Kung Fu Fighting has been the subject of numerous remixes,and Carl has made appearances on cover versions of the song. He now resides in Germany where he runs a publishing company that co-ordinates films, documentaries, and advertisements. As of 2005, his website said he is in the process of recording new material to release, but could not tour due to injuries sustained in an auto accident.
When Douglas first arrived in the U.K. around 1964, he hit the UK charts in 1964 with the single Crazy Feeling that went to #21. He also cut the Northern Soul classic, Serving A Sentence For Life. This is, indeed, the same Carl Douglas as the man who recorded Kung Fu Fighting.
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Green Tangerines and Wild Evergreens
Carl Douglas Lyrics
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Oh yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Send the people ′round
Oh, yeah, oh, yeah
Oh yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Send them into town
Had to locked down now, baby
There're green tangerines and wild evergreens
You know, the cause was never found
But they stood for miles around
Yes, there′re green tangerines and wild evergreens
Together, together
You know the experts came today, yeah
And they took some plants away
So now the people come to town
Oh, oh, it's just to see the ground now
Where they grow green tangerines
Hey baby and wild evergreens
Together, together
Though they could not believe their eyes
They was no need to be surprised
On this planet of 'cause you need
Love, peace, happiness and harmony
I′m so glad to see them
Because they were part of me
So let the trumpet sound
I know they′ll never tear them down, no, no
Those green tangerines, hey baby, and wild evergreens
Wild evergreens, and the green tangerines
Wild evergreens, and the green tangerines, yeah
Together (green tangerines) can you believe it?
Together (green tangerines) can you believe it?
Love, love, love, baby (green tangerines)
Love, love, love, baby (wild evergreens)
(Wild evergreens) no, no, no, yeah, yeah
(Green tangerines) oh, oh, oh, yeah
Together (wild evergreens)
The song "Green Tangerines and Wild Evergreens" by Carl Douglas is a lively and upbeat track that celebrates the beauty and significance of nature. The lyrics convey a sense of joy and togetherness as people gather to witness the spectacle of green tangerines and wild evergreens. The chorus repeats the phrase "together" multiple times, emphasizing the unity and harmony that can be found in the presence of these natural wonders.
The verses suggest a mysterious element surrounding these green tangerines and wild evergreens. The singer mentions that experts have come to examine and possibly take away some of the plants, but the purpose or cause behind their presence remains unknown. However, despite the confusion, the tangerines and evergreens symbolize something greater. They are described as standing "for miles around" and being a part of the singer's own identity. The refrain of "love, peace, happiness, and harmony" reaffirms the positive sentiment and importance of these elements.
Overall, the song "Green Tangerines and Wild Evergreens" celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of nature, evokes a sense of unity, and suggests that amidst confusion and uncertainty, love and harmony prevail.
Line by Line Meaning
Send the people ′round
Ask the people to go around
Had to locked up now, baby
Had to be confined, my dear
Had to locked down now, baby
Had to be restricted, my dear
There're green tangerines and wild evergreens
There are youthful and untamed spirits
You know, the cause was never found
The reason was never discovered
But they stood for miles around
Yet they were admired from far away
Yes, there′re green tangerines and wild evergreens
Indeed, there are fresh and vibrant souls
Together, together
In unity, in harmony
You know the experts came today, yeah
You are aware that the professionals arrived today
And they took some plants away
And they removed some vegetation
So now the people come to town
So now the individuals gather in the city
Oh, oh, it's just to see the ground now
Oh, it's merely to observe the earth now
Where they grow green tangerines
Where the youthful souls flourish
Hey baby and wild evergreens
Hey my love and untamed spirits
Though they could not believe their eyes
Although they couldn't comprehend what they saw
They was no need to be surprised
There was no necessity to be astonished
On this planet of 'cause you need
In this world where love, peace, happiness, and harmony are essential
Love, peace, happiness and harmony
Affection, tranquility, joy, and unity
I′m so glad to see them
I am delighted to witness them
Because they were part of me
Because they were connected to me
So let the trumpet sound
So allow the trumpet to make a sound
I know they′ll never tear them down, no, no
I know they will never destroy them, no, no
Those green tangerines, hey baby, and wild evergreens
Those youthful souls, my love, and untamed spirits
Wild evergreens, and the green tangerines
Untamed spirits and the youthful souls
Together (green tangerines) can you believe it?
Unified (youthful souls), can you believe it?
Together (green tangerines) can you believe it?
Unified (youthful souls), can you believe it?
Love, love, love, baby (green tangerines)
Affection, affection, affection, my love (youthful souls)
Love, love, love, baby (wild evergreens)
Affection, affection, affection, my love (untamed spirits)
(Wild evergreens) no, no, no, yeah, yeah
(Untamed spirits) no, no, no, yes, yes
(Green tangerines) oh, oh, oh, yeah
(Youthful souls) oh, oh, oh, yes
Together (wild evergreens)
Unified (untamed spirits)
Writer(s): Carlton George Douglas
Contributed by Callie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@billyidol4354
This is the best song ever.
@demirasaner1859
Yeaa yeaa baby yeaaaa😊