The group took off after being signed to Capitol Records in 1952 at the insistence of high profile fan, Stan Kenton. They remained popular throughout the 50s and early 60s, releasing a wide array of successful albums, movie and television appearances and performing countless sold-out concerts. The band eventually lost mainstream attention with the emergence of the British pop bands of the 1960s, even though they managed to stay together even after the retirement of final original member Bob Flanigan in 1992.
As of 2001, the Freshmen have been composed of Bob Ferreira, Brian Eichenberger, Curtis Calderon, and Vince Johnson. Although the new lineup of the Four Freshmen have continued the legendary vocal tradition of the original band and perform many of the same standards, the current sound has more of a lounge sound rather than focusing primarily upon harmonies. This modernized sound has proven quite successful, as the group won Down Beat magazine's reader's poll award for Vocal Group of the Year in 2000, proving the quartet's prominence in the jazz world today.
Sunday
The Four Freshmen Lyrics
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Thinkin' over Sunday
That one day when I'm with you
It seems that I sigh all day Tuesday
I cry all day Wednesday
Oh my, how I long for you
And then comes Thursday
And Friday makes me feel
Just like I'm gonna die
But after pay day, is my fun day
I shine all day Sunday
That one day when I'm with you
And then comes Thursday
Gee, it's long, it never goes by
And Friday makes me feel
Like I'm gonna die
But after pay day, is my fun day
I shine all day Sunday
That one day when I'm with you
That one day
It's a fun day
Sunday is my day with you
The Four Freshmen's "Sunday" is a melancholic song about the ache of separation and the joy of reunion. The lyrics detail the shifts in emotion that accompany different days of the week. The singer is "blue every Monday" because they are still thinking about the previous day, Sunday, when they were with their beloved. On Tuesdays, the longing continues, and on Wednesdays, tears. The song emphasizes the emotional weight of distance, as every day of the week seems to drag on forever when the singer is away from their loved one. The song then pivots to a hopeful note on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, as payday approaches and the memory of Sunday inspires the singer's spirit. The song ends on a note of hopeful anticipation, as Sunday represents the potential for joy and connection.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm blue every Monday
I feel sad every Monday
Thinkin' over Sunday
Reflecting on the time spent with you on Sunday
That one day when I'm with you
The day spent with you is special and memorable
It seems that I sigh all day Tuesday
I constantly think about the past Sunday and miss you on Tuesday
I cry all day Wednesday
I feel emotional and sad on Wednesday
Oh my, how I long for you
I really miss and want to be with you
And then comes Thursday
The days seem long between Sundays
Gee, it's long, it never gets by
Thursday feels like it lasts forever
And Friday makes me feel
Friday brings on negative feelings
Just like I'm gonna die
The thought of not being with you is unbearable
But after pay day, is my fun day
Pay day brings some happiness and relief
I shine all day Sunday
I feel happy and excited on Sunday when I'm with you
That one day when I'm with you
The day spent with you is special and memorable
It's a fun day
Sunday with you is enjoyable
Sunday is my day with you
The day spent with you is significant and valued
Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Fintage House Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHESTER CONN, BENNIE KRUEGER, NED MILLER, JULE STYNE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Maria West
Wow wow wow, I grew up with the four freshman being played by my parents, my father is sadly not with us anymore but this certainly brings back wonderful memories🥰
Thank you for sharing, love you guys, and keep doing what your doing… fantastic 😍😍😍🙋🏻♀️
Randall Miller
What a pleasant surprise! I'm overwhelmed how good these young guys are.
Can't stop listening, very nice 👍
RobbiesVideoArchives
1st time seeing you, astounding! I grew up loving the Freshmen & you guys NAILED it!👌🏆👌
jazzmaan707
EXCELLENT! The Beach Boys patterned their harmonies after the 4 Freshman, as they were their heroes. I was very surprised that you young guys had even heard of the 4 Freshman. Amazing!
Kirk Fischer
Wow. What a smile in my day!! Well done.
Joan Carollo
Sounds Great 🎼🎼
Billy Garcia
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Rob Reider
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Max Coleman
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