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.
Easy Rollin'
The Rascals Lyrics
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It's just a special mornin' when I wake yawnin' and sun is shinin'
I feel like I've been dreamin' and freelance schemin' on colored rainbows
Everything's fine as long as it's
Easy rollin', I never seem to worry no more, oh no
Turnin' out all the hassles and buldin' castles for my vacation
It's gonna be nice now
And I'm just keepin' it easy rollin', no need to hurry at all
Believe it, you don't have to worry
I'm livin' a dream a minute, deep down within it my life's a flower
I think that I wouldn't change or rearrange a single hour
Everything's fine now; it's got to be easy rollin'
Don't you worry at all, don't you worry no more
Don't have to hurry home, keep it easy
The Rascals’ “Easy Rollin’” is a laid-back, feel-good song that was released in 1968. The song is about taking it easy and not worrying about the small stresses of life. The lyrics highlight the feeling of waking up on a beautiful morning and feeling like you have been dreaming. The singer wants to escape from all the troubles and responsibilities of everyday life and just relax. The phrase “easy rollin’” is used as a metaphor for this desirable state, suggesting the idea of rolling along smoothly and without any hiccups or obstacles.
Throughout the song, the singer emphasizes the need to slow down and enjoy the small pleasures in life. The lyrics suggest that there is no need to hurry or worry about anything, but instead just focus on the present and take it easy. The idea of “vacation” is used as a way of describing the carefree state of mind that the singer wants to be in. The chorus repeats the phrase “Easy rollin’, I never seem to worry no more” several times, emphasizing the idea of living a stress-free life.
In conclusion, “Easy Rollin’” is a song that encourages us to slow down and enjoy the present moment. The lyrics emphasize the importance of taking it easy and not worrying about the stresses of everyday life. The song's upbeat and catchy melody convey a sense of joy and optimism that is infectious and uplifting.
Line by Line Meaning
Easy rollin', ain't no need to hurry at all
No need to rush, take it easy and relaxed
It's just a special mornin' when I wake yawnin' and sun is shinin'
A beautiful morning with a great weather that gives a refreshing feeling
I feel like I've been dreamin' and freelance schemin' on colored rainbows
Feeling like living in a dream, endlessly imagining all the possibilities and opportunities
Everything's fine as long as it's Easy rollin', I never seem to worry no more, oh no
When things are going smoothly and stress-free, there's no need to worry about anything
Don't have a care or worry, no need to hurry for relaxation
Free yourself from troubles and anxieties, take your time for leisure
Turnin' out all the hassles and buldin' castles for my vacation
Letting go of all the difficulties and preparing an enjoyable vacation
It's gonna be nice now
It's going to be wonderful and enjoyable
And I'm just keepin' it easy rollin', no need to hurry at all
Continuing to stay calm and relaxed, taking things slow
Believe it, you don't have to worry
It's true that there's nothing to worry about
I'm livin' a dream a minute, deep down within it my life's a flower
Feeling ecstatic about life and enjoying every moment of it
I think that I wouldn't change or rearrange a single hour
Being content with the way things are and not wanting to alter anything in the past
Everything's fine now; it's got to be easy rollin'
Everything is in a good state and it's easy to keep things that way
Don't you worry at all, don't you worry no more
There's no need to worry, everything's under control
Don't have to hurry home, keep it easy
No need to rush back home, take it easy and enjoy the moment
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RUBEN RIVERA
Easy rollin', ain't no need to hurry at all
It's just a special mornin' when I wake yawnin'
& sun is shinin'
I feel like I've been dreamin' & freelance schemin'
On colored rainbows
Everything's fine as long as it's...
Easy rollin', I never seem to worry no more, oh no
Don't have a care or worry, no need to hurry
For relaxation
Turnin' out all the hassles & buldin' castles
For my vacation
It's gonna be nice & I'm just keepin' it...
Easy rollin', no need to hurry at all
Believe it, you don't have to worry
Hmm hmm hmm mmm, hmm oh
I'm livin' a dream a minute, deep down within it
My life's a flower
I think that I wouldn't change or rearrange
A single hour
Everything's fine now; it's got to be
Easy rollin'
Don't you worry at all, don't you worry no more
Don't have to hurry home, keep it easy
James Gatto
Such a great song. One of many composed by the Rascals.
RUBEN RIVERA
Easy rollin', ain't no need to hurry at all
It's just a special mornin' when I wake yawnin'
& sun is shinin'
I feel like I've been dreamin' & freelance schemin'
On colored rainbows
Everything's fine as long as it's...
Easy rollin', I never seem to worry no more, oh no
Don't have a care or worry, no need to hurry
For relaxation
Turnin' out all the hassles & buldin' castles
For my vacation
It's gonna be nice & I'm just keepin' it...
Easy rollin', no need to hurry at all
Believe it, you don't have to worry
Hmm hmm hmm mmm, hmm oh
I'm livin' a dream a minute, deep down within it
My life's a flower
I think that I wouldn't change or rearrange
A single hour
Everything's fine now; it's got to be
Easy rollin'
Don't you worry at all, don't you worry no more
Don't have to hurry home, keep it easy
ampzilla747
I have this cd and love it,but sometimes it's just easier to pull it up on YT. Great song!
Bob Laughlin
Pure soul.
buzz daly
thanks for posting...one of their best...
noscrub bubblez
I'll never forget somebody brought that album with the 4 faces to the elementary school I attended. Just held it up showing a friend in class. At the time I thought it must be the newest Beatles album. Then I figured it was the Bee Gees. She couldn't play the album at school so I've been wondering for about 53 years. Yes, the Rascals were hot- but not Monkees hot at the time.
sauquoit13456
On this day in 1968 {April 27th} a video of the Rascals performing a medley of "Easy Rollin', "I'm Gonna Love You"" and ""Please Love Me" was aired on the Dick Clark ABC-TV Saturday-afternoon program, 'American Bandstand'...
All three songs appeared on the groups' fourth studio album, 'Once Upon A Dream', the album peaked at #9 on Billboard's Top LPs chart and #7 on Billboard's Top R&B Albums chart...
At the time their "A Beautiful Morning" was at #19 on Billboard's Top 100 chart, four weeks later it would peak at #3 {for 2 weeks} and it spent a total of thirteen weeks on the Top 100...
Between 1965 and 1971 the New Jersey quartet had eighteen records on the Top 100 chart, five made the Top 10 with three reaching #1, "Good Lovin'" for 1 week in 1966, "Groovin'" for 4 non-consecutive weeks* in 1967, and "People Got To Be Free" for 5 weeks in 1968...
For the group's last nine charted records they dropped the 'Young', and were just known as 'The Rascals'...
* Concerning "Groovin'" four non-consecutive weeks at #1, after it's first two weeks at #1, it dropped down to #2 for two weeks, and it was Aretha Franklin's "Respect" that was at #1 for those two weeks, then the Rascals regained the top spot for two more weeks...
John Benn
WOW WOW WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
From a mad keen 76yo Aussie fan
GOD--They were BLOODY AMAZING...
ron kutchen
I like all rascals hits
Strater Strater
its been up for a year and a half and you are the first comment, great song isnt it?