1) The Rascals (initially … Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands called 'The Rascals'.
1) The Rascals (initially known as The Young Rascals) were an American soul and rock group of the 1960s. Eddie Brigati (vocals), Felix Cavaliere (keyboard, vocals), Gene Cornish (guitar) and Dino Danelli (drums) started the band in Brigati and Danelli's native state New Jersey. Their first public performance took place at the Choo Choo Club in Garfield on Saturday, February 27th, 1965. Three-quarters of the group - Brigati, Cavaliere and Cornish - had previously been members of Joey Dee and the Starliters. Eddie's brother, David Brigati, an original Starliter, helped arrange the vocal harmonies and sang backgrounds on many of the group's recordings (informally earning the designation as the Fifth Rascal). When Atlantic Records signed them, they discovered that another group (Borrah Minevitch's and Johnny Puleo's Harmonica Rascals) objected to the release of records under the name Rascals. To avoid conflict, manager Sid Bernstein decided to rename the group the Young Rascals.
The Young Rascals had a minor hit with "I Ain't Gonna Eat Out My Heart Anymore" (1965), followed by the #1 single "Good Lovin'" (1966, originally by The Olympics). Then the band's songwriting team of Brigati and Cavaliere began providing most of their songs, and the hits kept coming for the next two years, including "I've Been Lonely Too Long", "You Better Run", "Groovin'" (#1, 1967), "It's Wonderful", "A Girl Like You", "How Can I Be Sure?" (which David Cassidy would record in 1972 for a #1 hit in the United Kingdom) and "A Beautiful Morning" (1968).
Guitarist Gene Cornish provided several songs of his own, such as "I'm Gonna Love You" and "No Love To Give."
In early 1968, the group dropped the "Young" from their name.
The Rascals' best work arguably came from their 1968 album Once Upon A Dream, which featured several leads each from Brigati and Cavaliere. Though the only success for a single on the album was "It's Wonderful" (#20 on the US charts), the album utilized frequent instrumentals, and peaked at #9 on the album charts. The album was praised by some critics for such songs as "Rainy Day", "My World" and the title track. Understandably, the song "My Hawaii" became a top of the charts hit in Hawaii.
Time Peace: The Rascals' Greatest Hits, released in mid-1968, topped the album chart and became the group's best-selling album. The same year, "People Got to Be Free", a horn-punctuated plea for racial tolerance (the band was known for refusing to tour on segregated bills) and their third U.S. #1 single, was also their final Top Ten hit.
Later singles and albums were not as popular, with only two top-40 releases in 1969, and none afterward.
In 1970, Brigati left the group, followed by Cornish in 1971. The last album with them as active members was Search & Nearness (hitting #198 in the U.S.), which featured Brigati's last performances as a member singing lead on the Cornish-penned "You Don't Know" and their cover of The Box Tops hit "The Letter". The only single release from the album was the spiritually-themed "Glory, Glory" (#58 in the US), with backing vocals by The Sweet Inspirations.
Cavaliere shifted toward more jazz and gospel influenced writing; he and Danelli released two more albums on Columbia Records as The Rascals, Peaceful World (U.S. #122) and The Island Of Real (U.S. #180), using other musicians and singers. These albums didn't sell as well as their earlier work and the group finally disbanded in 1972.
Cavaliere released several solo albums throughout the 1970s. Brigati, with his brother David, released Lost in the Wilderness in 1976. Cornish and Danelli worked together in other groups, including Bulldog and Fotomaker. In 1982, Cavaliere and Danelli joined Steve Van Zandt in Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul for the group's first two albums.
2) The Rascals were a three-piece indie rock band made of Miles Kane (guitar/vocals), Joe Edwards (bass), and Greg Mighall (drums). Hailing from the Wirral, on Merseyside, these three 21 year olds spent years learning their craft as part of The Little Flames, touring with bands like The Coral, The Zutons, and, most notably, the Arctic Monkeys. It was during this time supporting the Arctic Monkeys, inspired by their maverick, DIY spirit and refusal to comprise, the three youngest Flames decided it was time to trust their hearts and their instincts and go it alone.
