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1) Man are a rock band from South Wales with a cult following. Originally the second incarnation of Welsh rock harmony group The Bystanders, they are a band with 'more history than the Greeks', who are celebrating their 40th anniversary this year.
Man's history is full of weird, colourful stories. Some stories include getting arrested in Belgium on both of their visits, brawling with an Icelandic audience, meeting the likes of Tommy Cooper and Bill Graham, their many line-ups, and so on. Man also have connections with bands like the Neutrons, Gentle Giant, Badfinger, Status Quo and Iceberg (Deke's band while he went solo).
The Bystanders had been a pop harmony group in the 1960s, signed to Pye Records and living in London, who had released a few singles to no great success. But with the departure of singer Vic Oakley and the arrival of guitarist Deke Leonard in 1968, the band - Leonard, Micky Jones, Ray Williams, Clive John and Jeff Jones - decided to change their style altogether, moving from pop to West Coast psychedelia, inspired by American bands such as Quicksilver Messenger Service and Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention.
From 1968 up to 1976 they rocked the UK, America and Germany with their gritty progressive rock. They have been hits with many radio DJs, producers, promoters, and John Lennon was (supposedly) a fan of Deke's album, Iceberg. Some of their most popular songs from this era include Spunk Rock, Bananas, Many Are Called But Few Get Up, C'Mon, Daughter of the Fireplace, and Romain.
1974 was probably Man's biggest year commercially. Rhinos, Winos & Lunatics was tipped to be the album which brought them international fame. Certainly, it was the best reproduction so far of their improvisational live format in the studio. They were subsequently joined by Quicksilver Messenger Service guitarist John Cippolina (or "Chippo" as they called him) for a live album, "Maximum Darkness" which featured two old Quicksilver gems, the Buffy Sainte-Marie song "Codeine" and "Babe I'm Gonna Leave You". Of course, they never did become famous, and in 1976, they broke up, swearing never to be "like one of those bands who reformed in a futile attempt to recapture past glories and maybe earn a buck or two along the way".
They reformed in 1983. The band this time was to stay constant until 1996(ish): Micky Jones and Deke Leonard on guitars, Martin Ace on bass, and John Weathers on drums. During this time, they produced more hits, such as "Feather on the Scales of Justice", "Mad On Her", "Wings of Mercury", "Call Down The Moon", and "Heaven and Hell".
Weathers was fired in 1996 and was replaced by returning former drummer Terry Williams, probably the most successful of the band, having served elsewhere in bands such as Dire Straits although this is not held against him (not much, anyway). Terry left the band in 1997 and was replaced by continuing incumbent Bob Richards. Bob's first gig was a welcome back to Deke who had suffered a mild stroke which required some time off the road for recovery.
Former keyboardist Phil Ryan returned in 1998 taking the band back to the classic 5-piece line-up. Phil played a major role in producing 2000's Endangered Species (which ranks amongst the strongest of the band's lengthy discography) but had to withdraw from the band for personal reasons. He was replaced by Gareth Thorrington who continued with the band until 2006 when he joined the list of sackees.
After surviving into the next millennium, Man produced another album, Undrugged which an attempts at an unplugged type album which started off when Terry Williams was in the band and was finalised by some fresh recordings. It's particularly noticeable for some covers, most notably on Brian Wilson's Sail On Sailor and the Ray Charles classic Georgia On My Mind - the lead vocals on both being handled by Micky.
It was during this time that Micky developed a brain tumour and had to take time off for numerous surgeries. Man continued though, and Micky's son George entered the band temporarily. When Micky recovered, he rejoined just as Deke decided to call it a day, so George became a permanent member of the group.
As before, just when you though a period of stability might ensure circumstance, damned circumstance conspired to intervene once again. In 2005, Micky's health deteriorated due to the re-occurrence of a brain tumour and was replaced by Martin Ace's son Josh. To this day, Micky remains in hospital and the chances of him ever being able to perform again are slim. This is a tragedy for an undervalued and underrated master of the guitar.
