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.
Groovin'
The Rascals Lyrics
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Really couldn't get away too soon
I can't imagine anything that's better
The world is ours whenever we're together
There ain't a place I'd like to be instead of
Groovin', down a crowded avenue
There's always lots of things that we can see
We can be anyone we want to be
And all those happy people we could meet just
Groovin', on a Sunday afternoon
Really couldn't get away too soon
Ah-ha-ha
Ah-ha-ha
Ah-ha-ha
We'll keep on spending sunny days this way
We're gonna talk and laugh our time away
I feel it comin' closer day by day
Life would be ecstasy, you and me endlessly
Groovin', on a Sunday afternoon
Really couldn't get away too soon
Ah-ha-ha
Ah-ha-ha
Ah-ha-ha
The song "Groovin'" by The Rascals is a classic love song that celebrates the joy of being with someone special on a beautiful day. The lyrics describe a couple spending their Sunday afternoon together, enjoying each other's company while exploring the city and experiencing all the pleasures it has to offer. The singer is deeply in love, and cannot imagine a better life than spending his days with his beloved. With joyful, upbeat music and smooth harmonies, the song captures perfectly the feeling of being young and carefree, with nothing to worry about but the present moment.
The song opens with the singer expressing his eagerness to spend time with his partner, saying that he "couldn't get away too soon" from wherever they were before. He goes on to express his love for her, saying that he can't imagine anything better than being together. As they walk down the avenue, they are free to do anything and be anyone they want to be. The world is theirs for the taking, and there is nothing standing in their way. They are surrounded by happiness wherever they go, and the singer is excited to meet all the wonderful people they will encounter along the way.
As the song continues, the singer emphasizes the importance of spending sunny days with his lover this way. They will talk and laugh endlessly, feeling closer and closer with each passing day. Life is perfect, and there is nothing that can bring them down. The song ends with a repetition of the opening verse, as if to reinforce the idea that the singer cannot wait to spend more time with his partner, and that their love is the most important thing in the world to him.
Line by Line Meaning
Groovin', on a Sunday afternoon
Enjoying a leisurely Sunday afternoon, feeling content and relaxed
Really couldn't get away too soon
Feeling so happy and fulfilled that leaving would be difficult
I can't imagine anything that's better
Being convinced that nothing could be more wonderful than the current moment
The world is ours whenever we're together
Feeling like the world belongs to us when we're together and nothing can bring us down
There ain't a place I'd like to be instead of
Being completely satisfied with the current location and having no desire to be anywhere else
Groovin', down a crowded avenue
Walking down a busy street, enjoying the hustle and bustle of the surroundings
Doin' anything we like to do
Having freedom to do whatever we want in the moment without any restrictions or worries
There's always lots of things that we can see
Noticing the endless possibilities of experiences and opportunities in the world
We can be anyone we want to be
Feeling the potential to become anyone we want and pursue any dream we desire
And all those happy people we could meet just
Excited about the prospect of meeting new, cheerful people
We'll keep on spending sunny days this way
Intending to continue experiencing joyful, carefree days like this one
We're gonna talk and laugh our time away
Planning to spend the day chatting and giggling without a care in the world
I feel it comin' closer day by day
Sensing that the happiness and enjoyment is building and becoming more intense as time goes on
Life would be ecstasy, you and me endlessly
Believing that life would be pure bliss if we could be together forever, experiencing never-ending happiness
Ah-ha-ha
An expression of pure joy and pleasure
Ah-ha-ha
An expression of pure joy and pleasure
Ah-ha-ha
An expression of pure joy and pleasure
Groovin', on a Sunday afternoon
Enjoying a leisurely Sunday afternoon, feeling content and relaxed
Really couldn't get away too soon
Feeling so happy and fulfilled that leaving would be difficult
Ah-ha-ha
An expression of pure joy and pleasure
Ah-ha-ha
An expression of pure joy and pleasure
Ah-ha-ha
An expression of pure joy and pleasure
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Edward Brigati, Felix Cavaliere
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@EarthWindandFirepower0990
IF YOU LISTENING TO THIS RIGHT NOW AND YOU LIKE ME WERE BORN BEFORE 1965,YOU ARE A LIVING LEGEND
@glennmaciver-allan7320
I'm just an old fart, 1952
@robinchesterfield42
Oh dangit. I succeeded in HALF of that. :P
@FigmentSALabel
If you say so. I'm a living legend!
@jacquelinerussell8530
IM in that club
@rozita4547
That's right!
@thehaydenwaltbradleychanne702
Why doesn't this type of music come back? The music today sounds nothing like this. I'm only 19, but I guess I'll be forever Groovin' in the past.
@Darth_Uchiha47
Me too. I’m 25 and I can’t get enough of the 60s.
@Peterelias1854
You have good taste youngstet yoday's music sucks.
@jskypercussion
The music of the 50's and 60's was magical and heartfelt. We will never see it again because society has been social engineered. I am 32, I thought my generation was doomed. Damn you teenagers and you early 20 year Olds are in for complete devastation. I would love to be able to show you some things. If you already haven't. Watch the first 2 seasons of haply days, American Graffiti and More American Graffiti, The Wanderers, Lord's Of Flatbush, and the Outsiders. Listen to the 50's and 60's music. Listen to the Jazz Fusion and Prog Rock of the 70's. The last of real pop radio music was the new wave of the 80's. Listen to rare bands like The Church, the
Wild Swans, they have a 60's flare.