At the age of 13, Klugh was captivated by the guitar playing of Chet Atkins when he made an appearance on the Perry Como Show. He has since been a guest on several Atkins albums. Atkins, reciprocating as well, joined Earl on his Magic In Your Eyes album. Klugh was also influenced by Bob James, Ray Parker Jr, Wes Montgomery and Laurindo Almeida. His sound is a blend of these jazz, pop and rhythm' and blues influences, forming a potpourri of sweet contemporary music original to only him.
Klugh became a guitar instructor at the young age of 15, and was eventually discovered by Yusef Lateef. His career rapidly progressed to working with the likes of George Benson, George Shearing, Chick Corea, and many others. Like several other Detroit-bred entertainers, Klugh attended Mumford High School (Michigan).
For their album One on One, Klugh and Bob James received a Grammy award for Best Pop Instrumental Performance of 1981. He has since received 13 Grammy nods, millions of record and CD sales, and continues touring worldwide to this day.
Laughter In The Rain
Earl Klugh Lyrics
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It starts to rain, it begins to pour.
Without an umbrella we're soaked to the skin.
I feel a shiver run up my spine.
I feel the warmth of her hand in mine.
Oo, I hear laughter in the rain,
Walking hand in hand with the one I love.
After a while we run under a tree.
I turn to her and she kisses me.
There with the beat of the rain on the leaves
Softly she breathes and I close my eyes.
Sharing our love under stormy skies.
Oo, I hear laughter in the rain,
Walking hand in hand with the one I love.
Oo, how I love the rainy days and the happy way I feel inside.
I feel the warmth of her hand in mine.
Oo, I hear laughter in the rain,
Walking hand in hand with the one I love.
Oo, how I love the rainy days and the happy way I feel inside.
Oo, I hear laughter in the rain,
Walking hand in hand with the one I love.
Oo, how I love the rainy days and the happy way I feel inside.
Oo, I hear laughter in the rain,
Walking hand in hand with the one I love.
Oo, how I love the rainy days and the happy way I feel inside.
Oo, I hear laughter in the rain,
Walking hand in hand with the one I love.
Oo, how I love the rainy days and the happy way I feelinside
The lyrics of Earl Klugh's "Laughter In The Rain" depict a romantic scene where the singer is taking a stroll in the countryside with their significant other. As the rain starts to pour, they have no umbrella, and they get soaked to the skin. Despite this, the singer reflects on feeling a warm shiver and the comforting touch of their partner's hand. They hear laughter in the rain and the lyrics talk about how they love the rainy days and the happy way they feel inside.
The chorus repeats this idea of the happiness and love the singer feels when they are with their partner in the rain. The second verse describes how they both hide under a tree to escape the rain and share a moment when the partner kisses the singer. The rain mixes with their shared love, and they breathe softly, enjoying each other's company despite the stormy skies.
Overall, the song suggests that love can provide comfort and happiness even in difficult moments, and that there is something special about sharing the experience of the rain with someone you love.
Line by Line Meaning
Strolling along country roads with my baby.
I am walking leisurely with my partner by my side along the serene countryside roads.
It starts to rain, it begins to pour.
Suddenly, an outpour of rain begins to fall heavily due to the change in weather conditions.
Without an umbrella we're soaked to the skin.
Since we did not have an umbrella with us, our clothes are completely drenched due to the intensity of the rainfall.
I feel a shiver run up my spine.
A sudden trembling feeling runs through me either due to the coldness of the rain or the building excitement of being with my partner in the rain.
I feel the warmth of her hand in mine.
Despite being soaking wet, holding my partner's hand gives me a feeling of warmth and comfort.
Oo, I hear laughter in the rain,
Amidst the heavy downpour, I can hear the joyful sound of laughter, possibly from my partner or people around us.
Walking hand in hand with the one I love.
I am walking intimately together with my significant other, sharing this moment with them.
Oo, how I love the rainy days and the happy way I feel inside.
I really enjoy these types of days that bring me joy, such as this moment with my loved one under the rain.
After a while we run under a tree.
Eventually, we seek refuge under a nearby tree to avoid getting more soaked by the rain.
I turn to her and she kisses me.
As I face my partner, they express their affection towards me with a kiss.
There with the beat of the rain on the leaves.
The sound of the rain dropping on the tree's leaves creates a rhythmic beat in the background.
Softly she breathes and I close my eyes.
As we embrace each other under the tree, I can feel my partner's soft breath and I close my eyes in contentment.
Sharing our love under stormy skies.
Despite the less than ideal weather, we continue to share our love together, strengthening our bond and commitment.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management
Written by: NEIL SEDAKA, PHIL CODY
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Erma Durbin
Klugh and Sedaka what a combo. Earl Klugh does play the best music. You can feel the emotion of the song come through his fingertips.
Daniel Israel
Don't forget about Lea Roberts.
John Mead
I've had the pleasure of hearing him in concert with Bob James (before his Two of a Kind album came out), and also living near his offce in Southfield, Michigan (before he relocated to ATL). Gotta tell ya, the man is truly as nice a person as his music! Humble, even a little shy, and oh so down to earth...Dear God, can we please have a few more Earl Klughs on our planet?
Mazilan Jalal
This instrumental version of Laughter In The Rain by Neil Sedaka performed by Earl Klugh is a gem. I could listen to it Endlessly.
Sibanesethu Sibanda
You could cry tears of wonderment & ecstacy listening to him play his guitar... 💖💖💖 Earl Klugh & Neil Sedaka are legends 👑👑🐐🐐
gaurav91011
The great thing about this song is it's so upbeat and has this cheerful air about it. A fantastic listen!!
Max Palan
Earl Klugh makes the sun shine with his guitar!!!
kongaroo77
Amazing how his music always sounds so fresh and moving!!
roostapiheru
The world wouldn't be the same without a guitarplayer like Earl!
Daniel Agui
First heard Earl Klugh back in 1980.Since then I started collecting his albums.Great sound.