Frankenreiter started playing in the group, Peanut Butter and Jam, at the age of 18. In 1996 he began to seriously pursue a musical career when he formed the band Sunchild. In Sunchild, Frankenreiter was the lead guitar player but did not sing. The band had a 70s rock sound similar in style to The Black Crowes. They released their first CD, Barefoot & Live, on Surfdog Records in 1997. Produced by Gary Hoey, the live album featured covers of The Allman Brothers Band, The Marshall Tucker Band, The Rolling Stones, and Van Morrison, as well as several originals. California Honey followed in 2000 on their own Sunchild Records. This studio album is now out-of-print. Sunchild disbanded in 2001 and Frankenreiter went on to pursue a solo career.
In 2002, Frankenreiter signed with Brushfire Records. His self-titled solo album, Donavon Frankenreiter, was recorded with co-producers Jack Johnson and Mario Caldato Jr. Johnson appears on the album, as do G. Love and Eels member Koool G. Murder. The album was released in April 2004 in Australia due to his high profile in that country from his support gigs for Jack Johnson and from Frankenreiter’s own surfing career. He toured Australia in April 2004, helping the album reach the top forty of the ARIA albums chart. Gary Jules was his support act on this tour. The album was released in the United States one month later, on 11 May 2004.
In 2006, Frankenreiter left Brushfire Records and signed with Lost Highway Records, home of such notable artists as Elvis Costello, Ryan Adams and Willie Nelson. His follow-up album, Move by Yourself, was released on June 6, 2006. Soon afterwards Donavon recorded a song called "Lovely Day" with Koool G., which was featured on the soundtracks to two films, Snakes on a Plane that same year and Georgia Rule in 2007.
In 2010 Donavon parted ways with Lost Highway Records and formed his own label, Liquid Tambourine Records. He subsequently recorded and released his fourth studio album of original material entitled "Glow", which was produced by Mark Weinberg.
In early 2012, Donavon cut ties with band mates Eric Brigmond, Craig Barnette, and Pete Winders, but maintained ties with original band member Matt Grundy.
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Big Wave
Donavon Frankenreiter Lyrics
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Yeah, it's you
Came in with the force of life
That's what you did
You open my eyes
And I'll never be the same again
You open my eyes
You're like a big wave coming on strong
In oh so long
I wanna thank you for lettin' me know
What it feels like to have love
From the head down to my toes
A big wave coming on strong
Oh love, love, love, love
Well it's true
Yeah, it's true
Never thought I'd find the one
Who'd give up the chase
I thought you'd never come
But I'll never be the same again
Just look what you've done
You're like a big wave coming on strong
Ain't never seen nothing like you
In oh so long
I wanna thank you for lettin' me know
What it feels like to have love
From the head down to my toes
Like big wave knockin' me over
Oh love, love, love, love
Not a dream
Not a dream
Know the difference when it's real
It's something you can touch
It's something you can feel
But I'll never be the same again
No I'll never be the same again
I'll never be the same again
Love it can heal
You're like a big wave coming on strong
Ain't never seen nothing like you
In oh so long
I wanna thank you for lettin' me know
What it feels like to have love
From the head down to my toes
Like a big wave knockin' me over
Mmm love, love
You're like a big wave coming on strong
Ain't never seen nothing like you
In oh so long
You're like a big wave knockin' me over
Oh love, love, love, yeah love
In "Big Wave," Donavon Frankenreiter sings about the transformative power of love. The song portrays love as a force that enters his life with intensity, like a big wave crashing onto shore. He credits this love for opening his eyes and fundamentally changing him. The lyrics express gratitude for the experience of being loved, from head to toe, and the deep impact it has on his life.
The song emphasizes the uniqueness of this love, stating that the singer has never encountered anything like it before. It suggests that this love is a rarity that has taken him by surprise, and he is grateful for the person who brought it into his life. The repetition of "oh love, love, love, love" throughout the song reinforces the depth of this feeling.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of love as something real and tangible, rather than just a dream. The singer differentiates between a dream and the genuine feeling of love, pointing out that love is something you can touch and feel. It becomes clear that this love has healed the singer and brought about a profound change in him. The song ends with a repeated acknowledgement that he will never be the same again.
