edge of the knife)
Now no more fear, the way is clear
I know you are the power in my life
So better late than never
'Cause this heart is yours forever
I'll never know what caused the change in me
Was it the Power Of Love
Is it the Power Of Love
Is this the Tao of love
I feel the Power Of Love
Is it the Power Of Love
Is it the Power Of Love
Is this the Tao of love
I feel the Power Of Love
I think that somewhere along the line
(And it's said all things return to you in time)
I must have finally opened up to your love
The Springfields' "The Power of Love" delivers a message about the impact of love and how it transforms individuals. The lyrics detail how the singer noticed a change in themselves, and they cannot pinpoint what caused the change. The opening lines insinuate that they were unable to receive love before because of a metaphorical wall that they had built at heaven's gate. The lyrics suggest that the love of someone they trusted must have found a way around the wall and into their soul. The singer acknowledges that they are part of this person's life and cannot fathom they have found a love that could be theirs. The line "Every light has its time to shine" serves as an encouraging message that everyone has the opportunity to find love if they wait long enough.
The second verse picks up with the singer "caught up in the famous paper chase." However, it is evident that this person had opened up to their partner's love, and they were cognizant of maintaining their grace. They mention hearing the phrase "the battle's not always to the strong," which serves as another nod to the importance of persistence, even in the face of a challenge or obstacle. The line "And the one who seeks to pluck the stars will miss the jewels at his feet" emphasizes the importance of realizing the value in one's present situation and not constantly seeking the next best thing, which may not necessarily be an improvement. The singers conclude that they feel the power of love, suggesting that it has transformed their life.
Line by Line Meaning
I think that somewhere along the line
At some point in time, I started being more open to love
(And it's said, all things return to you in time)
As the saying goes, things you do will come back to you eventually
I must have finally opened up to your love
I must have let my guard down and allowed myself to love you
Though I was building a wall at heaven's gate
Even though I was creating barriers in my life that were hard to break down
(Everything comes to those who wait)
Slowly but surely, good things will come to those who have patience
You must have found a secret path into my soul
You were able to find your way into my heart even though I was closed off
And now you're part of my life
You've become an important part of my existence
I can't believe that this is mine
I'm so grateful for this love that we share
Every light has its time to shine
Everyone has a moment to flourish and show their greatness
I want to understand this change in me
I'm trying to comprehend the shift in my feelings towards you
Caught up in the famous paper chase
Getting tangled in the race for success and fame
(In your eyes, I saw how I never fell from grace)
But then I looked into your eyes and saw how I was still pure and innocent
And I heard the battle's not always to the strong
I learned that having strength doesn't guarantee success
(The race is not always to the fleet)
Just because you're quick, it doesn't mean you'll win the race
And the one who seeks to pluck the stars
Those that want to attain the unattainable
Will miss the jewels at his feet
Will overlook the precious things that are within reach
Blinded by momentary power
Being caught up in fleeting power and losing sight of what is truly important
We almost had the final hour
We almost reached the end, but we were able to turn things around in time
I'll never know what caused the change in me
I may never fully understand why I started to love you so much
(Losing you was the sharp edge of the knife)
The thought of losing you made me realize how much I needed you
Now no more fear, the way is clear
I'm no longer scared and the path ahead is visible
I know you are the power in my life
I recognize that you are the source of the strength in my life
So better late than never
It's better to take action late in the game than to never do it at all
('Cause this heart is yours forever)
Because my heart belongs to you for eternity
Is it the Power Of Love
Could it be that love is what's been driving these changes in me?
Is this the Tao of Love
Is this what people mean by the philosophy of love?
I feel the Power Of Love
I can sense the overwhelming and transformative force of love
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Wolfgang Detmann, Jennifer Rush, Mary Susan Applegate, Gunther Mende
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