1… Read Full Bio ↴Musical groups in three genres have shared the name The Four Aces.
1. The Aces, initially known as "The Four Aces" were a Jamaican vocal group who are best known for their work with Desmond Dekker, but who also recorded without him. The initial line-up of the Aces was Clive Campbell, Barry Howard, Carl Howard, and Patrick Howard. The group came to the attention of Dekker, who supported them when they auditioned for Leslie Kong at Beverley's studio in 1965. The producer employed the group as backing singers for Dekker, recording many hits with him including "The King of Ska" (where they were credited as His Cherry Pies), "Get Up Adinah" (on which they were credited as the Four Aces"), huge hits such as "007 (Shanty Town)" and "Israelites", and the winner of the 1968 Festival Song Contest, "Music Like Dirt". By 1967 the only remaining original member was Barry Howard, along with Winston Samuels. Dekker's international success led to overseas tours, but the Aces were not taken along, Samuels refusing to fly, stating "Rastas did not fly on iron birds", and Barry Howard having already decided to emigrate to the United States. Instead they stayed in Jamaica and recorded without Dekker. They had a Jamaican hit in 1970 with "Mademoiselle Ninette", and by 1971 the line-up had again changed, with Barry now rejoined by Carl Howard. A string of hits followed with "Reggae Motion", "Take a Look", "Oh I Miss You", Call Me Number One", "Be My Baby", and "Sad Sad Song", and they had a near hit in the pop charts in 1973 with "Working on it Night and Day". Little more was heard from the group until 1982 when they released "One Way Street".
2. An American singing quartet which was inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2001. The group is well-known for a plethora of hits, including: "Love is a Many-Splendored Thing", " Three Coins in the Fountain", "Stranger in Paradise", "Shangri-La", "Perfidia". All of the group's major hits were first performed by the original four members: Al Alberts (originally Albertini), Dave Mahoney, Lou Silvestri, and Rosario "Sod" Vaccaro. Although all were from Chester, Pennsylvania, Alberts and Mahoney actually met in the Navy. They formed a duo, with Alberts singing and Mahoney playing behind him. Later adding Vaccaro on trumpet and Silvestri on drums, the group played in the Philadelphia area. When they could not find a label which would release their record, "(It's No) Sin," Alberts started his own label, Victoria Records. "(It's No) Sin" sold a million copies! DECCA Records soon signed the group, billing them as The Four Aces Featuring Al Alberts. In 1956, Alberts left The Four Aces to try to make it as a soloist, but never made the charts. He was replaced as lead singer by Fred Diodati, another Philadelphia product. Over the years, as the remaining original members left, Diodati chose new singers to replace them. The right to "The Four Aces" name eventually landed in court. In 1975, Diodati was awarded the right to the name and continued to tour under it. The founding members, who again wanted to tour, were allowed to use the name, "The Original Four Aces, Featuring Al Alberts." The latter group retired in 1987. The Four Aces are still touring. (A link to their appearances is listed below.)
3. Cajun fiddler Leo Soileau was the second Cajun musician to record his works. This occurred in the late 1930s. The Four Aces was the name of his second string band (the first had been The Rhythm Boys). Soileau reitred from music in the 1940s with the demise of the string band sound.
A Garden in the Rain
The Four Aces Lyrics
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close to a little leafy lane
a touch of colour 'neath skies of gray!
The raindrops kissed the flower beds
the blossoms raised their thirsty heads
a perfumed thank you they seem to say!
maybe it was just that I was there
with you!
'Twas just a garden in the rain,
but then the sun came out again
and sent us happily on our way!
Surely here was charm beyond compare to view
but, maybe it was just that you were there dear,
you were so lovely!
'Twas just a garden in the rain,
but then the sun came out again
and sent us happily on our way!
Just a garden in the rain!
The lyrics of The Four Aces's song A Garden in the Rain describe a simple scene of a garden in the rain, but it is enriched by the presence of someone special. The garden comes to life as the raindrops kiss the flower beds, causing the blossoms to raise their heads in gratitude. The charm of the garden is heightened as the gray skies are touched with a touch of color. However, the true beauty of the garden comes not from its natural splendor, but from the presence of a beloved companion. The charm beyond compare is not in the garden alone, but in the experience of being in it with someone they love.
Line by Line Meaning
'Twas just a garden in the rain,
The setting was plain and simple - a garden during rainy weather.
close to a little leafy lane
The garden was situated near a small and picturesque path surrounded by trees.
a touch of colour 'neath skies of gray!
Despite the gloomy skies, the environment was made vibrant by colorful flowers.
The raindrops kissed the flower beds
The flowers received moisture and nourishment from the gentle rain.
the blossoms raised their thirsty heads
The flowers absorbed the water, causing them to perk up and come to life.
a perfumed thank you they seem to say!
The unique and sweet scent of the flowers seemed to express gratitude for the nourishing rain they received.
Surely here was charm beyond compare to view
The beauty of the garden was unmatched and enchanting to behold.
maybe it was just that I was there
Perhaps the artist perceived the garden as especially beautiful because they were experiencing it with someone special.
with you!
The artist was experiencing the beauty of the garden with someone special, making it all the more enjoyable.
'Twas just a garden in the rain,
Once again, the setting is described as a simple garden in the rain.
but then the sun came out again
The clouds cleared and the sun began to shine once more.
and sent us happily on our way!
The artist and their companion left the garden content and satisfied.
Surely here was charm beyond compare to view
The beauty of the garden was once again emphasized.
but, maybe it was just that you were there dear,
The singer thinks that the main reason they enjoyed the garden so much was because of the company of their beloved.
you were so lovely!
The singer acknowledges the beauty and charm of their companion.
'Twas just a garden in the rain,
The song ends with the repeated realization that it was just a simple garden in the rain, but the company of a loved one made it special.
Writer(s): Carroll Gibbons, James Dyrenforth
Contributed by Aaron R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Have you ever stolen something? Yes no
Have you ever looked with lust? Yes no
Have you ever used the Lord/Jesus/Christ/God’s Name as a swear word? Yes no
Have you ever told a lie? Yes no
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@terryholder4667
SUCH A SIMPLE BEAUTIFUL SONG. TODAYS MUSIC AND SO CALLED MUSICIANS ARE TRASH. IM SOON TO BE 83. SO NICE TO HEAR THE WORDS AMD MELODY. BRINGS ME GREAT JOY. THANK YOU.
@chevy266nova
It has been many years since I have heard ths song. Thank you for posting it.
@jamespeirson1244
I am nine years old standing in the parlour of my grandmother’s house.
I hear this song on the radio in the kitchen.
Grandma is getting something ready for me for lunch.
I am just beginning to appreciate popular music and how it is able to make a person feel good inside.
@helaina400
We must be the same age, but a different kitchen. I too had a major light bulb go off - windup being in the music industry
@mikehudson8884
GREAT post....takes me back to my youth......
@outcasttea_1016
Woah...
@clyderogers1726
Lackland AFB, San Antonia, Tx. Spring.1952
@hunlandsMom
Great!
@anthonyfairfax6025
An age of innocence.....cosy
@cornellwaters9089
🎙️ Music!