1 - The band ma… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least three bands using the name "Glad"
1 - The band making the most longstanding use of the name is a contemporary Christian band (and often, a cappella ensemble) formed in 1972 on the campus of West Chester State University of Pennsylvania when singer Ed Nalle auditioned for a new Christian band. Nalle would write and produce much of GLAD's early material in addition to his role as lead vocalist. The other members (from Temple University in Philadelphia) were Bob Kauflin (keyboards, vocals), T. Coble (bass, vocals), John Bolles (guitar, vocals), and Brad Curry (drums). The group's name was chosen from a poll taken at a shopping mall. Playing over 200 dates annually at college campuses, churches and concert halls throughout the United States, GLAD released their first two albums on Myrrh Records in 1978 and 1980.
"The Reason" (on Beyond a Star) was their first a cappella song, which they subsequently re-recorded for their 1988 watershed album, The Acapella Project. That album was released with some trepidation because there was no track record in the genre for the Christian market, but it proved tremendously popular (selling over 400,000 copies), and received a Dove Award nomination and a Billboard Critic's Choice Award. Since that time, GLAD has alternated band and a cappella recordings and increased their admirers, evidenced by new groups that are obviously influenced by the group's elaborate, multilayered sound.
GLAD ventured into the mainstream with their 1995 release, A Cappella Gershwin (featuring some arrangements by the legendary Gene Puerling), which set the a cappella world buzzing and helped introduce their music to a wider audience.
GLAD's current lineup includes Nalle and longtime members Chris Davis (a musician with a strong background in classical and electric guitar, plus session work in the Northwest) and John Gates (an experienced studio percussionist who backed Gladys Knight & the Pips, Frankie and the Knockouts, and others), plus alternating keyboardists Paul Langford and Don Pardoe. Kauflin and Don Hart are the group's primary a cappella arrangers. Recently, the group has released recordings inspired by the writings of John Piper and the worship music of Sovereign Grace Ministries (formerly PDI).
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2 - The second band calling itself Glad is Timothy B. Schmit's band, who made one album in 1968 before he left to join Poco and become a leading figure in the development and evolution of Country Rock.
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3 - Third, Glad is also the name of a little-known UK indie band. Formed in Oxford in 1988, the band that was to become Glad changed their name more often than their underwear. Settling on Smitty’s Chopper for their first gig, the band’s original line-up was Mark Jordan (bass & vocals), Tony Greenham (guitar), Jon Williams (guitar), Will Crerar (drums) and John Tabinor (vocals). Jordan soon took over as main vocalist with Tabinor opting to leave rather than become an embarrassing appendage. The band’s name gradually morphed into Paisley Nightmare and Angus-Boyd Heron was recruited on bass, leaving Jordan free to focus on his frontman persona. After a final, Madchester-inspired name change to Glad and a personnel change in the drumming department, the band split in 1992.
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Beautiful Love Song
Glad Lyrics
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Kanulalo dhaagani nireekshanam lo
Natho Yedho Annava,
Thegi Thegi Palike Swaram swaram lo, Thelupaka thelipe ayomayam lo,
Naa Lo Mounam Vinnaava,
Naalaane Nuvvu Unnaavaa...
Mana Kadha Beautiful Love, Mana Kadha beautiful love,
Padha Padha Find The Meaning, Live the feeling of beautiful love,
Mana Kadha Beautiful Love,
Live The Feeling Of Beautiful Love,
(Instrumental Music) yemindi inthalo na gunde lothulo
Yennadu Lenidhee Kalavaram,
Kanubomma Villutho Visiraavo Yemito, Sootiga Naatagaa sumasaram,
Thagilina Thiyyanaina Gaayam,
Palikina Haayi Kooni Raagam,
Chilipiga Praayamaa Meluko Annado, yem jaraganundo yemo eepaina
Mana Kadha Beautiful Love
Mana Kadha Beautiful Love,
Live The Feeling Of Beautiful Love,
Mana Kadha Beautiful Love
Padha Padha Find The Meaning,
Live The Feeling Of Beautiful Love,
Beautiful... Beautiful... Beautiful... Love...
Beautiful... Beautiful... Beautiful... Love... Beautiful...
Beautiful... Beautiful... Love... Beautiful... Beautiful... Beautiful... Love...
