Hannah Hooper met Christian Zucconi late one evening on the lower east side of Manhattan. They had both been living in New York for years and had never crossed paths before. But from that night forward the two could hardly be pulled apart. Soon after their connection, Hooper was invited to an art residency in Greece on the island of Crete and Hooper insists "without any hesitation" she invited Zucconi to join her on this journey. "Seriously, we had only known one another for a few days but are both so inspired and alive when we are together that going to Greece seemed like a magical and natural thing to do," recalls Zucconi.
On Crete, in a small remote mountain village, Hooper and Zucconi met the members of their future band "GROUPLOVE" a year before it was officially formed. Sean Gadd, a natural songwriter and guitar player, born and bred in London instantly bonded with the two eccentric New Yorkers. Their relationship became apparent through the music they were making day in and day out. Andrew Wessen, a pro surfer and musician from Los Angeles and his childhood friend Ryan Rabin, an accomplished drummer and producer, were also at the residency and quickly joined in with the musical trio. These five musicians make up the members of what we now know as GROUPLOVE .
Like all good things, the summer and the residency came to an end and the five friends scattered back to their homes all over the globe. With Sean in London, Christian and Hannah in Brooklyn and Ryan and Andrew in Los Angeles GROUPLOVE was faced with the challenge of what to do now. "We all understood how rare it is for five strangers to feel as close as family and create passionate music together. We couldn't just return to Brooklyn and let the music we all made fade into a memory of that summer we had in Greece," explains Zucconi. Everyone pulled their funds together and Sean, Christian and Hannah made their way to Ryan Rabin's studio in LA to record their album. "We seriously had the best time of our lives doing that record," says Gadd. And the result is an incredibly special album where soaring harmonies coupled with sweeping anthems lead you through their powerful journey. Like the members of GROUPLOVE, their music is diverse in influence and style but bonded together by an undeniably creative kinship.
Their experience back together and recording together was so potent that Hooper and Zucconi packed up their lives in Brooklyn and Gadd packed up his life in London and they all moved to LA to live and play their music.
"We never could have dreamt this up," says Zucconi, "but at the same time we're not at all surprised - GROUPLOVE is meant to be. Our story a testament to fate, and our music is something we are ready to share."
Naked Kids
Grouplove Lyrics
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And we're all on our way to the beach.
And everyone keeps laughing at the those we are passing,
As we're sucking down that bonnie, bonnie weed.
Oh yeah
Oh yeah
Take your shoes off, man
We are skinny dipping underneath the sea
And it's a chicken fight (plan?)
Throw your dukes up, (Lamb?)
We are splashing in the water to the beat.
Oh yeah
Oh yeah
(WeeeoooowhooOOOooooOOO)
Clumbsy, Sandy dunes
Hot day, mid-June
Naked kids, running wild, and free.
It's summer time fun, relax and stay young
You can be home, with Oprah Winfrey.
Water feels nice, you can dive deep under
Ships, and treasures and (greed?)
Just one of those days, a blue, perfect wave
Come out, and join. You'll see.
We are lying in the sun, when we're done finding a towel
Now we're thinking of where we're gonna eat.
Back corner table, order lobsters and Black Label
Raise your glasses, here's to living out our dreams.
(Uuuuuhhhhhhnnnn)
Cruising on the highway with my friends, top down
And we're all on our way to the beach.
And everyone keeps laughing at the those we are passing,
As we're sucking down that bonnie, bonnie weed.
Oh yeah
Oh yeah
Oh yeah
Oh yeah
The song "Naked Kids" by Grouplove is an ode to the carefree spirit of youth, with a focus on spending time with friends, enjoying the summer sun and living in the moment. The lyrics describe a group of friends driving down the highway, smoking weed and heading to the beach. They arrive, take off their shoes and go skinny dipping in the ocean. The chorus "Oh yeah" represents the feeling of freedom they are experiencing, with no responsibilities or rules holding them back. The song highlights that life can be simple and enjoyable if you let go of your worries and embrace the present.
