How about "Freedom Comes, Freedom Goes", which I believe was their follow up to this smash hit. I never noticed until years later that the song was about a girl named Freedom - my Jr. High School Civics teacher in '71, Mr. Hall, used to play it and somehow relate song lyrics to political issues of the day so I guess I took it as a song about political freedom and not a girl!! Thanks. Mr. Hall for playing all the great tunes of the day in your classroom! Video of the song here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-iU4VHgTlaKc.html
LOVE THAT, when you get that feeling!! I find myself doing that and thinking: HOW could I REMEMBER ALL the WORDS from something that long ago? But: WE DO!! IT'S AWESOME!!
per wiki, Lead singer Rod Allen uses a vocal technique similar to that used by Frankie Valli on his solo records. Good ear. I hear it too, especially on the line ' It always seems to be a Monday '.
Here's to you, Gray, my first crush. We listened to this song together so often. Course you never knew I had a crush on you. Here comes that Rainy Day Feeling. Again. In 2024.
Sunshine takes me back to elementary school. On rainy days our recess would be inside and we would listen to records (45s to be exact). We would play Sunshine and when he says “damn” we would turn up the volume and look at the teacher to see if she reacted. To us it was a major curse word. LOL Then when “Chevy Van” came out that became the new ‘dirty’ song.
I remember in the mid-60's, riding in the back seat of a car with my friend, his older brother and his girlfriend. I was 10 and mesmerised by her singing along with the song. Ha ha. Funny what we remember.
Summer of '71 is when I started to get into music. Loved this upbeat song. Didn't realize until later it was about a breakup. When you are a pre-teen, you like the sound and never really pay attention to the lyrics. This was a sort-of comeback hit for them. They were part of the original British invasion. They had just a couple of hits in 1965, "You've Got Your Troubles' and "Here It Comes Again". Great hearing this song again! Speaking of summer of '71, how about reacting to Three Dog Night's "Liar". Thanks.
Wow, have the Stars aligned? I just sent you folks an e-mail earlier today (something I've only done once before a few years ago). Any way, I was suggesting you get studio session singer 'Tony Burrows' for your 'With the Creators' segments. Tony was best known for working with 'The Rogers' (Roger Greenaway and Roger Cook). They wrote this song and 'Long Cool Woman In a Black Dress' as well as many others. I thank "The Professor of Rock" for his awesome video on him. Tony had 5, yes that's right 5 'One Hit Wonders' each with a different band. I think 3 were on the chart at the same time! They were ... 'Edison Lighthouse - Love Grows Where My Rosemary Goes' (1970) 'First Class - Beach Baby' (1974) 'White Plains' - My Baby Loves Lovin' (1970) 'Brotherhood of Man - United We Stand' (1970) All great songs by the same singer, Tony is a true legend. Cheers
The Fortunes hit "You've Got Your Troubles" has a genius little vocal counter melody thing near the end. Someone said it was the greatest example of it in pop history. "Storm in a Teacup" and "Here It Comes Again" are fantastic too. They also sang "Caroline" which was was used as the theme tune for pirate radio station Radio Caroline back in the 60's. Great days.
This was one of my sister's favorites. She played it on her record player sooo much. It's funny because we had terrential rain and flooding here in Ontario Canada the other day and this song brought up my spirits. Thanks kids. Canadian Grandma Lori. C.
Thank you always liked this song .The Fortunes came in on the first British invasion 1965 with "You Got Your Troubles I Got Mine" These were their two top hits. They had other songs such as" Seasons in the Sun". ,.They also wrote one song for Coke Cola" It's The Real Thing" Rod Allen was one of the lead singers it is his voice on this one. thanks again.
There is a one hit wonder by the group "Bullet," called, "White Lies Blue Eyes', that's worth a listen. This song came out in August,1971,about the same time as, 'Here comes that rainy day feeling again".
Loved many of their songs 🎵 I was born in 81' and the late 50's through the 70's is my favorite era. I know and love that music like I was there when it was on the charts.
Thankyou thankyou thankyou thankyou for reacting to these groups, the 60's and 70's so feel goooood!!!!!!!! About time we get to listen to this group, need to listen to more of this type of music at its best!!!!!!!!!!!! My absolute favourite music will always be my favourite.
