Charles began her career as a backing vocalist and session artist, and recorded her first solo single in 1969 with a then-unknown Elton John singing backing vocals. In 1971 she made a record called "Joe" (about a little puppy).
She provided the lead vocals for 5000 Volts' 1975 disco hit "I'm On Fire". Although not publicly acknowledged as a group member at the time, Charles was considered to have a stronger voice than the group's official lead singer. The song reached number 4 in the UK, and number 26 in the US.
Her big break came in 1975, when Indian-British music composer and producer Biddu, who had just enjoyed massive success worldwide composing the disco hit "Kung Fu Fighting" for Carl Douglas, composed and produced the single "I Love to Love" for her. The single spent three weeks at number one on the UK singles chart in February 1976 and was major hit around the world. Biddu's collaboration continued on a future album and other huge hits like "Dance Little Lady Dance". Further hits, like "Love Me Like a Lover", "Dr. Love", "Rendezvous" and "Love Bug", made her a star throughout Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, but she was never able to achieve success in the US.
By 1979 her career was somewhat in decline, and disco music was losing some of its public appeal. She married and had a child, and devoted herself for some years to family life, putting her singing career on the back burner.
In the mid 1980s she had a resurgence with a remix of "I Love to Love" which was produced by Sanny X. Since 2000, Charles has performed throughout Europe where disco music and her hit singles have been reappraised, and she has become a popular live performer.
Tina enjoyed yet another comeback as she was featured on a Top 5 Billboard hit called "Higher" in 2006, a song which was produced by longtime friend and associate Sanny X. She also signed a record deal in the US with Wizard Records, releasing an album entitled Listen 2 the Music in 2008.
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I Love To Love
Tina Charles Lyrics
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But my baby just loves to dance
He wants to dance, he loves to dance, he's got to dance
Oh I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance
Oh I love to love
But there's no time for our romance
No no no oh
I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance
The minute the band begins to swing it
He's on his feet to dig it
And dance the night away
Stop I'm spinning like a top
We'll dance until we drop
But if I had my way
Oh I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance
He wants to dance, he loves to dance, he's got to dance
Oh I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance
Oh I love to love
But he can give our love a chance
No no no oh
Oh I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance
Stop I'm spinning like a top
We'll dance until we drop
But if I had my way
Sundown instead of going downtown
We'll stay at home and get down
To what I'm tryin' to say
I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance yes he does
I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance, yes he does
I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance yes he does
I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance yes he does
I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance yes he does
The song "I Love to Love" by Tina Charles is a catchy tune that speaks of the dilemma of two people in love with different interests. Tina loves love, and she expresses it so sweetly in the lyrics: "Oh, I love to love, but my baby just loves to dance." Her partner's passion for dancing seems to be overwhelming, and it is causing a divide between them. She longs for a romantic evening spent in each other's arms, but he is always ready to dance the night away. She wants to slow down, but he's always on his feet, ready to hit the dance floor.
The song describes the conflict between Tina's desire for intimacy and her boyfriend's desire to dance. Her words are genuine, but her partner's desire to dance seems to override her intentions. In the chorus, she repeats how much she loves to love, but her partner just loves to dance, leaving her feeling like there's no time for romance. The song is a lighthearted and upbeat commentary on how different people prioritize their desires in a relationship.
In conclusion, "I Love to Love" by Tina Charles is a popular disco track that tells a simple story of two people with different interests. Tina is in love, but her partner's passion for dancing seems to be overshadowing their romance. The song's catchy chorus and upbeat tempo have made it an evergreen favorite at disco-themed parties.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh I love to love
The singer loves to express emotions of affection and care for her partner.
But my baby just loves to dance
The partner of the singer is more inclined towards dancing than experiencing the love shared between them.
He wants to dance, he loves to dance, he's got to dance
The partner is addicted to dancing, and can't resist dancing even when the singer wants to spend time in expressing their love.
But there's no time for our romance
The partner's inclination towards dancing leaves no time for the relationship to blossom and deepen.
The minute the band begins to swing it
The partner is waiting for any opportunity to dance, and starts moving the moment the music starts playing.
He's on his feet to dig it
The partner jumps onto his feet to start dancing at the first note of music.
And dance the night away
The partner can dance for hours, almost forgetting everything else.
Stop I'm spinning like a top
The artist is dizzy and struggling to keep up due to the constant spinning and movement during dancing.
We'll dance until we drop
The partner is pushing the limits by dancing non-stop until exhausted.
But if I had my way
The artist wishes to have more control over the situation and spends time in expressing her love rather than just dancing.
But he can give our love a chance
The singer feels that if her partner also invests some time in their love, their relationship could be more fulfilling.
Sundown instead of going downtown
The artist wishes to spend time with her partner indoors, away from the loud music and city life.
We'll stay at home and get down
The singer suggests spending quality time at home, where they can talk, share and express their love.
To what I'm tryin' to say
The singer wants her partner to understand her feelings and take some time out of his busy schedule for their love.
I love to love
The singer enjoys sharing love and affection.
But my baby just loves to dance yes he does
The partner's passion for dancing is much greater than his love for the artist.
Lyrics © PEERMUSIC FRANCE, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: James Bolden, Jack Robinson
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Oh, I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance, he wants to dance
He loves to dance, he's got to dance
Oh, I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance
Oh, I love to love
But there's no time for our romance
No, no, no
Oh, I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance
The minute the band begins to swing it
He's on his feet to dig it and dance the night away
Stop, I'm spinnin' like a top
We'll dance until we drop, but if I have my way
Oh, I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance, he wants to dance
He loves to dance, he's got to dance
Oh, I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance
Oh, I love to love
But he won't give our love a chance
No, no, no
Oh, I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance
Stop, I'm spinnin' like a top
We'll dance until we drop, but if I have my way
Some night instead of going downtown
We'll stay at home and get down to what I'm tryin' to say
I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance, yeah, yeah
Woo
I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance, yes, he does
Woo
I love to love
But my baby just loves to dance, yes he does
I love to love
But my baby just love to dance, yes he does
But my baby just loves to dance yes he does
@delorisbeckford8089
Who's listening to this in 2024❤❤❤❤
@juanmaldonado1384
I am LISTENG Tina always LOVE ♥️ to dance🎉😂🇨🇴🥳
@fabioalanpintopimentel3749
Now
@ana_nimtza
Me!!!!❤😂
@chocoholic832
Me😊
@veronatawaris9921
Me!
@misterbignik
One of the best songs ever and Tina Charles one of the best singers. I'm a 76 year-old male and still watch and listen to this video repeatedly. It's the type of song that sticks in your head forever and the type of song you want to hear over and over again and never tire of.
@glenncuthbertson964
I’m 60, and this song made me literally get up and dance on the kitchen tiles… and for a second my soul was free ..
@FrenkIgotOne
You’re still free because you are born to be free and sovereign much love to you
@user-tz8co1rl4z
You go babe !!!!❤