The Young Rascals had a minor hit with "I Ain't Gonna Eat Out My Heart Anymore" (1965), followed by the #1 single "Good Lovin'" (1966, originally by The Olympics). Then the band's songwriting team of Brigati and Cavaliere began providing most of their songs, and the hits kept coming for the next two years, including "I've Been Lonely Too Long", "You Better Run", "Groovin'" (#1, 1967), "It's Wonderful", "A Girl Like You", "How Can I Be Sure?" (which David Cassidy would record in 1972 for a #1 hit in the United Kingdom) and "A Beautiful Morning" (1968).
Guitarist Gene Cornish provided several songs of his own, such as "I'm Gonna Love You" and "No Love To Give."
In early 1968, the group dropped the "Young" from their name.
The Rascals' best work arguably came from their 1968 album Once Upon A Dream, which featured several leads each from Brigati and Cavaliere. Though the only success for a single on the album was "It's Wonderful" (#20 on the US charts), the album utilized frequent instrumentals, and peaked at #9 on the album charts. The album was praised by some critics for such songs as "Rainy Day", "My World" and the title track. Understandably, the song "My Hawaii" became a top of the charts hit in Hawaii.
Time Peace: The Rascals' Greatest Hits, released in mid-1968, topped the album chart and became the group's best-selling album. The same year, "People Got to Be Free", a horn-punctuated plea for racial tolerance (the band was known for refusing to tour on segregated bills) and their third U.S. #1 single, was also their final Top Ten hit.
Later singles and albums were not as popular, with only two top-40 releases in 1969, and none afterward.
In 1970, Brigati left the group, followed by Cornish in 1971. The last album with them as active members was Search & Nearness (hitting #198 in the U.S.), which featured Brigati's last performances as a member singing lead on the Cornish-penned "You Don't Know" and their cover of The Box Tops hit "The Letter". The only single release from the album was the spiritually-themed "Glory, Glory" (#58 in the US), with backing vocals by The Sweet Inspirations.
Cavaliere shifted toward more jazz and gospel influenced writing; he and Danelli released two more albums on Columbia Records as The Rascals, Peaceful World (U.S. #122) and The Island Of Real (U.S. #180), using other musicians and singers. These albums didn't sell as well as their earlier work and the group finally disbanded in 1972.
Cavaliere released several solo albums throughout the 1970s. Brigati, with his brother David, released Lost in the Wilderness in 1976. Cornish and Danelli worked together in other groups, including Bulldog and Fotomaker. In 1982, Cavaliere and Danelli joined Steve Van Zandt in Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul for the group's first two albums.
Home Sweet Home
Rascals Lyrics
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She's up in her dorm
Studyin' for her midterms
She's had one of those weeks
Where the world it seems is against her
Right on cue a picture pops up on her laptop
She can't pick her cell phone up fast enough
Some "hey mom and dad what's goin' on?"
I'm just checkin' in
No, there ain't nothing wrong
Sometimes you just need a little home
Well, he's tired
Sits down in the sand
Shoe box in his hand
Half a world away
And he smiles
When he sees who it's from
He lays down his gun
No, he can't wait
Cards and letters and something sweet
He takes a bite and reads
How everybody sends their love and he tears up
Sometimes you just need a little home
A little let you know you're not alone
To carry in your heart
And keep your spirit strong
Sometimes you just need a little home
Sometimes
I'd like to drive back through that little town
Sometimes
And get my feet back on
Get my feet back on the ground
Sometimes you just need a little home
A little "hey, you've been gone way too long"
Yeah, way too long
No matter how grown up you get
Oh, no matter how far you roam
Sometimes you just need a little home
Home sweet home
Sometimes you just need a little home
"Hey, mom and dad, what's goin' on?”
The song "Home Sweet Home" by Rascal Flatts is a beautiful ballad that speaks to the universal desire for comfort and familiarity, especially during times of stress or hardship. The lyrics focus on two different people in different situations who are both in need of a little reminder of home. The first verse tells the story of a college student who is struggling with midterms and feeling overwhelmed. When she sees a picture from home, she is reminded of the love and support of her family and feels a little less alone. The second verse tells the story of a soldier who is serving overseas and receives a care package from home. As he reads cards and letters from his loved ones, he is reminded of why he is fighting for his country and finds strength in the knowledge that he is not alone.
The chorus of the song repeats the idea that sometimes you just need a little bit of home to feel better. Home represents safety, security, and the love of family and friends. It is a grounding force that can help us get through difficult times and remind us of our purpose and our values. The bridge of the song adds a personal touch, as the singer reflects on their own desire to go back home and feel the comfort of the familiar, no matter how much they grow or how far they go from their roots.
Overall, "Home Sweet Home" is a beautiful song that speaks to the human need for connection and comfort. It reminds us that even when we are far from home, we can still carry the love and support of our family and friends with us.
Line by Line Meaning
Fifth floor
She's studying in her dorm room on the fifth floor of her college.
She's up in her dorm
She's in her dorm room.
Studyin' for her midterms
She's preparing for her mid-term exams.
She's had one of those weeks
She's had a bad week.
Where the world it seems is against her
She feels like everything is going wrong.
Right on cue a picture pops up on her laptop
She receives a photo notification on her laptop.
She can't pick her cell phone up fast enough
She rushes to pick up her phone.
Sometimes you just need a little home
Sometimes you need to reconnect with your loved ones to feel better.
Some 'hey mom and dad what's goin' on?'
To ask about what's happening at home.
I'm just checkin' in
To make sure everything's okay.
No, there ain't nothing wrong
To reassure them that everything is fine.
Well, he's tired
He's exhausted.
Sits down in the sand
He takes a seat in the sand.
Shoe box in his hand
He's holding a shoebox.
Half a world away
He's far away from home.
And he smiles
He smiles.
When he sees who it's from
He's happy to see the sender right away.
He lays down his gun
He takes a break from his duties.
No, he can't wait
He's excited to open the box.
Cards and letters and something sweet
The box contains cards, letters, and something sweet.
He takes a bite and reads
He eats and simultaneously reads the contents.
How everybody sends their love and he tears up
He's moved to tears by the love sent from everyone.
A little let you know you're not alone
Sometimes all you need is a reminder that you're not alone in this.
To carry in your heart
Something to keep with you at all times.
And keep your spirit strong
To keep you motivated and uplifted.
Sometimes
There will be times when
I'd like to drive back through that little town
He'd like to revisit a small town he knows.
And get my feet back on
He wants to feel grounded.
Get my feet back on the ground
To regain stability.
A little 'hey, you've been gone way too long'
To remind him of the time and distance he's been away.
No matter how grown up you get
No matter how old you are.
Oh, no matter how far you roam
No matter how far you travel.
Home sweet home
There's no place like home.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: NEIL THRASHER, ASHLEY GORLEY, KELLEY LOVELACE
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