1) Bloodstone … Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name, including:
1) Bloodstone is an American R&B, soul, and funk group, most popular in the 1970s and early 1980s.
2) Bloodstone was a Swedish death metal band formed in 1991.
3) Bloodstone is a metal band from Singapore.
4) Bloodstone is a melodic hard rock band from Australia.
5) Bloodstone is a British stoner metal/death metal four-piece from Corby.
6) Bloodstone is a German melodic power metal band from Stuttgart.
1. Bloodstone is a funk / soul / rock group formed in the 1960s in Kansas City, Missouri. Bloodstone was instrumental in the "black rock" and funk movement of the 1970's, and even had a hand in the brown-eyed soul movement with some Latin music-tinged hits.
Originally a high school doo-wop group, the members eventually moved to Los Angeles, California, learned to play instruments, and started a funk band. They became known for their funk / soul tracks that blended Jimi Hendrix-styled rock music with doo-wop and gospel music undertones. In 1973, Bloodstone's big label debut was an instant hit, with the single "Natural High" reaching the R&B Top Ten.
2. Bloodstone was a Swedish death metal band formed in 1991. They released a landmark underground death metal album in 1996 by the name of "Hour of the gate", and split in the same year.
Last known line-up:
Damien Hess - Vocals
Michael Samuelsson - Guitars
Svante Friberg - Bass
Mats Wikberg - Drums
3. Bloodstone is a metal band from Singapore. Formed in 2004 and named after the Judas Priest song.
Lineup:
Mike Destruction - Guitar / Vocals
Zeek - Bass
Cliff - Guitar
Jahannam - Drums
http://www.myspace.com/bloodstoneonslaught
4. Bloodstone is a melodic hard rock band from Australia with two emigrants from Czech Republic formed by:
Zoran Grozdi - Vocals
Joe “Cool” La Ferlita - Guitar
George Harris - Bass
Vendula Kasparkova - Keyboards
Klaudius Kryspin - Drums
Bloodstone released an album called The Awekening in 1994 by Mediarex records.
5. Bloodstone is a British stoner metal/death metal four-piece from Corby, UK.
6. Bloodstone is a German Melodic Power Metal band from Stuttgart. Featuring Daniel Stevenson (Mouthful of Flies) on vocals and Andy Green (Moon Chamber, Pagan Altar) on drums. They released an EP, 2000 Down The Line in 1994 and a full-length, Valley Of The Machines in 1995.
Money
Bloodstone Lyrics
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But you can keep them for the birds and bees
Now give me money
That's what I want
That's what I want, yeah
That's what I want
You're lovin' gives me a thrill
Now give me money
That's what I want
That's what I want, yeah
That's what I want
Money don't get everything it's true
What it don't get, I can't use
Now give me money
That's what I want
That's what I want, yeah
That's what I want, wah
Money don't get everything it's true
What it don't get, I can't use
Now give me money
That's what I want
That's what I want, yeah
That's what I want
Well now give me money
A lot of money
Wow, yeah, I wanna be free
Oh I want money
That's what I want
That's what I want, well
Now give me money
A lot of money
Wow, yeah, you need money
Now, give me money
That's what I want, yeah
That's what I want
The lyrics to Bloodstone's song "Money" express a desire for material wealth and how it can often surpass the importance of other things, such as love. The opening lines, "The best things in life are free, but you can keep them for the birds and bees," suggest that although there may be important things that money cannot buy, like love or happiness, it is still necessary for survival in our society.
The singer goes on to say that although he enjoys the love of his partner, it does not provide for his financial needs. He sings, "You're lovin' gives me a thrill, but you're lovin' don't pay my bills." This line emphasizes the importance of money and how it is necessary to have financial stability for one's basic needs.
The chorus, "Money don't get everything it's true, what it don't get, I can't use," acknowledges that money cannot buy everything, but still, it is essential to have financial security in life. The repeated phrase, "That's what I want" emphasizes the desire for material wealth and highlights the chorus's main message.
Overall, Bloodstone's song "Money" accurately portrays the importance of money in our society and how it can surpass other aspects of life's importance.
Line by Line Meaning
The best things in life are free
There are some things that we don't need to pay for to experience happiness and joy
But you can keep them for the birds and bees
However, there are certain things that are not enough for a life of comfort
Now give me money
I want financial resources that can provide for my needs
That's what I want
Money is what I am after
That's what I want, yeah
I am insistent on acquiring financial resources
You're lovin' gives me a thrill
I appreciate the affection and love you give me
But you're lovin' don't pay my bills
However, love alone can't cover my expenses or provide for what I need
Money don't get everything it's true
Money is not the solution to everything
What it don't get, I can't use
But, what I can't get with money, I can't use or benefit from
That's what I want, wah
I am determined to get riches
Well now give me money
I am emphasizing the importance of having money
A lot of money
I want a huge sum of money
Wow, yeah, I wanna be free
With a lot of money, I can live life without financial constraints and limitations
Oh I want money
I am expressing my need for financial resources
Now give me money
I am demanding financial resources
You need money
I am reminding the listener that they too need financial resources
That's what I want
Money is the answer to my problems
That's what I want, yeah
Money is what I am insistent on acquiring
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Janie Bradford, Berry Gordy Jr.
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Carlton Jumel Smith
At 2:19 when Harry starts to scream - when it gets to 2:28 - THE PURE FUNK KICKS IN AND IT WILL STINK UP YORU WHOLE ROOM! Lord have mercy!
Steven Maginnis
My sentiments exactly! I would love to know if John Lennon ever heard this cover, as the Beatles had recorded this song in 1963 with Lennon on lead vocals.
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