In 1981, record producer Ken Gold came up with the idea to record a single made up of a medley of 60s songs. The medley trend was in full swing at this time, following the success of Starsound and their Stars on 45 singles. He put together a group of male/female session singers and released "Back to the 60s" under the title Tight Fit. The song became a hit in the Summer and reached No.4 in the UK Charts. A follow-up, "Back to the 60s Part 2" was released soon after and also hit the UK top 40.
Later in the year record producer Tim Friese-Greene recorded the song "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" with another group of session singers. The song was released in early 1982 again under the title Tight Fit. The song gained instant attention and so a group was formed to front it. Dancer, singer and male model Steve Grant was teamed up with female singers Denise Gyngell and Julie Harris. The song reached No.1 in the UK for three weeks and the line-up were catapulted into sudden and unexpected stardom.
Satisfied that this line-up could actually sing in their own right, Friese-Greene produced their next single, "Fantasy Island" - a song which had been in the Dutch Eurovision Song Contest heats. The song, in a very similar vein to pop group ABBA, also became a success and reached No.5 in May.
The group then set about recording an album as well as rehearsing for their first tour. A third single was released in August. "Secret Heart" wasn't as big as a success as the previous two and stalled at No.41. The debut album was released soon after, but coincided with both Harris and Gyngell leaving the group. Both unhappy with their contract, they claimed that they weren't receiving any royalties from their hits and were being paid a paltry wage to tour the world as well as recording sessions, TV appearances and magazine interviews. Swiftly, two new female singers were employed to take their place and the group released another single, "I'm Undecided" - a song from the album, with new vocals. The song failed to make the UK Charts and this signalled the end of Tight Fit's brief pop stardom. In an interview, Harris stated that the public didn't take to the new line-up and had she and Gyngell been still with the group, it would have likely been a hit.
The following year, Tight Fit released one more single - a cover of Stephen Stills' "Love the One You're With". Under the banner Steve Grant with Tight Fit, the song completely missed the chart and the group duly split-up.
Secret Heart
Tight Fit Lyrics
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Can you imagine how I'd feel if you were mine
Though once I know that its not make believe
Its plain to see that you've got something over me
You hold the key to my secret heart
Just turn the lock
And we could be lovers after dark
Secret heart
Just turn the lock
And we could be lovers after dark
Secret heart
With other girls its just been physical
So many times before I never cared at all
With you I realise what love can be
And I can feel that you've got something over me
You hold the key to my secret heart
Just turn the lock
And we could be lovers after dark
Secret heart
You hold the key to my secret heart
Just turn the lock
And we could be lovers after dark
Secret heart
You hold the key to my secret heart
Just turn the lock
And we could be lovers after dark
Secret heart
You hold the key to my secret heart
Just turn the lock
And we could be lovers after dark
Secret heart
You hold the key to my secret heart
Just turn the lock
And we could be lovers after dark
Secret heart
You hold the key to my secret heart
Just turn the lock
And we could be lovers
The lyrics of Tight Fit's "Secret Heart" reveal a yearning for love that has stood the test of time. The first stanza posits that no other love has been as enduring as the love the singer is feeling, and imagines what it would be like if the person they are addressing were theirs. The second stanza is introspective, reflecting on past relationships that were simply physical and acknowledging that with this person, they have discovered what love can truly be.
The chorus talks about the addressee holding the key to the singer's secret heart, implying that there is a vulnerability or guardedness that only this person can unlock. The repeated refrain of "just turn the lock and we could be lovers after dark" suggests a sense of urgency and passion, as if the singer is willing to let go of their guard and pursue a more intimate connection once the key is turned.
Overall, the lyrics of "Secret Heart" convey a mix of yearning, vulnerability, and passion. The song seems to express a desire for a deeper connection based on more than just physical attraction, and a willingness to take a risk if the right person comes along.
