The group released their self-titled first album in 1994 on Okeh/Epic, a subsidiary of Sony Music. On the strength of the single "Cold Beverage", in part due to MTV rotation, the album nearly went gold. After which, trying to capitalize on the success of the album, the group toured heavily, eventually landing a spot on the H.O.R.D.E. tour.
In 1995 they released their follow up album Coast to Coast Motel. Though it did not sell as well as the first album, it is generally considered among critics as the stronger of the two albums.
On tour following the release of the second album the group nearly broke up, due to bickering about finances. Deciding on a hiatus the three members went their separate ways, working on various side projects.
By October 1997 the group had reconciled their differences and released their third album, Yeah, It's That Easy, which along with their own work, showcased their collaboration with several other bands and musicians, including All Fellas Band, Philly Cartel, King's Court, and Dr. John. This soul-influenced album was more similar to their debut album than their previous release.
Soon after G. Love & Special Sauce set out on another world tour, returning to Philadelphia in 1999 for the release of their fourth album, Philadelphonic. Philadelphonic was followed up with Electric Mile in 2001, an album that shows the wide-ranging influences of the group, incorporating hip-hop, funk, psychedlia, blues, and soul in equal and ambitious measure. Ever the road band, the release of "Electric Mile" was followed by extensive touring.
By 2004 and The Hustle, G. Love (with the help of his bandmates and others) went solo and had eased up a little on the kitchen sink approach, offering instead a cohesive, dry groove reminiscent of his earliest efforts. Hustle was also the first G. Love release under Jack Johnson's Brushfire Records banner; the two had been pals at least since Philadelphonic, which Johnson had been a guest on.
Special Sauce did a series of shows in 2004 with Jack Johnson and fellow Brushfire artist Donavon Frankenreiter, and the trio also found time to issue a brief live EP, titled Some Live Songs.
In the summer 2005, the band was featured (along with the less well known Philly local Chuck Treece of 80's skate-rock band McRad) in an advertisement for the launch of Coca-Cola Zero, featuring the groups own unique version of the noted Coca-Cola advertising song I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing.
G. Love's 2nd electrical solo release Lemonade also included Special Sauce on some tracks. Jack Johnson, Tristan Prettyman, Ben Harper, Jasper, and Blackalicious also contrbuted.
G. Love still continues to tour with the Special Sauce in the meantime.
Bring It On
G. Love & Special Sauce Lyrics
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Tell me where he failed
I know what it is
He don't listen to the details
clways a return
Now ya heart is on Resell
You cint gotta tell me much
Girl I read well
Know them scars heal ugly
But they bleed well
Here you go back again
Giving me hell
But I know
You need to calm down
cnd take a load off ya shoulders
Know he ran you dry
But don't worry girl that's over
Ill bring you round and bring you up
Like I'm pose to
Cuz I can bring you back , back , back , back, back
Yeah,
I can bring you back , back , back , back, back
Mmmmm
I can bring you
Back Like you never left
Back , Now we taking steps
Forward
Stop finding all these reasons why we can't progress
I got things on my mind
I can't take the stress
But I know you need to
cnd I know I wanna
cnd somehow we Gonna
Yeah
Bring it all together now
We can work together now
Wonder where you'll be when its all said and done
I got high hopes, Cuz you not like them
You don't talk like them
Walk like them
Hear me when I say
You aint at all like them
I need you after long days
Wondering how did we part ways
Reach but there's no call back from you
In return I hear Echoing Hallways
Can we now bring it back
Bring it back now
Talking boundaries , tell me what is that bout
Ring Tone alerts still playing in the background
cnd I still remember that sound
cnd I still remember that Sound
Yeah
Ring Ring Ring
Come on Girl Bring it back now
Back
The lyrics to "Bring It On" by G. Love & Special Sauce convey a message of perseverance and the desire to reconcile a troubled relationship. The song begins with the singer reflecting on the failures of someone else, noting that they don't pay attention to the details. The singer acknowledges that they understand the scars from past experiences may be painful, but they also heal. Despite the challenges and difficulties faced in the relationship, the singer is willing to bring their partner back and help them overcome their struggles. They encourage their partner to calm down and let go of their burdens, assuring them that the person who caused them pain is no longer a concern. The song expresses a longing to be reunited and move forward together, while acknowledging the obstacles that stand in the way.
Line by Line Meaning
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I want to communicate with you through personal, intimate conversations.
