Time of the Season
The Zombies
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It's the time of the season When love runs high And this time, give it to me easy And let me try with pleasured hands To take you in the sun to (promised lands) To show you every one It's the time of the season for loving What's your name? Who's your daddy? (He rich) Is he rich like me? Has he taken, any time (any time) (To show) to show you what you need to live Tell it to me slowly (tell me what) I really want to know It's the time of the season for loving What's your name? Who's your daddy? (He rich) Is he rich like me? Has he taken, any time (any time) (To show) to show you what you need to live Tell it to me slowly (tell me what) I really want to know It's the time of the season for loving
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"Time of the Season" was released in the year 1968, forming a part of the Zombies' album, "Odyssey and Oracle."
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Chart PerformanceThe song achieved great success in the United States, peaking at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1969.
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Aftermath of the BandInterestingly, when the song was gaining popularity in the U.S., The Zombies had already disbanded. Their album, "Odyssey and Oracle," was initially a commercial failure, which led the band to split.
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Late RecognitionDespite its eventual commercial success, "Time of the Season" was initially overlooked in the UK, the home country of The Zombies.
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Theme of the SongThe song is often associated with the ’60s "Flower Power" movement. Its lyrics convey a sense of freedom and optimism, which were prevailing sentiments among the youth during that time.
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Cultural ReferencesThe song has been featured in a variety of films and TV shows, including "The Wonder Years," "Awakenings," and "A Walk on the Moon."
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Cover VersionsOver the years, the song has been covered by numerous artists, including Santana and The Guess Who, highlighting its enduring popularity and impact.
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CompositionThe psychedelic-pop song is known for its catchy bassline, distinctive percussion, and the eerie organ solo, which contribute to its memorable sound.
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Re-recording by the BandThe song was re-recorded by the surviving original members of The Zombies in 2012 for a British clothing company's advertising campaign.
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Rereleases"Time of the Season" continues to enjoy periodic resurgences in popularity. It was rereleased in a 1990 compilation of The Zombies' greatest hits and remastered for the 30th anniversary edition of "Odyssey and Oracle" in 1998.
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