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, "There’s 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...
Rhythm of the Falling Rain
The Cascades Lyrics
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Telling me just what a fool I've been (pitter patter, rap-tap-tap)
I wish that it would go and let me cry in vain (ahh)
And let me be alone again (pitter patter, rap-tap-tap)
The only girl I care about has gone away (ahh)
Looking for a brand new start (pitter patter, rap-tap-tap)
But little does she know that when she left that day (ahh)
Rain please tell me now does that seem fair
For her to steal my heart away when she don't care?
I can't love another when my hearts somewhere far away (ooh)
The only girl I care about has gone away (ahh)
Looking for a brand new start (pitter patter, rap-tap-tap)
But little does she know that when she left that day (ahh)
Along with her she took my heart (pitter patter, rap-tap-tap)
Rain won't you tell her that I love her so
Please ask the sun to set her heart aglow
Rain in her heart and let the love we knew start to grow (ooh)
Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain (ahh)
Telling me just what a fool I've been (pitter patter, rap-tap-tap)
I wish that it would go and let me cry in vain (ahh)
And let me be alone again (pitter patter, rap-tap-tap)
Oh, listen to the falling rain (ahh)
Pitter patter, pitter patter (ahh)
Ooh listen, listen to the falling rain (ahh)
Pitter patter, pitter patter, ohh (ahh)
Ooh listen, listen to the falling rain (ahh)
The Cascades' "Rhythm of the Rain" is a heart-wrenching ballad about heartbreak and longing for a lost love. The song's opening lines, "Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain, telling me just what a fool I've been," set the stage for a tale of regret and sadness. The sound of the rain serves as a reminder of the singer's lost love and the mistake of letting her go. The song's melody is light and wistful, with the rhythm mimicking the sound of raindrops falling on a windowpane.
The lyrics go on to describe the pain of being without the one you love. The singer laments that he can't love anyone else because his heart still belongs to his lost love. He wishes the rain would go away so he could cry in peace, alone with his heartache. He pleads with the rain to communicate his love to his ex-girlfriend, begging it to "tell her that I love her so" and asking it to "ask the sun to set her heart aglow."
Overall, "Rhythm of the Rain" is a timeless classic that speaks to the universal experience of heartbreak and the longing for a lost love. Its simple yet poignant lyrics, combined with the song's upbeat melody and wistful sound effects, make it a must-listen for anyone dealing with the pain of lost love.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain (ahh)
The sound of the raindrops falling represents the singer's emotional state
Telling me just what a fool I've been (pitter patter, rap-tap-tap)
The rain is making the singer realize their mistakes and foolish behavior
I wish that it would go and let me cry in vain (ahh)
The singer wishes the rain would stop so they can cry alone and unobserved
And let me be alone again (pitter patter, rap-tap-tap)
The repetition of the rain sounds emphasizes the artist's desire for solitude
The only girl I care about has gone away (ahh)
The artist is heartbroken because the person they love has left them
Looking for a brand new start (pitter patter, rap-tap-tap)
The person the singer loves left to start a new life
But little does she know that when she left that day (ahh)
The singer feels hurt that the person they love left without knowing how much it would affect them
Along with her she took my heart (pitter patter, rap-tap-tap)
The artist is expressing the feeling of being incomplete and shattered without their loved one
Rain please tell me now does that seem fair
The artist is asking if it's fair that their heart was broken by the departure of the one they love
For her to steal my heart away when she don't care?