The second verse mentions the feeling of being wild and free, with the imagery of friends running naked and playing in the sand. It also refers to the idea of not taking life too seriously, as they could be at home watching Oprah Winfrey, but instead they are living it up on the beach. The final part of the song talks about enjoying the moment with friends, indulging in expensive food and drink and acknowledging the joy of living their dreams.
Overall, "Naked Kids" encourages listeners to remember the carefree spirit of their youth and to prioritize fun and friendship over the stresses of modern life.
Line by Line Meaning
Cruising on the highway with my friends, top down
Driving fast with the roof down, accompanied by my best friends
And we're all on our way to the beach
Our destination is the beach, the picture of paradise
And everyone keeps laughing at the those we are passing,
People we pass by are entertained, stunned, and perplexed by our unique ways
As we're sucking down that bonnie, bonnie weed.
When smoking cannabis, we inhale every bit of it and enjoy its effect
We are skinny dipping underneath the sea
Swimming without clothes in the open water, feeling joyous
And it's a chicken fight (plan?), Throw your dukes up, (Lamb?)
Jousting in the water, clashing in fun battles, and knocking each other's body part instead of using weapons
We are splashing in the water to the beat
Dancing in the water to the beat of the song
Clumsy, Sandy dunes, Hot day, mid-June
Sand dunes shaped awkwardly for walking, during the hot days in June
Naked kids, running wild, and free
Childrenare joyously sprinting in the sun without any clothes on, without a care in the world
It's summer time fun, relax and stay young
Enjoy the summer and have fun like a child, there is no need to be anxious about growing old
You can be home, with Oprah Winfrey.
Stay home and watch tv or read books instead of coming to the beach
Water feels nice, you can dive deep under, Ships, and treasures and (greed?)
Immersed in the water with its refreshing feel, capacity to swim deep and explore many things like the sunken ships and treasures kept hidden
Just one of those days, a blue, perfect wave
A fantastic day, with the perfect wave appearing in the clear blue water
Come out, and join. You'll see.
Come to the beach and have fun, and you will find your happiness
We are lying in the sun, when we're done finding a towel
After sunbathing, we find a towel and lie down
Now we're thinking of where we're gonna eat.
We are now discussing where we can have food
Back corner table, order lobsters and Black Label
Sitting and ordering lobsters and expensive Black Label whiskey at a table in the corner of the restaurant
Raise your glasses, here's to living out our dreams.
Let's have a toast to our dreams coming true
Oh yeah
Expressing enthusiasm and joy
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTIAN ZUCCONI, HANNAH HOOPER, SEAN GADD, RYAN RABIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
craiginzana
I've been a fan of Grouplove since they first started making music, and this song is one of my favorites. This is exactly what I pictured as a music video, great job.
Red Talk
It's been said before but this could be and SHOULD be the official clip for the song as it will certainly be a single! The song makes me so happy and along with this it makes you feel great. I wrote to the band of facebook saying they should have a look at it and get in contact with you about making it the clip. Congrats on a super effort!! Love your work
shawdybadclapas
They should just make this the official music video
Emily Hummingbird
Amen! Oh and amen to your Non-Google+ photo, ha.
Kae Ble
This is incredible! I live in Thailand and this perfectly captures its essence :) and the song makes it all the more awesome
incrediblehobo
Trying to think of a comment, but I am truly awe-stricken by this video. It speaks for itself and nothing I can say will do justice in explaining how amazing this is.
Jessi Ogg
Obsessed with this music video. It's absolutely beautiful. So well done! I can't imagine the budget...
turbocatbb
Jessi Ogg i love it 😁
danni
This makes me feel so damn good about life. I want to recreate this epic adventure.
Romalotti6
This video is beyond amazing. Perfect for the song. Inspiring.