Crowded House — Four Seasons in One Day
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Four seasons in one day
Lying in the depths of your imagination
Worlds above and worlds below
The sun shines on the black clouds hanging over the domain
Even when you're feeling warm
The temperature could drop away
Like four seasons in one day
Smiling as the shit comes down
You can tell a man from what he has to say
Everything gets turned around
And I will risk my neck again, again
You can take me where you will
Up the creek and through the mill
Like all the things you can't explain
Four seasons in one day
Blood dries up
Like rain, like rain
Fills my cup
Like four seasons in one day
It doesn't pay to make predictions
Sleeping on an unmade bed
Finding out wherever there is comfort there is pain
Only one step away
Like four seasons in one day
Blood dries up
Like rain, like rain
Fills my cup
Like four seasons in one day
Lying in the depths of your imagination
Worlds above and worlds below
The sun shines on the black clouds hanging over the domain
Even when you're feeling warm
The temperature could drop away
Like four seasons in one day
Smiling as the shit comes down
You can tell a man from what he has to say
Everything gets turned around
And I will risk my neck again, again
You can take me where you will
Up the creek and through the mill
Like all the things you can't explain
Four seasons in one day
Blood dries up
Like rain, like rain
Fills my cup
Like four seasons in one day
It doesn't pay to make predictions
Sleeping on an unmade bed
Finding out wherever there is comfort there is pain
Only one step away
Like four seasons in one day
Blood dries up
Like rain, like rain
Fills my cup
Like four seasons in one day
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Such great songwriting! It captures the essence of so many relationships.
Going right back to being "Split Enz" total genius stuff.
I absolutely love the track "I got you" on the Dizrythmia album.. Check it out.
I absolutely love the track "I got you" on the Dizrythmia album.. Check it out.
Ok_Sobriquet wrote:
Earthy
"Shit" isn't profane, not even close. Vulgar maybe, but not profane.
Earthy
Hannio wrote:
Like this past Saturday when the temperature dropped 35 degrees in 10 minutes.
Must be the fault of their solar panels.
Like this past Saturday when the temperature dropped 35 degrees in 10 minutes.
Must be the fault of their solar panels.
Ableragtacker wrote:
I'm from NZ and ....just nah
(unless you're implying they're not played enough...)
Anyone fom nz knows how overplayed the Finns are
I'm from NZ and ....just nah
(unless you're implying they're not played enough...)
Just saw them in concert in Madrid. What a night, what a vibe and what a great location is the botanic garden of the UC. Their interpretation of Bowies' Heroes was superb. Great to hear back all their songs and see so much enthusiasm of the band members. Oh those voices:)
2020xradio wrote:
I rate any song a 1 if it has profanity
Billy Connolly once said "There is no such thing as 'bad language', only bad use of good language."
I think these guys nailed it here, maybe you just don't get it...
I rate any song a 1 if it has profanity
Billy Connolly once said "There is no such thing as 'bad language', only bad use of good language."
I think these guys nailed it here, maybe you just don't get it...
2020xradio wrote:
Life must be very difficult for you.
I rate any song a 1 if it has profanity
Life must be very difficult for you.
coloradojohn wrote:
to me this was a song about manic depression. how your mood can change by the hour. it's seemed more profound and insightful than if it was simply on the nose about weather. it's good how songs reach out to us in different ways
Surely one of the best talents in the music biz. I am continually struck by how closely he sounds to McCartney in this! When I was lucky and blessed enough to experience Melbourne and all Victoria has to offer a 2nd time, my mates Geoff and Vicki Winter reminded me that this song is about the weather they have there; within the hour, it went from balmy (it was late November) to chilly and back again; as wild as the swings we have here in Boulder, for sure! Vicki's sister's husband went to school with Nick Seymour, who was Best Man at their wedding. I got to steep myself in lore of a favorite band with the best mates ever, in one of Earth's best realms...
to me this was a song about manic depression. how your mood can change by the hour. it's seemed more profound and insightful than if it was simply on the nose about weather. it's good how songs reach out to us in different ways
oh, oh, you get a 1
Not bad for an Aussie band .
"Shit" isn't profane, not even close. Vulgar maybe, but not profane.
