As of 2007, Joey Bishop is the only male member of the Rat Pack who is still alive.
2) In 1984, RAT PACK singer/founder Matt Ratt was covering the vocal duties for Rich Kids on LSD, while singer Jason Sears was away on "medical leave". During this time Rich Kids on LSD was signed on to record for the now infamous"NARDCORE" album on Mystic Records. Just prior to recording, Jason returned from his leave of absense. So left with the dilema of an album to record, and suddenly no band, Matt was told to throw something together quickly and record for the album anyway. So after a few rehearsals with Chris Rest and Alpo D.(borrowed from Rich Kids on LSD) Dave Casillas from STALAG 13 and Mike Torres from NARTHEX STRUCTURE, RAT PACK was born! Although originaly only meant to be a recording project for the NARDCORE album, RAT PACK ended up doing three records for Mystic, 1985's self titled 7", 1987's "Ice Cream Acid and Cigarettes" 7" and 1990's self titled full length Lp. Through the years RAT PACK has gone through long periods of hibernation, with many line up changes...people that have played in and recorded with RAT PACK include current and former members of bands such as NOFX, SOCIAL DISTORTION, STALAG 13, ADOLESCENTS, D.I., SUGAR CULT, HOLLYWOOD HATE, FOO FIGHTERS, Rubber Neck, LAGWAGON, Rich Kids on LSD, NO USE FOR A NAME, and ME FIRST AND THE GIMME GIMMES.
Volare
Rat Pack Lyrics
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Cantare, oh oh oh oh
Let's fly way up to the clouds
Away from the maddening crowds
We can sing in the glow of a star that I know of
Where lovers enjoy peace of mind
Let us leave the confusion and all disillusion behind
Just like bird of a feather, a rainbow together we'll find
Volare, oh oh
E contare, oh oh oh oh
No wonder my happy heart sings
Your love has given me wings
Penso che un sogno cosi non ritorni mai piu
Mi dipingevo le mani e la faccia di blu
Poi d'improvviso venivo dal vento rapito
E incominciavo a volare nel cielo infinito
Volare, oh oh
E contare, oh oh oh oh
Nel blu, dipinto di blu
Felice di stare lassu
E volavo, volavo felice piu in alto del sole ed ancora piu su
Mentre il mondo pian piano spariva lontano laggiu
Una musica dolce suonava soltanto per me
Volare, oh oh
E cantare, oh oh oh oh
No wonder my happy heart sings
Your love has given me wings
Nel blu, dipinto di blu
Felice di stare lassu
The song Volare by the Rat Pack is a classic Italian song that has become a staple in pop culture. The song is about wanting to escape from the mundane world and fly away to a place where there is peace, love, and happiness. The lyrics describe the desire to leave behind all the confusion and disillusionment and find a place of blissful existence. The chorus of the song repeats the word "Volare" which means "to fly" and "Cantare" which means "to sing" emphasizing the desire to soar high and sing joyfully.
The second verse takes the listener on a dreamlike journey where the singer is swept away by the wind and taken on a flight above the clouds. The phrase "Penso che un sogno cosi non ritorni mai piu" translates to "I think such a dream will never happen again" reinforces the idea that this is a utopian escape from reality. The song also highlights the romanticism of flying with a lover; the phrase "Where lovers enjoy peace of mind" offers a charming image of two people flying along in perfect harmony finding a place in the sky where they can be alone.
Overall, the song "Volare" is a love song to a romantic dream world, touching on themes of escapism, happiness, and freedom. It is sung passionately by the Rat Pack, and the melody is sweet and catchy, making it a favorite for generations.
Line by Line Meaning
Volare, oh oh
Let's fly, oh oh
Cantare, oh oh oh oh
And sing, oh oh oh oh
Let's fly way up to the clouds
Let's soar high into the sky
Away from the maddening crowds
Away from the chaotic and noisy people
We can sing in the glow of a star that I know of
We can sing under the light of a star that I am familiar with
Where lovers enjoy peace of mind
Where lovers can find tranquility
Let us leave the confusion and all disillusion behind
Let's leave the confusion and the disappointment behind
Just like bird of a feather, a rainbow together we'll find
Together, we will find a rainbow, just like a flock of birds
No wonder my happy heart sings
It's no surprise that my heart is singing happily
Your love has given me wings
Your love has given me the ability to fly
I think that a dream like this will never return
I believe that a dream like this will never happen again
I was painting my hands and my face blue
I was painting my hands and face blue
Then suddenly I was carried away by the wind
Suddenly, I was taken away by the wind
And I started to fly in the infinite sky
And I began to fly in the endless sky
In the blue, painted blue
In the blue, painted blue
Happy to be up there
Happy to be up there
And I flew, flew happily higher than the sun and even higher
And I flew, happily ascending higher than the sun and even higher
As the world slowly disappeared far away
As the world slowly vanished far away
Sweet music played only for me
A sweet music played only for me
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DOMENICO MODUGNO, FRANCO MIGLIACCI, MITCHELL PARISH
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