Argent is an English rock band founded in 1969 by Rod Argent after his prev… Read Full Bio ↴Argent is an English rock band founded in 1969 by Rod Argent after his previous band, The Zombies, broke up. Argent's biggest hit was "Hold Your Head Up" (written by Rod Argent and Chris White). Released as a single in 1972, and taken in a heavily-edited form from the band's album "All Together Now", it was a Top 5 hit in both the US and UK, peaking at #5 in both countries. The original lineup re-united to perform at the High Voltage Festival in Victoria Park, London, in 2011 and did a short five-date tour as follow-up.

As well as Rod Argent, the other original members (most come from Hertfordshire, England) were drummer Robert Henrit and bassist Jim Rodford (later members of the Kinks) and guitarist/keyboardist Russ Ballard, who contributed to several compositions through the group's career (curiously some of Ballard's compositions became hits when they were covered by other bands, like Rainbow or Santana). When Russ Ballard left in 1973, his place was taken by guitarist and vocalist John Verity and guitarist John Grimaldi and there followed a period of intense recording and touring until the band decided to come off the road late in 1976.

The original Argent lineup re-united at the High Voltage Festival in Victoria Park, London, on July 25, 2010. They undertook a short five date concert tour in December 2010, with gigs in Frome, Southampton, Wolverhampton, Leamington Spa and London.

Rejoice
Argent Lyrics

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You're cool you, although we spend the days in conversation
I wouldn't fool you, stolen in your hour of celebration
ooh ooh - shout out to the world to rejoice
Can you find a reason to?
Remember fortune would laugh at the sound of our voices
and the faded freedoms too

Do I confuse you, although my life will end in resurrection

I won't refuse you, should you heed before you need direction
ooh ooh - shout out to the world to rejoice
For the word is overdue
3 times I call you, I waited to hear you rejoice
For the vale I see is through

And so rejoice, rejoice.......

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Argent's song "Rejoice" seem to be addressing someone who the singer admires or respects. The line "You're cool you, although we spend the days in conversation" suggests that the two of them have spent a lot of time together, but the singer still thinks highly of this person. The phrase "stolen in your hour of celebration" could mean that the person had something taken from them during a moment of joy or triumph, which adds a darker element to the song. The singer then encourages this person (and the world at large) to "rejoice," asking if they can find a reason to do so. The mention of "fortune" and "faded freedoms" could be commenting on the struggles and setbacks that people face in life.

The next verse begins with a more personal reflection, with the line "Do I confuse you, although my life will end in resurrection." This suggests a belief in an afterlife or some kind of immortality, which could come into play later in the song. The singer then assures the person that they won't refuse them if they need direction. The repeated line "shout out to the world to rejoice" emphasizes the call to celebrate and find joy even in difficult circumstances. The final line "For the vale I see is through" could mean that the singer is seeing beyond present troubles to a brighter future.

Overall, the song encourages listeners to find reasons to celebrate and be grateful, even in challenging times. The lyrics are somewhat open to interpretation, and could be seen as a commentary on society as a whole or a personal message to someone specific.

Line by Line Meaning

You're cool you, although we spend the days in conversation
I appreciate you despite our frequent interactions.

I wouldn't fool you, stolen in your hour of celebration
I would never deceive you and take away from your moment of happiness.

ooh ooh - shout out to the world to rejoice
Let us share our joy with the world.

Can you find a reason to?
Can you discover something to celebrate?

Remember fortune would laugh at the sound of our voices
Sometimes life's circumstances can be against us.

and the faded freedoms too
Our past liberties may have diminished.

Do I confuse you, although my life will end in resurrection
My message may be unclear, but I believe in a spiritual rebirth.

I won't refuse you, should you heed before you need direction
I won't turn away from helping you if you ask for guidance in advance.

For the word is overdue
It's time to spread positivity.

3 times I call you, I waited to hear you rejoice
I've asked three times for you to join me in celebration.

For the vale I see is through
I see a bright future ahead.