In 1960, the group known as The Four Lovers evolved into The Four Seasons. Its initial line-up featured Frankie Valli as the lead singer, Bob Gaudio (formerly of The Royal Teens) on keyboards and tenor vocals, Tommy DeVito on lead guitar and baritone vocals, and Nick Massi on bass guitar and bass vocals. Massi was replaced in 1965 by Charles Calello, who was in turn replaced later in 1965 by Joe Long on bass guitar and bass vocals.
Frankie Valli and Tommy DeVito had previously performed with Nick DeVito (Tommy's twin brother) alongside Hank Majewski as the aforementioned Four Lovers. As stated before, the Four Seasons released their first hit, titled "Sherry", in 1962. Under the guidance of producer and songwriter Bob Crewe, The Four Seasons followed up "Sherry" with several well-remembered hits, including "Big Girls Don't Cry", "Dawn", "Walk Like a Man", "Candy Girl" and "Save It for Me". Nick Massi left the Four Seasons in 1965 and was replaced by Joe Long, who became the mainstay on bass and backup vocals until 1976. Several more Top 10 singles followed, including "Let's Hang On", "Working My Way Back To You", "Can't Take My Eyes Off You" and "C'mon Marianne"; but by late 1967, the group's popularity was deteriorating, as public interest moved towards rock with a harder edge and more socially conscious lyrics. The group would, however, enjoy a brief revival in their popularity in the mid-1970s, with the hits "Who Loves You", "Swearin' to God" and their last number one hit "December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night)". Don Ciccone was a member of the Four Seasons in 1976 and was lead vocal on several songs, such as "Slip Away", "Let's Get It Right" and "Rhapsody". He played lead guitar.
The Four Seasons (group members 1961-1965) were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 and the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 1999. Jersey Boys, a musical play based on the lives of The Four Seasons, directed by Des McAnuff (The Who's Tommy, 700 Sundays) premiered at his La Jolla (California) Playhouse and opened on Broadway on November 6, 2005 to generally positive reviews. It won 2006 Tony Awards for Best Leading and Featured Actor in a Musical won by John Lloyd Young & Christian Hoff, Best Light Design in a Musical and Best Musical.
The group's music was one of many influences to the Jersey Shore sound of the 1970's and 1980's. However, by the 1980s, Frankie Valli was the only original group member left. Frankie Valli still tours today, performing many of The Four Seasons classic songs. Nick Massi died in 2000 of cancer. Despite Joe Long's extensive contributions to The Four Seasons, Joe Long remains the only member of the group's “definitive line-up” not inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio, most likely because he was not in the original group. Much controversy still exists over this decision, especially in light of the many top-10 hits the group had during his tenure.
Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow
Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons Lyrics
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You give your love so sweetly
Tonight, tonight the light of love is in your eyes my darling
But will you love me tomorrow?
Is this a lasting treasure
Or just a moment's pleasure?
Can I, can I believe the magic of your sighs my darling
Tonight with words unspoken
You say that I'm the only one
O-o-o-oh
But will my heart be broken
When the dark of night meets the morning sun
(When the night meets the morning sun)
I'd like to know that your love
Is just a love, is just a love I'm sure of
So tell (so tell) me now
And I won't ask again my darling
Will you still love me
Will you still love me
Will you still love me tomorrow?
So tell me now
And I won't ask again my darling
Will you still love me tomorrow?
Will you still love me tomorrow?
Will you still love me tomorrow?
Will you still love me tomorrow?
The lyrics of "Will You Love Me Tomorrow?" are a beautiful portrayal of the insecurities and fears that come with falling in love. The song is essentially about a woman asking her partner if he will still love her tomorrow. The first verse establishes the moment, with the woman feeling cherished and loved by her partner. The chorus then questions whether this love will last, or whether it is just a moment's pleasure.
The second verse furthers these concerns by exploring the idea of unspoken words of love. The woman is unsure whether her partner truly loves her, or whether she is just a passing fancy. She longs to know that his love for her is real and lasting, and begs him to tell her. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the weight of these questions and the importance of the answers.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of vulnerability and uncertainty, which is only heightened by the soaring harmonies of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. "Will You Love Me Tomorrow?" is a timeless classic, which speaks to anyone who has ever felt unsure about the future of their love.
Line by Line Meaning
Tonight you're mine completely
You're giving yourself to me fully at this moment in time.
You give your love so sweetly
Your love is kind and soft, giving me comfort and joy.