Meanwhile, Deke plays sporadic gigs with a reformed Iceberg band, which initially comprised of Deke, former Man member Will Youatt, Clive Roberts, and Bob Richards (Bob was still with Man, though). Sadly, Clive Roberts was diagnosed with lung cancer after their first gig, and died soon after. He was replaced by Brian Breeze, who featured in the original seventies Iceberg lineup (Brian has since been replaced by Ray "Taff" Williams - not to be confused with Ray Williams, the original Man bass player, who died in 1993). Deke is also adding to his literary record by working on a third book. His first two books documented the history of the Manband and also Deke's adventures prior to this. They have been the subject of award-winning radio broadcasts, and the rights have been secured with a view to transferring them to the big screen. Unlike Muhammed Ali, though, Deke is unlikely to be able to play his younger self in the resulting movie!
The latest album "Diamonds And Coal" was released in 2006, after which Gareth Thorrington left, and the band continued as a 4-piece. A 40th anniversary tour in 2008, saw the return of Phil Ryan on keyboards.
For 40 years, Man have delighted fans, angered police and rocked the world with their music. The incorporation of the younger generations of Jones' and Aces' might mean they are able to continue for the next forty.
2) MAN ™ is a free two-headed man, each head listening to the other, working as one with the music.
A duo consisting of multi-instrumentalists François Rasim Biyikli (piano, rhodes, melodica, guitars, noises) and Charles-Eric Charrier (acoustic bass, guitar, toys), MAN ™ produces a rare and elegant form of electro acoustic music that touches base with unchartered territories where anything is possible and that baffles all definition : it is unusual and smart, luxurious and special.
MAN ™ shapes climatic variations, invites jazz, repetitive music, pop music.
For the band, it is enough to deem its music to be stamped with freedom.
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DISCOGRAPHY
EP ^ (Entropic/GCB), 1999
LP ARTHUR (Autotomie/DSA), 2000
Compilation Test One (Nova Records/Wagram), 2001
LP MAIN GAUCHE (Man Music/DSA/Chronowax), 2002
Compilation Acuarela Songs 2 (Acuarela/Wagram), 2002
EP MAN & MOOSE HILL (333discs), 2004
LP HELPING HAND (Man Music/Sub Rosa), 2005
3) Once, the song Teh Gruwelijke Hardcore was played by MAN, which was formed from members of The Fat Men.
The Fat Men official site
DISCOGRAPHY
See The Fat Men.
4)
Man was an Italo Disco Artist with two Singles.
Fe
Man Lyrics
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Papel de mi vida girando como una moneda, la nueva era, yeah, dale
Cuerpo cansado, vivo de ilusiones
Debo lidiar con tantas emociones
Solo hay recibos en la billetera
Debo lograrlo, mi gente me espera
Quiero ver esa montaña otra vez
Quiero sentir esa tierra en mis pies
Que es un delito rapear como este
Vengo del este, tal vez noreste
Cuando la enceste no importa que cueste
A la pandilla soy fiel, las cicatrices estan en mi piel
Apila billetes, dale un beso al cielo, regresa a la tierra y no pierdas la fe
No pierdas la fe, homs
No pierdas la fe
No pierdas la fe, homs
No pierdas la fe
No pierdas la fe, homs
No pierdas la fe
No pierdas la fe, homs
No pierdas la fe
Vi a tiburones comerse a los peces
Vi a norteños peleando con treces
Niños pequeños llorando en las noches
Detonaciones se escuchan a veces
Tu que me ofreces? Pides mi voto
Ganas la silla y te olvidas de todo
'Tamos afuera en el mundo real
Ponemos agua al plato de cereal
Todos soñamos con salir del barrio
Como lo haremos con malos salarios?
Vi a un par de amigos volverse sicarios
Pido por ellos pues han sido varios
Meses que no sabemos si estan vivos
No pienso perder a ningun otro amigo
No justifico su vida pero voy a comprender sus motivos
Dale otro trago a la tierra si ponen esta cancion
Esta es mi vida, esta es mi eleccion
No pierdas la fe, no pierdas pasion
Pues el barrio fue donde todo nacio
No pierdas la fe, homs
No pierdas la fe
No pierdas la fe, homs
No pierdas la fe
No pierdas la fe, homs
No pierdas la fe
No pierdas la fe, homs
No pierdas la fe
The lyrics to "Fe" by Man provide a glimpse into the challenges and realities of living in a marginalized community. The song begins by expressing the artist's dedication and commitment to his craft, as he puts his life on paper and carries a blade in his sweatshirt, metaphorically representing his vulnerability and determination. He describes his life as a spinning coin, symbolizing the unpredictability and uncertainty he faces on a daily basis.
