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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.
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DISCOGRAPHY
See The Fat Men.
4)
Man was an Italo Disco Artist with two Singles.
Intro
Man Lyrics
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I been ion that dumb shit long
Way no cap you don want no smoke
Benz's hundreds racing to the money
Horsepower demon n yea that bih is Running
Mp on my waist line nigga step up Get gun down
Federal I'm fed bond the feds wait to It die down
Cold hearted no calm down Hardheaded get gun down
Niggas say I'm insane but they know I ain't playing
Color Money that's thang Championship like a ring
Yea my diamonds on green why Hatin on me
Don't forget I'm from the streets
Niggas know where I be
I ain't got to ride deep
Ain't no telling on me
Thirty eight on me
Just case I have to flee
Burning rubber that's me
Stay strap I'm the king
Ready to bust on G
Mia that's on me
Onehundred nothing less
I ain't miss no beat
Moving weight low key
Muscle up I'm go eat
K D, for the three
Balling out for the team
Blowing nothin but og
Way up on mars
Hot shit on gd
Nigga move like the opps
Wen bust in yo spot
No tolerance i'm reckless
Nigga move it get heckled
Hellpup ak forthy seven hundred Round
Drum
When i squeeze
I ain't missing
Knocking shit off the Hinges
Crime scene i'm dipping
Pull off with the bag
Skirt ss move fast
I'm the man of year
I ain't coming in last
I guess u stuck in yo past
Niggas see you doing bad
Niggas talking what they had
Wen they see you gotta bag
Squintin up yo face
You mad big mad big mad big mad
Yea u see her booty I'm asshole
Blowin money first class gone
Don give em no pass no
Fake niggas can't pass go
Real recognize real smoke
Niggas lame and the go choke
Been this corner you getting smoke
Niggas talk but they big joke
The lyrics of the song "Intro" by Man convey a strong message about the artist's life and aspirations. In the song, he talks about his struggles and challenges in life and how he overcame them to get to where he is today. Man talks about how he has been getting money for a long time and has been doing it the right way, without being involved in any illegal activities. He boasts about his Benz and how it races to the money, alluding to his success in life.
Moreover, he talks about how he is always ready to defend himself, with a gun on his waistline, in case anyone wants to step up to him. Man also mentions that he is from the streets, and nobody can tell on him as he isn't afraid to ride solo. He has a 38 on him at all times, and he is always burning rubber as he drives away from any potential danger. Additionally, he mentions his readiness to bust on anyone who messes with him or his friends.
In conclusion, throughout the song "Intro," Man shows the intensity in his life and the realities of growing up in the streets. He talks about how he never forgot where he came from and is grateful for the opportunities he has seized in life. His lyrics are a testament to his hard work and perseverance, and how he managed to climb the ladder of success.
Line by Line Meaning
For All you niggas don know don i Been gettin a bag
I have been making a lot of money for some time now, and it's surprising that there are still people who don't know this.
I been ion that dumb shit long
I have been involved in some foolish activities for a while now.
Way no cap you don want no smoke
I am not lying when I say that you don't want any trouble with me.
Benz's hundreds racing to the money
I am driving my expensive car as fast as I can to make more money.
Horsepower demon n yea that bih is Running
My car has incredible power, and it's going full speed right now.
Mp on my waist line nigga step up Get gun down
If someone tries to confront me, they will face the consequence of getting shot.
Federal I'm fed bond the feds wait to It die down
The FBI is investigating me, and I had to post bail while they wait for things to calm down before making an arrest.
Cold hearted no calm down Hardheaded get gun down
I have a lot of anger, and anyone who tries to calm me down or upset me in any way will be met with a gun.
Been waiting for this game got ran Like Usain
I have been preparing for this moment for a long time, and now that it's here, it's like I'm running as fast as Usain Bolt.
Niggas say I'm insane but they know I ain't playing
Some people think that I am crazy, but they also know that I am deadly serious about what I am doing.
Color Money that's thang Championship like a ring
I like to show off my money with flashy colors, and it feels like winning a championship every time I make more money.
Yea my diamonds on green why Hatin on me
I have expensive jewelry with green diamonds, and I don't understand why people are jealous or hating on me because of it.
