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.
Take You There
G. Love & Special Sauce Lyrics
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Where people want to go
When they wanna get out of the city
If you want to go
We can get you there in a hurry
People walkin' round enjoying the sumemr day
No working no feel the warmth of the sunshine's rays
Little children playin' down by the riverside
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah
We can take you there
We can take you there
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah
We can take you there
We can take you there
There's a place that I know
Where the people want to go
When they wanna get out of the city
If you want to go
I'll get you there in a hurry
People walking round and round and round
My boss called me
Today to work
You know what I dold him right
No working now, no working now, no working now
People walking round enjoying the sunshine rays
Little children playin' down by the riverside
Underneath the bridge with the girl that you like
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah
G. Love & Special Sauce's song "Take You There" is an upbeat and energetic tune that invites listeners to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and head to a nearby oasis. The lyrics describe a place where people can take a break from their busy lives and enjoy the simple pleasures of walking around, feeling the warmth of the sun, and playing with friends by the riverside. The repetition of "Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah" throughout the song adds to the overall joyous and carefree tone.
The song's message is one of relaxation, enjoyment, and taking time for oneself in the midst of a busy life. The image of children playing by the river and spending time with the girl that you like conveys a sense of innocence and simplicity. The opening lines of the song, "There's a place that I know / Where people want to go / When they wanna get out of the city" create a sense of anticipation and longing for a change of scenery. Overall, the song can be interpreted as a call to slow down and enjoy life's simple pleasures in the midst of a hectic world.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a place that I know
G. Love knows of a specific location
Where people want to go
This place is desired by people
When they wanna get out of the city
People visit this place to escape city living
If you want to go
G. Love offers to take someone there
We can get you there in a hurry
G. Love can get someone to this place quickly
People walkin' round enjoying the summer day
In this place, people wander around enjoying the weather
No working no feel the warmth of the sunshine's rays
There's no need to work in this place, and the sun's rays can be fully enjoyed
Little children playin' down by the riverside
Children frolic by the river
Underneath the bridge with the girl that you like
Someone can enjoy the company of a special someone beneath a bridge at this place
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah
A catchy and upbeat refrain
We can take you there
Reiteration that G. Love is willing to take someone to this place
My boss called me
G. Love's boss contacts him
Today to work
G. Love's boss wants him to work today
You know what I dold him right
G. Love tells his boss that he won't work
No working now, no working now, no working now
G. Love expresses his desire to not work, multiple times
People walking round enjoying the sunshine rays
Reiteration that people enjoy the sunny weather in this place
Little children playin' down by the riverside
Reiteration that children play by the river
Underneath the bridge with the girl that you like
Reiteration that someone can be with a special someone under a bridge at this place
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, yeah
Reiteration of the catchy refrain
We can take you there
Final repetition that G. Love is willing to take someone to this special place
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LUCA CIAMPI, JAMIE JONES, MARK RALPH, ALI LOVE, LEE FOSS
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