up in Bari, and beg… Read Full Bio ↴A native of the South of Italy, Rocco Ventrella grew
up in Bari, and began playing saxophone at age
fourteen, inspired by some jazz records his father
had given to him... and that music hit home! ...fast
forward to 1998... Rocco begins his love affair with
Smooth Jazz music and starts to record some
tracks to explore this new musical style.
In 2005, Rocco recorded, arranged and produced
the CD "Tribute To Grover Washington, Jr." in
memory of the late, great saxophone player. This
remarkable CD originally contained only three tracks:
"Winelight", "Let It Flow", "Make Me A Memory",
("Mr. Grover" and "Come Morning" were added
in 2006) but it was instrumental in making Rocco
a household name on Smooth Jazz stations across
the Internet! Ventrella continued to create new
recordings featuring his own compositions, including
the soulful and haunting "I Receive Your Love".
The Tribute CD and "I Receive Your Love" brought
Rocco to the attention of American producer Bruce
Nazarian (Anita Baker, Millie Scott, The Automatix),
and an international alliance was born!
The product of that collaboration, a new CD called
"Give Me The Groove" is a unique global
collaboration, joining together Rocco Ventrella from
Italy, his longtime friend Renato Falaschi from
France, and producer/multiinstrumentalist
Bruce Nazarian from the USA in a smooth, yet funky
showcase for Rocco's performing and writing talents.
After hearing an early copy of the
CD, Jimi King, Smooth Jazz Programme Director
of www.SKY.fm named "Soulful Strut" as his Number
One Smooth Jazz Track of 2006 in the year-end
countdown, and placed two additional Rocco tracks
in the top 25 including "Alleria", and Rocco's soulful
reworking of "Feel Like Makin' Love". Since its
official release, this CD has taken internet radio by
storm!
"Give Me The Groove" CD obtained quotes from
George Duke, Dave Koz, Bob James, Chris
Standring.
November 2007 Rocco has been Pre-Nominated
for the 50° Grammy Award Contemporary Jazz Best
Album 2007.
The musical integrity, artistry, heart and soul of
saxophonist Rocco Ventrella
can soon be heard on the album "Give Me The
Groove" - his first official solo
recording in quite a while - "I've been so busy
fulfilling commitments to play or record for other
artists or broadcast clients, and recording a solo
album never entered my mind until recently. Over the past
few years, the desire to express myself entirily within my
own my personal musical universe has inflamed into a
burning passion...”.
January/February 2008 Rocco has been invited to give a
clinic/concert at Berklee College of Boston obtaining considerable
merits from Woodwind chair Bill Pierce. In this time in Boston,
Rocco played with great artists of Boston area like Sergio Bellotti,
Spajazzy,Tino D'Agostino, Frank Wilkins(WeJazzUp, Stevie
Wonder, Al Jarreau),Tim Ingles, Andre Hayward(Joshua Redman
Ensemble, Joe Lovano). These days Rocco touring continuosly
and giving Master Classes. “I love being able to work with young
students and help them improve.There’s no better feeling than
to help a player achieve their goal.”We believe Rocco Ventrella
to be a contemporary jazz artist of the new generation who is
without equal!
Into the Light
The V.I.P. Club Lyrics
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Won't you step into the light
You can't glow in the dark
If you don't step into the light
Step from the dark into the light. Uh huh, Uh huh
You can run but you can't hide. Uh huh, Uh huh
Cause it'll find you in the day or night, yeah. Uh huh, Uh huh
Don't get left in the dark
Don't get left in the dark oh
Won't you step into the light
Won't you step into the light
You can't glow in the dark
You can't glow in the dark
If you don't step into the light
If you don't step in step up
Don't cut your nose to spite your face.
They say that love will find a way.
Hope the check it comes today.
But what I've learned is hope don't pay. No oooh
Feet - Don't fail me now
What -Goes up must come down
While - Out living here above the ground
Safe - Feeling safe and sound
Just - Just look around
See - You see tears of a clown
You - Can't miss what you never had
World - Out here don't it make you mad.
