WPA initially gained a reputation as a hot new band through their constant touring in their early days, however they never really became a commercial success. They did however, form a fanatical supporter base, known as the "Wedheads" that continued to sustain the band for years. Upon the conclusion of the band several members continued on to other projects, with Mick Thomas creating Croxton Records with friend Nick Corr.
Renowned for their energetic live shows, WPA had a handful of live songs that were nearly always guaranteed to push the mosh pit into a frenzy, particularly "A Tale They Won't Believe", the story of cannibalism in the convict days of Tasmania. Also known for the especially legendary Christmas shows which grew from one night on Christmas Eve to a full week of live shows at the Central Club Hotel in Richmond. The 1998 show was recorded and released as a double live album, They Were Better Live.
Musically, WPA were a combination of Australian indie and garage rock, sixties folk, punk and (later) country. They lead what later became known as the alt-country scene in Melbourne{fact}. WPA were often compared to The Pogues, though the two bands were actually contemporaries rather than one following the other; the two bands toured Australia together in the early '90s.
WPA reformed for the Community Cup Challenge footy match in July 2005 and again for the Queenscliff Music Festival in 2006. They held a reunion tour in 2008 and have played periodic shows since.
RAIN IN MY HEART
Weddings Parties Anything Lyrics
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That could make this plain, or make your blues go away
Time flies, but it don't heal
Can't hide, what anybody would feel
Woah, oh
I got the sun in my eyes
I got the wind in my face
But I'm fallin' in line not falling apart
Woah-oh-oh
Now the task at hand
It's the life that we lead
It is the rent we pay
It's the mouths that we feed
It's not wrong to cry
But it's wrong to weep while life passes by
Woah, oh
I got the sun in my eyes
I got the wind in my face
I got the rain in my heart
But I'm fallin' in line not falling apart
Woah-oh-oh
And out the back in the shed there's a surfboard
That we will not sell
That nobody will ride
But lets leave it out there don't bring it inside
Woah-oh-oh-oh
Woah, oh
I got the sun in my eyes,
I got the wind in my face
I got the rain in my heart
But I'm fallin' in line not falling apart
Woah-oh-oh
I got the sun in my eyes
I got the wind in my face (in my eyes)
I got the rain in my heart (rain in my heart)
But I'm fallin' in line not falling apart (fallin' apart)
The song "Rain in My Heart" by Weddings Parties Anything is about the struggles of life and love. The lyrics suggest that sometimes in life, we go through difficult times and face numerous struggles that can leave us feeling broken and empty. The singer admits that he has nothing to say that could make things better or take away the pain. Despite the tough times, he chooses not to fall apart but instead chooses to remain strong.
The song is a heart-wrenching ballad that speaks of the misery one feels when going through rough patches. The lyrics convey the message of perseverance and the importance of holding onto the things that matter in life. The words suggest that life is precarious and that one should try to avoid the regret of not having lived it to the fullest. Overall, the song has a message of hope, encouraging people to keep on going despite the hardships they may face.
Line by Line Meaning
If you please, I've got nothing to say
I don't have the answers or the words to make everything better
That could make this plain, or make your blues go away
I can't simplify this or take away your pain
Time flies, but it don't heal
Time doesn't fix everything or make the hurt go away
Can't hide, what anybody would feel
We can't pretend that we're okay or hide our emotions
Woah, oh
Musical interlude
I got the sun in my eyes
Life is bright and hard to see clearly
I got the wind in my face
Challenges are always pushing against me
I got the rain in my heart
My heart is heavy with sadness
But I'm fallin' in line not falling apart
Despite everything, I'm staying strong and keeping it together
Now the task at hand
The reality we face
It's the life that we lead
The way we choose to live
It is the rent we pay
The cost of being alive
It's the mouths that we feed
The responsibilities we have to provide for others
It's not wrong to cry
It's okay to feel emotions and let them out
But it's wrong to weep while life passes by
It's not healthy to stay lost in sadness and miss out on life
And out the back in the shed there's a surfboard
We have possessions that we hold onto for no real reason
That we will not sell
We're attached to those possessions and unwilling to let go
That nobody will ride
No one finds joy in those possessions anymore
But lets leave it out there don't bring it inside
It's better to keep them out of sight and mind than to keep them close and weigh us down
I got the sun in my eyes
Life is bright and hard to see clearly
I got the wind in my face (in my eyes)
Challenges are always pushing against me (blocking my vision)
I got the rain in my heart (rain in my heart)
My heart is heavy with sadness (drowning in emotion)
But I'm fallin' in line not falling apart (fallin' apart)
Despite everything, I'm staying strong and keeping it together
Writer(s): Michael James Thomas
Contributed by Maya T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@congokjt4025
Great rendition of this great song. They sure know how to do a good chorus. And the line "out the back in the shed there’s a surfboard... “ How intriguing.
@thedave7760
It is the original rendition isn't it?
It was written my Mick and played by his band, I don't know of anyone else who covered it.
@overheardproductions6606
Love this song. My late brother did a great version at just a slightly quicker tempo.
Good on you, Brazen, for all the background info and attribution above. 🤘
Bill Q. #OverheardProductions
@pedrotheswift5937
What a great vid,,, such great memories of the 90's...
@JohnErnstP76
Organised by Francis Neoh from Warrnambool - he’s the one cooking - included the who’s who from sport and the first reality TV stars from Sylvania Waters. I organised the P76 Club to attend.
@daniellehuddle6641
Yeah we we’re in it too in the hairy lime 💚
@JohnErnstP76
@@daniellehuddle6641 hey how are you?
@thedave7760
One of my favourite albums ever every song was a poem with the best arrangements.
Really miss these days.
Thanks for posting.
@user-lz4yn8xq5o
The life, the rent, the feeds....that's ❤🎉😮😊
@user-lz4yn8xq5o
Gotta stock up again......😮