The Cowsills - The Rain, The Park and Other Things (The Ed Sullivan Show 1967)

[@pat5882]

Susan Cowsill, playing an offbeat on the tambourine, had a greater amount of musical acumen at age 8 than most adult pop stars of today’s music world.

[@reichensperger1847]

Susan Cowsill is great, and she grew up to be a very nice person. Not an easy thing for a child in a showbiz career.

[@rosacruz8125]

Es excelente 😊

[@WingsandBeer]

She has no rhythm. She's like a trained monkey just going through the motions.

[@mikeymutual5489]

Do you feel important when you post such nonsensical garbage here?

[@jmcrae825]

I tell you what, I’d rather watch this all day than anything by Beyoncé, Rhianna or any other Big name acts super show. It’s about the music and the people who make it.

[@ursafan40]

Every once in a while I come back to this song when I need a reason to smile.

[@Musician-r5q]

This one and "Good morning Starshine" by: Oliver.

[@ricardocerrillo3472]

Isn't that the truth of it all. Puts tears in my eyes. Brings out the unjaded, simpler truth of my existence.

[@joycepino9749]

This is my favorite Cowsills song when I was a kid in the 60s. It's still my favorite.

[@JohnRudnicki-n8e]

i love this raw "live" version. It displays their true talent.

[@JOSEPEÑA-q8z]

hola q bueno q le gusto usernj4rc

[@Hobodeluxe960]

John was a prodigy. To play drums and sing those backup parts like those is no easy feat. Even for mature drummers.

[@vc9743]

This was refreshing to see. Most were lip synced to a backing track.

[@jaynewhite6699]

@@vc9743this was from the Ed Sullivan show and most all of the guest performances were taped live, hence so many things going down on his show. For instance Jim Morrison promising not to say girl we couldn’t get much higher when he sang light my fire, then singing it anyway just to spite Ed. Needless to say the Doors contract with Ed was tore up.

[@fd9987]

I miss the harp! It added so much.

[@KittyGrizGriz]

Susan could sure groove, definitely feeling the music so very cute 🥰

[@muffs55mercury61]

And she was only 7 at the time.

[@barroncrist5779]

This song is the perfect example of the kind of bubblegum pop coming out in 1967. Definately a catchy tune and The Cowsills are still performing today.

[@davidkemery7216]

And putting out new music.

[@muffs55mercury61]

And with a psychedelic touch to go with it !

[@C-man553]

Not bubblegum

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

Thank you Cowsills for the great memories.

[@dylanakent]

These kids WILL FOREVER ROCK! What a star little Susan is!

[@ChadBest-ug8uo]

The harmonies, the costumes, the chemistry is absolute perfection.!

[@sgnmath1234]

The drummer !!!!!!!!!!

[@blujay9191]

One of the very best 'feel good' songs ever. Nicely performed.

[@Gmailcom1137]

これまでで最高一体どんな音楽と出会ってきたのかね

[@davidmckibbin4440]

you took the words right out of my mouth

[@joepeach997]

How could you not want to be in love when hearing this?

[@Nestor123057]

It's magic

[@drummingface]

They nailed it.Yea it is a "TV" mix but all the vocals were there! great to see and hear this!

[@BrakerLane]

I wish they hadn't left the second verse out of this performance.

[@jmrodas9]

One of those songs with meaningful lyrics, and well pronounced words that is easy to understand. Many of today's songs are mumblings only, and hard to understand. Besides it is a happy song, with good rhythm, and really worth lo listen.

[@petrslivinski7481]

This song evokes happiness. Well, it was the 60s of flower power, and hippies.

[@Hercules718]

flower children

[@PatrickTowers]

im hip

[@YMagoulo]

Yep, the happy 60's, or so they want it remembered that way. Fact is the country was burning then, like its doing now.

[@petrslivinski7481]

@@YMagoulo Yea, there are some bad memories that do stick out in my mind about the 60s but let's not dwell on them. The group and song are beautiful and innocent as youth was then.

[@wayback75]

​@petrslivinski7481 How I would love to go back to the 60s,, sure it had it's share of problems but not like today.

[@locker1325]

What a wonderful family band. And a great song to boot.

[@johnparker917]

brings tears to my eyes....was still recovering from being in Vietnam..

[@flightforensics4523]

Thanks for your service brother. Glad you made it home. Wish my brother did❤

[@clementjohnson2666]

​@@flightforensics4523Your words are "exactly " like my sentiments . Because my brother lost his life in Vietnam too . On 7/5/71 😢 Sir , you have my deepest sympathies .