Hey y’all! The music from the 60s-70s is so TIMELESS! Just think about this - that was over 60 years ago and we’re still crazy about it today! I know we never listened to music from the 1900s back in 60s! 😂😂😂
"you've got your troubles" great, "It's so nice to be with you" by the group Gallery, another great feel good song, Amber you and Jay will love this upbeat one as well.
I loved this song when I was a little kid! I thought it was earlier, from the '60's. I love their little blazers, definitely has influences from The Beach Boys and The Beatles. check out "Ferry Cross the Mersey" by Jerry and the Pacemakers!
This is reflective of music of the era where a certain innocence and omission of vulgarity due to boundaries existed in society, unlike the music of today.
There was such an unmistakable style of songs from that brief 1 - 2 year period that brings such memories back to those who lived through it! They were technically sweet "pop" songs, but such nice melodies!
What a great pick, guys!! It has brought back memories of driving up to Magic Mountain, north of L.A. and having a fantastic time! In 1971, you could get into MM for, no kidding, $4.50!! And ride everything as much as you wanted! They didn't have all the thrill rides they brought in later, but it was still a ton of fun!! And so affordable! This was one of my favorite tunes that year! And '71 was a great year for popular music!
You’ve Got Your Troubles I’ve Got Mine was one of their big hits back in the early 60’s. They certainly did the clubs and pubs in the UK. A very friendly group individuals who used to chat with people in between their show on stage.
1970/71 were all about bad weather. This song came out in April 71. "Rainy Days And Mondays" by the Carpenters came out in May. In March, "Have You Ever Seen The Rain" by CCR was #1, after it was released as a single, off their 1970 album "Pendulum". In June, The Doors released "Riders On The Storm." In July, Bill Withers released "Ain't No Sunshine." Also in 1970: CCR's "Who'll Stop The Rain." James Taylor's "Fire And Rain." Brook Benton's "Rainy Night In Georgia." All great songs, and there were lots more.
One of those perfect pop songs from the early 70s, Summer of '71 to be exact. Amazing production all around. I hate to be repetitive, but it's sad they just don't make music like this anymore./ "Misty morning eyes / I'm trying to disguise the way I feel / But I just can't hide it / People seem to know that loneliness will show / I'm thinking of my pride / But breaking up inside, girl "
I'd like to put in a vote for their follow up song, "Freedom Comes, Freedom Goes". It's just as catchy as this song, if not more so. Great group and I have all their songs on my playlist!
This used to be on the radio all the time, and I've always liked the tune. I'd never seen a photo of them, and honestly I've never been able to tell whether they were white or black. The song has a really cool groove. I've never heard anything else by them, or that I knew was by them.
The first time i heard that was in 1981 in part of the "Stars On Long Play" medley. (Remember "Stars on 45" ? ). Also included was "Here Comes the Sun" by the Beatles in the medley to provide counterpoint.
This is def an oldie but goodie. Def a fav from my childhood. I started kindergarten in 1969 and rode the bus and these older songs reminds me of riding the bus to school in the WA rain ☔️. I was a kid so all I could relate to was standing at the bus stop with my yellow slicker and bubble umbrella and red galoshes over my dress shoes. 👞 and humming this song in my mind. Makes me grin to remember those days again. Thanks for posting
My favorite Fortunes song!!! You've Got Your Troubles was another Fortunes hit. But I would suggest "I think We're Alone Now" by Tommy James and the Shondels from 1967. It was later covered by Tiffany in 1987.
Another great song. Have you heard any Supertramp's music? They had a lot of hits, but my favorite is Goodbye Stranger. There was an amusement park in Tulsa and they played Goodbye Stranger on the Tilt-A-Whirl. The combo of the driving beat while being slung around was exhilarating
YAAAAAY!!! I'm SO HAPPY that ya'll are doing some of the OLDER TUNES!!! SO LOVE THEM!!! Amber: I have a feeling you are gonna LOVE THIS ONE!! :) Always sounded, to me, a little bit like Soda Pop Shop & Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons did a collab!! :) HUGS, YA'LL!
Love The Fortunes. I just ran across one I know you’ll like. “One Fine Morning” from Lighthouse. Brass,strings, piano solo, guitar solo and amazing vocals. Cheers.