Edweirdo wrote:
What a fucking stupid attitude.
Don’t feed the troll
What a fucking stupid attitude.
Don’t feed the troll
2020xradio wrote:
I rate any song a 1 if it has profanity
What a fucking stupid attitude.
I rate any song a 1 if it has profanity
What a fucking stupid attitude.
2020xradio wrote:
I rate any song a 1 if it has profanity
Crowded House didn't realize it would offend you. I'm certain they'll change the lyrics to accommodate your delicate sensibilities.
I rate any song a 1 if it has profanity
Crowded House didn't realize it would offend you. I'm certain they'll change the lyrics to accommodate your delicate sensibilities.
cob427uk1 wrote:
I rate any song a 1 if it has profanity
"Smiling as the **** comes down" Sums up many periods of my life. Love this song never saw them live and regret that big time!
I rate any song a 1 if it has profanity
cob427uk1 wrote:
They are currently touring again, check out the Neil Finn website!!
"Smiling as the shit comes down" Sums up many periods of my life. Love this song never saw them live and regret that big time!
They are currently touring again, check out the Neil Finn website!!
saellig668552 wrote:
Kinda the effect they wanted, I think...
i know - steppin' into a hornets nest...
but i find this very dreary - talented artist, but the voice.... to me its like sedative which fails to really calm you but still sucks life out of you..
sorry;-)
but i find this very dreary - talented artist, but the voice.... to me its like sedative which fails to really calm you but still sucks life out of you..
sorry;-)
Kinda the effect they wanted, I think...
quiqma wrote:
indeed, now those who do not know should look up
Maravillosa!
indeed, now those who do not know should look up
Never enough of Crowded House on RP. I can do with hearing less Pink Floyd, Roberte Plante, Cowboy Monkeys, or Loreena <yawn> McKennitt <more yawn> . But CH are always welcome.
Like all the things you can't explain, [like] finding out where there is comfort there is pain. Like CH.
Like all the things you can't explain, [like] finding out where there is comfort there is pain. Like CH.
i know - steppin' into a hornets nest...
but i find this very dreary - talented artist, but the voice.... to me its like sedative which fails to really calm you but still sucks life out of you..
sorry;-)
but i find this very dreary - talented artist, but the voice.... to me its like sedative which fails to really calm you but still sucks life out of you..
sorry;-)
Maravillosa!
Outstanding song. Is that Jamie Gum on the album cover?
RAISING TO 9 - LOVE LOVE LOVE -I saw Neil Finn with Fleetwood Mac and he was amazing.
Long Live 
Radio Paradise
My rating: 9 -OUTSTANDING
Radio ParadiseMy rating: 9 -OUTSTANDING
"Smiling as the shit comes down" Sums up many periods of my life. Love this song never saw them live and regret that big time!
That period in the mid 90s when Crowded House reminded you of how great songwriting and performance was why you loved music so much. Saw them repeatedly back then, and each time was such a pleasure.
2300 ratings -> 7.5
The RP audience have spoken
Pound sand nay-sayers
The RP audience have spoken
Pound sand nay-sayers
I love Neil Finn and look forward to his collaboration with Fleetwood Mac.
Very nice...
Raising again 9 - O U T S T A N D I N G
Raising it to 8 Most Excellent for me today
robertomiller wrote:
I had very much the same thought. For a second, I thought "those indie bands today, there is really a sound they all share"...
This came out 20 years ago…? Hard to believe. Seems like two years ago. Great song.
I had very much the same thought. For a second, I thought "those indie bands today, there is really a sound they all share"...
This came out in my post high school days, when my musical tastes leaned towards classic rock and old-school rap/hip-hop/r&b. I probably would not have liked it then; boy do I like it now! 7 → 8 → 9 all in one listening!
One of my favorites by a great band, thanks for playing Bill. And a 7.6 from almost 2000 ratings, your audience shares your good taste!
E X C R U C I A T I N G
jmsmy wrote:
Like this past Saturday when the temperature dropped 35 degrees in 10 minutes.
January & February - In Texas we can actually have Four Seasons In One Day
Like this past Saturday when the temperature dropped 35 degrees in 10 minutes.
An unfortunately underrated band in their day. Listening with a new appreciation now.
