2. There was also a Rat Pack from Ventura, CA on Mystic Records that released two EP's titled "Rat Pack" and "Ice Cream, Acid, and Cigarettes" and one self titled LP. They were also released on few Mystic Records compilations such as the Nardcore comp.
3.There is also a UK rave group from the early '90s who used the name The Rat Pack who had hits with tracks like "Searchin' for my rizzla"
I'm Always Chasing Rainbows
The Rat Pack Lyrics
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Watching clouds drifting by
My schemes are just like all my dreams
Ending in the sky
Some fellows look and find the sunshine
I always look and find the rain
Some fellows make a winning sometimes
I never even make a gain
Waiting to find a little bluebird in vain
I'm always chasing rainbows
Watching clouds drifting by
My schemes are just like all my dreams
Ending in the sky
Some fellows look and find the sunshine
I always look and find the rain
Some fellows make a winning sometimes
I never even make a gain
Believe me, I'm always chasing rainbows
The Rat Pack's "I'm Always Chasing Rainbows" is a melancholic song about the pursuit of happiness and the struggles to achieve one's dreams. The lyrics use rainbows as a metaphor for happiness, with the singer always chasing them but never truly finding what he's looking for. He's constantly dreaming up schemes to achieve his goals, but they all seem to end up like his dreams - unreachable and ending in the sky.
The singer contrasts himself with other "fellows" who are able to find happiness and success, but he always finds himself falling short. He never gains anything from his efforts, and the bluebird of happiness continues to elude him. The song speaks to the universal struggle of trying to find happiness and meaning in life, reflecting on the difficulty of achieving these goals.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm always chasing rainbows
I am constantly pursuing something unattainable.
Watching clouds drifting by
I am often lost in contemplation about my unattainable goal.
My schemes are just like all my dreams
My plans are as unrealistic as my aspirations.
Ending in the sky
The results of my plans and dreams are intangible and unachievable.
Some fellows look and find the sunshine
Some people are able to find happiness and success in life.
I always look and find the rain
I tend to focus on the negative aspects of life and struggle to find joy.
Some fellows make a winning sometimes
Some people are able to achieve their goals and succeed at times.
I never even make a gain
I lack progress in my pursuit of my unattainable goal.
Believe me, I'm always chasing rainbows
I am sincere when I say that my pursuit of my unachievable goal consumes my life.
Waiting to find a little bluebird in vain
Hoping for small moments of happiness and fulfillment, which are unlikely to arrive.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HARRY CARROLL, JOSEPH JOE MC CARTHY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@blacqwolff
sammy has always been one of my favorites when it comes to singing.his voice is like sipping whiskey........smoooooooooooooooth.
@akingaard3535
I have it on cd!! I have to go to my car to find the name i think its from 90's and has various jazz artists but Wow this comment was cool to see haha I'm in love with this song and had to dig a little to find it since Judy garland and randoms s kept popping up when I was searching😆
@penel100
These are two consumate artists who work together perfectly. I had forgotten how wonderfully Sammy Davis could deliver a song. Laurindo Almeida I could never forget.
@bennyjazzful
WOW Wonderful version by Sammy & Laurindo. Can't get much better than this.
@BreakCards
This is my favorite version of this music. The first time I heard, the last part made me cry and this version make me think about my life. I think this lyric was written for me. Specially the part of dreams... The first time, I heard this version I have a fight with my parents... Of corse with this version I cry... It's true is no coincidences...
@EdWaldrup
Have you noticed that some of the most elegant music is with a small simple production. This is a case in point. Beautifully performed. Two other examples are Doris Day and Andre Previn on Duet and Tony Bennett and Bill Evans on Together Again. All are spectacular. Misty is from this Sammy Davis album. These are all must haves.
@deniseboisvert7771
MAGNIFIQUE CHANSON art très bien interprété.
@marymcbride1850
One of my favorite songs. Amazing
@melissascollard9721
Sublime and perfect!
@SeltzerGal
Thank you so much for uploading this song. I have listened to it many times and I continue to be moved by its simplicity and beauty. @ChristopherPhilippe is so right..."it is a whispered secret".