The Butts Band came about as a consequence of The Doors trying to find a replacement for Jim Morrison. The remaining Doors were in London in 1973 had auditioned several British singers including Howard Werth (the singer with Audience), Kevin Coyne (from Siren) and Jess Roden (who was the leader of Bronco UK). Howard Werth rehearsed with the band for a week with a view to stepping into Morrison's shoes. Elektra records founder Jac Holzman favoured Werth as he had at one stage foreseen Audience taking over The Doors' spot on Elektra - but Audience had fallen apart and he now saw Howard and The Doors merging as the new Doors. However, Ray Manzarek eventually called it off and went back to Los Angeles, leaving Densmore and Krieger in London. They began looking for a new project, linking up with Roden, Phil Chen and Roy Davies to form the Butts Band.
In an early interview in Melody Maker or NME Krieger explained the origin of the name: "'Butts Band' equalled a bunch of losers desperate for a gig, hence the tattered speaker on the front cover."
Their debut, the self titled album The Butts Band was released in 1974. After the pressure of two members living in California and 3 in London lead the band to split (following a low key tour and the odd TV appearance), Kreiger and Densmore recruited a second cast of musicians to produce a second album, titled Hear and Now in 1975.
Be With Me
Butts Band Lyrics
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And you know I love you too
How come we just can't make it happen?
When it's so easy to do
I'm thinking about a place
Be just perfect for two
There ain't nobody gets on your case
I don't know what you've got babe
But I like what you do
It's as likely as not, babe
Gonna make love to you
I know we're going to live together
And you know I love you too
I say how come can we not make it happen?
When it's so easy to do
Guitar solo
I don't know what you've got babe
But I like what you do
It's as likely as not, babe
Gonna make love to you
I know you're gonna be with me, now
And you know you love me too, I really do
Say how come can we not make it happen?
When it's so easy to do
Keyboard solo
The lyrics to The Butts Band's "Be With Me" lay out a situation where two people are in love but struggling to make their relationship work. The singer recognizes that they both want to be together and that they love each other, but something is preventing them from being together. The chorus suggests that the solution may be as simple as finding a place where they can be alone and free from the judgment of others. It's clear that the singer is willing to do whatever it takes to be with their lover, including making love to them.
The verses of the song provide some insight into what might be holding them back. The singer doesn't know what exactly their lover has, but they like what they do. It's possible that there is some past hurt or unspoken issue that is causing hesitation in moving forward. However, the singer is confident that they will eventually live together and that they will make love to one another.
Overall, "Be With Me" is a plea for love and understanding. It touches on the desire for intimacy, the fear of judgment, and the importance of communication in a relationship. It's a reminder that sometimes the desire for something can be so strong, but the path to obtaining it is not always clear.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you want to be with me
I am aware that you have a desire to be with me
And you know I love you too
You are aware that I also have feelings of love towards you
How come we just can't make it happen?
I am curious about the reason why we are unable to be together
When it's so easy to do
Being together seems like something that should be achievable without complications
I'm thinking about a place
I am contemplating a location
Be just perfect for two
This location would be ideally suited for just the two of us
There ain't nobody gets on your case
There are not any individuals who are overly critical or judgmental towards us
They don't care what you do
We have an environment of acceptance and freedom
I don't know what you've got babe
I am unsure of the qualities you possess
But I like what you do
I derive enjoyment from your actions and behavior
It's as likely as not, babe
It is probable that I will make love to you
Gonna make love to you
I intend to engage in a sexual encounter with you
I know we're going to live together
I have a strong belief that we will be able to reside in the same location
And you know I love you too
You are aware that my feelings of love towards you have not diminished
I say how come can we not make it happen?
I am questioning why there are obstacles preventing our ability to be together
When it's so easy to do
The process of being with each other should not require complex solutions
I don't know what you've got babe
My understanding of what you are bringing to this relationship is limited
But I like what you do
Despite not fully comprehending your qualities, they are attractive to me
It's as likely as not, babe
It is probable that I will engage in sexual intimacy with you again
Gonna make love to you
I am planning on engaging in sexual activity with you again
I know you're gonna be with me, now
I am certain that we will be together from now on
And you know you love me too, I really do
You are aware of your love for me and I am confident in this fact
Say how come can we not make it happen?
Please explain the reasons why we have not been successful thus far
When it's so easy to do
Being together should not be a complicated task
Keyboard solo
Instrumental piece
Guitar solo
Instrumental piece
Contributed by Gianna S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@william7447
What a great song, KSHE 95 in St. Louis always played this back in the day, still on Sundays classics
@jeffthrow6892
Excellent song from a great album...........definitely a fav K-SHE Klassic.......
@mikedoyle5852
K-SHE, REAL rock radio. Crestwood / St. Louis. K-SHE was nationally renowned as THE flagship rock station in the country in the late sixties, all throughout the seventies, eighties & nineties. Now, after 50+ years, it’s a true legend in rock music broadcasting. No one was even close. They played music never before heard, and educated a lot of music fans for generations. WAY ahead of their time. They were simply referred to as ‘THE RADIO STATION’. Rock musicians launched their careers visiting this little cinder block building on Watson Rd / Rt 66 over the years. K-SHE was instrumental in giving air time to obscured bands and progressive music. I worked for a music company in the seventies & eighties and we were always doing promotions, selling concert tickets or doing live remotes from our stores. So we got to know most of ‘the radio station’ personalities quite well.
Prior to that - in 1967 - my brother and I tuned in because we were waiting for this new station coming on the air. We heard the very first transmission sounds as the announcer came on the air, announcing, ‘’this is K-SHE, operating at 94.7 millicycles, I’m Prince Knight and this is White Rabbit, Jefferson Airplane….’ (Then then the record started). We just looked at each other and went ‘’WHOA! FV(K!!!’’ We were fans for life. Cool as $h!+.
@mypalchester
Now this is my kind of music! Haven't heard this song since the 70's. Sounds as good today as it did back then.
@gingergirl2001
Thanks from the bottom of my heart..I soooo forgot this beautiful song! Thank God for You Tube...we still can listen to these great tune Thanks for posting
@cinel22
I love all the KSHE Klassic fans around here. I didn't know what song this was so I just pushed "play". Love this song. 8 to Noon on Sunday is my favorite time fo the week.
@rtbarnes4893
Best song from this album..
@sublimnalphish7232
this is one of my all time favorites. I love rock music and nothing more artistically better came out of the decade than 1970's art rock. so many , too many to count. this song is awesome.
@mynameisborris
Isn't that the truth!!!????
@Johnny195573
My Navy days, my high school sweetheart off in the south pacific thinking great memories😆