Overall, "Big Wave" is a heartfelt expression of gratitude for a love that has swept the singer off his feet, changed him, and provided healing.
Line by Line Meaning
Well it's you
You are the one who has entered my life
Yeah, it's you
Yes, it is definitely you
Came in with the force of life
You entered my life with great impact and energy
That's what you did
That's exactly what you did
You open my eyes
You have made me see things differently
And I'll never be the same again
I have been forever changed by you
You're like a big wave coming on strong
You are powerful and overwhelming, like a massive wave
Ain't never seen nothing like you
I have never encountered anyone like you before
In oh so long
For a very long time
I wanna thank you for lettin' me know
I want to express my gratitude for showing me
What it feels like to have love
The experience of being loved
From the head down to my toes
Love that encompasses every part of me
Oh love, love, love, love
Love, love, love, love
Well it's true
Yes, it is true
Never thought I'd find the one
I never expected to find the perfect person
Who'd give up the chase
Someone who would stop pursuing
I thought you'd never come
I believed you would never arrive
Just look what you've done
Take a moment to see the impact of your actions
Not a dream
It is not a fantasy
Know the difference when it's real
Distinguish reality from imagination
It's something you can touch
It is tangible and can be physically felt
It's something you can feel
It evokes emotions and sensations
No I'll never be the same again
I will never return to my previous state
Love it can heal
Love has the power to bring healing
You're like a big wave knockin' me over
You are so overwhelming that you leave me breathless
Mmm love, love
Love, love
You're like a big wave knockin' me over
You are so powerful that you overpower me
Oh love, love, love, yeah love
Oh love, love, love, yes, love
Lyrics © SWING ON DOWN PUBLISHING
Written by: DONAVON FRANKENREITER, GRANT LEE PHILLIPS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Well it's you
Yeah, it's you
Came in with the force of life
That's what you did
You open my eyes
And I'll never be the same again
You open my eyes
You're like a big wave coming on strong
Ain't never seen nothing like you
In oh so long
I wanna thank you for lettin' me know
What it feels like to have love
From the head down to my toes
A big wave coming on strong
Oh love, love, love, love
Well it's true
Yeah, it's true
Never thought I'd find the one
Who'd give up the chase
I thought you'd never come
But I'll never be the same again
Just look what you've done
You're like a big wave coming on strong
Ain't never seen nothing like you
In oh so long
I wanna thank you for lettin' me know
What it feels like to have love
From the head down to my toes
Like big…
Uma Câmera na Mão e o Pé na Estrada
Saudações do Brasil Donavon! Música para viajar!
Reed Hendrickson
How does this song only have 277,000 views? Everybody needs this kind of music in their lives!
Doug G
If it ain't on the radio I'm okay with that. No matter how many people hear this it's putting some love out in the world it gets around.
750k! It's not as fresh as day one but that's like saying you getting tired of seeing your best friend you known forever
Igor Alvarenga
Obrigado, amigo Donavon.. essa música faz eu esquecer meus cantores preferidos.
Claudia Piuzzi
Música que dá uma tranquilidade
Stella Spencer
When I hear his voice, I can only describe it as FRESH AIR! Makes me happy instantly. LOVE!
Vanderlei Monteiro
Em 2022 eu ouvindo essa linda música, que canção linda.
Alan Carloslist
ouvindo aqui no brasil.. apos fumar um beck. curto muito as musicas do donavon principalmente essa. que leva a pensamentos de momentos que ja vivi.. das aventuras com amigos.. enfim. donavon é o Cara !
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Well it's you
Yeah, it's you
Came in with the force of life
That's what you did
You open my eyes
And I'll never be the same again
You open my eyes
You're like a big wave coming on strong
Ain't never seen nothing like you
In oh so long
I wanna thank you for lettin' me know
What it feels like to have love
From the head down to my toes
A big wave coming on strong
Oh love, love, love, love
Well it's true
Yeah, it's true
Never thought I'd find the one
Who'd give up the chase
I thought you'd never come
But I'll never be the same again
Just look what you've done
You're like a big wave coming on strong
Ain't never seen nothing like you
In oh so long
I wanna thank you for lettin' me know
What it feels like to have love
From the head down to my toes
Like big…
Brad Herbert
A few months ago I was watching this album be made online! It is great to hear everything put together and mastered!