Don't get left in the dark
Don't get left in the dark oh oooh
Won't you step into the light
Step into the light, oh ooo oh
You can't glow in the dark
If you don't step into the light
From out the darkness into the light
Be on my P.E. don't believe the hype!
Some believe but some may not
I'm on that hot shit so I keeps it hot.
Unbelievable V up in the booth Yameen in the building I'm telling you the truth.
So what it is and what you need to learn is, step into the light.
You know what I mean, its much brighter. So much clearer, See much clearer. Please believe! Bless up!
Feet - Don't fail me now
What -Goes up must come down
While - Out living here above the ground
Safe - Feeling safe and sound
Just - Just look around
See - You see tears of a clown
You - Can't miss what you never had
World - Out here don't it make you mad.
The lyrics of "Into the Light" speaks of the importance of stepping out of the darkness and into the light. It is a motivational song that encourages the listener to embrace life and take chances, to step out of their comfort zone and experience life in full color. The lyrics metaphorically convey that hiding away in the shadows will not allow an individual to shine or make an impact in their life, but taking a step into the light will illuminate one's path and allow them to glow. The lyrics also talk about the challenges one may face, the failures they may encounter, the experiences they may get, but it also emphasises that success comes to those who take risks.
Overall, this song's message is that life is unpredictable, but one must not let it bring them down. Life should be lived in vibrant colors, and opportunities must be utilized as they come, and they will come when you step out of the darkness and into the light.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't get left in the dark
Don't stay ignorant, step towards knowledge.
Won't you step into the light
Embrace new possibilities and opportunities.
You can't glow in the dark
You can't succeed if you're hiding from the world.
If you don't step into the light
Try new things and put yourself out there to achieve success.
Step from the dark into the light. Uh huh, Uh huh
Change your ways and become a better person. Keep going!
You can run but you can't hide. Uh huh, Uh huh
Don't try to avoid problems, face them head on.
Cause it'll find you in the day or night, yeah. Uh huh, Uh huh
Problems never go away, they always linger and wait for us.
Life's in color not black and white, well. Uh huh, Uh huh
Life is full of endless possibilities, don't limit yourself.
Don't cut your nose to spite your face.
Don't let anger control you and lead to poor decisions.
They say that love will find a way.
Love is the key to happiness and finding our way in life.
Hope the check it comes today.
Stay optimistic, good things will come in time.
But what I've learned is hope don't pay. No oooh
Hoping alone does not lead to success, action is needed as well.
Feet - Don't fail me now
Stay strong and don't give up.
What -Goes up must come down
Everything has its ups and downs, learn to ride the wave.
While - Out living here above the ground
We are blessed to be alive and should make the most of every moment.
Safe - Feeling safe and sound
Feeling secure and content is important for mental health.
Just - Just look around
Take a good look at the world and appreciate its beauty.
See - You see tears of a clown
Sometimes even those who appear happy are struggling on the inside.
You - Can't miss what you never had
Don't focus on what you don't have, appreciate what you do.
World - Out here don't it make you mad.
The world can be frustrating and unfair, but we must keep pushing forward.
From out the darkness into the light
Escape from negativity and embrace positivity.
Be on my P.E. don't believe the hype!
Stay focused and don't get distracted by negative influences.
Some believe but some may not
Not everyone will have the same beliefs or opinions as you, and that's okay.
I'm on that hot shit so I keeps it hot.
Believe in yourself and stay motivated to achieve your goals.
Unbelievable V up in the booth Yameen in the building I'm telling you the truth.
This is a declaration of the artists behind the track, stating their power and truth behind the song.
So what it is and what you need to learn is, step into the light.
The song's message is to step out of the darkness and into a better life.
You know what I mean, its much brighter. So much clearer, See much clearer. Please believe! Bless up!
Living with positivity is a much better way to live. Believe in oneself and be grateful for one's blessings.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Valvin II Roane, Jeffrey Nix
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