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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.
Wonder
The Springfields Lyrics
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Coming direct from Venus and Mars
The intergalactic show in the stars
Step right up
To the biggest show of all
The Intergalactic Circus Of Wonders
Step right up
Come on in
There's a show that's about to begin
The Intergalactic Circus Of Wonders
From the deepest parts of space
Well traversed from place to place
The most fantastic
Supergalactic show
Light the lights and sound the horn
There's a show that's just been born
The most spine tingling
Better than Ringling show
Tripos up
Man is out
Give and cheer and give a shout
The Intergalactic Circus Of Wonders
Welcome boys and come on girls
To the show those crazy worlds
The intergalactic circus of wonders
From the deepest parts of space
Well traversed from place to place
The most fantastic
Supergalatic show
Light the lights and sound the horn
There's a show that's just been born
The most spine tingling
Better than a ringling show.
Intergalactic, Intergalactic, Intergalactic - OOH
Intergalactic, Intergalactic, Intergalactic Circus of Wonders
Step right up
One and all
To the biggest show of all
The Intergalactic Circus Of Wonders
The Intergalactic Circus Of Wonders
The Intergalactic Circus Of Wonders
Circus of wonders
One more time
Circus of wonders
Circus of wonders
Hurry hurry
Don't want to miss it
hurry hurry
Don't want to miss it
hurry hurry
Don't want to miss it
hurry hurry
Don't want to miss it
The Springfields' song Wonder is a playful and whimsical tribute to the circus, but with an intergalactic twist. The lyrics describe a fantastical event that is not just a traditional earthly circus but a space-age extravaganza, coming "direct from Venus and Mars" and "from the deepest parts of space." The chorus encourages listeners to step right up and join in on "the biggest show of all," the "Intergalactic Circus of Wonders." The song is filled with references to all the classic elements of the circus, from "light the lights and sound the horn" to "trapezes up." However, the song adds to this sense of excitement by situating the circus within a universe that is far beyond our own.
The lyrics to "Wonder" are simple and straightforward, but their message is one of unbridled enthusiasm and joy. The song celebrates the idea of a world beyond our own, a place where anything is possible and the limits of our imagination can be pushed to their ultimate limit. By painting this picture of an interstellar circus, The Springfields are inviting listeners to dream big and imagine all the wonderful possibilities that such a place could hold. Ultimately, the song is a call to join in on the fun and experience the wonder for ourselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Coming to you from beyond the stars
We are bringing you this show from a place that is beyond imagination or comprehension.
Coming direct from Venus and Mars
Our performance originates from the most far-off and unknown planets in our solar system.
The intergalactic show in the stars
This is a grand spectacle that takes place in outer space and is unparalleled in its grandeur and scale.
Step right up
Come forward with excitement and readiness to experience this show.
One and all
Everyone is welcome to join and participate in this display of wonder.
To the biggest show of all
This is the largest and most magnificent show that you could ever witness.
The Intergalactic Circus Of Wonders
Our performance is a cosmic and awe-inspiring exhibition that could only take place in the vast expanse of space.
Come on in
Enter and join the show.
There's a show that's about to begin
The spectacle is just about to start, and you don't want to miss any of it.
From the deepest parts of space
This performance has been traveling from the furthest reaches of the universe to be here.
Well traversed from place to place
The show has been journeying through the galaxy, visiting many extraordinary locations.
The most fantastic
This is unquestionably the most incredible and out-of-this-world experience you will ever have.
Supergalactic show
This is an enormous and spectacular display that is entirely beyond our earthly understanding.
Light the lights and sound the horn
Let us illuminate the show with brightness and excitement and announce the start with a loud horn.
There's a show that's just been born
This show is brand new and has never been seen before.
The most spine tingling
This is a performance that will give you goosebumps and make your heart race with excitement.
Better than Ringling show
This show is far superior to any ordinary circus, and cannot be compared.
Tripos up
Be amazed and astounded by all of the wonders that you are about to see and experience.
Man is out
This show is so fantastic and otherworldly that it transcends any human understanding.
Give and cheer and give a shout
Feel free to be loud, joyous, and enthusiastic in your responses to the show.
Welcome boys and come on girls
Everyone is welcome to join this incredible performance, regardless of gender.
To the show those crazy worlds
This performance takes place on worlds and universes so strange and wild that they can only be described as 'crazy.'
Intergalactic, Intergalactic, Intergalactic - OOH
This show is on a scale and level that is beyond anything that we can normally comprehend or fathom.
Circus of wonders
This is a show that is full of incredibly astonishing and breathtaking sights and sounds.
One more time
We are about to repeat our message and ask you to join us once again in the performance.
Hurry hurry
Don't waste time or hesitate – you don't want to miss this show!
Don't want to miss it
Join us and be a part of this truly remarkable and otherworldly performance.
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@konrakk
Wonderful!
@cockatoomagnet583
Amazing tune
@ianburma
wonderful
@brandonlarratt8761
hail twee pop !!!!
@pPpPancakes
Sounds very Stone Roses-esque
@mohaidar13
Does anyone know the lyrics?
@viking1au
Not the original Springfields, who were very distinctive.