Look To The Rainbow
Al Jarreau · Other Songs - Al Jarreau
said my father, said he,
I've an elegant legacy
waiting for ye.
'Tis a rhyme for your lips
and a song for your heart,
To sing whenever the world falls apart.
Look, look, look to the rainbow.
Follow it over the hill and stream.
Look, look, look to the rainbow.
Follow the fellow who follows a dream.
Follow the fellow, follow the fellow,
Follow the fellow who follows a dream.
'Twas a sumptuous gift bequeathed to a child.
Oh, the lure of that song
Kept her feet running wild.
For you never grow old and you never stand still
With a whippoorwill singing beyond the next hill.
So, I bundled me heart and I roamed the world free.
To the east with the lark
Tow the west with the sea.
And I searched all the world and I scanned all the skies.
But I found it at last in my own true love's eyes.
Look To The Rainbow
Al Jarreau's 'Look To The Rainbow' stands as a defining example of his smooth, jazz-infused pop style, characterized by his distinctive falsetto and intricate vocal runs. Released during a period where Jarreau successfully blended R&B sensibilities with sophisticated jazz harmonies, the track exemplifies the lush production and emotional depth that became his signature. While often associated with his broader discography of romantic ballads and upbeat grooves, this recording highlights his ability to convey complex feelings through melody alone. The song remains a staple in his live performances and studio recordings, showcasing his enduring influence on the contemporary vocal jazz and R&B genres. It reflects an era where Jarreau was celebrated for his technical prowess and his capacity to transform standard pop structures into rich, improvisational musical journeys.