The majority of Tapatio groups such as La Revolución de Emiliano Zapata, Los Spiders, La Solemnidad, Fachada de Piedra, Quinta Visión, etc., were mostly imitations of classic rock bands. 39.4 was the exception and coincided with bands from other sides of the Mexican Republic, with more unique and varied influences ranging from jazz to psychedelic.
39.4 was originally formed as Bandido, and consisted of Luisillo Arciniega Luis Vicente Rivera (trombone), Jose Luis Guerrero (Sax and transverse flute), Ignacio Rodriguez (trumpet) Keno Eugenio Guerrero (bass) and Efren Gonzalez Olvera Bear (guitar). Soon after, they changed their name to 39.4 and produced their first and only LP in 1972 on CBS Records in the US. This original LP is one of the most sought after in the market.
The band broke up in 1976.
Faith
39.4 Lyrics
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In a world full of hate
Can we live among
In a world full of hate
Oh can we relate to mamas diner
Or should we just be fake
Can we relate to summer evenings
Or should we just be fake
Cause I see the way
So I'll lead the way
If you have some faith
Sunset memory
Fly like a honey bee
Baby I'm on a dream
What you want you'll receive
Smoking on a honey leaf
I'll sit back and think
I sit back and think
Yeah I'll sit back and think
Don't be afraid
Cause I'll lead the way
You make my mind up
Every time
You make my mind up
Every time
You make my mind up
Every time
You make my
Make my
Make my mind up
I was raised by the old folks
They sat me down by the river
They told me nothing but old jokes
So now I don't even quiver
At your face
When you say n*gga
I catch you in your slippers
Said I lead the way
Just you have some faith
Mmmmmmm
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The lyrics of Faith by 39.4 touch upon themes of living in a world that is full of hate, and whether it's possible to find authenticity and meaning in the midst of it. The song begins with a question – can we live among in a world full of hate? The uncertainty around this question is reflected in the repetition of the line, which creates a sense of doubt and unease. The singer then asks if we can relate to mamas diner or summer evenings, two seemingly simple things that represent a sense of community and warmth. But the question is whether we can truly connect with them, or if we're just faking it. The singer then acknowledges that they cannot hide the way that things are, and they will lead the way towards a better future for those who have faith.
The chorus of the song speaks to the idea of memories and dreams. The sunset memory and the honey bee represent fleeting moments of beauty and joy. The singer is on a dream and believes that what you want, you'll receive. There's a sense of optimism here, that even in a world full of hate, it's possible to find moments of hope and happiness. Smoking on a honey leaf and sitting back and thinking create a sense of relaxation and contemplation, and the repetition of "make my mind up" speaks to the idea of taking control of one's own destiny.
The final verse of the song speaks to issues of race and identity. The singer was raised by old folks who told old jokes and sat by the river. They do not quiver at the use of the n-word, but they catch people in their slippers. There's a sense of defiance and pride here, but also a recognition of the complexities around race and language. The repetition of "can we live among" at the end of the song creates a sense of urgency and a desire to find a way forward.
Overall, Faith is a song that touches upon a range of themes, including identity, community, hope, and doubt. It speaks to the challenges of living in a world full of hate, but also to the possibilities that exist for finding meaning and connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Can we live among
Questioning whether we can coexist with others in the world
In a world full of hate
Acknowledging the existence of hatred in the world
Can we relate to mamas diner
Asking if we can understand and empathize with others, specifically through shared experiences like eating at a mom-and-pop restaurant
Or should we just be fake
Wondering if it is better to be disingenuous instead of truly connecting with others
I cannot hide it
Admitting that something is visible or tangible and cannot be concealed
Cause I see the way
Explaining why it cannot be hidden - because it is clear and evident to the singer
So I'll lead the way
Taking charge and guiding others towards a better path or understanding
If you have some faith
Asking others to trust and have faith in the artist's guidance
Sunset memory
A recollection of a past moment, specifically a sunset
Fly like a honey bee
Metaphorically describing the feeling of being free and unburdened
Baby I'm on a dream
Admitting to being in a state of dreaming or having aspirations
What you want you'll receive
Encouraging listeners to believe in their goals and that they can achieve them
Smoking on a honey leaf
Describing enjoying a relaxing moment
I'll sit back and think
Taking time to reflect or ponder
Don't be afraid
Urging others to let go of their fears
You make my mind up
Implying someone has a significant influence over the artist's decision-making process
Every time
Emphasizing that this influence is consistent and recurring
I was raised by the old folks
Sharing a personal detail regarding upbringing and exposure to certain beliefs
They sat me down by the river
Describing a past experience where the singer was taught a lesson or shared an important conversation
They told me nothing but old jokes
Revealing that the lesson shared was not serious but instead an attempt at humor
So now I don't even quiver
Implying that the artist is no longer affected by things that may have previously made them feel anxious or scared
At your face
Directly confronting someone
When you say n*gga
Reacting to a specific derogatory term
I catch you in your slippers
Suggesting the confrontation may not be very serious or intense
Said I lead the way
Asserting one's leadership over others
Just you have some faith
Emphasizing the importance of trust and belief in this leadership
Mmmmmmm
A non-verbal sound indicating a thoughtful or reflective moment
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Can we live among
Repeating the opening line, possibly to highlight the importance of the question posed
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Baffour Anim, Joseph Pointer, Pat Schlitzer
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@alfredmoon4237
De las canciones que mas me gustan del rock esa epoca, los cambios que tiene, uffff una joya!!
Saludos!!
@MiguelVazquez-mu1zm
México tenía bandas a niveles impresionantes sin duda
@hectorsoriano5613
Buena rola , creo que es la más conocida de 39.4
@SweetSmoke21
Beautiful, thanks!!
@VladimirSanchez007
great band
@soulavagena
Great ,,vivaa Mexicoooo
@josevera-xt2vz
genial
@locojuarez2401
He oìdo de todo el rock sicòdelico; pero esto no le pide nada a los grupos extranjeros.
@LeondeAsimenes
39.4 esta en el soundtrack de mi vida en cucsh
@Miriksem
!!!