Good Times

Hoodoo Gurus

About Good Times

"Good Times" was a single by iconic Australian rock group Hoodoo Gurus. It was released on EMI on 13 July, 1987; and was written by Dave Faulkner. Backing vocals were supplied by touring mates The Bangles. Its B-side was: "Hell for Leather (live)" and was also written by Faulkner. "Brad was off gallivanting in L. A. to supervise the recording of the Bangles harmonies on "Good Times" (nice work if you can get it!). We had toured with them the previous year promoting Mars Needs Guitars! and we watched then go to No. 1 with "Manic Monday" as the tour began. Oh well, so much for the co-headline. That tour and its sequel two years later were some of the most fun we ever had on the road." - Dave Faulkner. 


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You told me goodbye and I believed you.
Felt like I would die - I didn't need to
'Cause you came back to me
And everything's like it used to be.
All the good times we had we'll have again.

If your love is mine it will stand up
To the test of time. It will stand up.
It looked like we were through,
But in our heart of hearts we knew
The good times we had we'll have again.

And again.
Now I know you'll always be my friend
Til the end.
That means more to me than anything,
It's everything.

Who needs yesterday - that's far behind us
And memories only may serve to remind us
That what felt good before
Today we'll treasure so much more.
All the good times we had we'll have again.

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Hoodoo Gurus

Hoodoo Gurus (referred to as the Gurus by fans) are an Australian rock band, formed in Sydney in 1981, by the mainstay Dave Faulkner (songwriter, lead singer and guitarist) and later joined by Richard Grossman (bass), Mark Kingsmill (drums), and Brad Shepherd (guitar, vocals, harmonica). Their popularity peaked in the mid to late 1980s with albums Mars Needs Guitars!, Blow Your Cool! and Magnum Cum Louder. more »

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Written by: DAVE FAULKNER

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10 facts about this song

Genre
"Good Times" is an energetic blend of power pop and rock essentials, showcasing the Hoodoo Gurus' expertise in combining pop melodies with raucous guitar riffs.
Release Year
The song was released in the year 1987. This was during a time when the band was rising in prominence not just in their home country of Australia, but also in the United States.
Album
"Good Times" is a part of their third studio album "Blow Your Cool!" This album is notable for its deviation from the band's previous indie-rock sound, leaning more towards a commercial pop-rock sound.
Collaboration
This track features a guest appearance by the then leader of The Divinyls, Chrissy Amphlett, making the track a unique duet between Hoodoo Gurus lead singer Dave Faulkner and Amphlett.
Chart Success
The song was a commercial success for the band, reaching number two on the Australian singles chart and achieving widespread airplay in the United States.
Music Video
The official music video for "Good Times" is lighthearted and humorous, featuring the band members messing around on a beach and in a bar with Chrissy Amphlett.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics discuss the idea of living in the present and highlights the gusto of youth, a common theme in many of Hoodoo Gurus' songs.
Live Performances
"Good Times" is a crowd favorite at Hoodoo Gurus' concerts and the band often includes it in their setlist.
Legacy
The song has been covered by several other artists and has been used in TV shows, films, and commercials, attesting to its enduring popularity.
Recognition
In May 2001, the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) listed this song at number 94 in their Top 100 Australian Songs of all time, the only Hoodoo Gurus song to make the list.

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