The current members are Chris Barron (lead vocals), Anthony Krizan (guitar and vocals), Aaron Comess (drums) and Mark White (bass). The history of the Spin Doctors can be traced back to the late 80s in New York City, originally as a band called Trucking Company, which included Canadian guitarist Eric Schenkman, John Popper, and later Chris Barron. Barron was John Popper's Princeton, New Jersey high school friend. Popper left this side project to focus on his main gig with rock group Blues Traveler full time. With a name change to Spin Doctors, as well as the addition of Aaron Comess and Mark White, the classic lineup was in place by the spring of 1989.
Recorded from August to December 1990 at both the famous Power Station studio in NYC as well as the RPM Studios, NYC and ACME Recording Studios Inc. in Mamaroneck, NY, the band released 'Pocket Full of Kryptonite' on August 20, 1991. Experiencing a slow burn of sorts in terms of success over the next few years, the band released the singles "Jimmy Olsen's Blues", "Little Miss Can't Be Wrong", "How Could You Want Him (When You Know You Could Have Me?)", "Two Princes", and "What Time Is It?", managing serious chart success in both the U.S. and the U.K. Their sound incorporated shades of contemporary college rock and underground power pop as well as more indie and blues rock styles.
'Turn It Upside Down' (1994) was not as successful as 'Kryptonite', although it did sell a million copies. Its second single, "You Let Your Heart Go Too Fast", was a modest hit (#48 on the pop chart). Shortly after the release of Turn It Upside Down, original guitarist Eric Schenkman left the band, citing both musical and personal differences. He was replaced by Anthony Krizan. Fans feared, for good reasons, that the group had somewhat stalled creatively.
The follow-up, You've Got to Believe in Something (1996), sold poorly and the band lost its record contract. Guitarist Krizan also left the band following its release, for reasons that remain relatively unknown. He was replaced by Eran Tabid. Also during this time, Ivan Neville joined the band on keyboards. In 1998, the band signed to Uptown/Universal and released Here Comes the Bride in 1999. During the recording of Here Comes The Bride, Mark White left the band. The bass tracks on the album were finished by original band member Aaron Comess.
During the tour supporting Here Comes The Bride, Chris Barron lost his voice due to a rare form of vocal cord paralysis. Keyboardist Ivan Neville took over vocal duties for a few dates, but the band eventually cancelled the remainder of its tour, crippling sales of the album. Chris' voice came back in late 2000, where he began performing with his band Chris Barron and the Give Daddy Five.
The Spin Doctors remained stagnant until 2001, when the closing of the famous New York City club Wetlands brought the original four members back together. The band started playing one-offs and eventually recorded an album, Nice Talking To Me, released on September 13, 2005. So far, the album has yet to be met with much commercial success. They have also made a guest appearance on the children's book and its accompanying album by Children's Author/Artist Sandra Boynton singing "Tantrum".
Have You Ever Seen the Rain?
Spin Doctors Lyrics
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There's a calm before the storm
I know
And it's been comin' for sometime
Where it's over, so they say
It'll rain a sunny day
I know shinnin' down like water
Have you ever seen the rain
I want to know
Have you ever seen the rain
Comin' down on a sunny day
Yesterday and days before
Sun is cold and rain is hard
I know
Been that way for all my time
'Till forever on it goes
Through the circle, fast and slow
I know and it can't stop, I linger
I want to know
Have you ever seen the rain
I want to know
Have you ever seen the rain
Comin' down on a sunny day
The song "Have You Ever Seen the Rain?" by Spin Doctors is a cover version of the original song by Creedence Clearwater Revival. The lyrics talk about the unpredictable nature of life and how nothing lasts forever. The first verse talks about the calm before the storm, which implies that something is about to change. The singer knows that change is on the horizon, and it has been coming for some time. The phrase "it'll rain a sunny day" is a paradox that means even though things may seem unpredictable and out of control, eventually, good things will come.
The chorus asks if the listener has ever seen the rain coming down on a sunny day. This is a metaphor for unexpected events that can occur when least expected. The second verse talks about how things have been this way for all of the singer's life. Life is like a circle that continues on, often fast or slow and constantly changing, and we cannot escape it. The phrase "it can't stop, I linger" means that even though life may be unpredictable and full of ups and downs, we must carry on and not give up.
Overall, the song's message is about resilience and perseverance. Even though life can be tough and unpredictable, we must keep going and not let these challenges define us. The song speaks to the human experience and reminds us that we are not alone in our struggles, but we must keep going and endure.
Line by Line Meaning
Someone told me long ago
Long ago, someone informed me
There's a calm before the storm
Before an upheaval, there's usually a tranquil period
I know
I'm aware of it
And it's been comin' for sometime
It has been approaching for a while
Where it's over, so they say
According to them, it'll end
It'll rain a sunny day
There'll be a deluge on a seemingly bright day
I know shinnin' down like water
I'm aware that it'll pour down like liquid sunlight
I want to know
I'm curious
Have you ever seen the rain
Have you witnessed precipitation
Comin' down on a sunny day
During a day with clear skies
Yesterday and days before
In the past
Sun is cold and rain is hard
The weather isn't like what it's supposed to be
Been that way for all my time
For my whole life, it's been like this
'Till forever on it goes
It'll keep going perpetually
Through the circle, fast and slow
Speedily or gradually, it continues its cycle
I know and it can't stop, I linger
I'm aware that it's unstoppable and I wait
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: John Fogerty
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@andybar3100
Someone told me long ago
There's a calm before the storm
I know
And it's been comin' for sometime
Where it's over, so they say
It'll rain a sunny day
I know shinnin' down like water
I want to know
Have you ever seen the rain
I want to know
Have you ever seen the rain
Comin' down on a sunny day
Yesterday and days before
Sun is cold and rain is hard
I know
Been that way for all my time
'Till forever on it goes
Through the circle, fast and slow
I know and it can't stop, I linger
I want to know
Have you ever seen the rain
I want to know
Have you ever seen the rain
Comin' down on a sunny day
@emcpadden
I was in a band that used to play with them a bunch of times back in the day. They pretty much stayed true to their roots. They were a good bunch of guys and I was glad to have a front row seat to playing with them before they were signed as well as opening for them the same week they made it to the cover of Rolling Stone. A defining band of the 90's for sure. Their songs were on the radio non stop when they put out their first album.
@patrickoneill561
And I wish to know what band were you in when this happen, I'm 57 years old man and loved these guys , great tunes, brings back memories .
@tobysgamingworld1550
WOW. I love these guys and this is my favorite song. Didnât know they covered it. They got hate back in the day because they were fun and girls liked them. Love them.
@jasoncarpp7742
This is the best version I've heard of "Have You Ever Seen the Rain" since CCR.
@stonethecrow80
I agree about the music. But I'd like to hear this version with Bonnie Tyler vocals
@esthercg6
I think so
@jasoncarpp7742
@@esthercg6 I'm too young to have heard the song when Creedence first performed the song. But I've listened to this song many times growing up. While I've always loved Creedence Clearwater Revival's version, when I first heard Spin Doctor's version, I thought it was even better than CCR's version.
@jasoncarpp7742
@@stonethecrow80 I'm listening to "It's A Heartache", by Bonnie Tyler. Awesome singer! Awesome song! I'd love to hear her sing "Have You Ever Seen the Rain?".
@dafergy
@@jasoncarpp7742 https://youtu.be/1cBYiLZiqWU
@kymanbedford-brown1323
Yep, they were better than last time I heard, nailed it guys đ