In September 2006, they began jamming and writing new material as a three piece, and there was born The Rascals. Impressed by the raw energy and virtuosity of Miles’ playing, singer-songwriter Alex Turner approached him and suggested that he play lead guitar on a new Arctic Monkeys’ tune called "505". The Rascals were immediately signed to Deltasonic Records and played their first gig supporting Turner's band at Cardiff International Arena in June 2007.
August 2009, frontman Miles Kane confirmed that he left the band to pursue a solo career. The band was discontinued. Although receiving some commercial success by himself, fans of the group have kept the flame burning for reunions.
Death's Reply
The Rascals Lyrics
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Awake from the dream I roam the magic sky
The bird has found a way to freedom from its cage
Return to whence it came to the true beginning of the page.
Brother, come with me up to highest light
Sorrow won't follow, oh pain is left behind
As water flows to wet and fire turns to dry
A wealth of endless joy waits for you to say
I now release myself to flow with life into eternal day.
I'm always with you, you'll never die
Lead me from darkness into the light
From the illusion into the light
I'm always with you now, I'm gonna try.
Into the light
Into the light
Into the light.
The lyrics to The Rascals' song "Death's Reply" can be interpreted as a message about the afterlife and the idea that death is not the end, but a return to the "true beginning." The chorus speaks of leaving behind pain and sorrow and rejoining one's "true home" in the afterlife. The verses speak of the beauty and magic of the afterlife, where the stars fill one's eyes and one can roam freely in the "highest light." The bird that has found its way to freedom from its cage may symbolize the soul breaking free from the body and transcending into the afterlife.
The lyrics also suggest that death is not something to be feared, but to be embraced as a release from the illusions of this world. The line "I now release myself to flow with life into eternal day" suggests a willingness to let go and allow oneself to merge with a greater universal consciousness that transcends death.
Overall, "Death's Reply" is a poignant and thought-provoking message about the beauty and mystery of the afterlife and the idea that death is not the end, but a transition into a new realm of existence.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh when the horn sounds, the stars fill my eyes
With the beginning of a new era comes new opportunities and endless possibilities.
Awake from the dream I roam the magic sky
After long period of slumber, it's time to embark on a spiritual journey.
The bird has found a way to freedom from its cage
Free yourself from the past, and break free from the limitations that were once holding you back.
Return to whence it came to the true beginning of the page.
Go back to your origins, before the world corrupted your soul and find your true purpose in life.
Brother, come with me up to highest light
Let me guide you on your journey to enlightenment.
Sorrow won't follow, oh pain is left behind
Leave behind all the hurtful memories and begin anew.
As water flows to wet and fire turns to dry
Just like the laws of nature, life is a cycle of death and rebirth.
Rejoin your own true home, leave this world behind you now and die, yeah.
Return to where you belong, and let go of this world you once knew.
A wealth of endless joy waits for you to say
Open your eyes, and discover the riches of the universe.
I now release myself to flow with life into eternal day.
Let go of your past, and embrace the infinite possibilities of the future.
I'm always with you, you'll never die
Do not fear, for I am always with you and death is not the end of all things.
Lead me from darkness into the light
Guide me away from the abyss, and into the light of truth.
From the illusion into the light
Leave behind the deceitful illusions of the world, and enter the light of enlightenment.
I'm always with you now, I'm gonna try.
I will stand by your side, and help you on your journey to enlightenment.
Into the light
Step forth into the light of truth, and discover your destiny.
Into the light
Leave your past behind, and step into the infinite potential of the future.
Into the light.
Let the light of knowledge and truth guide you to a brighter tomorrow.
Contributed by Arianna N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
djpuzz
Love these guys! What did I just hear??? Unbelievable.
Still Standing
Death's Reply 2020 Fabulous!