For the 2004 album No Roots, Faithless were joined by rapper/vocalist LSK.
Rollo's studio relationship is quite unique as he has synesthesia [a clinical condition where sounds have colour] . He also acted as producer for the second half of his sister Dido's debut album, No Angel.
Dido has been a guest singer on a number of Faithless tracks, including "Flowerstand Man" from the 1995 debut album Reverence, "Hem of his Garment" from Sunday 8PM, "One Step Too Far" from Outrospective and "No Roots" from the album of the same name.
Faithless have now released 5 studio albums, with a remix album for the first three (Reverence, Sunday 8pm and Outrospective) and an instrumental for the last (No Roots), plus a Greatest Hits collection (Forever Faithless) and 2 DVDS, one of which showcased their universally acclaimed live performances. Their most mature album and arguably their best is the latest album 'To All New Arrivals' released on 27th November 2006, the album name being inspired by the recent birth of two babies to Rollo and Sister Bliss.
Part of one of their tracks featured on the 'Greatest Hits' album (Taruntula) was remixed by the BBC and used as the theme for their World Cup coverage in 2002.
It was reported that Faithless were to split up after their 2005 tour, which was due to end on 30 April 2005. Speculation started after Rollo wrote "We set out thinking it would be our last album, feeling maybe we have had our time in the sun". Fortunately, this was not meant to be. A fresh clutch of tour dates prolonged the tour until December 2005.
In 2006 the band made several summer festival appearances, including the V Festival in England.
In August of 2006, Faithless released a 3 CD compilation for the Renaissance series titled, "Renaissance 3D". The first CD contains a mix of then current club hits, the second CD is a collection of Faithless remixes and productions, and the third CD is a laid back chill out CD.
On the 27th of November 2006, Faithless released its fifth studio album titled "To All New Arrivals". Previews of the tracks were made available via the Faithless website in early October.
Their 'Music Matters' tour in the UK started in early 2007.
In May 2010, Faithless released "The Dance", their best selling album to date in Europe. The album has been followed a few months later by an upgrade, including a remix bonus CD, "The Dance Never Ends".
On March 16th 2011, Maxi Jazz announced on his website that Faithless would cease to be, commenting "But, like when writing a song, you always just ‘know’ when it’s finished… this is and was the “Thank YOU And Goodbye’ tour".
Wood Beez
Faithless Lyrics
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To get to be together
There's nothing I wouldn't be
My heart depends on me
There's nothing I wouldn't do
Including doing nothing
There's nothing I wouldn't do
For you to be with me now sugar
Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin
Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin
Nothing, oh nothing
Because baby, baooo
I'm a would be
W. O. O. D.
I'm a would be would be
B. E. E. Z.
There's nothing I wouldn't do
To make you want for nothing
There's nothing I wouldn't do
My heart belongs to you
There's nothing we shouldn't do
To get to be so happy
There's nothing we shouldn't do
Oh, let's forget taboo now sugar
Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin
Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin
Nothing, oh nothing
Because baby, baooo
I'm a would be
W. O. O. D.
I'm a would be would be
B. E. E. Z.
Each time I love you
You know what I need to do
And each time I need you
Oh, baby you know, you know, know, kn-know
(I)
(Ooh! )
(Ooh! )
Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin
Nothing, oh nothing
Because baby, baooo
I'm a would be
I'm a would be
W. O. O. D.
I'm a would be would be
B. E. E. Z.
There's nothing I wouldn't take
Oh, even intravenous
There's nothing I wouldn't take
To get to be approved
There's nothing I wouldn't be
Oh that's the gift of schizo
There's nothing that's new to me
I've seen it all before now sugar
Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin
Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin
Nothing, oh nothing
Because baby, baooo
I'm a would be
W. O. O. D.
I'm a would be would be
B. E. E. Z.
The lyrics of Faithless's song Wood Beez work like an ode to love, stating that there's nothing the singer wouldn't do to be with the person they love. It speaks of a love so intense that the singer is willing to do anything to ensure that their significant other is happy, even if it means not doing anything at all. The lyrics are peppered with references to Aretha Franklin, alluding to the fact that the singer prays every night like her. The chorus of the song reinforces the sentiment that the singer is indeed a "would-be", with the letters of the phrase spelling out "Wood Beez" and "Bees" in reference to the bees being attracted to the sweetness and light of love.
Through the lyrics, the singer encourages letting go of societal norms and obligations in favor of enjoying the happiness and joy that comes with shared love. The strong emotional attachment the singer feels towards the person they love is demonstrated through the use of words like "heart depends on me," "my heart belongs to you," and "nothing I wouldn't take" to convey the intensity of their emotions.
The song's overall message is one of love, devotion, and a determination to do whatever it takes to be with the person who makes life worth living.
Line by Line Meaning
There's nothing I wouldn't be
To get to be together
I'm willing to be anything to be with you
My heart depends on me
There's nothing I wouldn't do
My love for you is so strong that I'll do anything for you
Including doing nothing
For you to be with me now sugar
Even doing nothing, I want you to be with me
Each time I go to bed I pray like Aretha Franklin
I pray every night for us to be together
Nothing, oh nothing
Because baby, baooo
I'm a would be
W. O. O. D.
I'm a would be would be
B. E. E. Z.
My prayers are just a way of expressing that I want to be with you and that I'm a 'would be' anything to make that happen
My heart belongs to you
There's nothing we shouldn't do
To get to be so happy
There's nothing we shouldn't do
I want us to do whatever it takes to be happy together
Oh, let's forget taboo now sugar
Let's not worry about what people think and just be together
There's nothing I wouldn't take
To get to be approved
I'm willing to do anything to win your approval and love
There's nothing I wouldn't be
Oh that's the gift of schizo
There's nothing that's new to me
I've seen it all before now sugar
I've experienced a lot in my life and am willing to be whatever it takes to be with you
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Green Gartside
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Scott Neison
This is an amazingly gorgeous song! There aren't really words. And yes, this is THE version.... PERIOD!
SacredandBound
Thanks for uploading. To my shame I have never heard the 12" version before. The development of the structure of the song is fascinating as it almost becomes another song in its own right. Green is particularly good at this, and it makes you just want more.
Nick King
Always loved this song, should have been a classic of its time.
brianartillery
Possibly my fabourite Scritti Politti track - either that or 'Lions After Slumber. Whatever, it's better music, production, and packaging than a great many other, 'bigger' bands, on huge labels were managing to do at the time. Rough Trade Records, I love you.
robinbrum
Thank you for doing what I cannot be bothered to do...such a great song from such an under rated band.
Matthew Unfortunate
This so bloody good. I saw Scritti open for Red Krayola in Birmingham after Skank Bloc came out. They were terrific. Green is one of the great British songwriters.
L L
Thank you for uploading. What a song!! Deserves much more attention amongst all Scritti gems...
norrie christie
Wow, a long time since I owned this single! Gordon Bennet it's good. Thanks for posting.
Steve Griffin
Oh yes, astonishing album. There's a standalone 4 storey house at the end of my block which was Rough Trade HQ at the time. It is now the Tajikistan embassy
Philip Robins
Awesome song from an awesome band. Back in 70’s I went to school with Green, although he wasn’t called Green then!!