Originated from a surf rock group called the Crossfires, the Turtles delved into many genres such as breezy pop, psychedelic music, and folk rock. A precursor to the bubblegum pop of the late 60s and early 70s as well as a foil to the more self-consciously hip and "serious" acts of the era, the Turtles produced at least a dozen memorable, radio-friendly chart singles. Yet they remain best known for 1967's "Happy Together", which was their only chart-topping single.
The Turtles wound down their career in 1970.
The two prominent singers - Howard Kaylan ("Eddie") and Mark Volman ("Flo" a.k.a. "Phlorescent Leech") - collaborated with Frank Zappa for a short but very intensive period of one and a half years (between 1970-72) and were the cornerstone of what was known to be the Zappa "Vaudeville" band; two of the most famous achievements of that period being the albums Fillmore East – June 1971 and 200 Motels, the soundtrack of the film by the same name.
A Walk in the Sun
The Turtles Lyrics
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It's been a long time since I've seen you
You've got a lovely place; the kids must send their love
We stood there lonely, baby, without you
CHORUS:
& girl, you don't have to walk in the rain
'Cause baby, I know things can be just the same as before
When you walk through my door, you'll be home
I was so afraid I almost turned away
But you know I need somebody to cling to
I looked at your face; I love you anyway
It's been a long time since I've seen you
(chorus twice, then repeat its 1st line & fade)
The Turtles’ song You Don’t Have To Walk In The Rain is a beautiful and heartfelt song about longing for the return of someone special. The lyrics in the song convey the emotions of a person who has not seen his loved one in a long time but still adores her. He looks at her face and wonders if that is the face he loves. There is a sense of uncertainty and apprehension in his voice as he talks about how long it has been since he last saw her. He comments on her lovely place and mentions how much the children miss her.
It is evident from the lyrics that the person misses the company of the loved one and wishes she was back. There is a sense of loneliness permeating through the words as the person talks about how they stood ‘there’ without her. The chorus is particularly moving where he sings about how she doesn’t have to walk in the rain anymore and tells her that things can be just the same as before. He assures her that when she walks through the door, she will be home.
Overall, the song is an eloquent expression of how it feels to miss someone so much and how just the thought of seeing that special someone can fill one’s heart with joy and hope.
Line by Line Meaning
I looked at your face; is that the face I love?
As I saw you, I wasn't sure if I recognize you anymore or if my feelings for you still exist.
It's been a long time since I've seen you
I haven't met you for a while now.
You've got a lovely place; the kids must send their love
You seem to have a cozy home; your children must be greeting us.
We stood there lonely, baby, without you
We felt empty and sad in your absence.
Girl, you don't have to walk in the rain
You don't need to endure the hardships alone.
'Cause baby, I know things can be just the same as before
I believe things can go back to how they were, and everything will be alright.
When you walk through my door, you'll be home, girl
As soon as you come inside, you will feel like you have finally come back to your haven.
I was so afraid I almost turned away
I felt scared and almost walked away from the situation.
But you know I need somebody to cling to
However, I realized that I need someone to hold onto.
I looked at your face; I love you anyway
Although I had doubts earlier, as I see you now, I still love you regardless of everything.
It's been a long time since I've seen you
It has been a while since we last saw each other.
Girl, you don't have to walk in the rain
You don't need to go through life difficulties alone.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: AL NICHOL, HOWARD KAYLAN, JIM PONS, JOHN SEITER, MARK VOLMAN
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