Santana has was an avenue named after him as well as a statue of a guitar in the city where he was born (born in Autlán de Navarro, Jalisco, México) to honour him. The family moved from there to Tijuana In La Calonia Libertad, the city on Mexico's border with California, and then San Francisco, USA. Carlos stayed in Tijuana but joined his family in San Francisco later and graduated from James Lick Middle School and Mission High School there.
Most of his musical career has been spent with Santana, the band he formed in San Francisco in 1967. His music underwent large changes in 1973 when he was introduced to the spiritual leader Sri Chinmoy, by fellow guitarist "Mahavishnu" John McLaughlin. After this he adopted the title "Devadip" which he still uses. In 1998 he formed the Milagro Foundation along with his wife Deborah, which supports disadvantaged children. Later Carlos and Deborah divorced, but the Milagro Foundation is still alive and well.
Other huge influences of Carlos Santana are both Miles Davis (with whom he maintained a big personal connection), and John Coltrane, who unfortunately passed away in 1967.
One With You
Carlos Santana Lyrics
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Spread your wings and let me in
You know I¡¯ll always cherish the time we spent
The lyrics to Carlos Santana's song One With You seem to be addressed to an angel, expressing the desire to be unified with them. The image of wings is used to symbolize the ability to fly, to soar above the earthly confines, and to be together in a higher realm. The lyrics suggest a deep sense of love and appreciation, with the singer expressing a desire to cherish the moments spent in the company of the angel. The song touches upon themes such as unity, transcendence, and divine love.
The lyrics can also be interpreted as a reference to the spiritual path, where one seeks to attain a state of unity with the divine. In this sense, the angel could represent a spiritual guide or a higher power, and the singer's desire to be one with them represents a yearning for spiritual awakening or enlightenment. The song's lyrics evoke a sense of longing and devotion, which could resonate with those who seek a deeper connection with the divine.
Line by Line Meaning
Angel I want to be one with you
My dear love, I desire to become united with you as one entity
Spread your wings and let me in
Open up to me completely, and allow me to be a part of your life
You know I'll always cherish the time we spent
I will forever hold dear the moments we have shared together, no matter how small or insignificant they may seem.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BOOKER T. JR. JONES
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Diego Mattos
Melodic guitar solo around 2:20 by Jimmy Vaughan, making the foundation for Carlos at 3:43. One of the finest interplays ever.
Agnès DE MARTORELL
MAGNIFIQUE MUSIQUE🤗🤓👍👏👏♥️♥️♥️♥️ON. ADORE .MERCI MONSIEUR🙏
Gebre Menfes Kidus
One of my favorite Santana songs. The way it builds. Greg Walker’s vocals at the beginning. Kim Wilson’s subtle minor harmonica playing throughout. Carlos just gently milking it and milking it and then unleashing the fire when he hits that effect switch @3:42. One of Santana’s best tracks from an all around great album.
Rich Payton
Sorry no Greg... Booker T. Jones lead vocal. But as far as Santana Band vocalists, I agree with you 100%. Greg was the best.
Paul Convery
Unleashing the fire !
I love it !!
Many of Santana's tunes have similar transitions that stand out like this and have special meaning to me. Thanks for sharing.
Gebre Menfes Kidus
@Rich Payton Thank you for the correction. Viva Santana!
Stefan Gustafson
My favourite guitar solo is here. Amazing build up and warmest tone you will ever here from this instrument.
Teresa Jackson
Carlos is amazing, one of the best musicians in this earth love you CARLOS
Mehdi Tazi
He used to be one of the best ...
Teresa Jackson
He still is for me!❤❤🇲🇽