The band consists of original members Cuddy (guitar/vocals), Keelor (guitar/vocals) and Donovan (bass) plus newer additions Glenn Milchem (drums), and Bob Egan (multi-instrumentalist). Former members include Anderson (drummer), Wiseman (keyboardist), Kim Deschamps (multi-instrumentalist), Mark French (drummer), and Jamie Gray (keyboardist) and Bob Packwood (keyboards).
Blue Rodeo is one of the most successful and well known contemporary Canadian bands, having released 11 studio albums, one live album, a greatest hits collection and a DVD which have sold more than 3 million copies worldwide. In addition, both Cuddy and Keelor have released solo albums. Blue Rodeo members have collaborated extensively with other notable Canadian artists, including Jann Arden, Cowboy Junkies, Burton Cummings, Kathleen Edwards, Great Big Sea, Sarah McLachlan, The Sadies, Ron Sexsmith, Skydiggers, and The Tragically Hip. Blue Rodeo have won many Canadian music awards, including seven Juno Awards (Canada's Grammy) and principal songwriters Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor have been honoured with seven SOCAN awards.
The band released (November 2008) Blue Road a special 20th Anniversary Live 'bootleg' DVD which features an insightful documentary by Chris Mills and an acoustic CD of their 2008 February 29th Toronto Massey Hall concert. The DVD disc features some acoustic covers, including Neil Young's "Are You Ready For The Country", Randy Travis's "Diggin' Up Bones" and Ian & Sylvia Tyson's "Four Strong Winds." In addition, there's a new bonus studio track on the audio CD by Cuddy and Keelor called "Losing You", which is also performed Live on the DVD.
It was formally announced on June 16th, 2009, that Blue Rodeo will be inducted onto Canada's Walk of Fame in Toronto in September, 2009.
On November 10th, 2009, Blue Rodeo released its twelfth studio album, The Things We Left Behind, which is a double CD featuring 16 original compositions by Greg Keelor and Jim Cuddy. The release was produced by the band with engineering and mixing assistance from Darryl Neudorf (Neko Case, Jim Cuddy, Kevin Kane, Sarah McLachlan, The Sadies), and the first single to crack the airwaves is "Arizona Dust".
It was officially announced on December 12, 2011 that Blue Rodeo will be inducted into The Canadian Music Hall of Fame, with the formal presentation to occur on April 1st, 2012 at the Canadian Juno Awards.
Blue Rodeo released its 13th studio album on October 29th, 2013 entitled In Our Nature.
Canadian Governor General David Johnston announced on Dec. 30, 2013 that Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor will be celebrated as Officers of the Order of Canada, one of the country`s highest honours, in a ceremony to be scheduled later in 2014.
In the Fall of 2014, Blue Rodeo released their first seasonal holiday collection entitled, A Merrie Christmas To You, which is blessed with their favourite Christmas classics. The collection features beautiful songs by The Band, Big Star, Merle Haggard, Gordon Lightfoot, Joni Mitchell, Paul Simon, and two moving originals entitled "Glad To Be Alive" and "Home To You This Christmas".
Blue Rodeo released its latest studio album on October 28, 2016 entitled 1000 Arms, which was produced by Tim Vesely and the band. The Warner Music Canada release features eleven new songs penned by Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor, and the first single is entitled "Superstar".
For photo galleries, tour dates and other information on Blue Rodeo you can visit their official website, www.BlueRodeo.com.
