The band split in 1977 and reunited in 1980, splitting again in 1983. Since reuniting in 1996 they have remained active, although Farner left the band in 1999. The group currently consists of Max Carl (vocals), Bruce Kulick (guitar), Mel Schacher (bass), Tim Cashion (keyboards), and Don Brewer (drums, vocals).
Despite their name, their music is far from the style known as "funk"; the name "Grand Funk Railroad" is a play on Michigan's "Grand Trunk Western Railroad" line, and it was chosen before "funk" had become the name of a music genre. In 1968, suburban Michigan teens Don Brewer and Mark Farner quit Terry Knight and The Pack and recruited ? and The Mysterians bass player Mel Schacher to form a power trio inspired by contemporary rock n roll.
Early in their career, they headlined a much hyped free concert in Hyde Park, wowing the audience whilst being virtually unknown in the U.K. They also opened for Led Zeppelin in Michigan, their home state. Originally produced and managed by former band leader Terry Knight who brought the group to Capitol records in 1969, they split from Knight in 1972 after money issues left the group nearly bankrupt despite massive commercial success which began after an successful appearance at the Atlanta Pop Festival.
After releasing 12 albums on Capitol (10 platinum), they intend for their final release to be Born To Die in 1975. They actually reunited & recorded one last effort in 1976 with Frank Zappa called "Good Singin' Good Playin' " and then called it quits.
Farner released two solo albums, Mel & Don recorded as Flint with Craig before Craig joined [aritst]Bob Seger's band. In 1981 Mark Farner & Don reformed the band without Mel and released a song on the animated Heavy Metal soundtrack and new album Grand Funk Lives. They toured until 1983.
In 1996 all three original members reunited for a summer tour in which they played to over 250,000 people, and a slate of Bosnian relief dates in 1997 including several TV performances. In 1998 they did a 65+ date tour listed as one of the 10 top grossing tours of the year. In 1999 Capitol issued a 3 disc box set called "Thirty Years Of Funk" 1969-1999, including recent recordings made in 1997.
Original Grand Funk Railroad members Don & Mel still tour and write new material to this day although the group have seen various line up changes, including the absence of original lead singer Mark Farner. Mark is active with his New band Nr'G. They have released 3 CD's since 1999 with For The People released in 2006.
Studio Albums:
* On Time (1969)
* Grand Funk (The Red Album) (1969)
* Closer to Home (1970)
* Survival (1971)
* E Pluribus Funk (1971)
* Phoenix (1972)
* We're an American Band (1973)
* Shinin' On (1974)
* Monumental Funk (1974)
* All the Girls in the World Beware!!! (1974)
* Born to Die (1976)
* Good Singin', Good Playin' (1976)
* Grand Funk Lives (1981)
* What's Funk? (1983)
Live albums:
* Live Album (1970)
* Caught in the Act (1975)
* Bosnia (1997)
* Thirty Years of Funk: 1969-1999 (1999)
* Live: The 1971 Tour (2002)
Compilations:
1972 Mark, Don & Mel: 1969–71
1976 Grand Funk Hits
1990 The Best of Grand Funk
1991 Capitol Collectors Series
1992 Heavy Hitters!
1999 Thirty Years of Funk: 1969-1999
2002 Classic Masters
2006 Greatest Hits
Y.O.U
Grand Funk Railroad Lyrics
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You told me that your love was true but your love was not a matter of fact
And honey when you get home, I won't be here tonight
You hurt me I know that's why I'm lettin' you go
But I been thinkin' of you babe, I been thinkin' of Y.O.U
'Cause I been thinkin' of you lady, thinkin' of only you
Well, I been thinkin' of you now, baby, thinkin' of Y.O.U
Oh girl, I can't believe that you did the nasty things that you did
And the way that you played with me well you must think that I'm just a kid
Oh, but I'm not your boy and I won't be nobody's toy
You hurt me I know that's why I'm lettin' you go
But I been thinkin' of you babe, I been thinkin' of Y.O.U
Yes, I been thinkin' of you lady, thinkin' of only you
Well, I been thinkin' of you now baby, thinkin' of Y.O.U
You hurt me I know that's why I'm lettin you go
But I been thinkin' of you babe, I been thinkin' of Y.O.U
Well, I been thinkin' of you baby, I been thinkin' of Y.O.U
Well, I been thinkin' of you now baby, you now baby, you now baby, Y.O.U
Yeah, you babe, I been thinkin' of Y.O.U
Thinkin' of you yeah yeah, thinkin' of Y.O.U
Thinkin' of you baby, thinkin' of Y.O.U
Thinkin' of you now baby
In Grand Funk Railroad's song Y.O.U, the lyrics express the pain and frustration of being in a relationship with someone who doesn't truly love or appreciate the singer. The first verse starts off with the singer knowing that their partner's love isn't genuine, despite their assurances, leading to a breakup. The chorus then repeats the phrase "I been thinkin' of Y.O.U", highlighting the singer's inability to get over their ex-lover despite the betrayal they have experienced. In the second verse, the singer expresses their disbelief and anger towards their partner for treating them poorly and playing with their emotions. The chorus repeats again, emphasizing the singer's ongoing thought-process towards their ex-partner, leading to a feeling of being unable to fully move on.
Overall, the song Y.O.U effectively conveys the frustration and heartbreak that comes with a failed relationship due to one person's betrayal. The strong emotions and catchy chorus make it a memorable and relatable song for anyone who has experienced similar struggles in their own romantic relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
You said, it wouldn't bother you but I know better than that
You claimed that it wouldn't hurt you, but I have reason to believe otherwise
You told me that your love was true but your love was not a matter of fact
You professed that your love was real, but in reality it was not true
And honey when you get home, I won't be here tonight
When you return home, I will not be present tonight
You hurt me I know that's why I'm lettin' you go
You caused me pain, which is why I have to end our relationship
But I been thinkin' of you babe, I been thinkin' of Y.O.U
Despite everything, I can't stop thinking about you
'Cause I been thinkin' of you lady, thinkin' of only you
All I can do is think of you, and only you
Oh girl, I can't believe that you did the nasty things that you did
I am shocked and appalled by the immoral acts you committed
And the way that you played with me well you must think that I'm just a kid
You manipulated and took advantage of me, as if I were naive and without experience
Oh, but I'm not your boy and I won't be nobody's toy
I am not someone for you to control or play with like a toy
But I been thinkin' of you babe, I been thinkin' of Y.O.U
Despite everything, I can't stop thinking about you
You hurt me I know that's why I'm lettin' you go
You caused me pain, which is why I have to end our relationship
Well, I been thinkin' of you baby, thinkin' of Y.O.U
My thoughts continue to revolve around you, and only you
Yeah, you babe, I been thinkin' of Y.O.U
It's you, my thoughts are consumed with thoughts of only you
Thinkin' of you yeah yeah, thinkin' of Y.O.U
Continuously thinking of you, just you
Thinkin' of you baby, thinkin' of Y.O.U
Always thinking of you, no one else
Thinkin' of you now baby, you now baby, you now baby, Y.O.U
Right now, my mind is fixated solely on you
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Man, I loved this song when the "Lives" album came out. Thanks for posting it.
Oat Korat
2020 still listening
Marc C
Grand Stuff !
RANA LACHMAN
Thank You For Uploading!~.~
Marc C
Gracias Fernando !
Leon D
This is some boomer weirdness
HYUN MIN. KANG
i been thinking of Y.O.U!!!!!!!!!!!
Deep Blue Sea
Cause I thinking of you lady 😇😇😇😇😇