With the band Alon had recorded 3 albums (their debut is still officially unreleased). Their second album, "inner world" (2001) was hailed as "The best non-Hebrew Israeli rock album since ("the Churchills" legendary psych LP from) 1968". The Band toured extensively all over California for sixteen months & played mostly in & around the bay area. "Pain to give"- their 3rd album was released in 2004 on the "Blue Sun Music" Label to rave reviews. It contained dark memorable moments such as "Doorway To Simplicity" (with a great & gloomy Tom Verlaine's "Feel") alongside long excursions as "Bound To Go Crazy".
In 2006 Geva Alon released his debut solo album "Days Of Hunger". This was a surprising acoustic-based effort, with country-rock & acid-folk edge that met with a tremendous success in Israel. Alon's live performances, usually in small Tell Aviv clubs, drew more & more people in the last 3 years, and he is regarded as a great performer with a "take-no-prisoners" attitude & a tendency for long surprising guitar workouts. "The Wall Of Sound", Geva's latest solo album was a much more rock-oriented journey. A well crafted combination between The Flying Baby's electric power, a dose of pop sensibilities and the acoustic "feel" of his debut. The album sold a couple of thousand copies 3 weeks after its release & the single "Modern Love", an emotional acoustic take on Bowie (the only cover on an all-original album) became an instant hit in Israel. Now he is back at the NY scene with 2 Guitars, 10 fingers (thank God!) and some amazing songs for a series of rare live shows far from the holy-land. Don't miss the guy! He's a good one!
Uri Bash
Days Of Hunger
Geva Alon Lyrics
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won't you buy them for me?
In my comfort I'm too easy and please
and those strangers, can burst in sigh through the breeze
Days of hunger,
won't you let 'em be free?
'cus we need them
In my heart now
is where I want you to be
Fallen leaves have left the trees
And it's naked for all to see
how I wish that I could be...
oh don't worry
don't you worry for me
one bright morning
so together we'll be,
as my hunger sends my boat to the sea.
Fallen leaves have left the trees
And it's naked for all to see
how I wish that I could be...
Fallen leaves have left the trees
And it's naked for all to see
how I wish that I could be...
Days of hunger,
won't you buy them for me?
In Geva Alon's song "Days of Hunger," the artist reflects on his privilege and comfort, acknowledging the harsh realities and struggles of the world around him. The song begins with the plea "Days of hunger, won't you buy them for me?" which can be interpreted as a call for empathy and awareness of the suffering of those less fortunate. The lyrics continue with a recognition that the singer is insulated from this suffering by his own ease and comfort. However, he understands that these struggles are not far away, as "those strangers can burst in sigh through the breeze."
The second verse expresses a desire for these voices to be heard, recognizing that they play an important role in preserving memories and recounting stories that might otherwise be forgotten. The repetition of "fallen leaves have left the trees" throughout the song emphasizes the cyclical nature of life and death, with new growth and renewal emerging after loss and decay. The chorus once again pleads for the listener to acknowledge and address the hunger and hardship present in the world, recognizing that even though it may not directly affect them, it is still a vital part of the human experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Days of hunger,
The time of scarcity,
won't you buy them for me?
Can you bear witness to the suffering of those who starve?
In my comfort I'm too easy and please
I'm too comfortable and complacent with my life.
and those strangers, can burst in sigh through the breeze
The starving people's suffering can be felt from faraway places.
Won't you let 'em be free?
Can we help those who suffer be free from their hunger and pain?
'cus we need them to sing a sad memory
We must never forget the plight of those who suffer from hunger.
In my heart now is where I want you to be
I want you to understand my compassion for those who suffer
Fallen leaves have left the trees
Autumn has come and the leaves have all fallen.
And it's naked for all to see
The barrenness of the trees is visible for all to see, symbolizing the tragedy of hunger.
how I wish that I could be...
The singer wishes he could help those who are suffering.
oh, don't worry
There is no need to worry.
don't you worry for me
The singer is not worried about himself, but instead focused on helping others.
one bright morning
In the future,
so together we'll be
We will stand united in our goal to end hunger
as my hunger sends my boat to the sea.
The singer's hunger compels him to take action towards ending hunger.
Contributed by Katherine H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
eladfrn
One of the must beautifull songs ever!!
אביתר איפרגן
גבע אלון ליווה אותי בצבא, הקו השוחק אי שם בשומרון, בינות לעצים שותקים, ערסל מאולתר ושקיעה עם השיר המושלם הזה...
Fay Barak
שיר מדהים, מדהים, מדהים... אלבום גאוני.
נדב
Great Album! you got yourself another Fan ^^
roey collignon
Wow! איזה שיר מדהים!!=]
lianirismay
I love his voice, his writing, his guitar... everything
noodoov1
ללא ספק אחד השירים היפים. מאחד האלבומים היפים שראו אור בישראל ואלבום המשך לא פחות מושלם.
locksh
Nostalgy.
Yinon Amosi
איזה יופי :)
chef alon rauven pur
מקסים !