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...
Truly Julie's Blues
The Cascades Lyrics
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Will fill your cup for you
And your well dressed friends
Don't want you on their street
When you are so far down
The gutter looks like up to you
I will still be kneeling at your feet
When you can't remember
Where you left your laughter
And you forget the
Definition of your name
When your yesterday sets fire
To your ever after
I'll reach down and
Pull you from the flame
I'll reach down and
Pull you from the flame
When all the crippled children
You give strength to
Lay their crutches down and walk away
And you realize that
All their mothers hate you
I'll be there to hear
The things you say
I'll be there to hear
The things you say
When at last your bitter
Problems all ignore you
And you've come out clean
Everything is done
And you realize I've been
Through it all before you
Come down and walk beside me in the sun
Come down and walk beside me in the sun
The Cascades’s song Truly Julie’s Blues is a beautiful ballad that speaks of the unwavering support and loyalty of a true friend. The lyrics describe the struggles and hardships of life that can bring a person down and make them feel alone, unwanted, and forgotten. The first verse addresses the feeling of being thirsty and alone, and when even well-dressed friends may not want to be associated with you. It describes hitting a rock bottom, a point where even the gutter appears to be an elevated place, but the singer’s devotion to the person remains unshaken.
In the second verse, the lyrics express the feeling of losing oneself, forgetting who you are, and where you have put your happiness. It talks about the pain of your past being a hindrance to your bright future, but the singer's promise to come to reach down and help a friend to pull off the intense heat and the burn of the flames that engulfed them. The last verse talks about how your good deeds are forgotten, and you are left in a position where no one wants you. However, the singer promises to listen and hold their hand through the rough patches of life.
Overall, Truly Julie's Blues is a song about the power of friendship, love, and support. The singer’s vow to always be there for their friend, no matter what hurdles they may face, and the assurance that they will pull their friend out of any difficulty they may be.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're thirsty and no one
Will fill your cup for you
And your well dressed friends
Don't want you on their street
When you are so far down
The gutter looks like up to you
When you feel alone and abandoned, and even your wealthy friends reject you, and you hit rock bottom, I will be there for you, humbly by your side.
When you can't remember
Where you left your laughter
And you forget the
Definition of your name
When your yesterday sets fire
To your ever after
When you've lost your joy and identity, and your past mistakes haunt you, I will rescue you from the flames of regret.
When all the crippled children
You give strength to
Lay their crutches down and walk away
And you realize that
All their mothers hate you
When those you've helped no longer need you, and their families hate you, I will still listen and care for you.
When at last your bitter
Problems all ignore you
And you've come out clean
Everything is done
And you realize I've been
Through it all before you
When your problems have been resolved, and you see that I went through similar struggles before you, come and walk with me into a brighter future.
Contributed by Noah E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.