There are several artists using this name, chronologically:
1) A British… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists using this name, chronologically:
1) A British rock band (1967 - 1973)
2) A disco group signed to New York Salsoul Records (1970's-1980's)
3) A Spanish indie pop band (1991 - 1993)

1) Family was British rock band from Leicester, England, active between 1967-1973. Their music has been described as a masterful blend of Blues-Rock, Prog-Rock, Art Rock and Psychedelia.

Family's debut single "Scene Through The Eye Of A Lens/Gypsy Woman" was released by Liberty in the autumn of 1967. While the single received praise from critics, it received very little airplay, due to its rather complex, uncommercial nature. Family's debut album, Music in a Doll's House, was released in July 1968 and it was produced by Traffic's Dave Mason and Jimmy Miller on a 4-track machine at Olympic Studios, London. The band's line-up: Roger Chapman (vocals/harmonica/tenor saxophone), Charlie Whitney (guitars/vocals), Rick Grech (bass/violin/cello/vocals), Rob Townsend (drums/percussion), and Jim King saxophone/flute/harmonica/vocals). Bandleader Tubby Hayes and his brass section played on "Old Songs New Songs". An extraordinarily ambitious album, 'Music In A Doll's House' marked an audacious beginning of what was a rather mixed career for Family. Many of the sounds conjured up in the studio had never been heard before - more incredible given that the album was created on a 4-track. The band's ability clearly transcended the available technology. Chapman's unusual vibrating delivery did not appeal to everyone, but it's a remarkable voice all the same. The musicianship and the unusual arrangements on this album found favour with fans who regarded it as a rather surreal musical feast. Music In A Doll's House is a truly innovative album and years ahead of it's time. The album charted respectably in the UK (reaching No. 35 in the UK album charts) and received considerable airplay from well-known British radio personality John Peel. It did not chart in the US. Interestingly, Mike Batt got his first big break in record production on this album by arranging "Mellowing Grey".

Family's 1969 follow-up, Family Entertainment, toned down the psychedelics of their previous offering, and featured their first UK hit "The Weaver's Answer." For the 1970 release A Song For Me, they developed a more aggressive sound, gaining them a larger European following. That year they played at several major rock festivals including the Isle Of Wight music festival and Holland's Kralingen Festival. Both of which were included in the documentary films Message To Love and Stomping Ground. The next release, Anyway, featured a side of a live performance of new material at Fairfield Hall in Croydon, England, as well as a side of new studio recordings.
The bar was raised in 1971 with Fearless, but the band's biggest success was yet to come, in 1972's Bandstand, featuring hits "Burlesque" and "My Friend the Sun". This was followed by the underrated but enjoyable It's Only a Movie, where the band's sound was augmented by Tony Ashton of Ashton Gardner and Dyke on piano.
Family disbanded in 1973 and former members went on to play in the bands King Crimson, the Streetwalkers and Stud.

2) Family were a disco group who formed in the 1970's and released the single 'Music (Listen To The Music)', on the Salsoul label which was later re-released on the Suss'd 2007 compilation 'Deep Disco Culture Vol. 2'.

3) Family was a Spanish indie band active 1991-1993 formed by Javier Aramburu and Iñaki Gametxogoikoetxea. They released just one album in 1993 titled Un soplo en el corazón," a tribute to the film by Louis Malle. In 2003 Spanish magazine Rockdelux released an album with the same songs played by other Spanish bands to celebrate 10 years from probably one of the best Spanish albums of 90's.

Second Generation Woman
Family Lyrics

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Smokes like a man getting higher than I can
She knows how
Ahead of her time but she don't give a damn
Why should she
She looks good to handle from a personal angle
Second generation woman
Last thing you gotta do is force her into lovin' you
No need to

Knows then her time is right
Comes to you without a fight
She wants to
She looks good to handle from a personal angle

Second generation woman

She's a woman that won't let you down
Just as long as she's around
You don't have to worry
She feeds you, loves you, lets you know she digs you
She's in a hurry
She looks good to handle from a personal angle
Second generation woman

Second generation woman

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Family's song "Second Generation Woman" depict a woman who is confident and independent. The singer describes how she smokes like a man and gets higher than he can, indicating that she is not afraid to break gender norms and take risks. She is ahead of her time and doesn't care about societal expectations or norms. The singer acknowledges her strength and beauty, stating that she looks good to handle from a personal angle.

The woman in the song knows when the time is right to pursue what she wants and doesn't need to be coerced or forced into anything, including love. She approaches relationships without a fight and makes it clear when she wants something. The singer acknowledges that she won't let him down and is dependable as long as she is around. The woman feeds him, loves him, and shows him that she cares, all while being in a hurry.

Line by Line Meaning

Smokes like a man getting higher than I can
She smokes confidently and without inhibition, exceeding expectations and breaking gender roles.

She knows how
She's knowledgeable and skilled, and doesn't need validation from anyone else.

Ahead of her time but she don't give a damn
She's progressive and forward-thinking, but doesn't let societal expectations or criticism affect her confidence or choices.

Why should she
She has no reason to justify her actions or beliefs to anyone else.

She looks good to handle from a personal angle
She appears easy to connect with emotionally, and is appealing on a personal level.

Second generation woman
She is the daughter of immigrants, and embodies the characteristics of the second generation.

Last thing you gotta do is force her into lovin' you
She doesn't respond well to pressure or manipulation, and won't fall in love simply because someone wants her to.

No need to
There is no reason to try and force a connection with her.

Knows then her time is right
She trusts herself to make good decisions and knows when the timing is perfect for her.

Comes to you without a fight
She won't argue or resist if she feels a genuine connection with someone.

She wants to
She is open to loving and being loved.

She's a woman that won't let you down
She is reliable and trustworthy, and can be counted on.

Just as long as she's around
As long as she's present, she will be a constant source of support and love.

You don't have to worry
There's no need to stress or doubt her loyalty or intentions.

She feeds you, loves you, lets you know she digs you
She provides emotional sustenance, expressing her love and affection clearly and openly.

She's in a hurry
She doesn't waste time or play games when it comes to love.

Second generation woman
She embodies the values and experiences of a group of people who have overcome obstacles to succeed in a new country.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: RIK GRECH

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