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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Butterfly
Donavon Frankenreiter Lyrics
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If the life I live becomes the life I had
I close my eyes and I dream
Of my butterfly coming down to rescue me
She's my butterfly
Ya she's my butterfly
If the woods that love you ever ask you to stay
I still close my eyes and I dream
Of my butterfly coming back to rescue me
She's my butterfly
Ya she's my butterfly
Don't you know that she's my butterfly
I said she's my butterfly
She's my butterfly
Ya she's my butterfly
She's my butterfly
Butterfly
The lyrics to Donavon Frankenreiter's song Butterfly convey a sense of hope and comfort in a time of uncertainty. The singer of the song recognizes that life can be unpredictable and that there may be moments when he needs rescuing. However, he finds solace in being able to close his eyes and dream of his butterfly coming to save him. The use of the butterfly as a symbol is significant, as it represents transformation, growth, and freedom. The singer views the butterfly as his savior, his source of inspiration, and his guide through life's ups and downs.
The song's repetitive chorus emphasizes the importance of the butterfly, singing "she's my butterfly, ya she's my butterfly" multiple times. This serves as a reminder to the listener that there is always something, or someone, to hold onto during difficult times. In this case, it is the butterfly that provides a sense of comfort and hope.
Overall, the lyrics to Butterfly are a beautiful expression of the human need for reassurance and guidance. The butterfly serves as a powerful symbol of freedom, hope, and transformation, and the song's emphasis on this symbol creates a sense of peace, comfort, and optimism.
Line by Line Meaning
If the road I travel goes bad
If my journey takes me down a negative path
If the life I live becomes the life I had
If my life becomes monotonous and uninteresting
I close my eyes and I dream
I escape reality by imagining a better future
Of my butterfly coming down to rescue me
Of my savior coming to help me through tough times
If the wind that guides you pulls you away
If life takes you in a different direction than planned
If the woods that love you ever ask you to stay
If your loved ones ask you to never leave them
I still close my eyes and I dream
I continue to imagine a better future despite challenges
Of my butterfly coming back to rescue me
Of my savior returning to help me once again
She's my butterfly
My source of hope and support
Ya she's my butterfly
Yes, she is the one who helps me through tough times
Don't you know that she's my butterfly
She is the one who has my back
I said she's my butterfly
I emphasize the importance of my savior
She's my butterfly
She is the one who helps me fly
Ya she's my butterfly
Yes, she is the one who lifts me up
She's my butterfly
My source of strength and resilience
Butterfly
A symbolic representation of hope and freedom
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Craig Young, Nicole Mullen
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