[@perdizes1954]

Gente, esta música que eu gosto muito tem 57 anos, e continua linda. Hoje 21 de janeiro de 2024

[@GaryAa56]

One my all-time favorites from 1967. I was 11.

[@rodjohnson2534]

Me too!

[@jorgefernandez-tv1fs]

I was eleven too. This song was one of my favs and even now IS one of my favs.👏

[@elianecarolei1]

Me too!

[@eduardoalencar2774]

Eu também, ainda hoje ouço essa música! Maravilhosas lembranças!👏👏👏

[@beachdiva9586]

Same

[@spideraxis]

Excellent group which deserved a lot more praise than they got and seems to have been forgotten in the annals of rock music.

[@Mister8224]

Transcendental live performance. Just wow. The vocals, the harmonies, the drumplay, the CHARISMA the entire group. Too bad their dad fukked it all up.

[@jlbaker2000]

Their dad manager went off on a producer of the Ed Sullivan show, not knowing he was a relative of Sullivan, and several contracted performances were dropped. They were left with only one, due to his temper and inappropriate behavior.

[@prezakid9]

This ladies and gentlemen, is the real deal, played and sung live!

[@debturcott6800]

Right? None of that voice changing machines to make them sound better.

[@dvtco.2545]

with real instruments, not synthesized-techno recordings.

[@Anglovox]

How do you figure?....There are NO leads plugged in to the guitar and bass?

[@marks.3303]

@@Anglovox Look at the close-up at 0:39. You can see the cord. This doesn't sound like the recording and the drummer is definitely playing live.

[@nicholasbrowning4558]

Saw them in 1970 .And again in 2017. Great group

[@stevewalker422]

Talent. Pure talent.

[@randywalker2085]

The Cowsills were so underrated and never got their due !! Susan tried her best to keep it together !

[@Hawken54]

They got fame and some fortune. Most musical families don't achieve that stardom.

[@quintafidel56]

Wow....The Cowsill were a special Band for me in the 60s

[@mrsmokeydog7830]

The Cowsills were the Inspiration for The television series The Partridge Family

[@pgh45rpms]

The Cowsill family passed on the offer. TV producers wanted to use the Cowsill kids but not Barbara.

[@mattphillips2844]

And a good thing what would the world be without a famous Danny Donaduce? 😂

[@vracan]

@@mattphillips2844 and david cassidy of course

[@CRIMSONANT1]

​@@mattphillips2844.. *BONADUCE 😉

[@JohnWilson-wg4gk]

​@@mattphillips2844 Danny got Reuben to sell their song, and it really came together when Mom sang along.

[@billholder1330]

I hade the hugest crush on Susan Cowsill back then. Still do. Before you call me a creep - hey - she was only 9! But so was I! (She's actually a month older than me.) I love the Flower Girl!!! :

[@ChadBest-ug8uo]

She would be an much "older" woman for me! She is adorable in this!

[@barneyporter6138]

I had a Major crush on Susan Myself and that was my first love because I was also nine years old I wasn't a creep because I was the same age but it put lead in my pencil but I didn't know why

[@GearJamminSalmon]

This video was made before I got to my first birthday...

[@buddiegaming9355]

[@davesresorts]

Thanks. I remember this song a d watching it live

[@eveglead1913]

Don't know about all their past troubles but if this 1 tune was my gift to the world I'd die happy....

[@nicholasbrowning4558]

I really like it when they do it live. Talented group. Great drummer

[@timmckeown1313]

Man that kid could play the drums.

[@jameshitt8385]

Went on to play with the beach boy's.

[@minimoderns3110]

@@jameshitt8385 he is amazing it is my favourite bit of this clip - drums are so low in the mix of the record - love this live version

[@notnek202]

The Rain, the Park & Other Things" is a pop song with music and lyrics co-written by Artie Kornfeld and Steve Duboff. It was recorded by the pop band the Cowsills, and included on their 1967 self-titled debut album. Released as a single, the song reached No. 2 on the Billboard charts. It was kept from the No. 1 spot by "Daydream Believer" by the Monkees. The single cemented the group's international popularity and sold some three million copies over the years. It ties with 1969's "Hair" as the group's biggest hit, as both reached No. 2 in the US. In Canada, "The Rain, the Park & Other Things" reached No. 1 on the RPM singles chart.

[@johnparker8588]

My junior year in high school. The best year of my life.

[@molitva751]

They still sound amazing to this day

[@arturopalos2739]

When America was Great.

[@kellyb7578]

The little drummer so cute! and talented!

