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.
Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever
The Tremeloes Lyrics
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Every night and day
I had to live the life of a lonely one (Lonely one)
I remember meeting you
Discovering love could be so true
Shared by two 'stead of only one (Only one)
(When you said you loved me)
And we could not be parted
(We could not be parted)
And I build my world around you
(Build my world around you)
And I'm so thankful that I found you, because
Loving you has made my life sweeter than ever
Well, I never felt like this before
Loving you made my life sweeter than ever
Each night I see we'll never part
'cause the love within my heart
Grows stronger, but baby (Baby)
As best I can, how I try
To reassure and satisfy
'Cause I'd be lost if you went away (Went away)
'Cause I really need you
(Really, really need you)
And I need for you to need me, too
(Need for you to need me, too)
And I build my world around you
(Build my world around you)
And I'm so thankful that I found you, because
Loving you has made my life sweeter than ever
Yes, it has
Loving you made my life sweeter than ever
'Cause I really love you
(Really, really love you)
And I'm thankful that you love me, too
(Thankful that you love me, too)
And I build my world around you
(Build my world around you)
And I'm truly glad I found you, because
Loving you made my life sweeter than ever
Loving you made my life so much sweeter than ever
Loving you.
The Tremeloes's song "Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever" is a nostalgic love song about the transformation of the singer’s life after falling in love with his partner. The lyrics detail his life before meeting his love and how lonely it was. However, after discovering true love with his partner, he felt complete and things were not the same for him anymore. His partner’s love had made his life sweeter than ever and he had built his world around her. The song highlights his gratitude for finding someone who loves him and who he loves deeply. He also reveals his fear of losing her, his need for her and the importance of her love.
Moreover, the song emphasizes the concept of a shared love that grows stronger each day. The singer ensures his partner that his love for her is genuine, and he tries his best to satisfy her, hoping that she will do the same for him. The chorus repeats the main idea; loving his partner has made his life sweeter than ever, and he has never felt like this before. The song portrays the singer’s profound emotions and shows that true love changes people’s lives forever.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember till before we met
Before we met, my life was lonely and I was missing something.
Every night and day
Throughout every day and night, I longed for someone to share my life with.
I had to live the life of a lonely one
I was living a solitary life filled with loneliness and longing.
I remember meeting you
The moment I met you is etched in my memory forever.
Discovering love could be so true
Meeting you showed me that real love and true companionship exist.
Shared by two 'stead of only one (Only one)
Together we share a love that was once only a dream for me, being alone.
When you said you loved me
I was overjoyed when you expressed your love for me.
(When you said you loved me)
And we could not be parted
Our love was so strong that we couldn't possibly be separated.
(We could not be parted)
And I build my world around you
You are the center of my universe and everything else revolves around you.
(Build my world around you)
And I'm so thankful that I found you, because
I am grateful that I met you, because you have changed my life for the better.
Loving you has made my life sweeter than ever
Being in love with you has made my life happier and more fulfilling than I ever thought possible.
Well, I never felt like this before
This love I feel is unlike anything I've ever experienced before.
Each night I see we'll never part
Every night, I am reassured that we will always stay together in love.
'cause the love within my heart
My heart is filled with an intense love for you that will never fade.
Grows stronger, but baby (Baby)
My love for you only continues to grow stronger and stronger every day, my dear.
As best I can, how I try
I do my best to make sure our love stays strong and healthy.
To reassure and satisfy
I want to reassure you that my love for you is unwavering and satisfy you as best I can.
'Cause I'd be lost if you went away (Went away)
If you ever left, I'd be lost without you, as you are an integral part of my life and happiness.
'Cause I really need you
I need you more than anything else in the world.
(Really, really need you)
And I need for you to need me, too
I also need you to feel the same way about me, that you need me as much as I need you.
(Need for you to need me, too)
And I'm so thankful that I found you, because
Once again, I express my gratitude for having you in my life and bringing so much love into it.
Yes, it has
Loving you made my life sweeter than ever
Our love has helped to sweeten and enrich my life in so many ways.
'Cause I really love you
This is a constant reminder of just how much I truly love you.
(Really, really love you)
And I'm thankful that you love me, too
I am also grateful that you share the same love and affection for me as I do for you.
(Thankful that you love me, too)
And I'm truly glad I found you, because
Once again, I express my heartfelt appreciation for finding such an amazing partner and soulmate in you.
Loving you made my life so much sweeter than ever
Your love and companionship have truly added a new level of sweetness and joy to my life like nothing else could.
Loving you.
This is my ultimate expression of love and devotion to you, my darling.
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@andresihotang2314
This song is way way ahead of its time. Look at the melody changes in the verses, then the built-up into chorus, plus of course the chorus. It sounds like pop song from the 1980's, not from the 60's
@MrModelworx
Beautiful harmonies and Dave bless him, singing and drumming is very difficult, but to sing that well is very impressive.
R. I. P Dave and Alan
@mr.2cents.846
They lived fuller lives than most of us.
@carmencornelianastase1240
Beautiful song , beautiful Memories !🎶✨🌟
@oscargilbertocardenaslara8912
Yes!!
@andrewrobinson2565
Never seen them "live", only on TOTP. Brilliant. Perfectly rehearsed.
@elleni4499
Loving You THE TREMELOES NOW AND THEN IT'S SWEETER THAN EVER ❤️
@mkruup
They are good!
@robertgray6459
Just wonderful 😎👍
@john111257
Great version, and live too