He was still under contract to Fontana Records after parting with The Mindbenders. He soldiered on alone, using musicians under the name of the Opposition. Notably, Frank Renshaw (now in the Canary Islands), Bernie Burns (drums), Roy 'Rossi' Henshall (bass) (also now Canary Islands), Rod Gerrard (guitar, ex Herman's Hermits - now in America) and Phil Keane (drums) amongst others. Sometimes they were billed as the Mindbenders, or just as the Wayne Fontana band. Fontana's most successful solo single release was also his last big hit, "Pamela, Pamela", which reached Number 11 in the UK Singles Chart early in 1967. He soldiered on, releasing several more singles including "The Impossible Years" and "24 Sycamore" in 1967 which were both hits in Australia. His last known 7" 45 rpm was released in 1976, but he continued to perform on the oldies circuit.
In 2005, long past his hit making prime, he fought off bankruptcy, but was arrested after police were called by bailiffs who went to his home in Glossop, Derbyshire. In a protest against a 570 pound London congestion fine, he poured petrol on to the bonnet of the collection baliff's car, and set it alight. After his arrest, Fontana 61, then appeared at Derby Crown Court dressed as the lady of justice, with a sword, scales, crown, cape and dark glasses, claiming he was a victim of an “establishment conspiracy” and that "justice is blind". He dismissed his lawyers On 10 November 2007, he was sentenced to 11 months for setting fire to the car but was released because he had already served the equivalent of the term, held under the UK's Mental Health Act of 1983.
Fontana told the media he would be moving to Spain after settling the legal matters.
A Groovy Kind Of Love
Wayne Fontana Lyrics
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Is take a look at you, then I'm not so blue
When you're close to me I can feel you heart beat
I can hear you breathing in my ear
Wouldn't you agree, baby, you and me
Got a groovy kind of love (groovy kind of love)
We got a groovy kind of love (groovy kind of love)
Any time you want to you can turn me on to
Anything you want to, any time at all
When you kiss my lips oh, I start to shiver
Can't control the quivering inside
Wouldn't you agree, baby, you and me
Got a groovy kind of love (a groovy kind of love)
We got a groovy kind of love
When I'm in your arms nothing seems to matter
If the world would shatter I don't care
Wouldn't you agree, baby, you and me
Got a groovy kind of love (groovy kind of love)
We got a groovy kind of love (groovy kind of love)
We got a groovy kind of love
In Wayne Fontana's song "A Groove Kind of Love," the singer speaks directly to their lover, describing the soothing effect their presence has when their mood is down. They mention the physical sensations they feel when they are in close proximity to their lover, including feeling their heartbeat and hearing them breathe. The lyrics suggest that the singer finds comfort and happiness in their relationship, and that their love has a "groovy" quality to it.
The repetition of the phrase "groovy kind of love" throughout the song is significant because it reinforces the idea that the singer's love is something special and unique. It gives listeners a sense of what it feels like to be in love with someone who makes everything better just by being there for you. The rhythmic quality of the song, with its steady beat and upbeat melody, also reinforces this idea of a love that is stable and uplifting.
One interpretation of the lyrics is that the singer sees their lover as a source of healing and strength. When they are feeling down, all they have to do is look at their partner to feel better. When their partner is close, they can feel their heart beating and their breath in their ear, which suggests that they are physically and emotionally connected. The repeated use of the word "groovy" emphasizes the idea that their love is a positive force in their lives that brings joy and happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
When I'm feelin' blue, all I have to do
When I am feeling sad or low, I just look at you
Is take a look at you, then I'm not so blue
Just seeing you makes me feel better and less sad
When you're close to me I can feel you heart beat
When we are near each other, I can feel your heart beating
I can hear you breathing in my ear
I am close enough to you to hear your breath in my ear
Wouldn't you agree, baby, you and me
Don't you think that you and I
Got a groovy kind of love (groovy kind of love)
Have a cool and funky type of love
Any time you want to you can turn me on to
Whenever you feel like it, you can show me something new
Anything you want to, any time at all
Whatever you desire, whenever you want it
When you kiss my lips oh, I start to shiver
Whenever you touch my lips, I get a shiver of excitement
Can't control the quivering inside
I cannot manage the trembling feeling that I get
When I'm in your arms nothing seems to matter
When I am in your embrace, nothing else seems significant
If the world would shatter I don't care
Even if the world were falling apart, I would not mind as long as I have you
We got a groovy kind of love (groovy kind of love)
We share an awesome and funky type of love
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CAROLE SAGER, CAROLE BAYER SAGER, TONI WINE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@airamad2
When I'm feelin' blue
All I have to do
Is take a look at you
Then I'm not so blue
When you're close to me
I can feel your heart beat
I can hear you breathing in my ear
Wouldn't you agree?
Baby, you and me got a groovy kind of love
Anytime you want to, you can turn me on to
Anything you want to, anytime at all
When I kiss your lips
Ooh, I start to shiver
Can't control the quivering inside
Wouldn't you agree?
Baby, you and me got a groovy kind of love
When I'm feelin' blue
All I have to do is take a look at you
Then I'm not so blue
When I'm in your arms, nothin' seems to matter
My whole world could shatter, I don't care
Wouldn't you agree?
Baby, you and me got a groovy kind of love
We got a groovy kind of love
We got a groovy kind of love
Oh-oh-oh
We got a groovy kind of love
@richardwingert2827
This song is special to me for when I was a teenager I learned to play it on guitar and sing it in perfect tune to my girlfriend. She loved the song and me and for 26 years we had a wonderful marriage and two children. Jane passed away six years ago and every time I hear it I tear up thinking about my beloved wife. I was blessed with more joy than anyone can imagine!
@beba9994
Da numbar is a stone groove bro
@avdreader1
One of the prettiest most melodic songs from the 1960's!
@jensarnspang3604
Actually it is note to note taken from the opening theme of the Rondo movement of Sonatina in G major, op. 36 no. 5 by Muzio Clementi. So this lovely tune is actually some two hundred years old :)
@tashwhimpey8114
@Jens Arnspang Thanks for mentioning that, I didn't know!
@paddyeejit1954
@Jens Arnspang feckin smart arse!
@rmp7400
@@jensarnspang3604
Borrowing from the Classical Composers was rather often done in the 1960s....why melodies could be so extraordinary.
@gtmobayer
An era of innocence lost in time. Great, talented singers/musicians who gave us impeccable vocals, unforgettable heart-wrenching ballads and suits/ties! We'll not see those days again, but thank God for the time tunnels of reminiscing! This was one of the great songs from the 60s, which ranks as a favorite! Why? I wish I could sing like that!!!
@alantrue7316
A beautiful song. Groovy kind of Love... the innocence, honest naivety and simplicity of those lyrics, are the songs everlasting strength.
@brucewalters8635
Classic!