Niganigalaadenu Kanam Kanam, Nee oopiri Thaakina,
Kshanam Kshanam Lo,
Naa Thalape Valapai Meriselaa,
Mana Prema Pravaaham Manoharam,
Prathi Malupu Gelupai Pilichela,
Baavundi Neetho Ee Prayanam,
Mana Kadha Beautiful Love, Mana Kadha Beautiful Love,
Padha Padha Find The Meaning,
Live The Feeling Of Beautiful Love,
Mana Kadha Beautiful Love, Mana Kadha Beautiful Love,
Padha Padha Find The Meaning,
Live The Feeling Of Beautiful Love. End
The Telugu lyrics of the song "Beautiful Love Song" by Glad speak about the nuances of love, describing various ways in which one can experience love. The song begins with the lines "Pedhavulu Dhaatani Padham Padham Lo, Kanulalo dhaagani nireekshanam lo" which roughly translate to "In each and every step, in every glance, I see you." The singer goes on to describe how they share a special connection with their partner, and they can hear their voice in every note of a song.
The second part of the song speaks about how the singer has been touched by the beauty of love, and it has left a lasting impression on them. They sing about the moments they have shared with their loved one, and how every moment has been special. They express their desire to find the true meaning of love and live the feeling of beautiful love. The song's message is one of love, beauty, and the significance of emotions, and it emphasizes the importance of cherishing every moment of one's love story.
Line by Line Meaning
Pedhavulu Dhaatani Padham Padham Lo
In every step of my journey, I see the presence of my beloved
Kanulalo dhaagani nireekshanam lo
In the reflection of my eyes, I see the image of my beloved
Natho Yedho Annava,
You came with me, holding my hand,
Thegi Thegi Palike Swaram swaram lo, Thelupaka thelipe ayomayam lo,
As we walk together, the music of our love and the joy of discovering each other intertwine
Naa Lo Mounam Vinnaava,
You unlocked the silence within me
Naalaane Nuvvu Unnaavaa...
It feels like you were always there with me
Mana Kadha Beautiful Love, Mana Kadha beautiful love,
Our love story is beautiful
Padha Padha Find The Meaning, Live the feeling of beautiful love,
Let's cherish and live every moment of our beautiful love
Mana Kadha Beautiful Love,
Our love is truly beautiful
Mana Kadha Beautiful Love,
Our love is truly beautiful
Live The Feeling Of Beautiful Love,
Let's live every moment of our beautiful love
(Instrumental Music) yemindi inthalo na gunde lothulo
In this moment, I feel my heart and soul come alive
Yennadu Lenidhee Kalavaram,
There's no limit to the art of love
Kanubomma Villutho Visiraavo Yemito, Sootiga Naatagaa sumasaram,
With a graceful dance of love, we sway together in harmony
Thagilina Thiyyanaina Gaayam,
Our songs of love embrace each other's vulnerabilities
Palikina Haayi Kooni Raagam,
Our melodious love story is full of surprises
Chilipiga Praayamaa Meluko Annado, yem jaraganundo yemo eepaina
Let's seek solace in each other's love, no matter what may come our way
Niganigalaadenu Kanam Kanam, Nee oopiri Thaakina,
I see the world in a new light, ever since I encountered your breath
Kshanam Kshanam Lo, Naa Thalape Valapai Meriselaa,
In every moment, my heart beats for you
Mana Prema Pravaaham Manoharam,
Our love is enchantingly flowing
Prathi Malupu Gelupai Pilichela,
Our love overcomes every challenge
Baavundi Neetho Ee Prayanam,
I am happy to journey with you
Mana Kadha Beautiful Love, Mana Kadha Beautiful Love,
Our love is truly beautiful
Padha Padha Find The Meaning, Live the feeling of beautiful love,
Let's cherish and live every moment of our beautiful love
Mana Kadha Beautiful Love, Mana Kadha Beautiful Love,
Our love is truly beautiful
Padha Padha Find The Meaning, Live the feeling of beautiful love.
Let's cherish and live every moment of our beautiful love
Contributed by Annabelle B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
John-Marylou Wells
on There Is Hope
2nd stanza, 2nd line should read " And lives shared for years fall apart"
Dan Roman
on The Reason
Wrong lyrics!