Despite producing an excellent, melodic, catchy and very Magnum-like self-titled album the band was relatively short-lived with Clarkin announcing it's demise around 1999. The album "Hard Rain" (1997), follows the previous Magnum formula with Catley's superb vocals, Clarkin's guitars and use of backing keyboards in the older "prog rock" tradition; as well as a slightly funkier beat and harmonic backing vocals (Sue McCloskey). A second, more experimental album, "When the Good Times Come" followed in 1999.
In 1981, two tracks were written and produced by Clarkin and were sung by Sue McCloskey, a friend of Magnum. They were entitled "Really Need Your Love" and "Lost Inside Myself". After Catley left Hard Rain, Clarkin continued to write material with McCloskey. Some of these songs were broadcast on radio during an interview with Clarkin. Two of these songs surfaced as Magnum songs, "Still" and "Dream About You" on Magnum's 2002 studio album, Breath of Life.
Often overlooked but if you are a long-standing fan of Magnum then you're very likely to want the album "Hard Rain" in your collection as it rivals the best that the former band had to offer.
Rage On
Hard Rain Lyrics
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Rage on
The game is up, you've had your fun
You've made a fool of everyone
You don't see no retribution
And believe you can always run for cover
Tell me the truth
Do you really give a damn, baby?
I see thunder
In your eyes betray you
And I wonder
Who'll be left to save you
All you want to do is
Rage on
You don't know what you're fighting for
You've done it all and more
Rage on
You don't know what you're fighting for
Don't come back knocking at my door
Your time has come and there's no doubt
There's nothing left to shout about
Your heart breaks, that's no illusion
You won't take just a minute to recover
Now tell me the truth
Do you really give a damn, baby?
I see thunder
In your eyes betray you
And I wonder
Who'll be left to save you
All you want to do is
Rage on
Rage on
All you want to do is
Rage on
You don't know what you're fighting for
You've done it all and more
Rage on
You don't know what you're fighting for
Don't come back knocking at my door
All you want to do is
Rage on
You don't know what you're fighting for
You've done it all and more
Rage on
You don't know what you're fighting for
Don't come back knocking at my door
All you want to do is
Rage on
The song "Rage On" by Hard Rain is a motivational song about fighting for what you believe in, even when the odds are against you. The song's message is clear: don't give up, don't back down, and don't let anyone tell you that you can't achieve your goals. The lyrics are full of emotion and energy, urging the listener to keep going, even when things are tough.
The opening lines of the song set the tone for what is to come. The singer declares that the game is up and that the listener has had their fun. They have made a fool of everyone around them, but they do not seem to care. The singer questions whether the listener truly cares about their actions, and wonders if they are capable of feeling remorse for what they have done.
As the song progresses, the singer becomes more forceful in their message. The listener is challenged to continue raging on, even when they do not know what they are fighting for. They have done everything they can, but it is not enough. They are encouraged to keep going, even in the face of adversity.
In the end, "Rage On" is about perseverance and determination. It is a reminder that even when things seem impossible, we have the strength to keep going. The song's message is powerful, and it is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever struggled to achieve their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Rage on
Continue to be angry and resentful
Rage on
Continue to be angry and resentful
The game is up, you've had your fun
Your time is up and you have enjoyed making a fool of others
You've made a fool of everyone
You have tricked and deceived people
You don't see no retribution
You do not believe that you will be punished for your actions
And believe you can always run for cover
You think you can avoid responsibility for your actions
Tell me the truth
Be honest with me
Do you really give a damn, baby?
Do you actually care about anything?
I see thunder
I can see anger and aggression
In your eyes betray you
Your eyes reveal your true emotions
And I wonder
I am curious
Who'll be left to save you
Who will help you when you need it?
All you want to do is
You only want to
Rage on
Continue to be angry and resentful
You don't know what you're fighting for
You do not have a clear purpose for your anger
You've done it all and more
You have acted irresponsibly and recklessly
Rage on
Continue to be angry and resentful
You don't know what you're fighting for
You do not have a clear purpose for your anger
Don't come back knocking at my door
Do not try to return to me
Your time has come and there's no doubt
You can no longer avoid the consequences of your actions
There's nothing left to shout about
There is no reason to continue arguing or fighting
Your heart breaks, that's no illusion
You are truly experiencing emotional pain
You won't take just a minute to recover
You will need more than a moment to feel better
All you want to do is
You only want to
Rage on
Continue to be angry and resentful
Tell me the truth
Be honest with me
Do you really give a damn, baby?
Do you actually care about anything?
All you want to do is
You only want to
Rage on
Continue to be angry and resentful
Contributed by Maria H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.