1) In 1992, an artist by name of Hope whose real name is David Hope appeared with a song called "Generations" with a follow up song in 1993 called "Tree Frog". Remixed by Hot Tracks in 1994 and appears Roadkill! 1.09 (1994) and Hot Tracks 15th Anniversary Edition 17 CD Set.
2) English pop group, formed in 1988 after The Visitors split up. Arguably more successful as they apart from releasing a flexi also cut a vinyl 7" for the now legendary German label A Turntable Friend. That single, called "Funny", came out in 1992.
3) The Los Angeles-based vocalist Hope song-cries with a humble, quiet-fire lucidity-- as autumnal as apple juice but as clear as the rain. Her voice, breathy and bittersweet, occasionally cracks Crow-esque, but is ultimately distinguished by an earthier, spiritual sheen that comes feathered in two shades of pain and survivor-guilt soulfulness. Any skepticism concerning Hope's sonic sorcery is purged once you lean into her sound's religion and let the lullabies wash over you like a promise. "The Rain Don't Last", Hope's new single, does just that. Insightful lyrics loom like some silent peninsula, over minimalist, acoustic-soul strumming. The mood here, while at first melancholic, soon shifts to... well...hopeful, as the recent Atlantic signee reminds us that while the sun may not always shine, it's best to just "let it go." Granted, the whole "chin up" theme has been touched before-- it's practically legal tender. Hope, however, manages to take the cliche and, in her breezy alto, make it sound like the blissful riddle to someone's math-encrypted void. Peace and piety seem only a mother's kiss away. [Will Dukes] A clear voice, a pure new sound, a petite musical messiahNo other name could be more fitting for the beautiful lady who has become something of a legend for music lovers everywhere. Whether its her gentle melodies that merge rock and soul, or sultry vocals over her acoustic guitar, her incomparable soothing voice says it all. Hope is like a breath of fresh air in step with the rhythms of life. Her harmony is so pure and her voice so sweet that it melts your soul. Hope is clearly a musical genius. When you hear her, expect musical boundaries to disappear. Her Debut CD -- Hope -- is soul-baring storytelling set to music at its best. Each song is a delicately crafted blend of lyrical imagery, sultry rhythms, pure vocals, and universal truths. As one of her adoring fans says: Hope is the searing voice of the collective imagination.Her subtle strength is her ability to capture the human experience and translate it into song.
To find out more about Hope visit: http://www.myspace.com/hearhope
4) A British girl group created by ITV1 talent show The X Factor in 2007. The group, consist of Charlie Mole , Emily Biggs, Leah Lauder, Phoebe Brown and Raquelle Gracie. They originally auditioned for The X Factor as soloists but failed to make it past bootcamp. Louis Walsh thought the girls would be good as a group thus Hope were greated. They were mentored by Simon Cowell on the show and came 5th place overall.
Since The X Factor Hope have signed a management deal with Solo Management, and have been performing at gigs all over the UK supporting Westlife and Boyzone on tour and also made an appearance on the Isle of Wight Festival 2008!
5) Hope are an exciting new Swedish band with members who have a strong pedigree in the rock music industry, and lead vocalist Henrik Thomsen has kept his best songs till now! Thomsen is the principal songwriter of the band and he certainly knows how to pen a song with plenty of melody. The structure is what you would expect from a Swedish rock band with a background such as theirs, and the sound just flows effortlessly. Strangely, in places they have a leaning towards early Bryan Adams (Reckless period) which is no bad thing and the addition of respected musician Jim Jidhead (solo, Alien) in the songwriting department especially makes “Bring down the Stars” a song to remember.
6) Canadian Punk Rock band under the name Hope.
7) A band from Lacrosse, Wisconsin that was active from 1970-1972. The line-up consisted of Jeff Cozy on vocals, drums and percussion, James Croegaert on vocals and keyboards, Wayne McKibbin on vocals and guitar, Boyd Sibley on vocals and keyboards and finally David Slug on vocals and bass. They released a 7" single titled "Greenhouse / Of Times You Can See"
8) Japanese grindcore. Active between late 90's to 2003(?). Released a 7" split with fellow Jap grinders Cunt 'N Bananaaz and a split tape with a band called "Gore" and some songs on various compilations
9) A White Nationalist rapper from Raleigh, NC. Also known as White Hope. Released the album "Hope for the Future" in 1995 on Rampage Records.
The rain don't last
Hope Lyrics
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Could it be the world's gone colder?
Baby, I'm a losing soul
The more I try it just gets harder
And my pain is getting old
Somebody said that nothing lasts forever
Just the storm so I've been told
But it seems that when it rains it pours
And you know the rain won't last forever
And you know the storm won't always flow
But if the sun don't shine forever
You gotta let it go
Sometimes my burdens get so heavy
And it seems too hard to bear
Sometimes I feel so empty
And it feels like no one's there
Somebody said that nothing lasts forever
Just the storm so I've been told
But it seems that when it rains it pours
And you know the rain won't last forever
And you know the storm won't always flow
But if the sun don't shine forever
You gotta let it go
And you gotta let it go...