Portsmouth Guildhall early 90s - just superb in a right-size venue. Singing - oh yeah.
Surely one of the best talents in the music biz. I am continually struck by how closely he sounds to McCartney in this! When I was lucky and blessed enough to experience Melbourne and all Victoria has to offer a 2nd time, my mates Geoff and Vicki Winter reminded me that this song is about the weather they have there; within the hour, it went from balmy (it was late November) to chilly and back again; as wild as the swings we have here in Boulder, for sure! Vicki's sister's husband went to school with Nick Seymour, who was Best Man at their wedding. I got to steep myself in lore of a favorite band with the best mates ever, in one of Earth's best realms...
One of the best bands ever.
Sitting in the Sydney Domain.
January & February - In Texas we can actually have Four Seasons In One Day
If Crowded House were a bodily function, they would be the gag reflex, activated.
If Crowded House were a vehicle, they would be a 30 year old pee-yellow Volvo wagon......diesel.
If Crowded House were a plant, it would be a weed.
colorful.
Childishly we started singing "four wee wees in one day" to this song at work , and now i can't help help continuing the tradition every time it comes on.
love this band and their music but would never admit it in public! What is that all about?!
I simply love this song - the words, the music, the chords when I play it on my guitar. So good...
This came out 20 years ago…? Hard to believe. Seems like two years ago. Great song.
Snoozefest. PSD time.
This is one Finn which needs to be removed to make soup.
Baby_M wrote:
It's a reference to the weather in Melbourne, Australia. Melbournians are famous for using this expression.
Lovely song, BTW!!
I think he's talking about the weather here in Ohio! 
It's a reference to the weather in Melbourne, Australia. Melbournians are famous for using this expression.
Lovely song, BTW!!
Please, never again.
outstanding music - song writers and performers extraordinaire - 
The Sydney Domain.
Another time and place song for me. Reminds me of being on beach in Hawaii on my honeymoon. Gotta love the mandolin.
I think he's talking about the weather here in Ohio!
maxjboxer wrote:
Yes
"Yes." Thank you. My thoughts exactly. :)
Yes
"Yes." Thank you. My thoughts exactly. :)
Such a beautiful song, so neatly crafted. When they or Neil do it live, everyone sings along.
I always got the sense Crowded House were a bit bigger up here in Canada than down in the USA but, my goodness, they turned out some absolutely perfect, melodic pop songs, didn't they?
Fabulous album from start to finish, worth its weight in gold in my home.
fredriley wrote:
Did you hear about the demonstrators who were attacked by the riot cops with mustard gas and pepper spray? They were later described as seasoned protesters.
I'll get me gas mask...
I'll get me gas mask...
Smiling as your shit comes down...
Lonestar wrote:
Lonestar wrote:
I completely despise this song. Just rancid.
Did you hear about the demonstrators who were attacked by the riot cops with mustard gas and pepper spray? They were later described as seasoned protesters.
I'll get me gas mask...
I'll get me gas mask...
I was a big fan back in the MTV days. They were a band that had musical credibility and great videos, too.
Really nice to hear them as I drudge away at my computer finishing off my month-end reports.
As Lazarus/Former Member/Romeotuma would say "it puts a spring in my step on this fine summer day"
Really nice to hear them as I drudge away at my computer finishing off my month-end reports.
As Lazarus/Former Member/Romeotuma would say "it puts a spring in my step on this fine summer day"
Lonestar wrote:
Wow!
Completely opposite reaction here.
I completely despise this song. Just rancid.
Wow!
Completely opposite reaction here. i could listen to that voice forever...
I completely despise this song. Just rancid.
ch83575 wrote:
Yes
I was never a big Crowded House fan, but they are played SO OFTEN here that I now can't stand them. There are 24 Crowed House songs in the playlist. 24! Do we really need this much mediocre 90s pop?
Yes
Lucky you, on the Eastern Shore of Mary-land. Pretty place.
melzabutch wrote:
Sitting in the Sydney Domain.
melzabutch wrote:
Sitting in the Sydney Domain.
These guys just seem like some MTV band that never quite made the leap to college cred. Not very edgy or melodic. Sorry but I am not hearing it.
