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Signs (Five Man Electrical Band song) " Signs " is a song by the Canadian rock group Five Man Electrical Band. It was written by the band's frontman, Les Emmerson, and popularized the relatively unknown band, who recorded it for their true first album, Good-byes and Butterflies, in 1970.
- "Hello Melinda Goodbye"
- May 1971
- 4:05 (album version), 3:20 (single version)
- Hard rock
Written by Five Man Electrical Band lead singer Les Emmerson, this song is a prescient look at class divisions and property rights. Emmerson wrote the song after taking a road trip on Route 66 in California, where he noticed a plethora of billboards that obscured the beautiful scenery.
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The Five Man Electrical Band (known as The Staccatos from 1963 to 1968) is a Canadian rock band from Ottawa, Ontario. They had many hits in Canada, including the top 10 entries "Half Past Midnight" (1967) (as The Staccatos), "Absolutely Right" (1971) and "I'm a Stranger Here" (1972).
- Michael Crepin, Steve Hollingworth, Rick Smithers, Wes Reed, Brian Sim, Alan Wilmore
- 1963–1975, 1986–present
Apr 24, 2024 · Five Man Electrical Band was a Canadian rock band formed in the 1960s. In 1970, they released the song Signs, which immediately struck a chord with listeners all over the world. It talks about the oppressive culture of the time and how young people were expected to conform and follow the rules set by those in power.
Released in 1971, this song took the airwaves by storm and became an instant hit. With its catchy melody and thought-provoking lyrics, “Signs” resonated with millions of people around the world. In this article, we will explore the meaning behind this iconic song and how it continues to hold significance today.