And you gotta let it go...
Mmmm... Mmm... oohhmmm...
In the song "The Rain Don't Last" by Hope, the lyrics describe the struggle of dealing with the hardships in life. The song depicts a feeling of hopelessness and despair, as the singer's troubles keep mounting, making it difficult to cope. The opening lines of "Could it be the world's gone colder? Baby, I'm a losing soul" imply a sense of isolation and detachment from the world around, as if nobody can empathize with the singer's plight. As the chorus suggests, despite this tumultuous period, the rain won't last forever. It is a reminder to stay strong and persevere even when life seems the darkest.
The repeated line, "somebody said that nothing lasts forever, just the storm so I've been told" further emphasizes the ephemeral nature of struggles, and how they will eventually subside. It’s a common phrase to remind people that no matter how difficult life may seem, it will always come to an end. The line "And you know the storm won't always flow" closes out the chorus and gives the singer hope that the hardship they are currently facing will one day be a distant memory.
Overall, the lyrics for "The Rain Don't Last" by Hope offer a message of hope amidst dark times. The song encourages the listener to keep holding on, reminding them that even the heaviest of burdens will eventually lift.
Line by Line Meaning
Could it be the world's gone colder?
I'm feeling disconnected from the world, like it's changed around me
Baby, I'm a losing soul
I feel lost and defeated - like I'm not winning at life
The more I try it just gets harder
Despite my efforts, I'm not making progress - things are even harder than before
And my pain is getting old
I'm tired of feeling hurt and sad all the time
Somebody said that nothing lasts forever
I know intellectually that things will change eventually - nothing stays the same forever
Just the storm so I've been told
This feeling of sadness and pain won't last forever - it's a temporary phase
But it seems that when it rains it pours
Sometimes life gets harder all at once - it feels like everything is going wrong and piling up
And you know the rain won't last forever
I can take comfort in the fact that this hard time won't last forever
And you know the storm won't always flow
Eventually, this difficult period in my life will pass
But if the sun don't shine forever
If things don't get better, I'll have to figure out how to move on
You gotta let it go
I have to accept that sometimes things don't work out and move on from them
Sometimes my burdens get so heavy
The weight of my problems and struggles can feel overwhelming
And it seems too hard to bear
I feel like I can't handle the difficulties I'm facing
Sometimes I feel so empty
I feel like there's a hole inside of me that can't be filled
And it feels like no one's there
I feel alone and isolated in my struggles
And you gotta let it go...
I need to keep reminding myself to move on from the difficult things in my life
Mmmm... Mmm... oohhmmm...
Some soothing sounds to tie everything together
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Mmmm... Mmm... oohhmmm...
Could it be the world's gone colder?
Baby, I'm a losing soul
The more I try it just gets harder
And my pain is getting old
Somebody said that nothing lasts forever
Just the storm so I've been told
But it seems that when it rains it pours
And you know the rain won't last forever
And you know the storm won't always flow
But if the sun don't shine forever
You gotta let it go
Sometimes my burdens get so heavy
And it seems too hard to bear
Sometimes I feel so empty
And it feels like no one's there
Somebody said that nothing lasts forever
Just the storm so I've been told
But it seems that when it rains it pours
And you know the rain won't last forever
And you know the storm won't always flow
But if the sun don't shine forever
You gotta let it go
And you gotta let it go...
And you gotta let it go...
Mmmm... Mmm... oohhmmm...
Jhenya Lovering
I was invited to a friend's party in LA and walked into the backyard at night just in time to catch her singing this song in front of a firepit. I was blown away. Sweet too, relatable, and, of course, so talented.
Diablo
So lucky 🖤
Adrienne D'Ambra
Crazy to me that she never made it big. She’s got it
Gaby Banderas
Loved this album in high school, loved it through college, and now sing the songs to my daughter at bedtime. But for some reason I can't play it on Spotify anymore :(
oO5 Dynasty
Still listening to this in 2022 Thumbs up👍
StrengthInYah!
Agreed 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙🥰🥰🥰
Lakisha Coulter
This song has gotten me thru some pretty tough times 💓
whatshername
raped as a kid for years,abandoned by both parents as i got older because of it,suffering mental illness,suicide attempts,drugs prostitution,homelessness and complete loneliness.just me and my dogs and luckily now,a nice little apartment:)i listen to this and i can relate so much.to all those out there going through rough times,sending you all so much love.the rain don't last forever,hang in there:)
Thomas King
Who's still listens to this 2022
Justin Ruel
Right here! Been listening since I was 18 and now I’m 34. lighthouse is by far my favorite song her voice is absolutely amazing!