Labi Siffre - Watch Me
Review by Kent Hedin
Labi Siffre's album "Watch Me" is a masterpiece that showcases his unique musical style and exceptional songwriting skills. The album, released in 1972, features a blend of soul, funk, and rock, with Siffre's distinctive vocals and powerful lyrics at the forefront of every track.
The opening track, "Watch Me," sets the tone for the album with its infectious groove and catchy chorus. Siffre's soulful voice is complemented by a funky bassline and a guitar riff that will have you tapping your foot in no time. The album also features standout tracks like "Cannock Chase," a haunting ballad that showcases Siffre's emotive vocals, and "The Vulture," a politically charged song that addresses the issue of racial inequality.
Siffre's songwriting is both poetic and honest, and his lyrics touch on themes such as love, social justice, and personal growth. The album's closing track, "A Little More Line," is a beautiful ode to self-acceptance and self-love that will leave listeners feeling inspired and uplifted.
Table of Contents
Download
Filename: labi-siffre-watch-me.zip- MP3 size: 52 mb
- FLAC size: 432.9 mb
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Too Late | ||
| Watch Me | 3:15 | |
| Love Song For Someone | ||
| A Little More Line | ||
| Here We Are | 2:30 | |
| Thank You Lucky Star | ||
| It Must Be Love | ||
| Words | ||
| Bless The Telephone | ||
| Crying, Laughing, Loving, Lying | ||
| When You Find You Need A Love | ||
| Get To The Country | ||
| Make My Day |
Video
Labi Siffre - Watch Me
Labi Siffre - Watch Me
Images
Catalog Numbers
- 7N 25586
- 2001 355
- 7N.25586
- ITFK 4791
- 2340 108
Labels
- Pye International
- Polydor
- Pye Records
- Interfusion
Listen online
- ouvir online
- ascolta in linea
- online luisteren
- écouter en ligne
- kuunnella verkossa
- lytte på nettet
- online anhören
- lyssna på nätet
- escuchar en línea
Formats
- Vinyl
- 7"
- 45 RPM
- Solid Centre
- Single
- Knockout Centre
- Promo
- LP
- Compilation
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Printed By | Gebrüder Jänecke |
| Produced For | Festival Records International |
| Published By | Groovy Music Ltd. |
| Lacquer Cut At | Pye Studios |
| Distributed By | Festival Records (NZ) Ltd. |
| Record Company | Festival Records International Ltd. |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Producer | Labi Siffre |
| Written-By | Labi Siffre |
| Lacquer Cut By | G |
Notes
- Made in Germany
- Front and Back Cover are identical
- Made in England.
- ℗ 1972
- A Festival Records International production
- Distributed in New Zealand by Festival Records (N.Z.) Ltd.
- Original recording & licensed by Festival International Ltd., England
- All titles published by Groovy Music Ltd. London, except "Words" published by Abigail Music Ltd.
- A Festival Records International Production.
Barcodes
- Rights Society: SABAM
- Rights Society: GEMA
- Matrix / Runout (Side A Stamped): B 1 1 2001 355 S1 ℗ 1972 320
- Matrix / Runout (Side B Stamped): B 1 1 2001 355 S 2 ℗ 1972 320
- Matrix / Runout (Side A label): 7N.25586-A
- Matrix / Runout (Side B label): 7N.25586-B
- Matrix / Runout (Side A runout): 7N 25586 A-1 △G 1 F
- Matrix / Runout (Side B runout): 7N 25586 B-1 △G 1 G
- Rights Society: STEMRA
- Matrix / Runout (Side A Stamped): AA 2340 108 1Y 1 670 111 6 06
- Matrix / Runout (Side B Stamped): AA 2340 108 2Y 1 670 111 06
About Labi Siffre
British vocalist, musician, and artist.
Born: 25 June 1945 in Hammersmith, London, England, UK.
Brought up in London, Siffre is the son of an English mother and Nigerian father. After jobs such as mini-cab driver and delivery man he started to concentrate on music full-time leaving for Cannes, France to play guitar with a variety of soul musicians and bands. He returned to the UK in the late 1960s and enjoyed solo hits in 1971 with "It Must Be Love" (later covered by ) and "Crying, Laughing, Loving, Lying".
Although "Watch Me" (1972) was his last hit of the 1970s, he made a spectacular comeback with "(Something Inside) So Strong" (1987).
In recent years Siffre's work has been reassessed by a new generation after the break from his song "I Got The" from album "" (1975) (and featuring as session musicians!) was sampled by in his breakthrough hit "" (1999).
Siffre nowadays spends much of his time writing poetry which deals with gay rights and other world issues.
Real Name
- Claudius Afolabi Siffre
Name Vars
- Afolabi Siffre
- Claudius Afolabi Siffre
- J. Siffre
- L Siffre
- L. Safire
- L. Siffre
- L.Siffre
- Labbi Siffre
- Labi
- Labi Saffre
- Labi Sassre
- Labi Siffe
- Labi Siffri
- Labi Sifre
- Labri Siffre
- Libi Siffre
- Lipi Siffre
- Lobi Siffree
- Saffie
- Siffre
- Siffre Labi
- xavier
Summary by Kent Hedin
Comments
2023-04-12
There are few songs ever written capable of evoking the emotions that this song does. So perfect for a show as emotionally genius as this is us.
2023-04-11
Greta Van Fleet brought me here
2023-04-11
Greta Van Fleet covered this beautiful song and brought me to this original. Both versions are so awesome!!
2023-04-10
I fell in love with this song as soon as I heard it on the commercial! ???? It’s so beautiful.
2023-04-10
This is us didn't bring me here i just have good taste in music. I like to explore different genre's?
2023-04-10
"THIS IS US" bought all of us here :)
2023-04-10
I think Jack knew something wasn't right when Bec got to the door and that's why he created that joke to see her one more time. So I think as the seasons reflect back on memories that will pop up, including him calling her name at the vending machine.
2023-04-10
I NEVER get tired of this song!
2023-04-10
This show is taking everyone by storm , I know I'm hooked Dam good writing and excellent music and you're a winner
2023-04-10
If you are looking for songs for both seasons and by episodes look up this is us songs. That will bring up under iTunes a sample of each songs per episode and season. Hope this helps those looking for specific songs.
2023-04-10
Forever all the This is Us feels :'') <3
2023-04-10
After watching the episode after the Superbowl ???????
2023-04-10
This is us bought me here ??❤️
“Go see your babies , they’re excited to meet their father . I think maybe they got a good one “❤️ -This Is Us
“Go see your babies , they’re excited to meet their father . I think maybe they got a good one “❤️ -This Is Us
2023-04-10
When you hear this song it just gives you a warm feeling inside, like home.
2023-04-10
This song was really brought full circle with the "Superbowl" episode omg
2023-04-09
Hold up, is this the riff to Allman Brothers - Melissa!?
2023-04-08
BEAUTIFUL??????
2023-04-08
I thank my girlfriend, the love of my life, for introducing me to this show, and this incredibly simple, yet beautiful song that i fell in love with within 30 seconds
2023-04-08
This song plays in movie life with eddie murphy in the part whete they show the years fly by and they get old
2023-04-08
I first heard this song in this commecial (Munchkins..I dont even know what they sell)Anyway I just started seeing a couple of months ago..I knew it was from the early 70's..I liked it and it took me just like half hour to get it...Youtube is awesome..Just like this song :p