[@voltorfan]

This is the real Partridge Family

[@mariomurillo7158]

But sadly, these youths experienced terrible abuse and manipulation at the hands of their father who spent all their earnings

[@Honey-Sanchez]

@@mariomurillo7158 🤔

[@rosacruz8125]

Eso que es. Porque dices eso

[@rosacruz8125]

Que raro

[@markbarret6836]

We encountered them at a resort in North Carolina. We had a house there near the beach. I recall playing in the sand with my brother and the younger siblings. The older boys of course were chasing after the girls, which we young kids thought was silly. We also played with Loretta Lynn's kids when she performed there as well.

[@martinavila6821]

Man ,that song was really feelgood song Love the 60s

[@azbluefox]

I miss this group "SO MUCH".!!! Love their music, and love the [times] back then. Too bad their father was such a Jerk and spent all their money.

[@frankolivas8593]

i cant believe how great this song is , performed live!

[@billtipper5858]

Love the Cowsills! Still have my live album and this song on 45! The difference then was they could perform live, no artist now does that ( tay tay probably)

[@luciahelena4172]

Amazing group!! Music that brings back good memories. Thanks for the post.

[@agustintellez4788]

Tenía 6 años cuándo salió esa canción, ahora que tengo 62 me trae grandes recuerdos de mi infancia, gracias por compartir tan bella melodía. Saludos desde Costa Rica.

[@jazzmaan707]

Excellent song, and harmonies. And for a kid's band, OUTSTANDING!

[@namur1962]

Great drummer !

[@jacobkaminski586]

He drums for the Beach Boys now !!! ,,, Amazing drummer indeed !!!

[@luizhenriquebrogliato280]

Quanta preciosidade nesta música de uma banda familiar que só deixou saudades 😢

[@jefersondomingues729]

Um deles viveu tão Chapado nos últimos tempos, que foi identificado pelo DNA numa Cova comum, entre os mortos pelo Furacão Katrina.

[@donaldbeard6231]

I was blessed to see the Cowsills in Birmingham Alabama at the Shower of Stars in 1969 and was thrilled about what a beautiful family band. Little Susan was already a star way back then 😊❤

[@jonathanbaggs4275]

Decatur alabama here 86 miles north of bham - always loved the cowsills but I was only 8 and too young to see them at that show. I'm envious!

[@sillyboyronaldflores]

A lot going on here if you break down everyone's part and listen. A wonderful song!!

[@davidv7275]

I liked it a lot when I heard it on my am radio in 1967. Over the years with the internet I listen it to a few times of year. Such a happy, optimistic, simple, and poppy song which I now love .

[@charlesdudek7713]

I can't help but think of the Partridge family when watching this, except this music is real.

[@joaoleonardo6995]

Essa música marcou para o mundo todo, inclusive parao meu ❤.

[@BudNowski-n1b]

I remember when this group started. Groundbreaking talent♥️

[@miguelangeloportavillavice9658]

Que ternura!! Susan, una pequeñita de cinco años acompañando a su familia en este bello tema musical.

[@JOSEPEÑA-q8z]

CANCIONES Q NO OLVIDAMOS NUNCA EN NUESTRA EXISTENCIA,POR LOS SIGLOS DE LOS SIGLOS AMEN,AMEN

[@JOSEPEÑA-q8z]

buenosquien le gusto la cancion muchas gracias,disfrutela y recuerde momentos

[@felipemoya9992]

Beatiful .. song very talented kids

[@malcolmharing3744]

Gives me chills every time I hear this. It was my first album I talked my mom into buying for me .

[@celiaamaral1187]

Eu tinha 4anos😢😢😢 que saudades da infância e adolescência..

[@trentaccid2177]

The sound problem one of this song from the cowsills on Ed Sullivan is the best version mistakes and all. The Cowsills drummer brother shines in that version

[@grouchosays]

That’s John. He went on the play drums for The Beach Boys.

[@ChukwudiOgugua-ff3rr]

I love everything about this sweet song ❤️❤️❤️

[@AndrewLoukidis-jr2bp]

Imagine that, talented people actually playing live.

[@mtl6562]

This is my favorite version.

[@marcohuitron6145]

😮Mucho talento en personas tan jovenes,hablamos de ese hermoso tiempo.Nuestra juventud necesita volver a las cosas buenas y olvidar tantas tendencias que no son convenientes para su formación, pues ellos son los adultos del mañana,volviendo a la música .Un clásico precioso.!!

[@javierchavez7693]

Que tiempos Ya no ay temas de estos vivan los 60 70 y los 80s ni se diga un abraso a todos mis contemporáneos ❤❤❤❤❤😂😂😂😂

[@normanriggs848]

Thank you!!! The ones that are still with us continue to entertain and do a great job of it!!