Line by Line Meaning
No other love has stood the test of time
I haven't felt a love like this before that has lasted a long time
Can you imagine how I'd feel if you were mine
I daydream about how happy I would be if we were together
Though once I know that its not make believe
Although at first I wasn't sure if this was real, now I know it is
Its plain to see that you've got something over me
It's obvious that you have a hold on me, I can't resist you
You hold the key to my secret heart
You have access to my deepest and most private emotions
Just turn the lock
Just give me a sign that you feel the same way and I'll open up to you
And we could be lovers after dark
We could share intimate moments together at night
With other girls its just been physical
In the past, my relationships with other girls were based only on physical attraction
So many times before I never cared at all
In those past relationships, I didn't feel any emotional connection
With you I realise what love can be
Now that I'm with you, I understand the true meaning of love
And I can feel that you've got something over me
I sense that you have a strong hold on my heart and emotions
You hold the key to my secret heart
You have access to my deepest and most private emotions
Just turn the lock
Just give me a sign that you feel the same way and I'll open up to you
And we could be lovers after dark
We could share intimate moments together at night
You hold the key to my secret heart
You have access to my deepest and most private emotions
Just turn the lock
Just give me a sign that you feel the same way and I'll open up to you
And we could be lovers after dark
We could share intimate moments together at night
You hold the key to my secret heart
You have access to my deepest and most private emotions
Just turn the lock
Just give me a sign that you feel the same way and I'll open up to you
And we could be lovers after dark
We could share intimate moments together at night
You hold the key to my secret heart
You have access to my deepest and most private emotions
Contributed by Lucas F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mathewhorodner2000
I remember when my voice was never heard
Many listened but they never heard the words
In my mind, I can travel back in time
Relive the memories that kept my faith alive
In every heart there's a time machine
If you believe in your memory
Trace every place you've been
You'll know what it means
In every heart beats a time machine
Where you can be what you want to be
Love is your memory
You can relive your life
Looking back on all the changes
I have made
I may have stumbled but
I never lost my way
Now I feel
All the world is on my side
When I remember
There's a special place inside
In every heart there's a time machine
If you believe in your memory
Trace every place you've been
You know what it means
In every heart beats a time machine
Where you can be what you want to be
Love is your memory
You can relive your life
Now that your eyes are open
You can explore each moment
For you are the only one
That knows where your life should lead
In my mind
I can travel back in time
Relive the memories
That kept my faith alive
In every heart there's a time machine
If you believe in your memories
Trace every place you've been
You'll know what it means
In every heart beats a time machine
Where you can be what you want to be
Love is your memory
You can relive your life
In every heart there's a time machine
If you believe in your memories
Trace every place you've been
You'll know what it means
In every heart there? s a time machine
(In every heart beats a time machine)
Where you can be what you want to be
(Where you can be what you want to be)
(Love is your memory)
In every heart
(Heart)
@TheMrSunshineboy
Dear "Tight Fit", thank you! I have LP record back at my parents house. ~30 years passed and I never saw a music clip... till now. You are amazing! "Undecided", "Fantasy Island" and "Secret Heart" was my best songs. I must admit, that your voices are very much in tune and harmonious. As a child, I played your songs for hours (offcourse the "Lion sleeps tonight" too). So, I say thank you for my childhood has been charmed by the sounds of your music and voices.
@rubencampos3654
I finally found this song and video after 30+ years! They used to broadcast it in TV everyday as I got back from school. Thank You!
@kapatron1
A nice reminder of 1982, and their best song which I've never forgotten.
@paulsmith2577
Bought this the day it was released. Still love it.
@ropa511
Ahhh the 80's! Where did all the glamour go???? Perfect to listen to on a warm sultry night.....
@MrsOliva
Это один из самых-самых красивых клипов.
Что значит Венеция !
@neilthompson7665
Looking back at this 30 yrs on.....It so should of been another top ten hit.At the time I never understood why it failed to chart any higher and still don't now.Bought it along with all the other singles,the album and saw them in concert.Crumbs I really was a fan.....Still have a tour brochure and a poster magazine somewhere!
@kennywinston8025
The Monkees also recorded this song too and did it pretty good as well.
@maverick283
Bought this back in 1982 and it's a shame it never made the UK Top 40 - was just as good as their other hits if not better :)
@rjjcms1
It actually got in number 41,in August 1982.