In 1985, Schermick and Destra left Cinderella to join Britny Fox (another Pennsylvania-based hard rock band). They were replaced by guitarist Jeff LaBar and drummer Jim Drnec. It was this lineup that recorded their first album, 'Night Songs' (although the drums were played by session drummer Jody Cortez).
Shortly after the recording, Drnec was replaced by (former London drummer) Fred Coury, who joined in time to be included as the drummer of record in the album's liner notes. The album, released in August 1986 went on to become triple Platinum, selling 50,000 copies per week at one point.
During the Night Songs tour, Cinderella were exposed to a very large audience opening for Bon Jovi (on their tour for Slippery When Wet) and David Lee Roth (on tour for support his Eat 'Em and Smile album).
Cinderella's second album, 'Long Cold Winter', was released in 1988. The 254-show tour to support it lasted over 14 months and included dates on the Moscow Music Peace Festival along side other glam metal heavyweights such as Ozzy Osbourne, The Scorpions, Mรถtley Crรผe, Bon Jovi, and Skid Row. A highlight of the tour's stage show featured Keifer being lowered to the stage while playing a white piano during their radio hit Don't Know What You Got 'Til It's Gone.
Their third album, 'Heartbreak Station' was released in 1990 and featured songs much more heavily influenced by Keifer's love of the blues. Following the accompanying tour, Fred Coury left the band and joined former Ratt vocalist Stephen Pearcy in a band called Arcade.
Additionally, Keifer began experiencing problems with his voice after the tour and underwent several operations. This added to delays in recording of their fourth album. In 1994, they finally released 'Still Climbing', but with little support from their label and none from MTV. The album quickly disappeared from the charts.
Cinderella reunited in 1997 and toured the United States in the following year. That same year, Mercury Records released a greatest hits compilation titled Once Upon a.... In 1999, Live at the Key Club was releasd through Cleopatra records. Around this time they were signed by John Kalodner to Portrait/(Sony) Records. Unfortunately, they were dropped by the label before a new album could be released. They toured again in 2000 and 2002.
In 2005 Mercury Records released the compilation 'Rocked, Wired & Bluesed: The Greatest Hits' on CD and DVD.
In the Summer 2006, CInderella toured with fellow glam metal rockers Poison to celebrate the 20th anniversary of both bands' first albums. "Night Songs" and "Look What The Cat Dragged In" were both released in 1986. The tour is a rousing success and has swiftly become one of the most successful tours of 2006, averaging about 20 thousand people in attendance per night.
On July 14th 2021, guitarist Jeff LaBar was found dead by his wife after being MIA for days. He was only
58 years old.
There are at least five more lesser known acts/artists/bands called Cinderella.
2. Cinderella (sometimes "The Cinderella") is an electronic artist who has contributed to releases on REDALiCE's Hardcore TANO*C label, such as C.F.S (Complete Floor Specification), Tano*C Corenival, Speedball, and The Best Of Hardcore Tano*C.
3. 60's girlgroup
4. '70s band from Manila, Philippines, who popularized their trademark "Manila Sound" - of simple beats and melodies, songs usually tackling college-kids' love issues, etc.
5. 70's danish band playing heavy, fuzzy blues of the Danish psychedelic kind. Guitars very inspirered by Hendrix. When recording their first album (to be put out on Spectator in '72) the studio burnt to the ground, plans were cancelled. They did, however, manage to put out a single in '70 : Kong Galars Sang/ Udkoksning i 3 satser i 70. RARE!
6. 70's psychedelic folk band from The Netherlands, only known for their single From Town To Town, whose members went on to play with Focus, Supersister, Nasty Girls and Eyeliner.
Somebody Save Me
Cinderella Lyrics
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They said, "You're only gettin' older"
But how was I to know then
That they'd be cryin' on my shoulder
Put your money in a big house
Get yourself a pretty wife
She'll collect your life insurance
Somebody get the doctor
I'm feelin' pretty poor
Somebody get the stretcher
Before I hit the floor
Somebody save me
I lost my job, they kicked me out of my tree
Somebody save me
Save me
Well, everybody's got opinions
But nobody's got the answers
And that shit you ate for breakfast
Well, it'll only give you cancer
We're runnin' in a circle
Runnin' to the morning light
And if ya ain't quite workable
It's been one hell of a night
Somebody get the doctor
I think I'm gonna crash
Never paid the bill
Because I ain't got the cash
Somebody save me
I lost my job, they kicked me out of my tree
Somebody save me
Save me
Look out
Save me
I lost my job, they kicked me out of my tree
Somebody save me, oh
Save me
Somebody save me
I'm goin' down for the last time, look out
Save me
Save me
Save me
The lyrics to Cinderella's song "Somebody Save Me" convey a sense of disillusionment with society and a desperate plea for help. The opening stanza describes the confusion and naivety of youth, and the subsequent realization that life is not as simple as it seems. The following lines warn against the dangers of materialism and the potential treachery of romantic partners. The chorus repeatedly begs for salvation, indicating a sense of hopelessness and desperation.
