After an eighteen-year hiatus, the band announced their 2023 “Summer of Green” Tour, where they’d play the album “Animals” by Pink Floyd in its entirety. The Frog Brigade now features Sean Lennon on guitar, Harry Waters on the keyboard, and Paolo Baldi on drums, with the only original members left being Les Claypool on bass and vocals, Mike Dillon on percussion, and Skerik on the saxophone.
Whamola
Les Claypool's Frog Brigade Lyrics
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I'm gonna do what Simon says
I'm gonna do what Simon says
I'm gonna do what Simon says
Of course we should what Simon says
I'm gonna do what Simon says
I'm gonna do what Simon says
Of course I'ma do what Simon says
The lyrics to Les Claypool's Frog Brigade's song "Whamola" are deceptively simple, consisting mostly of a repeating line about doing what Simon says. While the meaning behind the lyrics may be open to interpretation, one possible interpretation is that it reflects the pressure many people feel to conform and follow the expectations of those in authority or those who are perceived as being in control. The phrase "Simon says" likely refers to the children's game of Simon Says, in which players must follow the instructions of the leader only if the instruction is preceded by the phrase "Simon says."
The repetition of the line "I'm gonna do what Simon says" in the song could be seen as a commentary on how we often follow the crowd and do what others tell us to do, even if it doesn't feel right or go against our own beliefs. This could be relevant in many areas of life, such as conforming to societal norms, adhering to the expectations of friends or family, or following the lead of a charismatic leader.
Overall, "Whamola" is a quirky and catchy song that reflects on the pressure to conform and the struggle to find our own voice in the face of outside influences and expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
Who's gonna do what Simon say?
Who is going to follow Simon's instructions?
I'm gonna do what Simon says
I will obediently follow Simon's instructions
I'm gonna do what Simon says
I will follow Simon's instructions
I'm gonna do what Simon says
I will do what Simon instructs me to do
Of course we should what Simon says
Naturally, we should follow Simon's instructions
I'm gonna do what Simon says
I will obediently follow Simon's instructions
I'm gonna do what Simon says
I will follow Simon's instructions
I'm gonna do what Simon says
I will do what Simon instructs me to do
Of course I'ma do what Simon says
Certainly, I will do what Simon instructs me to do
Contributed by Levi I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TysonDS
This song has evolved, so good
@moore91150
what was the name of the houston saxophonist he brought on stage later on?
@kingtaco4064
Skerik i believe
@jaybles0999
@@kingtaco4064skerik has been out on a shoulder injury this whole tour. They’ve had special guests when they can throughout in his absence. This night I’m pretty sure it was Greg from Remain in Light
@kingtaco4064
@@jaybles0999 oh, idk, I read on the website where I saw them live in Austin saying that he was with them
@Timeothy
Bonkers
@jamircox8458
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