The artist acknowledges the exhaustion he feels from living in a world filled with illusions, but he must persevere and confront his emotions. Despite only having receipts in his wallet, he knows that his people are counting on him, which motivates him to keep going. He longs to see the mountains again, to feel the earth beneath his feet, and to ride the bus without being judged, emphasizing his desire for freedom and acceptance.
The second verse sheds light on the harsh realities the artist has witnessed. He has seen sharks devouring smaller fish, metaphorically representing the power dynamics and violence he has observed. He has witnessed conflicts between different groups, with innocent children crying at night, and occasional gunshots echoing in the background. The artist questions the promises made by politicians who only care about gaining votes and forget about their responsibilities once in power.
Despite the hardships, the artist remains hopeful and encourages others not to lose faith. He mentions friends who have turned to a life of violence, and while he doesn't condone their choices, he strives to understand their motivations. The artist believes in the power of his music to make a difference, to bring attention to the struggles of his community, and to inspire others to keep fighting for a better life. He urges listeners to hold onto their faith, to stay passionate, and to remember that their upbringing in the neighborhood shaped who they are today.
Overall, "Fe" is a powerful song that sheds light on the challenges, resilience, and hope of those living in marginalized communities. It addresses themes of personal struggle, social injustice, and the importance of perseverance and faith in achieving dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Pongo mi vida en papel, navaja en la sudadera
I express my life on paper, with a knife in my hoodie
Papel de mi vida girando como una moneda, la nueva era, yeah, dale
The paper of my life is spinning like a coin, entering a new era, yeah, let's go
Cuerpo cansado, vivo de ilusiones
My tired body lives on illusions
Debo lidiar con tantas emociones
I must deal with so many emotions
Solo hay recibos en la billetera
There are only receipts in my wallet
Debo lograrlo, mi gente me espera
I must achieve it, my people are waiting for me
Quiero ver esa montaña otra vez
I want to see that mountain again
Quiero sentir esa tierra en mis pies
I want to feel that land beneath my feet
Tomar el micro sin que venga el juez
Take the microphone without the judge intervening
Que es un delito rapear como este
That it's a crime to rap like this
Vengo del este, tal vez noreste
I come from the east, maybe the northeast
Cuando la enceste no importa que cueste
When you succeed, it doesn't matter the cost
A la pandilla soy fiel, las cicatrices estan en mi piel
I am loyal to the gang, the scars are on my skin
Apila billetes, dale un beso al cielo, regresa a la tierra y no pierdas la fe
Stack up bills, kiss the sky, come back to earth and don't lose faith
Vi a tiburones comerse a los peces
I saw sharks eating the fish
Vi a norteños peleando con treces
I saw northerners fighting with trece (13, gang affiliation)
Niños pequeños llorando en las noches
Little children crying at night
Detonaciones se escuchan a veces
Detonations are heard sometimes
Tu que me ofreces? Pides mi voto
What do you offer me? You ask for my vote
Ganas la silla y te olvidas de todo
You win the seat and forget about everything
'Tamos afuera en el mundo real
We're outside in the real world
Ponemos agua al plato de cereal
We pour water into the cereal bowl
Todos soñamos con salir del barrio
We all dream of leaving the neighborhood
Como lo haremos con malos salarios?
How will we do it with low salaries?
Vi a un par de amigos volverse sicarios
I saw a couple of friends become hitmen
Pido por ellos pues han sido varios
I pray for them, as there have been several
Meses que no sabemos si estan vivos
Months pass by without knowing if they're alive
No pienso perder a ningun otro amigo
I don't want to lose any more friends
No justifico su vida pero voy a comprender sus motivos
I don't justify their life, but I will understand their reasons
Dale otro trago a la tierra si ponen esta cancion
Give another drink to the earth if they play this song
Esta es mi vida, esta es mi eleccion
This is my life, this is my choice
No pierdas la fe, no pierdas pasion
Don't lose faith, don't lose passion
Pues el barrio fue donde todo nacio
Because the neighborhood is where everything was born
No pierdas la fe, homs
Don't lose faith, homie
No pierdas la fe
Don't lose faith
No pierdas la fe, homs
Don't lose faith, homie
No pierdas la fe
Don't lose faith
No pierdas la fe, homs
Don't lose faith, homie
No pierdas la fe
Don't lose faith
No pierdas la fe, homs
Don't lose faith, homie
No pierdas la fe
Don't lose faith
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Mario Cordova
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@barbaralima7668
Let's go girls!