Tonight, tonight the light of love is in your eyes my darling
I can see the love that you have for me shining bright in your eyes tonight.
But will you love me tomorrow?
I'm unsure if your love for me will last beyond this night.
Is this a lasting treasure
I'm wondering if what we have is something that will stand the test of time.
Or just a moment's pleasure?
Or if it's just a fleeting moment of happiness.
Can I, can I believe the magic of your sighs my darling
I'm questioning if the sweet sounds you make are truly genuine and if I can believe in them.
Will you still love me tomorrow?
I'm asking again if your love for me will last beyond this night.
Tonight with words unspoken
We don't need to verbalize how we feel for each other at this moment.
You say that I'm the only one
Even though the words aren't spoken, you make me feel like I'm the only person in the world that matters.
But will my heart be broken
I'm worried that my heart will be shattered if your love doesn't last.
When the dark of night meets the morning sun
When the night is over and morning comes, I'm afraid of what the light may reveal about our relationship.
I'd like to know that your love
I want to feel secure in the fact that your love for me is real.
Is just a love, is just a love I'm sure of
I want to be certain that your love is the real thing.
So tell (so tell) me now
So please, just tell me the truth right now.
And I won't ask again my darling
If you answer honestly, I won't bring up the question again.
Will you still love me
Can you commit to loving me, even beyond tonight?
Will you still love me
I need to hear you say it again.
Will you still love me tomorrow?
Can you honestly say that you will still love me tomorrow and in the days to come?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gerry Goffin, Carole King
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@omarruiz5441
Tonight you're mine, completely
You give your soul so sweetly
Tonight the light of love is in your eyes
But will you love me tomorrow
Is this a lasting treasure
Or just a moment's pleasure
Can I believe the magic in your sighs
And will you still love me tomorrow
Tonight with words unspoken
You say that I'm the only one
But will my heart be broken
When the night meets the morning sun
I'd like to know if your love
Is a love I can be sure of
So tell me now and I won't ask again
Will you still love me tomorrow
Will you still love me tomorrow
Will you still love me tomorrow
@gwynethpound3841
God I loved the Four Seasons, Frankie Valli wow what a voice gives me goosebumps.
@roylafountain5478
My God.....they kill it on this song. Truly, the best arrangement of the Carole King classic.
@anthonycolatrella2438
Typical Four Season record--great production, fabulous arrangement, wonderful instrumentation, fantastic backup vocal harmony and, of course, the sensational lead vocals of Frankie Valli---they even make covers sound like their own classics!! Truly unique sound!!!!
@robertvavra414
Very ornate instrumentation. The organ, harpsichord, string quartet, and Coral electric sitar take turns backing the lead vocal, along with really intricate vocal harmonies. This recording made the charts in early 1968 in Lincoln, NE.
@MusoMaker-SouthAfrica
@@robertvavra414 Robert, I like your analysis of the instrumentation and various instruments backing the vocals. As I commented earlier this is probably the best arrangement of Carole King's classic. I was knocked out by this production when I first heard it decades ago. The instrumentation and combination of strings, bass guitar, harmonies and Frankie’s voice make for an unforgettable production.
@MusoMaker-SouthAfrica
Andy thanks for posting this original at the correct speed. That semitone does make a great difference especially on a production like this which is probably the best arrangement of Carole King's classic. I was knocked out by this production when I first heard it decades ago. The instrumentation and combination of strings, bass guitar, harmonies and Frankie’s voice make for an unforgettable production.
@John923T
This song always gives me the chills...especially when the violin comes a Frankie's falsetto voice hits it's peak pure joy & feeling.
I have listened to this 5 times it brings me back to my childhood when I had girlfriends & these songs would hit the radio & the emotions would creep in.
Wonderful music & still a classic tune, with harmonies that stand the true test of time.
Peace & Love friends
@paulharvey6216
This song does the same thing to me I was 14 when it came out when the puppy love was just kicking in I love that same part you mentioned it always hits me a certain way and makes you happy!
@robertvavra414
@@paulharvey6216 Yeah, a few songs function like minature "time machines" and bring back vivid memories.
@paulharvey6216
@@robertvavra414 Robert you aren't kidding after,the wife goes to bed I put the headphones and Im back in MY GTO CRUISING IN 1969 old tunes blaring outwit the top downcruising for girls!!!!!!! Wanted a time machine for real LOL !!!