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.
In The Midnight Hour
The Rascals Lyrics
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That's when my love comes tumblin' down
I'm gonna wait till the midnight hour
When there's nobody else around
I'm gonna take you girl and hold you
And do all the things I told you
In the midnight hour
I'm gonna hold you in my arms
And see that twinkle in your eyes
I'm gonna wait, wait till the midnight hour
That's when my love, begin to shine
You're the only girl that I know
Really love me so
In the midnight hour
I'm gonna wait till the midnight hour baby
That's when my love come tumblin' down
I'm gonna wait till the midnight hour my love
When there's no one else around
only you and I, just you an I
I'm gonna hold you in my arms
In the midnight hour
In the midnight hour
Nobody around us, nobody bother us
No
Just you and I
Got to wait till the midnight hour
That's when my love come tumblin' down
Gonna wait, wait till the midnight hour baby
When there's nobody, nobody around
Just you an I
Nobody around, just you and I, baby
And I'm gonna hold you, hold you, hold you, hold you
Squeeze you, squeeze you, I need you, love you baby
The lyrics to The Rascals’ song In The Midnight Hour convey a message of anticipation and longing for a specific time of day. The singer declares that they will wait until midnight for their love to come tumbling down. This can be interpreted as waiting until the opportune time to pursue a romantic interest. The singer desires to hold the girl they love and express their affection by doing all the things they’ve promised. The line “when there’s nobody else around” suggests that the singer wants privacy for their intimate encounter. The repetition of the line “Just you and I” emphasizes this desire for intimacy.
The verse “You’re the only girl that I know, really love me so” demonstrates the singer’s exclusive feelings for the girl. This line implies that they have some history or prior relationship, and the love is not just a passing infatuation. The chorus repeating that the singer will wait until the midnight hour for their love to begin to shine further emphasizes the significance of this time of day for their romantic pursuit.
The overall message of In The Midnight Hour is one of desire and patience, waiting for the perfect moment to express love and affection. The lyrics and the energetic rhythm of the song have made it a classic that has stood the test of time.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm gonna wait till the midnight hour
I will wait until the clock strikes twelve
That's when my love comes tumblin' down
That's when my love for you cannot be controlled
When there's nobody else around
When we are alone
I'm gonna take you girl and hold you
I will embrace you
And do all the things I told you
And fulfill all the promises I made to you
In the midnight hour
At the stroke of twelve
I'm gonna hold you in my arms
I will clasp you to my breast
And see that twinkle in your eyes
And admire that sparkle in your gaze
That's when my love, begin to shine
That is when my love will be at its peak
You're the only girl that I know
You are the only woman for me
Really love me so
Truly love me as I am
Just you and I
Only us together
Nobody around us, nobody bother us
No one to disturb or distract us
When there's nobody, nobody around
When we are alone with our thoughts
Just you an I
Only us, nobody else
And I'm gonna hold you, hold you, hold you, hold you
And I will embrace you tightly
Squeeze you, squeeze you, I need you, love you baby
Hold you close, yearn for you, adore you, my love
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: WILSON PICKETT, STEVE CROPPER
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@philiptucci2458
Magnificent Masterpiece from the legendary Rascals, very proud fan of Felix, Eddie, Dino and Gene for 55 years, top of the line solid gold standard of excellence, one of the finest recordings of all time
@brianboucher4248
With due respect to Wilson Pickett as well. I saw him live at a small rock club in Providence, RI in the 1980's... an AMAZING night.
@philiptucci2458
Yes both were great on this song, love both versions
@brianboucher4248
@@philiptucci2458 I saw the Rascals live at Keaney Gymnasium at the U of Rhode Island in February of 1969. The concert set an all-time attendance record there that will never be broken. (Because exceeding a certain maximum number of fans is strictly prohibited now)
@philiptucci2458
@@brianboucher4248you must have had a good time Brian, I have also been a fan since the mid 60s, great band, the guys are all Italian like me
@GrtSatan
Felix had soul in every fiber of his being and this great performance is a perfect example.
@kennethvosper285
GrtSatan still has!
@philiptucci2458
Felix was amazing, a true master musician
@demh7823
"The Big Chill" may have made me aware of this song, but Wilson Pickett and the Rascals gave birth to it.
@ashorcat
Best version of Midnight Hour out of all. Two fabulous Hammond B3 solos by Felix Cavaliere-amazing!