They were formed in 1973 and are still releasing records today. Their lineup has changed over the years, as has their musical style, although it has not strayed too far from the "roots reggae" style that they are generally categorized as.
With Dean Pond in the touring lineup (Dean Pond, founder of Dub Mystic and one time musical director and drummer for Culture, and V.I. producer of the year) this year (??) should prove to be even bigger for Third World.
Standing In The Rain
Third World Lyrics
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Making tear drops remind me of grey skies
Why should today's dreams be tomorrows heartache
Let's make summer days 365 and if it's in my power long as I'm alive
oh you'll never see me standing in the rain
Oh you'll never see me standing in the rain
Oh you'll never see me standing in the rain
Fair to fine, that's how I'm feeling I kept on hoping I'd see a brighter day
Well wishing friends they forecast storm warning, rough running up ahead
Is what they say, but the road I'm taking it clont lead that way
oh you'll never see me standing in the rain
Oh you'll never see me standing in the rain
In "Standing In The Rain," Third World urges listeners to focus on the bright and sunny side of life. The song's opening lines encourage us to avoid brewing up stormy weather and to not let tear drops remind us of grey skies. It's a call to live in the moment and to make the most of every day. The lyrics suggest that we should strive for happiness and not let our dreams turn into heartache.
The chorus repeats the phrase "oh you'll never see me standing in the rain" three times, emphasizing the idea that the singer will always choose to stay out of the rain and in the sunshine. The last line of the chorus, "take me where the music's playing," reinforces the optimistic and carefree tone of the song.
The second verse starts by stating that the singer is feeling "fair to fine" and hoping for a brighter day. Despite the storm warnings from friends, the singer believes that the road they are taking doesn't lead to rough running up ahead. The verse reinforces the idea that we should keep a positive attitude and trust that things will work out.
Overall, "Standing In The Rain" encourages listeners to focus on the positives in life and not let fear or negativity bring us down. The song's upbeat rhythm and catchy chorus make it a feel-good anthem that inspires us to dance and enjoy life.
Line by Line Meaning
Why spend time brewing up stormy weather
Why waste time creating problems and negativity
Making tear drops remind me of grey skies
Allowing sadness to take over, reminding oneself of depressing times
Why should today's dreams be tomorrows heartache
Why put ourselves through pain now that will only hurt us in the future
Let's make summer days 365 and if it's in my power long as I'm alive
Let's try to maintain happiness and positivity all year round, as long as we live
oh you'll never see me standing in the rain
I won't let problems and negativity bring me down
Take me where the musict playing
Take me to a place where there is happiness and positivity
Fair to fine, that's how I'm feeling I kept on hoping I'd see a brighter day
I am doing okay, but I am hoping things will get better
Well wishing friends they forecast storm warning, rough running up ahead
Friends warn of problems and challenges in the future
Is what they say, but the road I'm taking it clont lead that way
Although there may be challenges ahead, I am taking a different path that won't lead to negativity
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL COOPER
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Shon from da Chi!
My happy song indeed!! Memories!! 🎼🎼🎤
Lawrence Njawe
It's Third World... One would think it's Barry White or Lou Rawls...Good track!!
ANIRUDDHA DAS
Awesome track
Karl de B
Ibo Ibo Ibo Ibo