[@jmrodas9]

Nice song that makes me feel 21 again, it is still very good to listen

[@stevenicholson549]

AWESOME SONG...

[@marywatkins6798]

Great live version. They were very talented.

[@ernestopuente8314]

Excelente yo nací en 1960 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊😊😊

[@kennichols336]

I’ve seen other versions but in this one the drums really stand out. Even a little twirl in there. Excellent music 😅

[@fiercefeline5096]

Surprising how solid of a drummer that kid was at such a young age.

[@marks.3303]

@@fiercefeline5096 The boys all played well, but John the drummer was some kind of prodigy.

[@danieloscarhernandez2637]

Yo la viví a esa época!!! Linda cancion

[@jeffarmstrong5549]

Brilliant ...beautiful

[@stephenmoretti3252]

Takes me back, reminds me of my girlfriend diane in 8th grade, great song and times!!!!!

[@sergedesjardins8260]

what a great refreshing song!

[@ronmurphy5042]

A very good song performed live....I am very impressed with the quality....excellent post!!

[@billmadle1235]

I always love that song😊

[@JoseAparecidonorato]

Saudades eternas ,sem comentários e sem palavras

[@paulodejesus6498]

Me faz lembrar minha adorável infância.

[@antoniocarlos-gn1lq]

A minha tbm que foi tao boa!

[@genivasconcelos9740]

​@@antoniocarlos-gn1lqpena que o pai deles não queria mais que continuassem com a banda. 😢😢

[@ManuelHernandez-ip2bi]

​@@antoniocarlos-gn1lq😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@jrpage10]

​@@ManuelHernandez-ip2bi É engraçado?

[@carlosalbertopugliese1889]

Essa banda e The Monkees me lembra meus 12 anos

[@james6039]

Susan you still Rock. I met her in 2016.❤

[@AI_Image_Master]

Give it up for Susan Cowsill, not sure how old she is in this clip but she got every beat change on the tambourine perfectly timed. Plus the groovey 60's dancing at the same time.

[@eduardocortes2489]

En esa epoca que linda musica eran otros tiempos eramos felices y no lo sabiamos !!!! Tengo 48 años naci en 1975 y me encanta la musica de los 60 s !!

[@3dartistguy]

Such a talented family!

[@dvtco.2545]

Great, beautiful song! Thanks for sharing. Memories, oh the memories of music in that era.

[@weltonalexandre8064]

Sensacional bons tempos saudades

[@hekmann8287]

Great !!!! Recuerdos de mi niñez ....

[@rosajimenezperez1278]

Legendaria canción 💖💖💖🌹...la lluvia el parque y otras cosas 🏞🎶💚🌳🌲🎶🌅💚💚

[@peterlewis3715]

Beautiful

[@devildude64]

GET IT,SUZY!! LOVE this group!!

[@michaelfoort2592]

No lip sync...cant hide the joy

[@ReinaldoAraujo-mf5fm]

Meu Deus qui lembranças boas, essa música mi trás

[@vicentegarciagarcia7571]

Me recuerda mi infancia.... Era cuando era feliz y no lo sabia 😢😊

[@stevehein7884]

feel good song

[@billledoux6727]

I remember watching the Cowsills live at The Champlain Valley County Fair, Essex Junction, VT in the 1960's a little kid.

[@dondee5439]

Barry Cowsill playing bass guitar (in the front center) is the one that died during hurricane Katrina in 2005 in New Oleans. He was 50 years old.

[@stevedoll508]

Didn't know this. RIP, Barry, and all the others lost in that tragic event.

[@markjulianoriginalhooli2217]

Tragic story for such a talented young group

[@benmitchner2172]

The 1960s had more sophisticated and innovative music than what we have today and have had since the 90s. Back in the days of reel to reel recording, now what are seen as "primitive" studios and in an era where you could love "the flower girl" (or anyone of your choice) it was a renaissance. One of the best performances I've seen and an iconic song. I hear a bit of "It Could Be We're In Love-" these songs stemmed from Wilson's work on Pet Sounds IMO.

[@IanGreen-xh1qi]

Ahhhhhh high school!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤😊

[@kevinharris777]

This is such a good song! The chorus hooks you and won't let you go!

[@jrodri1538]

Never thought we would get old!😂

[@61kimmarie]

Their little sister is having a grand time performing with her Brothers and Sister. She is so cute on stage dancing & beating her tambourine. 🌼🏵🌸❤

[@Wellch]

It ain’t a green tambourine

[@petertv101]

They deserved so much more! If it wasn't for the father they would have been one of the most remembered groups of all time...