1. The Cascades were an American vocal group best known for their hit single "Rhythm Of The Rain" in 1963. The name The Cascades is supposedly inspired by a nearby box of detergent. The group's membership consolidated as John Gummoe (born in Cleveland, Ohio, 2 August 1938) (lead vocals), Eddy Snyder (guitar), David Szabo (keyboardist), Dave Stevens (bassist), and Dave Wilson (drummer).
Their first release, "Thereโs A Reason", became a small regional hit, and, in summer 1962, they went to Gold Star Studios in Los Angeles and recorded a song which Gummoe had written in his Navy days while on watch during a thunderstorm. The musicians on the recording included the "Wrecking Crew" - Hal Blaine on drums, Carol Kaye on bass and Glen Campbell on guitar - and it was arranged by Perry Botkin. "Rhythm of the Rain" was issued in November 1962. It rose to # 2 on the U.S. pop charts in early 1963, and became a major hit in over 80 countries.
The Cascades continued to record, producing an album and several further singles, including the follow-up "The Last Leaf", but none matched the charm or success of their big hit.
2. The teutonic Gothic machine known as "The Cascades" emerged in the early 90's from Europe's rock capital Berlin. Their unique sound, forged by heavy guitar riffing, rich melancholic keyboard layers and deep sensational vocals, placed them among the top gothic rock acts of our days. Their lyrical concept varying from dark eroticism to mystical endeavors is a perfect match to their powerful, emotional music. All this is portrayed in their four albums, which are an absolute must - have for all lovers of dark romantic rock music. Welcome to their musical spells and ceremonies...
I Wanna Be Your Lover
The Cascades Lyrics
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Well, you think we're just friends
So I go along like nothing's wrong
But I know that is only pretense
I wanna be your lover
(I wanna be your lover)
I don't wanna be your friend
Well I don't kow what to tell you, oh no
I just can't find the words
Cause there's so many things That I wanna say
But I just don't know where to begin
I wanna be your lover
(I wanna be your lover)
I don't wanna be your friend
(don't wanna be your friend)
You don't know just how much I love you
Though it's easy to see
Cause if you knew how much I love you
And maybe someday, well you might love me
So I hope in time you'll love me, oh yeah
Love me as I love yu
But if this can't be, I'd rather see
The whole thing come to an end
I wanna be your lover
(I wanna be your lover)
I don't wanna be your friend
(don't wanna be your friend)
No I don't wanna be your friend
(don't wanna be your friend)
The Cascadesโ โI Wanna Be Your Loverโ is a popular love song that explores the frustration and longing of unrequited love. The singer professes his love for the subject of the song, but feels stuck in the โfriend zoneโ. He is unable to express his feelings to her directly, so he pretends that he is content with their friendship. The lyrics express a strong desire to be something more than just friends, but the singer is afraid to take the risk of confessing his true feelings, fearing that it could ruin the relationship entirely. He hopes that, with time, she will come to love him too, but he acknowledges that they may never have a romantic relationship at all.
The song is filled with unfulfilled desires and emotions. The repetition of the line โI wanna be your lover, I donโt wanna be your friendโ emphasizes the singerโs desperation and determination. The lyrics suggest that love is complicated, and sometimes it requires taking a leap of faith. The songโs dreamy melodic quality adds to its sense of longing and yearning.
Line by Line Meaning
You don't know the way I feel, oh no
You are unaware of the intensity of my emotions towards you
Well, you think we're just friends
You perceive our relationship as platonic
So I go along like nothing's wrong
I act as if everything is fine
But I know that is only pretense
But it is simply an act, a pretense
I wanna be your lover (I wanna be your lover)
I desire to be in a romantic relationship with you
I don't wanna be your friend (don't wanna be your friend)
I do not desire a friendship with you
Well I don't know what to tell you, oh no
I do not know how to express my feelings to you verbally
I just can't find the words
I am at a loss for words to describe my feelings towards you
Cause there's so many things That I wanna say
There are numerous things I wish to express
But I just don't know where to begin
However, I do not know where to start
You don't know just how much I love you
You are unaware of the extent of my love for you
Though it's easy to see
Although it should be evident
Cause if you knew how much I love you
If you are cognizant of the intensity of my love for you
And maybe someday, well you might love me
There is a possibility that you may reciprocate my love someday
So I hope in time you'll love me, oh yeah
I aspire for you to love me eventually
Love me as I love you
To love me as much as I love you
But if this can't be, I'd rather see
However, if this is not possible, I prefer for our relationship to end
The whole thing come to an end
For us to terminate our relationship altogether
No I don't wanna be your friend (don't wanna be your friend)
I reiterate that I do not desire a platonic friendship with you
Contributed by Isaac L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Quinnie Myell Rayiane Glinogo
You don't know the way I feel, oh no
Well, you think we're just friends
So I go along, like nothing's wrong
But I know that is only pretense
I wanna be your lover
(I wanna be your lover)
I don't wanna be your friend
(Don't wanna be your friend)
Well, I don't know what to tell you, oh no
I just can't find the words
'Cause there's so many things That I wanna say
But I just don't know where to begin
I wanna be your lover
(I wanna be your lover)
I don't wanna be your friend
(Don't wanna be your friend)
You don't know just how much I love you
Though it's easy to see
'Cause if you knew how much I love you
And maybe someday, well, you might love me
So I hope in time you'll love me, oh yeah
Love me as I love yu
But if this can't be, I'd rather see
The whole thing come to an end
I wanna be your lover
(I wanna be your lover)
I don't wanna be your friend
(Don't wanna be your friend)
I don't wanna be your friend
(Don't wanna be your friend)
I don't wanna be your friend
The Cricketeer
That's just the song I wanted at this moment. Friendzoned :'^(
Rene Mercolita
@The Cricketeer aa
The Cricketeer
@Frankie Fox thank you!
Frankie Fox
@The Cricketeer I'm happy for you
The Cricketeer
@Frankie Fox thanks a lot, Frankie. But I'm okay with it now. Just had a hard time accepting it; but I did, eventually.
Frankie Fox
you'll be okay :)
Quinnie Myell Rayiane Glinogo
You don't know the way I feel, oh no
Well, you think we're just friends
So I go along, like nothing's wrong
But I know that is only pretense
I wanna be your lover
(I wanna be your lover)
I don't wanna be your friend
(Don't wanna be your friend)
Well, I don't know what to tell you, oh no
I just can't find the words
'Cause there's so many things That I wanna say
But I just don't know where to begin
I wanna be your lover
(I wanna be your lover)
I don't wanna be your friend
(Don't wanna be your friend)
You don't know just how much I love you
Though it's easy to see
'Cause if you knew how much I love you
And maybe someday, well, you might love me
So I hope in time you'll love me, oh yeah
Love me as I love yu
But if this can't be, I'd rather see
The whole thing come to an end
I wanna be your lover
(I wanna be your lover)
I don't wanna be your friend
(Don't wanna be your friend)
I don't wanna be your friend
(Don't wanna be your friend)
I don't wanna be your friend
NOOM NONT
Beautiful song.!!
Allexes jay Carillo Flores
Still listening 2020 quarantine days ๐
Mabel Jones Alim
Cascades songs will never be forgotten they'll be people in the whole world's all time favorite