1) 'Equals' are James Low… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists named 'Equals',
1) 'Equals' are James Low and Ade Omotayo, based in London. Ade lent his vocals in the past to Amy Winehouse, Mark Ronson, Basement Jaxx, Kindness and Quincy Jones, to name a few. James took a different route, arriving at electronic music through collaborations with Ruckspin - the Leeds based producer for Submotion Orchestra, as well as being part of Author on legendary dubstep label Tectonic.
Their debut EP Single Soul was released on UK label Senseless Records in Spring 2014. It also includes Pyre, Trap and the Pyre (Xxxy Remix). Their follow-up single, Black On Gold was released in February 2015.
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2) 'Equals' are an instrumental, post-rock band from San Marcos, Austin, and Houston, Texas. The members of Equals - bassist Alex Guzman; drummer Matt Toman; keyboardist Logan Wexler; and guitarists Simon McDonald and Dylan Storey - met in high school and college and began playing in several different projects.
After a year of writing and gigging around Central Texas, they were able to hone their sound and write a collection of songs that would become their self-titled debut EP. The album was recorded by the band themselves in various homes and studios with Alex Bhore (This Will Destroy You) mixing and acclaimed mastering engineer Alan Douches (Animal Collective, Sufjan Stevens) at the helm. Their 5 song, self-titled EP is available for free at http://equals.bandcamp.com/
Black Skin Blue Eyed Boys
Equals Lyrics
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What's black ain't clover
Together we'll be
When the war is over.
You see the Black Skin Blue Eyed Boys
They ain't gonna fight no wars
now.
Cool is school
But the teachers beat yer
When they see
That they can't reach yer.
You see the Black Skin Blue Eyed Boys
They ain't gonna fight no wars
Oh
now.
They ain't got no country
They ain't got no creed
People won't be black or white
The world will be half-breed.
The world will be half-breed.
The world will be half-breed.
You see the Black Skin Blue Eyed Boys
they ain't gonna fight no doggone wars.
They ain't got no country...
It's a brand new day
With brand new people
In one big world
We're just one people.
You see the Black Skin Blue Eyed Boys
They ain't gonna fight no wars. Oh
now.
Baby
you know that we hate fighting.
The song Black Skin Blue Eyed Boys by Equals speaks about the universal dream of a world united where race and color do not divide people. The lyrics start by pointing out that people are grouped into two categories – white and black. But the fact is that what's black is not clover, signifying that black people are not seen at par with the whites. The band then talks about how in their ideal world, no one will have to fight wars, and everyone will be united, as seen in the lines “Together we'll be when the war is over.” The band further goes on to state that black skin blue-eyed boys won't fight wars, and the phrase “cool is school, but the teachers beat ya” suggests that black people face discrimination.
The chorus is devoted to the image of black skin blue-eyed boys, who symbolize unity and peace, refusing to fight the wars of the world. The song goes on to describe how these boys do not have any country or creed and how in the future, people might not be considered black or white, but instead, the world will be half-breed, indicating that it will be a blend of multiple races. The song concludes on an optimistic note, highlighting that it is a brand new day with brand new people, and the world is one big place, so everyone should unite and not fight.
Line by Line Meaning
People: white is white
People always classify race according to what they see on the surface, without much regard for what's underneath.
What's black ain't clover
Black people are not fortunate to have the same privileges and treatment as white people despite being similar in many ways.
Together we'll be
When the war is over.
After the war ends, it is necessary for people of all races to unite and live together.
You see the Black Skin Blue Eyed Boys
They ain't gonna fight no wars
Oh
now.
Black people have no interest in fighting wars as they have suffered enough oppression and violence already.
Cool is school
But the teachers beat yer
When they see
That they can't reach yer.
The education system often punishes students who don't conform to the traditional standards, especially those who are not white.
They ain't got no country
They ain't got no creed
People won't be black or white
The world will be half-breed.
A world without racial discrimination will not divide people based on their skin color or birthplace; instead, it will celebrate diversity and unity.
The world will be half-breed.
The world will be half-breed.
The world will be half-breed.
The repetition emphasizes the vision that the world will be a melting pot of different cultures, races, and traditions.
You see the Black Skin Blue Eyed Boys
they ain't gonna fight no doggone wars.
They ain't got no country...
The song reaffirms the statement that black people do not have an interest or intention to participate in any type of war or violence, especially ones that are not their own.
It's a brand-new day
With brand new people
In one big world
We're just one people.
A new era has dawned where people embrace inclusiveness and unity across different countries, races, and religions.
You see the Black Skin Blue Eyed Boys
They ain't gonna fight no wars. Oh
now.
Baby
you know that we hate fighting.
The song concludes by emphasizing the fact that peace and love are essential for human coexistence and that there is no place for war, hatred, or discrimination in society.
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Darren Allen
I'm gonna play this right out loud now! Because it should be shown we know we love our music and our unity from our past proves our future! We ain't gonna fight no wars! God bless
Lloyd Morris
I will NEVER forget this song...They played it while I was at my Prom at I.S. 131...Those very fond memories..Peace and Love!
cas3003
That's funk! That's music! That's memories! That's classic!
Cockney Red
and thats that!
philip norris
Too right.
Dj Randy B The Classics Master
1972 Classic 45rpm
Ann Mcevoy
That's a fact!
Cathy Hagen
A truly great song that will be remembered 100 years from now
Gerardo P
The Equals sonando como James Brown en Sex Machine,un grupo a reivindicar!
Allen Blasco
Si