Don't forget I'm from the streets
I grew up in a dangerous neighborhood and have had to learn how to survive on the streets.
Niggas know where I be
People are aware of my whereabouts and what I'm doing.
I ain't got to ride deep
I don't need to have a lot of people with me to feel safe or intimidate others.
Ain't no telling on me
Nobody will snitch on me or give me away to the authorities.
Thirty eight on me
I am carrying a .38 revolver for protection.
Just case I have to flee
I am ready to run away if needed to avoid getting arrested or caught.
Burning rubber that's me
I am driving my car aggressively, leaving a lot of tire marks in the process.
Stay strap I'm the king
I am always armed and ready to defend myself, and I see myself as the leader of my world.
Ready to bust on G
I am prepared to shoot anyone who tries to act tough or challenge me.
Mia that's on me
I am living in Miami right now, and I am responsible for all of my actions there.
Onehundred nothing less
I am always aiming for the best or the most expensive, even if it costs me $100 or more.
I ain't miss no beat
I have not made any mistakes or missed anything important in my business or personal affairs.
Moving weight low key
I am transporting or selling drugs subtly or discreetly to avoid getting caught.
Muscle up I'm go eat
I am getting strong physically, and I will use that strength to succeed in my goals.
K D, for the three
I am scoring points like Kevin Durant with his famous three-point shots.
Balling out for the team
I am making a lot of money for myself and my associates who work with me.
Blowing nothin but og
I am smoking only the best quality marijuana, which is OG.
Way up on mars
I feel like I am on top of the world, like I am living on another planet.
Hot shit on gd
I have something important or valuable on me, and I am guarding it carefully.
Nigga move like the opps
Some people are acting like my enemies, or like they are against me.
Wen bust in yo spot
If I enter a place uninvited, I will immediately use my gun if necessary.
No tolerance i'm reckless
I have zero patience for people who cross me or cause trouble, and I sometimes act without thinking.
Nigga move it get heckled
If someone doesn't move quickly or respectfully enough, I will verbally insult them or even physically assault them.
Hellpup ak forthy seven hundred Round Drum
I have a high-powered gun with a large capacity of rounds, which is extremely dangerous.
When i squeeze
If I pull the trigger of my gun, someone will get hurt or killed.
I ain't missing
If I aim my gun at someone, I will definitely hit them without fail.
Knocking shit off the Hinges
If I shoot at an object, I will hit it so hard that it will come off its hinges or fall apart completely.
Crime scene i'm dipping
If I commit a crime, I will quickly flee the scene to avoid getting caught.
Pull off with the bag
If I successfully complete a robbery or heist, I will quickly leave the area with all of the loot.
Skirt ss move fast
I will drive away from a crime scene or chase as quickly as possible in my fast car.
I'm the man of year
I am the most successful and powerful person around, and I am being recognized for my achievements.
I ain't coming in last
I am always ahead of my competition, and I will never be the last or weakest one in the group.
I guess u stuck in yo past
You seem to be living in the past and not moving forward with your life like I am.
Niggas see you doing bad
Other people can tell that you are struggling or not doing well in life.
Niggas talking what they had
Some people are bragging about their accomplishments or possessions, but I know they are lying.
Wen they see you gotta bag
When people realize you have a lot of money, they will start to hound you or try to take it from you.
Squintin up yo face
You are making an angry or upset facial expression, but it doesn't bother me.
You mad big mad big mad big mad
You are extremely angry, but I don't care or take you seriously.
Yea u see her booty I'm asshole
I am rude or vulgar for looking at a woman's buttocks in a disrespectful way.
Blowin money first class gone
I am spending my money extravagantly and irresponsibly, like a rich person on vacation.
Don give em no pass no
I am not showing mercy or forgiveness to people who have wronged me or crossed me.
Fake niggas can't pass go
People who are not authentic or genuine cannot advance or succeed in the same way I can.
Real recognize real smoke
True and honorable people can tell when someone else is genuine or not, and they will call out or punish those who pretend to be real.
Niggas lame and the go choke
People who are weak, uncool, or fake will eventually face consequences or punishment for their actions or words.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: MALCOLM SMART
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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