The artist is questioning the morality of the person they love leaving them without a second thought
I can't love another when my hearts somewhere far away (ooh)
The singer is admitting that they can't move on because their heart is still with the person who left
Rain won't you tell her that I love her so
The artist is asking the rain to pass on their message of love to the person who left them
Please ask the sun to set her heart aglow
The singer is hoping that the person they love will feel the same way and return their love
Rain in her heart and let the love we knew start to grow (ooh)
The singer is asking the rain to bring back the love they once shared and revive their relationship
Oh, listen to the falling rain (ahh)
The singer is expressing their sadness and longing in the repetitive sound of the rain
Pitter patter, pitter patter (ahh)
The onomatopoeic words represent the sound of the rain and add to the emotional impact of the song
Ooh listen, listen to the falling rain (ahh)
The artist is emphasizing the importance of the sound of the rain to their emotional state
Pitter patter, pitter patter, ohh (ahh)
The repetition of the sounds shows the singer's fixation on the rain as a representation of their sadness
Ooh listen, listen to the falling rain (ahh)
The singer is urging listeners to focus on the sound of the rain as a symbol of their emotional state
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: John Gummoe
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@anyanoi3481
Rhythm of the Rain
Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain
Telling me just what a fool I've been
I wish that it would go and let me cry in vain
And let me be alone again
The only girl I care about has gone away
Looking for a brand new start
But little does she know
That when she left that day
Along with her she took my heart
Rain please tell me now does that seem fair
For her to steal my heart away when she don't care
I can't love another when my heart’s somewhere far away
The only girl I care about has gone away
Looking for a brand new start
But little does she know that when she left that day
Along with her she took my heart
Rain won't you tell her that I love her so
Please ask the sun to set her heart aglow
Rain in her heart and let the love we knew start to grow
Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain
Telling me just what a fool I've been
I wish that it would go and let me cry in vain
And let me be alone again
Oh, listen to the falling rain
Pitter pater, pitter pater
Oh, oh, oh, listen, listen to the falling rain
Pitter pater, pitter pater
@Maxitaxi08
Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain
Telling me just what a fool I've been
I wish that it would go and let me cry in vain
And let me be alone again
The only girl I care about has gone away
Looking for a brand new start
But little does she know that when she left that day
Along with her she took my heart
Rain please tell me now does that seem fair
For her to steal my heart away when she don't care?
I can't love another when my hearts somewhere far away
The only girl I care about has gone away
Looking for a brand new start
But little does she know that when she left that day
Along with her she took my heart
Rain won't you tell her that I love her so
Please ask the sun to set her heart aglow
Rain in her heart and let the love we knew start to grow
Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain
Telling me just what a fool I've been
I wish that it would go and let me cry in vain
And let me be alone again
Oh, listen to the falling rain
Pitter patter, pitter patter
Oh, oh, oh, listen to the falling rain
Pitter patter, pitter patter
@josefinarebacca5167
"THE CASCADES-RHYTHM OF THE FALLING RAIN"
Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain
Telling me just what a fool I've been
I wish that it would go and let me cry in vain
And let me be alone again
The only girl I care about has gone away
Looking for a brand new start
But little does she know
That when she left that day
Along with her she took my heart
Rain please tell me now does that seem fair
For her to steal my heart away when she don't care
I can't love another when my hearts somewhere far away
The only girl I care about has gone away
Looking for a brand new start
But little does she know that when she left that day
Along with her she took my heart
[Instrumental Interlude]
Rain won't you tell her that I love her so
Please ask the sun to set her heart aglow
Rain in her heart and let the love we knew start to grow
Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain
Telling me just what a fool I've been
I wish that it would go and let me cry in vain
And let me be alone again
Oh, listen to the falling rain
Pitter pater, pitter pater
Oh, oh, oh, listen to the falling rain
Pitter pater, pitter pater
@Scr8ooge
this song reminds me of a high school sweetheart, the first time i laid eyes on her i was awestruck never knew a 15 year old girl could be so beautiful. on my first date with her in 1966 we went to see the christy minstrels at the stanford Amphitheatre and was so nervous wondering how a 16 year old could put his arm around her during the concert. afterwards as we were walking to my car she reached out and held my hand she knew what i was thinking haha. the first time we met we both were playing violin in a youth orchestra. as the christy minstrels song says "today while the blossoms still cling to the vine i'll taste your strawberry's i'll drink your sweet wine a million tomorrows shall all pass ere i forget all the joys that is mine" for having shared these moments with her today nearly 54 years later those memories are still fresh in my mind as the day i met her the one girl i have truly loved. she passed from cancer in the 1980's. i always will love you Mariska!
@Cat-hn2on
That's a great love story. I'm sorry for your loss. Some heart aches are hard to bear.
@bridgetdoman1386
Got down to the bit about her passing away, went back and read it all again with tears in my eyes. What bittersweet memories.
@Vincent98987
thats so sad 😭
@davidromero4828
Ok, Who’s cutting onions!?
@Corvus_Crow
Cherish the memories that time can't take from you
@shellyg5705
My grandfather and I used to sing this when I was little. He’s in heaven now, but hearing this song after so long makes me feel like I’m singing with him again 💕
@sonrise3435
Deep lyrics of regret, loss, but also new hope. Truly profound while innocently preformed. Thank You Cascades!!
@patrickstar8504
Well said, thank you!
@davidhinson5765
I grew up in this generation and I love old music I listen to the seventies now more than anything and like you I miss my daddy I miss my mama and I miss my papa worst of all