Prophet released his solo debut Brother Aldo in 1990 on Fire records,(later reissued in the late 1990's on Walter Yetnikoff's Velvel imprint. His immediate career path took him through mostly European touring markets and his followup "Balinese Dancer" came out in 1993 & later the Steve Berlin produced "Feast of Hearts" came out in Europe only through the Fire imprint. After a decade long bout with substance abuse, Prophet resurfaced refreshed and renewed on the critical breakthroughs 1998's "Homemade Blood", 2000's "The Hurting Business" and 2002's live "Turn The Pigeons Loose" (all available via Cooking Vinyl in UK). By 2000 he'd recorded a side project with his wife Stefanie called Go Go Market and begun incorporating electronic influences into his traditional roots rock formula, resulting in some mainstream radio play and expanded exposure, culminating in the wider distribution of albums "No Other Love" from 2002 and 2004's "Age of Miracles" on New West Records. Chuck signed a new arrangement in the US with North Carolina based Yep Roc for 2007's "Soap and Water", an album that saw the musician invited to play twice on National Public Radio, as well as on televison talk shows like Late Night With David Letterman, and The Carson Daly Show.
Over the years he also began collaborating with other songwriters like Kelly Willis, Steve Yerkey and contributing as a guitarist/musician to studio efforts from folks like Jonathan Richman, Warren Zevon, Kim Carnes, Cake, Tom Heyman and Jewel. Alejandro Escovedo's upcoming 2008 release produced by Tony Visconti entitled Real Animal was co-written and recorded with Prophet. In addition to having his songs recorded by artists like Solomon Burke, Heart & Cyndi Thomson he has also recorded with men who started out as his influences like Jim Dickinson, Dan Penn and the late Warren Zevon.
www.chuckprophet.com.
Freckle
Chuck Prophet Lyrics
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I like way you peel
I love to see your hair in a mess
It's been a long September
It's gonna be a longer winter
Let me help you out of that dress
Before you catch a cold
We're rising and we're falling
Falling and we're rising, lost on the invisible sea
A thousand stolen kisses, a crime without a witness
Throw me overboard captain would you please
I just can't stand myself
I never liked your brother
Couldn't stand that little bugger
I had to see him every day
Your father at the factory, he always had it in for me
Ain't going back there, no how, no way, never again
I like the way you freckle
I like way you peel
I love to see your hair in a mess
It's been a long September
Gonna be a longer winter
Let me help you out of that dress
Gotta feel your skin upon my skin
Skin upon, skin upon
In Chuck Prophet's song, Freckle, he expresses his affection for his lover's unique features, such as her freckles and messy hair. The first verse establishes the physical attraction between the two and sets the scene in which the song progresses. The second verse takes a darker turn, referencing the struggles that the couple may be facing, with the use of the metaphor of an "invisible sea." The singer mentions stolen kisses, possibly signifying a secret romance. He then requests to be thrown overboard, suggesting a desire to escape his own feelings and impulses.
The final verse alludes to potential family troubles, with the singer disliking his lover's brother and having negative encounters with her father. However, these past experiences do not deter his love for her as he acknowledges his affection. The repetition of the first and second verses emphasizes a cyclical nature in the singer's emotions, reflecting the ebb and flow of their relationship.
Overall, Freckle is a poignant portrayal of romantic desire and complex emotions in a relationship. The song's themes of physical attraction, hidden love, and familial conflicts add layers of depth to the song, making it relatable and poignant.
Line by Line Meaning
I like the way you freckle
I admire the way your skin is dotted with freckles, it's one of the unique things about you that I appreciate.
I like the way you peel
I find it fascinating how your skin peels sometimes, it's a reminder of our imperfections and that makes you human.
I love to see your hair in a mess
I enjoy seeing you comfortable and relaxed, even if it means your hair is all over the place.
It's been a long September
Time has been crawling by slowly, it feels like it has been going on forever and it has made me restless.
