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Formed
1967, Kingston, Jamaica
Members
Albert Griffiths, Errol Grandison (1967-73), David Webber (1967-69), Clinton Fearon (1969-87), Gallimore Sutherland (died in January 2017)

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Rainy Night in Georgia
the Gladiators Lyrics

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Hoverin' by my suitcase, tryin' to find a warm place to spend the night
Heavy rain fallin', seems I hear your voice callin' "It's all right."
Rainy night in Georgia, such a rainy night in Georgia
Look like it's rainin' all over the world
Lord, it's rainin' all over the world

Neon lights a-flashin', lots of cabs and buses passin' through the night
A distant moanin' of a train plays a very sad refrain to the night

Rainy night in Georgia, such a rainy night in Georgia
Look like it's rainin' all over the world
Lord, it's rainin' all over the world

/: How many nights I wondered
But it still works out the same
No matter how she looks at you and she knows it, darling
It's life and you just got to play the game

I find me a place in a box car, get my guitar to pass some time
Late at night I go to rest
I hold your picture to my chest and I feel fine
Rainy night in Georgia, such a rainy night in Georgia

Look like it's rainin' all over the world
Lord, it's rainin' all over the world

Overall Meaning

The Gladiators' song "Rainy Night in Georgia" is a hauntingly beautiful piece lamenting about the struggle of finding a place to stay on a rainy night. The singer is seen standing next to his suitcase, searching for a warm place to spend the night, amidst the heavy downpour. However, the memory of a loved one's voice seems to console him as he navigates through the difficult time. The song paints a vivid picture of the rainy night, with the neon lights flashing and cabs and buses passing through the night. The distant moaning of a train adds to the overall melancholic mood of the song.

In the second verse, the singer wonders how many nights he has spent in the same predicament. Regardless of the circumstances, he acknowledges that life is a game in which he must continue playing. The final few lines of the song show the singer settling into a boxcar with his guitar, looking at a picture of a loved one and feeling content in that moment. The song's use of imagery and soulful lyrics make it a timeless classic that resonates with listeners to this day.

Line by Line Meaning

Hoverin' by my suitcase, tryin' to find a warm place to spend the night
The singer is desperately searching for a comfortable place to stay for the night, while carrying a suitcase.

Heavy rain fallin', seems I hear your voice callin' "It's all right."
Despite the heavy rain, the singer imagines hearing a reassuring voice that comforts them that everything will be okay.

Rainy night in Georgia, such a rainy night in Georgia
The singer emphasizes the miserable weather, specifically in Georgia.

Look like it's rainin' all over the world Lord, it's rainin' all over the world
The artist believes that the rain is not just confined to Georgia but that it is raining all over the world, implying a sense of hopelessness and despair.

Neon lights a-flashin', lots of cabs and buses passin' through the night
The artist describes the busy lifestyle that still goes on even during such a rainy night in the city.

A distant moanin' of a train plays a very sad refrain to the night
The singer notices a mournful sound of a train echoing through the night, giving the impression of forlornness.

How many nights I wondered But it still works out the same No matter how she looks at you and she knows it, darling It's life and you just got to play the game
The singer reflects on their past experiences and how it always leads to the same outcome, regardless of the situation, implying that life is like a game and one just has to keep playing it no matter what.

I find me a place in a box car, get my guitar to pass some time Late at night I go to rest I hold your picture to my chest and I feel fine
The artist finds solace in playing their guitar while taking shelter in a box car, and later finds comfort in holding a picture of a loved one, implying that even during difficult times, one can still find joy in the little things.

Writer(s): Tony White

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