Once Poole had left, and after a couple of near misses, rhythm guitarist and keyboard player Alan Blakely took over leadership of the group, and Len 'Chip' Hawkes (father of 1990s hitmaker Chesney Hawkes) replaced bassist Alan Howard. They started an even more successful hit run in 1967 with Cat Stevens' “Here Comes My Baby”; “Suddenly You Love Me”, “Hello World”, and “My Little Lady”, and their number-one recording of an old Four Seasons' B-side “Silence Is Golden”. Both this last single and “Here Comes My Baby” also entered the U.S. Top Twenty. All members shared vocals, though most of the songs featured either Hawkes or drummer Dave Munden as the lead singer. Guitarist Ricky West sang lead vocal on "Silence Is Golden". Their regular hits were accompanied by frequent appearances on BBC's Top of the Pops television programme. Their songs were popular with younger music fans and parents rather than rock music fans. Altogether, without Poole the group had nine UK Top Twenty hits.
“Me and My Life” was a hit in 1970, but the group did themselves no favours when an interview in the weekly paper Melody Maker quoted them as calling the fans who had bought their earlier singles 'silly suckers'. Their album Master failed to sell well, and they had no British hits after "Hello Buddy" in 1971.
After the hits
Their music is still available on CD, and they quite often play concerts and are part of the pop-revival shows that constantly tour the UK. Their line-up changed several times from 1972 onwards, with Munden remaining the only constant member. Hawkes pursued a solo career for a while, and Blakely produced records for other acts, including the Rubettes and Mungo Jerry. In 1983 the original quartet reformed and narrowly missed the charts with their cover version of the Europop hit "Words".
As a soloist, Poole failed to chart with subsequent records, but pursued a successful cabaret career. In 1996 his daughters Karen and Shellie hit the charts as post-Alanis Morissette popsters Alisha's Attic. Blakely died from cancer in June 1996, leaving Munden and West to continue in concert with newer recruits Dave Fryar (bass) and Joe Gillingham (keyboards). In 2005 Fryar was replaced by Jeff Brown.
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The Class Of 64
In April 2004, at the request of The Animals who were about to do their 40th anniversary tour, Hawkes was asked to form a band to tour with The Animals. This he did, bringing together a true supergroup also including Mick Avory (ex-The Kinks), Eric Haydock (ex-The Hollies), who have teamed up to perform as The Class of 64, also featuring guitarists, Telecaster Ted Tomlin and Graham Pollock. The band have toured around the world, recorded an album of past band hits and a new single.
Number One
The Tremeloes Lyrics
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And I think of home
I wonder if you remember
Did you ever know
Walshie-walshie-walshie-walshie
Places I dream about
Then I can follow the sun
You will be with me
I know you will give me a
Hand to get everything done
Call me number one
Call me number one
Will I be afraid to tell you
That I'm coming home
I'm ready to take the highroad
I've been away to run
Walshie-walshie-walshie-walshie
Places I dream about
I will be getting out
Then I can follow the sun
You will be with me
I know you will give me a
Hand to get everything done
Call me number one
Call me number one
Places I dream about
I will be getting out
Then I can follow the sun
You will be with me
I know you will give me a
Hand to get everything done
Places I dream about(Walshie)
I will be getting out(Call me)
Then I can follow the sun(Number one)
You will be with me(Walshie)
I know you will give me a(Call me)
Hand to get everything done(Number one)
The lyrics to The Tremeloes's song Number One speak of the longing to return home and the anticipation of being reunited with a loved one. The opening verse paints a vivid picture of raindrops on windows, which can evoke feelings of comfort and nostalgia. The singer wonders if the person they long to see again remembers them, and if they ever knew the depth of their feelings.
In the chorus, the singer declares a desire to be acknowledged as the number one in someone's life. They express a hope that their loved one will be there to support them as they navigate the challenges of returning home, and following their dreams. The repeated "Walshie-walshie-walshie-walshie" is likely a playful ad-lib or an inside reference among the band members.
The verses and chorus are each repeated twice, emphasizing the yearning for homecoming and the reassurance of companionship. The song overall conveys a sense of optimism and determination, and the belief that with the support of loved ones, anything is possible.
Line by Line Meaning
I picture the rain on windows
I imagine the raindrops hitting the windows, creating a peaceful and calming atmosphere
And I think of home
This sight reminds me of my home and makes me nostalgic
I wonder if you remember
I'm curious if you remember this feeling of being at home during rainy weather
Did you ever know
Did you ever experience this feeling of nostalgia and peace?
Places I dream about
There are places that I yearn for and wish to visit in my future
I will be getting out
I plan to make my way out of my current situation and go explore these places
Then I can follow the sun
Once I'm free and able to explore, I can chase the sunshine and new experiences
You will be with me
I believe that you'll be beside me, supporting me and helping me conquer any challenges I face
I know you will give me a
I have faith that you will provide me with the resources and encouragement I need to succeed
Hand to get everything done
Together, we can achieve anything we put our minds to
Call me number one
Acknowledge my potential and believe in me like I do. Call me the best, because I have the strength and motivation to succeed
Will I be afraid to tell you
Am I hesitant to inform you that I'll be coming back home soon?
That I'm coming home
I'm returning to my roots and where I feel most comfortable
I'm ready to take the highroad
I'm prepared to make the right choices and stay on a positive path
I've been away to run
I've been away from home to escape my problems and find myself
Places I dream about(Walshie)
These are the places that I constantly visualize and long to visit
I will be getting out(Call me)
I'll escape from my current situation and you can call me number one for having the courage to do so
Then I can follow the sun(Number one)
Once I'm free from my burdens, I can chase my dreams and become the best version of myself
You will be with me(Walshie)
I strongly feel that you'll accompany me on this journey and help me through any obstacle that comes our way
I know you will give me a(Call me)
I trust in your support and believe you'll acknowledge my potential by calling me number one
Hand to get everything done(Number one)
Together, we will achieve our dreams and become unstoppable
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALAN BLAKLEY, LEN HAWKES
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Als Call Me (Number One)
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erschien war ich fast 15 Jahre alt.
Ich war begeistert und infiziert von der Musik der Tremeloes.
Und es ging Schlag auf Schlag weiter mit Hits von ihnen.
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@alecjefferson6993
The good old days Glad I was there 🥰👍🇬🇧🏴Can we have them Back Please 🧐
@tonyapthorpe1751
RIP Dave Munden, the best ever lead singer and drummer.
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Incredible
@Robert-te3mj
Yes he was best song call me number 1
@richardduplessis1090
I like him. I'm sorry he's gone.
@garrywood5345
One the great and fun groups of the 1960s will always remember the