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.
How Can I Be Sure
The Rascals Lyrics
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In a world that's constantly changing?
How can I be sure
Where I stand with you?
Whenever I
Whenever I am away from you
I wanna die'Cause you know I wanna stay with you
How do I know?
Maybe you're trying to use me
Flying too high can confuse me
Touch me but don't take me down
Whenever I
Whenever I am away from you
My alibi is tellin' people I don't care for you
Maybe I'm just hanging around
With my head up, upside down
It's a pity
I can't seem to find someone
Who's as pretty and lovely as you
How can I be sure?
I really, really, really, wanna know
I really, really, really, wanna know, hey
Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh-oh
How's the weather?
Whether or not, we're together
Together we'll see it much better
I love you, I love you foreverYou know where I can be found
How can I be sure
In a world that's constantly changing?
How can I be sure?
I'll be sure with you
The lyrics to The Rascals' "How Can I Be Sure" reveal a deep sense of insecurity and a craving for some kind of reassurance from the subject of the song. The song starts with the singer asking how he can be sure about his place in a constantly changing world. His fears deepen when he is away from the person he loves, and he feels like nothing can give him joy or make life worth living. The subsequent lines reveal his doubts that he is being used by this person, and he's afraid that the situation might become too overwhelming for him.
Despite his fears and doubts, the singer is deeply in love with his subject and wishes to be sure about the sincerity of their connection. The lyrics also display his affection for this person, describing her as lovely and pretty. He pines for her presence and wishes that he could find someone like her. Ultimately, the lyrics of the song expresses quite relatable themes of love, insecurity, and doubt in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
How can I be sure
Expressing uncertainty about something
In a world that's constantly changing?
Being in a society that's always evolving
How can I be sure
Still unsure about something
Where I stand with you?
Being unsure of the relation with a loved one
Whenever I
Every time
Whenever I am away from you
Spending time without a loved one
I wanna die
Feeling miserable without the loved one
'Cause you know I wanna stay with you
Wanting to be with someone you love
How do I know?
Being unsure of a situation
Maybe you're trying to use me
Possibility of someone taking advantage of you
Flying too high can confuse me
Achieving too much success can be overwhelming
Touch me but don't take me down
Be affectionate, but do not ruin my feelings
My alibi is tellin' people I don't care for you
Denying feelings for a loved one
Maybe I'm just hanging around
Idle time spent without purpose
With my head up, upside down
Being disoriented
It's a pity
Sadness or disappointment with a situation
I can't seem to find someone
Unable to locate a significant other
Who's as pretty and lovely as you
Desiring someone who's beautiful and kind
How can I be sure?
Still unsure about a situation
I really, really, really, wanna know
Eager to learn the truth
Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh-oh
Vocalizing emotions
Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh-oh
Continuing to express emotions
How's the weather?
Asking about current conditions
Whether or not, we're together
Regardless of whether we are together or not
Together we'll see it much better
Being stronger when together
I love you, I love you forever
Expressing true, eternal love
You know where I can be found
Knowing how to locate a loved one
How can I be sure
Still unsure about a situation
In a world that's constantly changing?
Being in a society that's always evolving
How can I be sure?
Asking for reassurance
I'll be sure with you
Feeling confident with a loved one
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Edward J Brigati, Felix Cavaliere
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@steveng8727
60's & 70's music was the BEST! Who's with me?
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@richbailey8174
the best what?
@CassieDavis613
Except for President Kennedy's assassination, the Vietnam War, civil rights violations, and Watergate, sure they were the best.
@Al-rs2rr
It sucks getting old but damned fortunate to have experienced this era.
@rocker76m88
Agreed
@susanpoulin7618
AMEN!!! This is the best music
@jamesgallagher4726
Turned 80 yesterday and still listen.