Their songs have been sampled by many hip-hop acts such as Johnny D, Public Enemy, DJ Shadow, Shawty Lo, Big L, Kanye West, Jin, Eminem, and 9th Wonder. They combined funk with many other styles like Latin, salsa, rock, blues and soul.
Some of their songs have been used in the soundtracks of films: The Greatest (1977) directed by Tom Gries and Monte Hellman; and The Warriors (1979) directed by Walter Hill. The band continues to perform live; their signature song is arguably "Fencewalk."
Composite Truth (1973) was the band's most commercially successful album.
2. Croatian band "ManDrill" started their version of alternative-funk in 1997. In 1998. they won an unsigned band contest "Ri Rock", and started gigging frequently. ManDrill music changed through the years and document of that is debut album "Embryo" (2002).
After a few lineup changes, the band finally released their second album, "P" in 2006, havig a very succesful hit, "Ljubio, valjao". With the popularity came the lawsuit for the name - that's when ManDrill had to change the name to Mandrili. Under that name they released their third and most succesful album (ranked top five Croatian albums for 2008) "Tibet". They're still very active with the following lineup: Kristian Ćoza - Vocals, Tomislav Radinović - Guitars, Robert Jovanović - Bass, Dalibor Peršić - Drums
Fencewalk
Mandrill Lyrics
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But it's not what you say
It's what you do
Huh, yeah
Tellin' folks doing something yeah (that's bad)
Don't say you do
If I know you don't
Chin on your fist like a Stone Man
Not what you think
It's what you feel
About time we suppose to feel it
Don't fake the feel
If it's not for real
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Rocket do
Said you want some
Not what you want
It's what you give
Get what you want, yeah (that's good)
Oh, don't go to get
What you don't want yet
The lyrics of Mandrill's song "Fencewalk" seem to be a commentary on the discrepancy between words and actions. The opening lines address someone who talks a lot but does not seem to follow through with their promises or ideas, emphasizing the importance of actually doing things rather than just talking about them. The next lines suggest that when someone only talks about doing something bad, they should not be believed until they actually do it. The following verse introduces the idea that appearances can be deceiving - just because someone may seem strong on the outside, it does not necessarily mean they feel that way on the inside. The lyrics then delve into the concept of authenticity and honesty, suggesting that it is important to truly feel and believe what you portray rather than faking emotions or viewpoints for the sake of appearances. The final lines offer a message about prioritizing one's actions to achieve what is truly wanted in life rather than chasing after things that are not important.
Overall, the lyrics of "Fencewalk" seem to encourage introspection and self-awareness, urging the listener to think and act in accordance with their own values rather than being swayed by external pressures or expectations. The repetition of the phrases "not what you say, it's what you do" and "not what you want, it's what you give" further emphasizes this theme of aligning one's actions with their true intentions.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, got your big mouth running
Addressing someone who talks a lot
But it's not what you say
Emphasizing that words are not enough
It's what you do
Suggesting that actions speak louder than words
Huh, yeah
Expressing agreement or acknowledgment
Tellin' folks doing something yeah (that's bad)
Criticizing someone who spreads negativity
Don't say you do
Advising against making false claims
If I know you don't
Clarifying that deceitful behavior is obvious
Chin on your fist like a Stone Man
Depicting someone who is lost in thought
Not what you think
Indicating that thoughts may not be accurate
It's what you feel
Highlighting the importance of emotions
About time we suppose to feel it
Stating that emotions should be felt in due time
Don't fake the feel
Warning against pretending to feel something
If it's not for real
Recommending being authentic with emotions
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Expressing enthusiasm or excitement
Rocket do
Suggesting that progress should be made
Said you want some
Addressing someone who desires something
Not what you want
Pointing out that true desires may differ from immediate wants
It's what you give
Emphasizing the importance of giving back
Get what you want, yeah (that's good)
Acknowledging that achieving goals is positive
Oh, don't go to get
Discouraging hasty actions
What you don't want yet
Encouraging patience in decision-making
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Carlos Delano Wilson, Ricardo Wilson, Louis B. Wilson
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Carlos Angel
on Hagalo
gracias por compartirlo. Fantastico!
Ramon Alvarado
on Love Song
What a romantic song, really like it
Kenny
on Fat City Strut
The harmony is raw and heavily
Straight to the ❤ coming from the ❤
Rael Sackey
on Cohelo
One of my favorite songs by the band written by Omar Mesa, was "The Sun Must Go Down". I can't find the lyrics anywhere. Help!
Tammy Prattis
on Polk Street Carnival
At the beginning of this song the words are actually everybody was vibing not bibing.
Yajaira Romero
on Love Song
BRING ME GREAT MEMORIES. I LOVE YOUR SONG.
Tanza Odd
on Love Song
I love your Love Song
Ethel Stevens Love
on Mango Meat
What about the lyrics to "Love Song" by Mandrill, where can the lyrics be found..........