I remember exactly how tripped out I was to find this, the same band that had done the pop-brilliant Don't Dream It's Over, had gone to an entirely new & exciting level, musically, poetically, & metaphysically. This record was a revelation! I saw them in Boulder that tour!
pinem wrote:
........ totally agree. "Outstanding"
Crowded House at their best.
........ totally agree. "Outstanding"I was never a big Crowded House fan, but they are played SO OFTEN here that I now can't stand them. There are 24 Crowed House songs in the playlist. 24! Do we really need this much mediocre 90s pop?
Crowded House at their best.
Really shit harpsichord imitation but otherwise a fine song.
Stingray wrote:
Amen
Very sweet and thougtful comment, "Kitty".
I guess it happens to everybody - me certainly too!
"Porcupine Tree" is one example.
Amen
10
Sitting in the Sydney Domain.
Beautiful.
a little too sappy for my personal taste, but to each his / her own...I do really like his new project...Pajama Party, with his wife and a couple others...pretty cool.
Gee, this is almost better than the Beatles.
shakitten wrote:
I know of a few bands that I did this to. Sometimes a "hit" comes out, slick and overplayed, and it's easy to tune it out. For me, sometimes it takes a few years of maturity, or life experience, or increased depth...who knows...but then I hear things again with new ears and do what you did. I slap my forehead in disbelief, amazed that I didn't see the brilliance when it was so obvious.
I thought 'Don't Dream it's Over' was dull, too. And now I think the Finn brothers are incredible...but it took some time to get there!
I know of a few bands that I did this to. Sometimes a "hit" comes out, slick and overplayed, and it's easy to tune it out. For me, sometimes it takes a few years of maturity, or life experience, or increased depth...who knows...but then I hear things again with new ears and do what you did. I slap my forehead in disbelief, amazed that I didn't see the brilliance when it was so obvious.
I thought 'Don't Dream it's Over' was dull, too. And now I think the Finn brothers are incredible...but it took some time to get there!
Very sweet and thougtful comment, "Kitty".
I guess it happens to everybody - me certainly too!
"Porcupine Tree" is one example.
Wonderful-wonderful
SIGH...
Byronape wrote:
I love that comment!
I don't attack people for their opinions, even if they are idiots.
I love that comment!
MaryAndrea wrote:
my little girl Frida wish to put on an emoticon
I love this comment!
my little girl Frida wish to put on an emoticonI love this comment!
Byronape wrote:
The same rights I have to hear CH songs are the ones that allow you to keep making stupid comments.
I was making a simple comment that I don't care for Don't Dream it's Over, and that because of that I missed out on a lot of other great stuff. You chose to devolve the issue into an attack on me.
I don't attack people for their opinions, even if they are idiots. Everyone is entitled to their own and to post them to this forum. That's why it's here. However, I will attack people based on how they choose to express themselves. Clearly, you chose to express yourself like a spoiled little girl with a diaper full of shit and deserve to be treated as such.
It's people like this that make me wonder if the Internet will be the downfall of humanity. It allows way too much freedom to act like an ass with no consequences.
Second that...
The same rights I have to hear CH songs are the ones that allow you to keep making stupid comments.
I was making a simple comment that I don't care for Don't Dream it's Over, and that because of that I missed out on a lot of other great stuff. You chose to devolve the issue into an attack on me.
I don't attack people for their opinions, even if they are idiots. Everyone is entitled to their own and to post them to this forum. That's why it's here. However, I will attack people based on how they choose to express themselves. Clearly, you chose to express yourself like a spoiled little girl with a diaper full of shit and deserve to be treated as such.
It's people like this that make me wonder if the Internet will be the downfall of humanity. It allows way too much freedom to act like an ass with no consequences.
Second that...
Looking back - this track was significant for me going through a messy divorce. One of those instances when a tune can bring to the front the feelings one had at the time.
Stingray wrote:
You're too romantic Singray
Very nice song for sure !
My first "11" ever...
You're too romantic Singray
Very nice song for sure !
ziakut wrote:
Agreed. And...his voice kind of makes me swoon a little; the harmonies are so lovely...
Elegant, beautiful and melodic. The way a well crafted tune should be. Yep. 