It's gonna be a longer winter
The winters are usually colder and darker, and with the way things are going, it's going to be a challenging one.
Let me help you out of that dress
I want to take care of you, help you relax after a long day, and make sure you don't catch a cold.
Before you catch a cold
I'm trying to protect you from getting a cold or the flu, which is common during the cold months.
We're rising and we're falling
Our relationship is not perfect, but we're trying to hold on and keep pushing through the ups and downs.
Falling and we're rising, lost on the invisible sea
Sometimes we might feel hopeless or lost on this journey together, like we're on a ship sailing on uncharted waters.
A thousand stolen kisses, a crime without a witness
We've shared so many intimate moments together, all those stolen kisses, and it feels like we're the only ones who know each other's secrets.
Throw me overboard captain would you please
I'm overwhelmed and I need a break, even if that means being thrown overboard like a sailor who can't handle the rough seas anymore.
I just can't stand myself
I'm not feeling confident in myself or our relationship, I'm second-guessing everything I say and do.
I never liked your brother
I didn't really get along with your brother, he rubbed me the wrong way, and it was a challenge seeing him every day.
Couldn't stand that little bugger
Your brother was annoying and sometimes immature, and it was hard to tolerate his behavior.
Your father at the factory, he always had it in for me
I felt like your father didn't like me when I worked at the factory, he was always giving me a hard time and it made things difficult.
Ain't going back there, no how, no way, never again
I won't go back to that place where I felt undervalued, mistreated, or unappreciated, no matter what.
Gotta feel your skin upon my skin
I crave intimacy with you, the feeling of our skin touching and the closeness that brings us together.
Skin upon, skin upon
I'm emphasizing how much I crave that connection, the warmth of your skin upon mine brings me comfort and joy.
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eskayizezy
Very nice! It's always good hearing some new Chuck Prophet, and seeing some new Danny Plotnick.
iggy stew
OMG......yes I do love his voice!!!!
Kittyfeet69
"It's got a snappy beat and the kids can dance to it." I've been a fan of Chuck (and of Danny Plotnick) since the mid-80s. It's great to finally see him getting the attention he deserves. In 18 months from now when every alterna-slacker boho in America is sporting a "You could make a doubter out of Jesus" T-shirt, I'll be the first to stand up and say "I knew him when...." --Michael W. Dean
jetsafox
Sweet, rock and roll. Love the Man, love his lady. Great band. Nice video, Jet Sepulveda
MooseGoggles
Awesome song! Heard it on the radio today 11/12/2007 in the car, WTMD, Towson, Mary Land. When I got home I started searching for it. w00t! Glad I can listen to it again now. Rockin song, wtf video. What's going on there? No offense to your videpgrapher. just sayin'. This song would make a wonderful visual presentation. Love it!!1! All the best, - Jack
Sandy Dyas
Todd is a big deal with me - witty song-writer and his music is complex - and it rocks. all of makes me dance. GREAT video for an even more amazing song! LOVE.
Sandy Dyas
Todd is a big deal with me - witty song-writer and his music is complex - and it rocks. all of makes me dance. GREAT video for an even more amazing song! LOVE. You can never figure out the American music crowd.... This would ONLY be played on public radio is my guess so you either have to go out, pay attention to the internet or listen to PUBLIC RADIO! (which the republicans want to X out)
BillyKelly
Damn that's a cool song. Just heard it on WXPN out of Philly. Philly Delphia. The Delphia of Phila. In Pennsylvania. You get the idea. This song rocks. ROCKS, I say! -Earl
vlad the Inhaler
Great Fun with your Guitars....here's how ! Very cool Tune !
smitty54017
@RealDoozer Unfortunately, in the modern music biz, putting out good music is not a requirement. Neither is talent. Sex appeal and marketability to teenage girls is. That's ok though, being more underground means Chuck can keep making real, great music without the over production and polishing that comes with mainstream success.