Frankie Beverly started out singing gospel music in church as a schoolboy in Philadelphia. He has claimed that his first professional gig was a tour with The Silhouettes (famous for their 1958 hit Get A Job) when he was only twelve years old, but this is disputed by those associated with the group, whose members were never known to mention him while they were alive.[1]
As a teenager he formed The Blenders, a short-lived a cappella, doo-wop group that were influenced by The Dells, The Moonglows, and The Del Vikings. After that outfit dissolved, he founded The Butlers, which would be the first group he recorded with in 1963. As time passed, they caught the attention of the veteran producer Kenny Gamble, who eventually released recordings by the group.
It turned out that music performed by The Butlers did not fit into the "Philly Sound", and after some heavy touring, the group relocated to California. The unit was re-christened as Raw Soul and caught the attention of a sister-in-law to Marvin Gaye. He was so enamored by the act, he had them as an opening act at his shows. Gaye also convinced Beverly to have the band's name changed to Maze.
Beverly's onstage attire (all-white casual clothing, including slacks, long-sleeved shirt, and a baseball cap) has become his signature dress style over the years.
Joy and Pain
Frankie Beverly Lyrics
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Kind that lasts forever more so you thought it would
Suddenly the things you see got you hurt so bad, so bad
How come the things that make us happy make us sad
Well it seems to me that
Joy and pain are like sunshine and rain
Joy and pain are like sunshine and rain
Love can be bitter, love can be sweet
Sometimes devotion and sometimes deceit
The ones that you care for give you so much pain
Oh but it's alright they're both one in the same
Listen, don't it seem we go through life going up and down
Seems the things that turn you on turn you around
Always hurting each other if it ain't one thing it's another
When the world is down on you love's somewhere around
And I want you to know that
Joy and pain are like sunshine and rain
Joy and pain are like sunshine and rain
Joy and pain are like sunshine and rain
Joy and pain are like sunshine and rain
Over and over you can be sure
There will be sorrow but you will endure (you will endure)
Where there's a flower there's the sun and the rain
Oh but it's wonderful they're both one in the same
Joy and pain are like sunshine and rain
Joy and pain are like sunshine and rain
Joy and pain are like sunshine and rain
Joy and pain are like sunshine and rain
Joy and pain are like sunshine and rain
Joy
and Pain is a 1980s R&B classic by Maze featuring Frankie Beverly. The song is a bittersweet reflection on the nature of relationships, specifically the tension between joy and pain. The lyrics describe the initial euphoria of falling in love, followed by the inevitable pain and suffering that can come with relationships. Beverly sings about the paradoxical relationship between joy and pain, emphasizing that they are two sides of the same coin. The song suggests that joy and pain are both integral parts of the human experience, and that it is through these contrasting experiences that we learn and grow.
The lyrics of Joy and Pain are thought-provoking and deeply meaningful, reflecting the wisdom and insight that Beverly has gained through his life and musical career. The song has become an enduring classic, inspiring countless covers and interpretations over the years. One of the remarkable things about the song is its universal appeal, resonating with audiences of all ages and races. Through its simple yet profound lyrics and catchy melody, Joy and Pain has touched the hearts of millions of people around the world, and it continues to be a beloved classic of the R&B genre.
Line by Line Meaning
Remember when you first found love how you felt so good
Recalling the initial feeling of love and how amazing it made one feel
Kind that lasts forever more so you thought it would
Believing that love is everlasting and will always feel as blissful as the beginning
Suddenly the things you see got you hurt so bad, so bad
Being hurt by something that was once a source of happiness or joy
How come the things that make us happy make us sad
Questioning how things that once brought joy and happiness can suddenly lead to sadness
Well it seems to me that Joy and pain are like sunshine and rain
Drawing parallels between the coexistence and necessary balance of joy and pain with that of sunshine and rain
Love can be bitter, love can be sweet
Acknowledging that love can be both wonderful and painful
Sometimes devotion and sometimes deceit
Love can sometimes be genuine and sometimes be deceitful
The ones that you care for give you so much pain
It's common to feel pain from those we love and care about deeply
Oh but it's alright they're both one in the same
While joy and pain seem like opposites, they're actually intertwined and necessary for each other
Listen, don't it seem we go through life going up and down
Life seems to be a constant cycle of ups and downs
Seems the things that turn you on turn you around
Things that once brought excitement and happiness can now lead to disappointment or confusion
Always hurting each other if it ain't one thing it's another
Continuously causing harm to one another, even if it's unintentional
When the world is down on you love's somewhere around
Even when everything else seems to be going wrong, love is still present and can bring comfort
Over and over you can be sure, There will be sorrow but you will endure (you will endure)
Continuously experiencing sorrow and pain, but with the strength to make it through
Where there's a flower there's the sun and the rain
Highlighting the fact that both positive and negative experiences are required for growth and progress
Oh but it's wonderful they're both one in the same
Reiterating the idea that joy and pain are both necessary and contribute to a full and wonderful experience of life
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BILL PADLEY, JEREMY PETER GODFREY, RONAN KEATING
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I agree!
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we have enough pain
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Too true, my Brother
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