Agreed. And...his voice kind of makes me swoon a little; the harmonies are so lovely...
Another one - 10
Elegant, beautiful and melodic. The way a well crafted tune should be. Yep.
Chill dudes. Pleasant song. A 7 from the ADK jury.
fredriley wrote:
Trolling's one thing, unprovoked personal abuse is another. Knock it on the head, John.
Trolling's one thing, unprovoked personal abuse is another. Knock it on the head, John.
"Uninspired and simple" is really suuuch an abuse.
Don't be such a Fred, Riley and blow things completely out of proportion!
Who takes "Four seasons in one day" as NEW WAVE is worth a statement!
Stop putting gasoline into a fire that is not yet burning!
My first "11" ever...
Such a fine way to start the day!
my little girl Frida wish to put on an emoticon Stingray wrote:
Rest assured - if you took "Don't dream it's over" for "uninspired" or "New Wave" you
are not the person being allowed to hear any other CH song!
You are a simple and very uninspired person!
Sorry, but someone had to tell you.
Don't dream is over = New Wave...
Tzzzzz..!!!
Unbelievable what some people come up with. Just uuuunbelievable!
The same rights I have to hear CH songs are the ones that allow you to keep making stupid comments.
I was making a simple comment that I don't care for Don't Dream it's Over, and that because of that I missed out on a lot of other great stuff. You chose to devolve the issue into an attack on me.
I don't attack people for their opinions, even if they are idiots. Everyone is entitled to their own and to post them to this forum. That's why it's here. However, I will attack people based on how they choose to express themselves. Clearly, you chose to express yourself like a spoiled little girl with a diaper full of shit and deserve to be treated as such.
It's people like this that make me wonder if the Internet will be the downfall of humanity. It allows way too much freedom to act like an ass with no consequences.
Rest assured - if you took "Don't dream it's over" for "uninspired" or "New Wave" you
are not the person being allowed to hear any other CH song!
You are a simple and very uninspired person!
Sorry, but someone had to tell you.
Don't dream is over = New Wave...
Tzzzzz..!!!
Unbelievable what some people come up with. Just uuuunbelievable!
The same rights I have to hear CH songs are the ones that allow you to keep making stupid comments.
I was making a simple comment that I don't care for Don't Dream it's Over, and that because of that I missed out on a lot of other great stuff. You chose to devolve the issue into an attack on me.
I don't attack people for their opinions, even if they are idiots. Everyone is entitled to their own and to post them to this forum. That's why it's here. However, I will attack people based on how they choose to express themselves. Clearly, you chose to express yourself like a spoiled little girl with a diaper full of shit and deserve to be treated as such.
It's people like this that make me wonder if the Internet will be the downfall of humanity. It allows way too much freedom to act like an ass with no consequences.
I had the pleasure of hearing them do this song live. They really put on a great show and I hadn't heard this song until that concert. Have been a fan ever since. 
Originally from Woodface, a terrific, inspired album.
Stingray wrote:
Trolling's one thing, unprovoked personal abuse is another. Knock it on the head, John.
Rest assured - if you took "Don't dream it's over" for "uninspired" or "New Wave" you
are not the person being allowed to hear any other CH song
are not the person being allowed to hear any other CH song
Trolling's one thing, unprovoked personal abuse is another. Knock it on the head, John.
Byronape wrote:
I know of a few bands that I did this to. Sometimes a "hit" comes out, slick and overplayed, and it's easy to tune it out. For me, sometimes it takes a few years of maturity, or life experience, or increased depth...who knows...but then I hear things again with new ears and do what you did. I slap my forehead in disbelief, amazed that I didn't see the brilliance when it was so obvious.
I thought 'Don't Dream it's Over' was dull, too. And now I think the Finn brothers are incredible...but it took some time to get there!
I'm still banging my head on the desk for missing out on this when it was new. Every time I heard someone mention Crowded House, all I ever heard was the new wave uninspired tune "Don't Dream It's Over" and 15 years later I'm hearing this? This is good. This is art.
Dammit.
Dammit.
