Fifteen released their first record in 1991 on Lookout records. It was singer/guitarist Jeff Ott's vision to create music that didn't just rock, but had something important to say as well. After four records on Lookout, two on Grass Records, three on Sub City Records, and three more on indefinite self-published labels, Fifteen were viewed as the leaders in the political-punk music scene. They tackle such burning issues as homelessness, drug abuse, needle exchange, environmental destruction and the government's use of counterintelligence measures to violate activist's civil rights. Fifteen first broke up in 1996 after the self-released "extra medium kickball star."
They reformed in 1998 and released Hush and Survivor then disbanded 2000 with Jeff Ott stating that the anti-commercial DIY ethics of punk rock made it too expensive for him to have a band while raising a family.
The band had a total of fifteen members during its existence: Jeff Ott, Jack Curran, Mikey Mischief, Mark Moreno, Jean Repetto, Lucky Dog, Chris Flanagan, John Ogle, Jessie Wickman, Joe Cable, John Quintos, Scott Pierce, Jim Prior, Lisa D. and Vanessa Bain.
Rainbow Connection
Fifteen Lyrics
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Songs about rainbows
And whats on the other side
Rainbows are visions
They're only illusions
And rainbows have nothing to hide
So we've been told and some chose to
Believe it
Someday well find it
The rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers and me
Who said that every wish
Would be heard and answered
When wished on the morning star
Somebody thought of that
And someone believed it
And look what its done so far
Whats so amazing
That keeps us star gazing
What so we think we might see
Someday well find it
That rainbow connection
The lovers the dreamers and me
All of us under its spell
We know that its probably magic
Have you been half asleep
And have you heard voices
Ive heard them calling my name
Are these the sweet sounds that called
The young sailors
I think they're one and the same
Ive heard it too many times to ignore it
There's something that I'm supposed to be
Someday well find it
The rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers and me
The song "Rainbow Connection" by Fifteen is a sweet and thoughtful look at our world and the meaning that we try to ascribe to everyday things. It starts off with the singer asking why there are so many songs about rainbows, but then goes on to explain that they are just illusions and have nothing to hide. However, despite what we've been told or choose to believe, the singer knows that there is more to this world than what we can see, and that someday we will find what we're looking for. The lyrics then turn to the idea that wishes can come true if we believe in them, and that there is something amazing about looking up at the stars and dreaming of what might be out there.
The chorus repeats the idea that someday we will find the "rainbow connection", a phrase that has become associated with the idea of finding something meaningful in our lives. The song goes on to describe how we are all under its spell and that we know that there is something magical about this world that we can't quite see or touch. The final verse speaks to the idea that we all have a purpose or mission in life, and that we need to search for it in order to find true happiness. The song is a beautiful tribute to the power of hope and imagination, and its gentle melody and thoughtful lyrics have made it a beloved classic.
Line by Line Meaning
Why are there so many
Fifteen wonders why there are so many songs about rainbows.
Songs about rainbows
Fifteen is referring to the abundance of songs related to rainbows.
And whats on the other side
Fifteen is wondering what could be on the other side of a rainbow.
Rainbows are visions
Fifteen considers rainbows to be visions.
They're only illusions
Fifteen believes that rainbows are just illusions.
And rainbows have nothing to hide
Fifteen thinks that rainbows have no hidden meaning.
So we've been told and some chose to
Fifteen acknowledges that some believe rainbows to be just illusions.
Believe it
Fifteen is referring to the fact that some people choose to believe that rainbows are only illusions.
But I know they're wrong wait and see
Fifteen disagrees and believes that rainbows are real and meaningful.
Someday well find it
Fifteen believes that one day we will discover the 'Rainbow Connection'.
The rainbow connection
Fifteen is referring to the 'Rainbow Connection', an elusive and magical concept.
The lovers, the dreamers and me
Fifteen believes that this magical connection will be found by those who love and dream.
Who said that every wish
Fifteen is questioning who said that every wish will be granted.
Would be heard and answered
Fifteen is wondering if every wish would be heard and answered.
When wished on the morning star
Fifteen is referring to the belief that wishes made on the morning star will be granted.
Somebody thought of that
Fifteen acknowledges that someone came up with the idea of wishing upon a star.
And someone believed it
Fifteen recognizes that the belief is held by some people.
And look what its done so far
Fifteen is referencing that the belief has achieved a lot so far.
Whats so amazing
Fifteen wonders what could be so amazing that people continue to believe in the power of wishing.
That keeps us star gazing
Fifteen is referring to the fact that people continue to gaze at stars with hope and wonder.
What so we think we might see
Fifteen questions what people expect to see when they gaze at the stars.
All of us under its spell
Fifteen acknowledges that everyone is enchanted by the mystery of the stars.
We know that its probably magic
Fifteen believes that the magic of the stars is what keeps people gazing and dreaming.
Have you been half asleep
Fifteen is asking if the listener has ever been half asleep and heard things.
And have you heard voices
Fifteen is wondering if the listener has ever heard voices while half asleep.
Ive heard them calling my name
Fifteen is admitting that they have heard voices calling their name.
Are these the sweet sounds that called
Fifteen is wondering if the voices are the sweet sounds that have called upon the young sailors.
The young sailors
Fifteen is referencing to a group of people called the young sailors.
I think they're one and the same
Fifteen believes that the voices they hear are the same sweet sounds the young sailors have heard.
Ive heard it too many times to ignore it
Fifteen has heard the voices several times and cannot ignore it.
There's something that I'm supposed to be
Fifteen has come to believe that the voices are trying to tell them something important they are meant to be.
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