The Power Of Love
Holly Johnson became famous as the front man and lead singer of the controversial group ‘Frankie Goes To Hollywood’. Although I was not a real fan of their music, Johnson’s powerful voice was an indication of real vocal talent. Released as a single from the top-selling album, ‘Welcome To The Pleasuredome’ in 1984, this track was very different to the commercial beats associated with them at the time. Written in part by Holly himself, and produced by the experienced Trevor Horn, this record enjoyed considerable success.
It was also used in the government campaign to promote the use of condoms, during the scare surrounding the increase in cases of A.I.D.S. He later recorded a solo version in 1999, after his split from the original group. This is a big ballad, from a man who can really sing. Now 57, Holly is still writing songs, and performing as a solo artist.
Here’s the original version. Best played loud.
Great song. Thanks. I supposed the condom campaign liked the phrase “I’ll protect you.”
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That, and the fact that Holly is outwardly gay I think, Elizabeth.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I didn’t know that. That makes sense.
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Good Morning Pete:
This one I got to hear. Cool, albeit, moody. Nancy has taken to walking in the house (it’s a steps thing). She listens to Disturbed, Sounds of Silence, which I noted was on the same web page as this one.
Warmest regards, Theo
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Holly is a powerful singer, Theo. This track isn’t much good for ‘walking to’ though. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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This is a great song, Pete. I didn’t know about its use in the advertising campaign.
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Thanks, Robbie. It was just in the UK I think, but the song remains very powerful even after all those years.
Best wishes, Pete.
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It’s always interesting to see and hear your fondness of such music tastes. I haven’t paid much attention to the band though I know of it. It is one I am fond of too of lyrics ‘ flame on desire, love with tongues of fire’.
(P.s My apologies I have seemed to miss a few of your posts as I have not been on WordPress for some time).
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Don’t worry about missing posts, Sonea. Life gets in the way of blogging! 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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I wasn’t a huge fan either Pete, but they had a few hits including this that I liked.☺️
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I only really liked this one, I could take or leave the other stuff. Holly Johnson as a solo singer is often outstanding.
Best wishes, Pete.
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This was a tremendous record Pete. Though not a big fan of their music I did like the chartbusters they had with heavy anti war themes and um a more rousing one maybe but Holly made a fantastic job of this one.
Hugs
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Thanks very much, David. He can certainly sing, and this showed that off so well.
Best wishes, Pete.
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A good one, Pete.
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Thanks, Jennie. The big ballads rarely get stale. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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