I know of a few bands that I did this to. Sometimes a "hit" comes out, slick and overplayed, and it's easy to tune it out. For me, sometimes it takes a few years of maturity, or life experience, or increased depth...who knows...but then I hear things again with new ears and do what you did. I slap my forehead in disbelief, amazed that I didn't see the brilliance when it was so obvious.
I thought 'Don't Dream it's Over' was dull, too. And now I think the Finn brothers are incredible...but it took some time to get there!
Stingray wrote:
Rest assured - if you took "Don't dream it's over" for "uninspired" or "New Wave" you
are not the person being allowed to hear any other CH song!
You are a simple and very uninspired person!
Sorry, but someone had to tell you.
Don't dream is over = New Wave...
Tzzzzz..!!!
Unbelievable what some people come up with. Just uuuunbelievable!
That was uncalled for, Stingray. Play nice or swim back to your little toxic ocean. Your nastiness is not wanted.
Rest assured - if you took "Don't dream it's over" for "uninspired" or "New Wave" you
are not the person being allowed to hear any other CH song!
You are a simple and very uninspired person!
Sorry, but someone had to tell you.
Don't dream is over = New Wave...
Tzzzzz..!!!
Unbelievable what some people come up with. Just uuuunbelievable!
That was uncalled for, Stingray. Play nice or swim back to your little toxic ocean. Your nastiness is not wanted.
Byronape wrote:
Rest assured - if you took "Don't dream it's over" for "uninspired" or "New Wave" you
are not the person being allowed to hear any other CH song!
You are a simple and very uninspired person!
Sorry, but someone had to tell you.
Don't dream is over = New Wave...
Tzzzzz..!!!
Unbelievable what some people come up with. Just uuuunbelievable!
I'm still banging my head on the desk for missing out on this when it was new. Every time I heard someone mention Crowded House, all I ever heard was the new wave uninspired tune "Don't Dream It's Over" and 15 years later I'm hearing this? This is good. This is art.
Dammit.
Dammit.
Rest assured - if you took "Don't dream it's over" for "uninspired" or "New Wave" you
are not the person being allowed to hear any other CH song!
You are a simple and very uninspired person!
Sorry, but someone had to tell you.
Don't dream is over = New Wave...
Tzzzzz..!!!
Unbelievable what some people come up with. Just uuuunbelievable!
For me this does not fit into 10!
Check out SPLIT ENZ on youtube for some early music from the Finn brothers.
I saw them in Wembley Arena years ago and they pulled a guy up from the crowd and let him pick this out on Neil's guitar. It was awesome.
I'm still banging my head on the desk for missing out on this when it was new. Every time I heard someone mention Crowded House, all I ever heard was the new wave uninspired tune "Don't Dream It's Over" and 15 years later I'm hearing this? This is good. This is art.
Dammit.
Dammit.
Music therapy is my kind of medicine too. Heal and be well Exene wrote:
Exene wrote:I so needed to hear this tonight, thank you. I feel like I have been through the wringer and had all four seasons and then some just in the course of the day. Why? Because I did risk my neck again. Fell for someone I shouldn't have. Thank God for music - nothing heals quite like it.
fredriley wrote:
What are we having?
Salt, pepper, paprika, chilli...
What are we having?
Salt, pepper, paprika, chilli...
Exene wrote:
I so needed to hear this tonight, thank you...Why? Because I did risk my neck again. Fell for someone I shouldn't have. Thank God for music - nothing heals quite like it.
You've got plenty of company here, I'm sure. Can't win the lottery if you don't buy a ticket. justsomeone wrote:
I thought Kiwis were from New Zealand...
Nevermind, sublime it is.
Kiwis are from NZ. The Finn brothers are from NZ, however the band formed in Melbourne, Australia.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crowded_House
I thought Kiwis were from New Zealand...
Nevermind, sublime it is.
Kiwis are from NZ. The Finn brothers are from NZ, however the band formed in Melbourne, Australia.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crowded_House
norgs wrote:
I thought Kiwis were from New Zealand...
Nevermind, sublime it is.
Sublime Kiwi music!
I thought Kiwis were from New Zealand...
Nevermind, sublime it is.
It was a really, really enjoyable show. If they're coming to your town get out and see them while you can! The new album is quite good as well.
Anita Bryant, is that you?
OK, ancient reference. ; )