Tell me where he failed
Explain to me the ways in which he let you down or disappointed you.
I know what it is
I understand the underlying issue or problem.
He don't listen to the details
He lacks the ability to pay attention to and comprehend the specifics or nuances of a situation.
Always a return
There is always a negative consequence or outcome.
Now ya heart is on Resell
Your emotions and feelings have been disregarded or undervalued by someone else.
You cint gotta tell me much
You don't need to explain yourself extensively or tell me a lot.
Girl I read well
I am perceptive and understand situations and emotions accurately.
Know them scars heal ugly
I am aware that emotional wounds can heal in a way that is not always visually pleasing or pleasant.
But they bleed well
However, these wounds still cause emotional pain and distress.
Here you go back again
You are repeating familiar patterns and behavior.
Giving me hell
Causing me emotional turmoil or difficulty.
But I know
Nevertheless, I am aware.
You need to calm down
You should try to relax and find inner peace.
And take a load off ya shoulders
Release the burdens and responsibilities weighing you down.
Know he ran you dry
I know that he emotionally exhausted or depleted you.
But don't worry girl that's over
However, there is no need to be concerned because that phase is now finished.
I'll bring you round and bring you up
I will help you recover and bring back your positive energy and outlook on life.
Like I'm pose to
As I am destined or meant to.
Cuz I can bring you back, back, back, back, back
Because I have the ability to restore you to a previous state of happiness or contentment.
I can bring you back, back, back, back, back
I can bring you back repeatedly and consistently.
I can bring you
I have the power or influence to restore you.
Back like you never left
I can bring you back as if you never went away or experienced any absence.
Back, now we taking steps forward
We are progressing and moving forward in our relationship.
Stop finding all these reasons why we can't progress
Cease looking for excuses or obstacles preventing us from moving forward.
I got things on my mind, I can't take the stress
I have important thoughts and concerns that occupy my mind, making it difficult for me to handle additional stress.
But I know you need to
However, I understand that you have a need to.
And I know I wanna
And I am aware that I desire to.
And somehow we gonna
In some way or another, we will find a solution or make it work.
Bring it all together now
Let's unify and consolidate our efforts now.
We can work together now
We have the ability to collaborate and cooperate effectively now.
Wonder where you'll be when it's all said and done
I am curious and uncertain about where you will end up in the future when everything is finalized.
I got high hopes, 'cause you not like them
I am optimistic and confident because you are different from others.
You don't talk like them
You don't express yourself in the same manner as others.
Walk like them
You don't conduct yourself in the same way as others.
Hear me when I say, you ain't at all like them
Pay attention to me when I emphasize that you are completely different from others.
I need you after long days
I rely on you for emotional support and comfort after tiring or challenging days.
Wondering how did we part ways
Contemplating how we ended up separating from each other.
Reach but there's no call back from you
I try to contact you, but you don't respond or return my calls.
In return, I hear Echoing Hallways
In response, all I hear is empty echoes and silence.
Can we now bring it back, bring it back now
Is it possible for us to reestablish our connection and relationship?
Talking boundaries, tell me what is that bout
Discussing limits or restrictions, explain to me what that is all about.
Ring Tone alerts still playing in the background
The sounds of incoming calls or messages continue to be heard in the background.
And I still remember that sound
I still vividly recall or recognize that particular sound.
Ring Ring Ring, come on Girl bring it back now
Phone calls keep coming, urging you to restore our relationship, come on, let's bring it back now.
Back
Returning to a previous state or condition.
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Writer PMG
I love these guys!!!! Well not just because they're my nephews, but because they are very talented and their harmonic connection is incredible!
Thomas Griffioen
Just love the vibe and the voices!
SpracHKontrast SK
damn you guys are realy realy good. love that sound
StepchyldeThaPhoenix
I would have to agree with you there.. I can't wait to hear the new music coming soon from G Love and Brodeeva aka Coffe Shop Kings!!
Richard Sidler
Its not just the sound, it the image, the light the performance, the space around them. These videos are serious art. G Love is a machine - super human, born to be a video maker. Peace.
StepchyldeThaPhoenix
Gotta love it such a unique sounds that you don't usually hear these days!!
bloobeee
These guys are amazing...I come back to this vid time and time again.
Bifyo
you guys are just amazing
eladbari
the best performance yet out of the series of your videos together...!! AWESOMENESS :]
L DeMorato
I LOVE you guys!!! Do you have a CD available?