He studied oboe and composition at Jacksonville University from 1965 to 1967, then finished his education at Georgia State College in 1969.He also taught piano and jazz improvisation at Jacksonville University for several years.
He, along with alligator wrestler Chris Lightburn and Rev. H. L. Patterson of St. Mary's Baptist Church, founded the Lincolnville Restoration and Development Commission in his home town of St. Augustine in 1978. One of the group's projects was the organizing, in 1979, of the annual Lincolnville Festival, which has continued into the 21st century and become one of the Ancient City's leading cultural events.
Carn recorded several albums on the Black Jazz Records label during the 1970s that have since achieved cult classic status, including Infant Eyes, Adam's Apple, and Revelation. He worked with Nat Adderley, Earth, Wind & Fire, Shirley Horn, Lou Donaldson, Stanley Turrentine, and Irene Reid.[2] Most recently, he was featured on drummer Cindy Blackman's (of Lenny Kravitz fame) latest release, Another Lifetime.
Mighty Mighty
Doug Carn Lyrics
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Say little people, try to put you down
What you need, a helpin' hand
All the strength, at your command
How's ya faith? Cause ya faith is you
Who you kiddin', to yourself be true
Spread ya love, for a brighter day
We are people, of the mighty
Mighty people of the sun
In our hearts lies all the answers
To the truth you can't run from
Eagle flies, every seven days
Still cryin the blues, all about ya pay
What ya gonna do? Bout your living thang
Will ya make it better, or just complain
Everyday is real, don't run from fear
Cause better days are very near
There are times when you are bound to cry
One more time, head to the sky
We are people, of the mighty
Mighty people of the sun
In our hearts lies all the answers
To the truth you can't run from
The lyrics to Doug Carn’s “Mighty Mighty” are a message of empowerment and positivity to those who may feel downtrodden or oppressed. The song encourages the listener to hold their head up high and not let anyone bring them down. The first verse reminds us to have faith in ourselves and not pretend to be someone we are not. The second verse tells us to spread love and positivity for a brighter day, and that we can find what we are searching for if we put in the effort.
The chorus emphasizes the power of the people and reminds us that we are all mighty in our own way, and that we have the answers to the truth within us. The third verse reminds us that life is not always easy, and there will be times when we may want to give up, but we should not let fear hold us back. Finally, the song encourages us to stay strong and look up to the sky for guidance and inspiration.
Overall, “Mighty Mighty” is a message of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity. The song urges us to find strength in ourselves and in the support of others, and to keep moving forward with positivity and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
Walk around, why wear a frown
Why be sad all the time when you can walk around happy and carefree?
Say little people, try to put you down
Don't let anyone discourage you or bring you down because of your size or stature.
What you need, a helpin' hand
If you're feeling helpless, always remember that all you need is a helping hand to get through the rough patches in your life.
All the strength, at your command
You have all the strength you need to overcome any obstacle in life right inside of you.
How's ya faith? Cause ya faith is you
Your faith defines who you are as a person at your core.
Who you kiddin', to yourself be true
Don't lie to yourself. Instead, be true to who you are and embrace the truth of your identity.
Spread ya love, for a brighter day
By sharing love and positivity, you can help create a better world for everyone around you.
For what ya search, you'll find a way
Never give up on your dreams and aspirations because if you keep searching, you will find a way to achieve them.
We are people, of the mighty
We are all powerful and mighty in our unique ways.
Mighty people of the sun
We are like the sun; powerful, untouchable and bright.
In our hearts lies all the answers
Deep inside us, we all have the solutions to our problems that we may be searching for.
To the truth you can't run from
No matter how hard you try to avoid it, the truth will always be there, waiting to be revealed.
Eagle flies, every seven days
Just like an eagle that soars high above, we all have the potential to rise above the challenges of life no matter how many times we fall.
Still cryin the blues, all about ya pay
Although we may experience peaks and valleys in life, it is important not to lose sight of the big picture and what really matters.
What ya gonna do? Bout your living thang
You have the power to decide how you want to live your life, regardless of what anyone else may say or believe.
Will ya make it better, or just complain
It's up to you whether you want to take action to improve your situation or just complain about it without making any changes.
Everyday is real, don't run from fear
Every day presents a new challenge or fear, but you have the strength to face them head on and overcome them.
Cause better days are very near
Even though times may be tough, it's important to remember that things will get better soon and brighter days are ahead.
There are times when you are bound to cry
We all have moments of sadness or disappointment, but it's important to remember that it's okay to cry and let it out.
One more time, head to the sky
No matter how many times you fall, you must continue to look up and move forward with your head held high.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MAURICE WHITE, VERDINE WHITE, VERDINE ADAMS WHITE
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Makalani O. Jones
on Western Sunrise
taught this today to my seventh grade girls and sixth grade boys... and it was a hit... i;m gonna have to formulate a small jazz combo to pull off the instrumental feel and I;llprobably pull out my trumpet as well and let the kids expierience jazz improvisation as I along with the combo solo..
my vision for my students with this song is to sound as much like THE RECORDING AS POSSIBLE TIN ORDER TO PAY HOMAGE and respect to Doug Carn's artistic Genius..also shouts out to #jameshodge as it was at redbeans and rice record store where I first heard this album... im no longer a teachers aide... IM A TEACHER OF RECORD IN P.A.I.S.D. MUSIC EDUCATION CHOIR DIRECTOR.