I'm going out tonight - I'm feelin' alright
Gonna let it all hang out
Wanna make some noise- really raise my voice
Yeah, I wanna scream and shout
No inhibitions - make no conditions
Get a little outta line
I ain't gonna act politically correct
I only wanna have a good time
The best thing about being a woman
Is the prerogative to have a little fun and...
Oh, oh, oh, go totally crazy - forget I'm a lady
Men's shirts - short skirts
Oh, oh, oh, really go wild - yeah, doin' it in style
Oh, oh, oh, get in the action - feel the attraction
Color my hair - do what I dare
Oh, oh, oh, I wanna be free - yeah, to feel the way I feel
Man! I feel like a woman!
The girls need a break - tonight we're gonna take
The chance to get out on the town
We don't need romance - we only wanna dance
We're gonna let our hair hang down
The best thing about being a woman
Is the prerogative to have a little fun and...
Oh, oh, oh, go totally crazy - forget I'm a lady
Men's shirts - short skirts
Oh, oh, oh, really go wild - yeah, doin' it in style
Oh, oh, oh, get in the action - feel the attraction
Color my hair - do what I dare
Oh, oh, oh, I wanna be free - yeah, to feel the way I feel
Man! I feel like a woman!
I get totally crazy
Can you feel it
Come, come, come on baby
I feel like a woman
@lavyniadasilvapereira5237
Let's go, girls! Come on!
I'm going out tonight
I'm feelin' alright
Gonna let it all hang out
Wanna make some noise, really raise my voice
Yeah, I wanna scream and shout
No inhibitions, make no conditions
Get a little outta line
I ain't gonna act politically correct
I only wanna have a good time
The best thing about being a woman
Is the prerogative to have a little fun and
Oh, oh, oh, go totally crazy, forget I'm a lady
Men's shirts, short skirts
Oh, oh, oh, really go wild, yeah, doin' it in style
Oh, oh, oh, get in the action, feel the attraction
Color my hair, do what I dare
Oh, oh, oh, I wanna be free, yeah, to feel the way I feel
Man! I feel like a woman
The girls need a break
Tonight we're gonna take
The chance to get out on the town
We don't need romance
We only wanna dance
We're gonna let our hair hang down
The best thing about being a woman
Is the prerogative to have a little fun and
Oh, oh, oh, go totally crazy, forget I'm a lady
Men's shirts, short skirts
Oh, oh, oh, really go wild, yeah, doin' it in style
Oh, oh, oh, get in the action, feel the attraction
Color my hair, do what I dare
Oh, oh, oh, I wanna be free, yeah, to feel the way I feel
Man! I feel like a woman
The best thing about being a woman
Is the prerogative to have a little fun and
Oh, oh, oh, go totally crazy, forget I'm a lady
Men's shirts, short skirts
Oh, oh, oh, really go wild, yeah, doin' it in style
Oh, oh, oh, get in the action, feel the attraction
Color my hair, do what I dare
Oh, oh, oh, I wanna be free, yeah, to feel the way I feel
Man! I feel like a woman
I get totally crazy
Can you feel it
Come, come, come on, baby
I feel like a woman
@funnymichael1
as a man, im not ashamed to say i know all the words to this song.
@RedDeadRogers
guilty pleasure.
@mirgrande7683
"Woman, I feel like a man !" ? One of the himbos in the vid ? lol
@stevielandrum4388
Diana Delgado
@winkellgomes5098
Michael Cole
@MartinHCollection
same here :)
@KernalRegis
Shania: "Let's go girls"
Me as a 28 year old man: "You know what Ms. Twain, let's"
@aspiringeyecandy4856
I'm fucking cryin💀
@angelicacigarroa713
😂😂😂
@ahmedrashed7241
😂😂😂😂