After a brief spell in the US Army, Vinton was signed to Epic Records in 1960 as a bandleader: "A Young Man With a Big Band." Two albums and several singles were not successful however, and with Epic ready to pull the plug, Vinton found his first hit single literally sitting in a reject pile. The song was titled "Roses Are Red (My Love)." It spent four weeks at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Arguably, his most famous song is 1963's "Blue Velvet" that also went to No.1. 23 years later, David Lynch named his movie Blue Velvet after the song. In 1964, Vinton had two #1 hits, "There! I've Said It Again" and "Mr. Lonely", the latter now being the basis for Akon's hit "Lonely."
In the 1970s, the "Polish Prince" continued to hit the Top 40, notably with "Ev'ry Day of My Life" and "Sealed With a Kiss" in 1972. That same year, Epic Records decided to end its relationship with Vinton and ended his recording contract. Undeterred, Vinton spent $50,000 of his own money on a self-written song sung partially in Polish: "My Melody of Love." After Vinton was turned down by 7 major labels, ABC Records bought Vinton's idea, and the result was a multi-million selling single that hit #1 on the AC charts in 1974. A gold album, Melodies of Love, followed as well as a successful half-hour variety show "The Bobby Vinton Show" (which aired from 1975 to 1978). He also starred in two John Wayne movies: Big Jake and The Train Robbers.
In the course of his career, Vinton has sold over 75 million records (singles, albums, compilation inclusions, etc) and is still performing on tour and at the Bobby Vinton Blue Velvet Theatre in Branson, Missouri.
RAINDROPS KEEP FALLIN' ON MY HEAD
Bobby Vinton Lyrics
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And just like the guy whose feet are too big for his bed
Nothing seems to fit
Those raindrops are falling on my head, they keep falling
So I just did me some talking to the sun
And I said I didn't like the way he got things done
Sleeping on the job
But there's one thing I know
The blues they send to meet me won't defeat me
It won't be long till happiness steps up to greet me
Raindrops keep falling on my head
But that doesn't mean my eyes will soon be turning red
Crying's not for me
'Cause I'm never gonna stop the rain by complaining
Because I'm free
Nothing's worrying me
It won't be long till happiness steps up to greet me
Raindrops keep falling on my head
But that doesn't mean my eyes will soon be turning red
Crying's not for me
'Cause I'm never gonna stop the rain by complaining
Because I'm free
Nothing's worrying me
In Bobby Vinton's song Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head, the lyrics depict a person going through a tough time in their life as they are continuously hit by the metaphorical raindrops. The individual is struggling as nothing seems to fit or go right in their life. They turn to the sun for help and express their dissatisfaction with the way life is treating them. They acknowledge the struggles and the "blues" they are facing, but are determined not to let their difficulties defeat them.
As the song progresses, the lyrics take a more optimistic turn. The individual resolves to not let their emotions get the best of them, understanding that complaining will not make the rain stop. They choose to remain positive and free from worry. The final line, "Nothing's worrying me," is a statement of triumph, a declaration that despite the struggles, this person will not let it break them down.
In essence, the song seems to be a message of hope and resilience. Though life may be difficult at times, one can choose their response and persevere in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Raindrops keep falling on my head
I am experiencing a constant stream of difficult situations in my life that I cannot escape.
And just like the guy whose feet are too big for his bed
Similar to that man with the oversized feet, I feel like I don't fit in my own life, and everything is just wrong.
Nothing seems to fit
My problems are causing me to feel disconnected and out of sync with the world around me.
Those raindrops are falling on my head, they keep falling
The hardships and problems in my life just keep piling up with no end in sight.
So I just did me some talking to the sun
I am trying to take control of my life by talking to a higher power and seeking guidance.
And I said I didn't like the way he got things done
I expressed my dissatisfaction with the way things are going in my life and in the world around me, hoping for a change.
Sleeping on the job
I believe that something greater than me, like a god or the sun, is not doing its part in helping me through my problems.
Those raindrops are falling on my head, they keep falling
Despite my efforts to seek guidance and control, my problems persist, and nothing seems to change.
But there's one thing I know
Despite everything else, I have confidence in myself and my ability to persevere.
The blues they send to meet me won't defeat me
The difficulties and hardships I face will not bring me down or defeat me.
It won't be long till happiness steps up to greet me
I believe that good things are coming, and happiness is just around the corner.
Raindrops keep falling on my head
Again, I am experiencing a constant stream of difficult situations in my life that I cannot escape.
But that doesn't mean my eyes will soon be turning red
Despite the difficulties, I refuse to cry or feel sorry for myself.
Crying's not for me
I am a strong person, and I refuse to let my problems make me weak or break me.
'Cause I'm never gonna stop the rain by complaining
I won't change anything by just complaining about my problems. I need to take action to change my life.
Because I'm free
I am free from the constraints of my problems and will not let them control me or limit me.
Nothing's worrying me
Despite the difficulties and hardships, I am not worried because I am confident in my ability to overcome them and find happiness.
Lyrics © Roba Music Verlag GMBH, Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, CTM Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., WARNER CHAPPELL MUSIC FRANCE
Written by: Burt F. Bacharach, Hal David
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Raindrops keep falling on my head
And just like the man whose feet are too big for his bed
Nothin' seems to fit
Those raindrops are falling on my head, they keep falling
So I just did me some talkin' to the sun
And I said I didn't like the way he' got things done
Sleepin' on the job
Those raindrops are falling on my, head they keep falling
But there's one thing I know
The blues he sends to meet me won't defeat me
It won't be long till happiness steps up to greet me
Raindrops keep falling on my head
But that doesn't mean my eyes will soon be turnin' red
Crying's not for me
Cause I'm never gonna stop the rain by complainin'
Because I'm free
Nothing's worrying me.
Till happiness steps up to greet me
Raindrops keep falling on my head
But that doesn't mean my eyes will soon be turnin' red
Crying's not for me
Cause I'm never gonna stop the rain by complainin'
Because I'm free
Nothing's worrying me.
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