I might have mentioned on more than on occasion that I am a huge fan of the music of yesteryear, namely the 70s and 80s. I was therefore really saddened to hear of the death of Errol Brown, the lead singer of ‘Hot Chocolate’ a few days ago.
Who hasn’t pranced around to the stains of ‘You Sexy Thing.’ thinking it was written about them? Considering it was their best-selling hit and even featured in the film ‘The Full Monty’ (brilliant film), it was amazing to think that it originally started off as a ‘B’ side to another of their records, in the 1970s.
I remember being transfixed watching Errol, as he always seemed to wear rather. ahem, tight trousers which I am sure helped him along when he needed to hit the high notes. He also never seemed to age, looking and sounding the same 30 years after he first started out.
What I also liked about ‘Hot Chocolate’ was the fact that their music got us up dancing (I use that term loosely when it comes to me, but I always had a go) to hits such as ‘Every 1s A Winner’, ‘You Sexy Thing’ and ‘So You Win Again’ to name but a few.
On the flip side, I have been known to have shed a tear to ‘Emma’ and ‘I’ll Put You Together Again.’ They were an extremely versatile group, and Errol was responsible for writing many of their songs.
Although I am sad that Errol is no longer with us, I am grateful that he has left a legacy of such fantastic music behind that will continue to be enjoyed.
I knew the song, but never had any idea of who the band or writer was. I’ve nominated you for an inspiring blogger award – http://www.heelsandatoolbox.com/2015/05/09/what-inspires-you/
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Thank you so much Vanessa. I am really flattered and honoured. π
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I feel so old. Yesteryear? Classic? 70’s & 80’s? I listen to the 50’s and 60’s. Elvis. Beatles. Paul Revere, Herman’s Hermits. Where does that put me??? Don’t answer, afraid to know. π
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Ha Ha! Sorry! I like some of the 50s and 60s stuff as well though. π
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Awww I loved Hot Chocolate. So sad to hear Errol passed away. My fave was ‘ so you win again’ great memories of the local hop on Saturday nights π
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Yes, they had so many great hits in their time π
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RIP, sir.
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RIP Errol Brown…
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Classic music never goes out of style. I was just listening to the radio the other day in the car, when a Led Zeppelin song started playing–“All of My Love.” There were actually a number of instruments being played and the lyrics were poetry. I hadn’t heard a Zeppelin song in ages. It was such a breath of fresh air compared to the same trendy songs that are played constantly. I went home and downloaded their greatest hits. π
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Yes you are right. It is so refreshing as well to listen to something you haven’t heard for a while. It brings back so many memories. π
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I agree. It’s so interesting how food, smells, and even music can bring back memories. π
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Most definitely. π
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