And When You Wake Up
Blue Rodeo Lyrics
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All dreary and dark
Nothing but rain clouds in your heart
Just when you're thinking
You can't make one more stand
I'll be there to steady your hand
And you lay down now
Lay down now
It's time for resting instead
Then when you wake up
Then when you wake up, wake up you'll find
Everything's waiting ahead
People keep talking
And they fill you with fear
Then come the nighttime they disappear
Love is a struggle
It's a half finished song
It's a beautiful sunrise coming on
And you lay down now
No need to worry your head
Lay down now
It's time for resting instead
And when you wake up
Then when you wake up, wake up you'll find
Everything's waiting ahead
Maybe sometimes you can fool everybody
Maybe you fool yourself too
The winds that are howling right over your head
They're bringing the changes
The changes to you
And you lay down now
No need to worry your head
Lay down now
It's time for resting instead
Then when you wake up, wake up you'll find
And when you wake up, wake up you'll find
And when you wake up, wake up you'll find
Everything's waiting ahead
The lyrics to Blue Rodeo's "And When You Wake Up" convey a message of hope and encouragement to someone who is facing difficult times. The opening lines speak of the many challenges that lie ahead, but the singer offers a lifeline, a steady hand of support to help them through the darkness. The verses go on to touch on various struggles in life, from fear and anxiety to the complexities of love, but ultimately the message is clear: things will get better, and there is always hope for a brighter future.
The chorus is particularly uplifting, urging the listener to lay down their worries and rest, reminding them that a new day will come, full of promise and possibility. The final verse brings a sense of empowerment, suggesting that although the winds of change may be howling, it is up to the individual to take control and steer their own course.
Overall, Blue Rodeo's "And When You Wake Up" is a beautiful reminder that no matter how hard life gets, there is always hope and the promise of better things to come. The lyrics are a comforting embrace that offer strength and encouragement to anyone who needs it.
Line by Line Meaning
So many roads you must go down
There are many paths that you have to take
All dreary and dark
These paths are often boring and unpleasant
Nothing but rain clouds in your heart
These paths often make you sad and depressed
Just when you're thinking
At the times when you feel like giving up
You can't make one more stand
When you think you can't go on anymore
I'll be there to steady your hand
I'll be there to support you and help you through it
And you lay down now
Take a rest now
No need to worry your head
Don't stress too much about anything
Lay down now
Take it easy
It's time for resting instead
It's time to relax
Then when you wake up
Later when you wake up
Then when you wake up, wake up you'll find
You'll eventually realize that
Everything's waiting ahead
There are good things waiting for you in the future
People keep talking
People talk a lot
And they fill you with fear
They make you worried or anxious
Then come the nighttime they disappear
At night, everything seems quieter and calmer
Love is a struggle
Love isn't always easy
It's a half finished song
Sometimes love is incomplete
It's a beautiful sunrise coming on
But love can also be beautiful
Maybe sometimes you can fool everybody
Sometimes you can deceive people
Maybe you fool yourself too
And sometimes you deceive yourself
The winds that are howling right over your head
The problems and challenges you face are right on top of you
They're bringing the changes
But these challenges also bring about changes
The changes to you
Changes that affect you personally
And when you wake up, wake up you'll find
And later, you'll realize
Everything's waiting ahead
There are good things waiting for you in the future
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kate54ish
First time hearing this tune! This is so pretty! I wish I could see them. I missed them a few years ago in Detroit..Wish I could be notified as to if they are coming back! If I don't see them again....I'll be bummed out for life!!
Jay Bowcott
Great record! This song is awesome.
Heather Vincent Vincent
This band is better live but amazing no matter how you listen to them. I love Jim Cuddy
Ka Mac
GREAT album!!
Roger Dale
I like Blue Rodeo Canadian group have for a long time love this tune Thankyou
Roger Dale
Your welcome hope you do get to see them live thankyou
rosemurray
Saw Blue Rodeo last night at the Molson Amphitheatre, Toronto. Tied with their performance years ago at the Fort York Armories.....a perfect summer night, warm, sultry, stars in the sky. Memorial to the late James Gray. Keyboardist rocked; his solos turned 3 minute songs into 8 minute marvels. "Lost Together" finale song...that's when I lost it. Thanks, Blue Rodeo.....greetings, Glen Milchem. <3
Ladybird41
thank you for your vid response. i love live music and have yet to see BR.. it's killing me... i think a trip to canada will have to happen to save my life;)
Ladybird41
i agree :)