The second stanza begins with a critique of societal values and knowledge. The singer notes that everyone has an opinion, but no one has any answers, which leaves individuals feeling lost and confused. The stanza then continues with a warning about the harmful effects of unhealthy lifestyles, detailing how even something as mundane as breakfast can have dire consequences. The stanza ends with a description of the never-ending cycle of life, with the singer feeling exhausted and drained.
The chorus repeats once again, this time adding urgency and a sense of finality to the plea for deliverance. The final repetition of "save me" is drawn out, conveying a sense of desperation and the feeling of the singer's last breath.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was a young boy
As a young boy, I did not know what the future held.
They said you're only gettin' older
People told me that I would age with time.
But how was I to know then
At that time, I was ignorant of the challenges that lay ahead.
That they'd be cryin' on my shoulder
In the future, people would share their problems with me.
Put your money in a big house
The society measures a person's success based on the size of their house.
Get yourself a pretty wife
To succeed in society, you need to have a pretty wife.
She'll collect your life insurance
Your spouse might plot something sinister against you for monetary gain.
When she connects you with a knife
She might go to the extent of killing you if she has the motive and the chance.
Somebody get the doctor
I need medical help immediately.
I'm feelin' pretty poor
I am in a pathetic condition.
Somebody get the stretcher
I need immediate assistance to move to a hospital.
Before I hit the floor
I might faint any moment.
Somebody save me
I am desperately in need of help.
I lost my job, they kicked me out of my tree
I am unemployed and homeless.
Everybody's got opinions
Everyone has a point of view.
But nobody's got the answers
No one has a solution to a problem.
And that shit you ate for breakfast
The food you eat might have disastrous effects on your health.
Well it'll only give you cancer
It can potentially cause fatal diseases like cancer.
We're runnin' in a circle
We are stuck in a rut, trying to accomplish the same things repeatedly.
Runnin' to the morning light
We are chasing the dawn of progress and success.
And if ya ain't quite workable
If you are not useful or employable, you are easily replaceable.
It's been one hell of a night
It has been a tiring and trying experience.
Somebody get the doctor
I need medical aid.
I think i'm gonna crash
I might collapse or fail at something soon.
Never paid the bill
I did not pay my bills.
Because i ain't got the cash
I do not have the money to pay those bills.
I'm goin' down for the last time, look out
I am about to fall or hit rock bottom, and it's going to be bad.
Sa-a-a-a-a-a-ave me
I plead for salvation and support from others.
Save me
Please help me get through this difficult phase.
Lyrics ยฉ Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Thomas Carl Keifer
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@maxxschneider5534
Love these guys. One of the best songs ever written. Great video. RIP Jeff
"Somebody Save Me"
When I was a young boy
they said you're only gettin' older
but how was I to know then
that they'd be cryin' on my shoulder
put your money in a big house
get yourself a pretty wife
She'll collect your life insurance
when she connects you with a knife
Somebody get the doctor,
I'm feelin' pretty poor,
somebody get the stretcher
before I hit the floor
Somebody save me
I lost my job, they kicked me out of my tree,
Somebody save me
save me
Everybody's got opinions
but nobody's got the answers
and the shit you ate for breakfast
well it'll only give ya cancer
We're runnin' in a circle
runnin' to the mornin' light
and if ya ain't quite workable
It's been one hell of a night
Somebody get the doctor,
I think I'm gonna crash
Never paid the bill
because I ain't got the cash
Somebody save me
I lost my job, they kicked me out of my tree,
Somebody save me
save me, look out
Save me
I lost my job, they kicked me out of my tree,
Somebody save me
Save me
Somebody save me
I'm goin' down for the last time, look out
Save me
Save me
@countrybootsgirl
My kid wanted to watch Cinderella, so I put this classic on. ๐
@dancnkc
That's the right way to introduce your kids to the classics, hehe.
@daveallen2012
I love it! A mother with a sense of humor!
@ConanObrien22
Clever lol
@ginad1494
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@williedeguzman4423
Nice
@ryanhessey3291
Cinderella takes me back to my youth. Still one of my top 10 favorite bands. I remember as a kid always sneaking my uncles Walkman and playing the hell out of his Cinderella tapes. From about 7 years old to 42 and I still love it!
@alexs6270
keep holding on
@oldsongs6688
My dad passed away yesterday and now I'm making a playlist with all the songs he loved and I remember him by. This is one of them. Thank you dad for showing me the greatest artists of all times. Loved, missed and never forgotten ๐ค๐ฅโค
@wayneperry7077
Sorry for your loss. Sounds like your dad had great taste in music !