His project Spearhead produced the critically acclaimed Home in 1994. The album contained his biggest single, "Hole in the Bucket," a thoughtful lament on the plight of the homeless, and "Positive," which addressed the growing AIDS epidemic. The album boasted adept funk samplings, sinuous guitar vamps, and soulful, melodic tracks about family and social injustice. 1997's Chocolate Supa Highway was not as pop-friendly as Home, but neither did its themes of kidnappings and police brutality lend themselves to such overt accessibility. Its mixture of harsher musical styles -- techno, rock, and funk -- was a step forward for Franti as his world view broadened and deepened. In 2001, Franti released Stay Human. In it he expresses his anger at the system, his advocacy of love, and his belief in freedom through individuality and self-expression through a set of songs that revolve around a fictitious death penalty case. In it, his embrace of the genres that inspired him is achieved with eloquence.
Earlier projects of Franti include The Beatnigs and The Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy, which had more of an experimental/industrial sound, but addressed many of the same social/political issues.
As a celebration of the Election of Barack Obama Franti recorded the Obama Song, offered as a free track on downloaded at their offical website, www.michaelfranti.com/.
Cool Water
Michael Franti & Spearhead Lyrics
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coming down
on this head of mine
cool water
feels like rain
in the summertime
my woman is a friend of mine
she likes to dance like a sparkle when we're all alon
she's my springtime woman
she makles me smile when i'm feeling low
she's like cool water
coming down
on this head of mine
cool water
feels like rain
in the summertime
i don't go looking
looking for trouble
but sometimes trouble come sfollows me
when my eyes are tearing
she collects every drop
and she uses them to water all my dreams
she's like cool water
coming down on this head of mine
cool water
feels like rain
in the summertime
she don't stop now
'til the very last drop now x3
she just keeps on loving through, yoohoohoo x3
she's like cool water
coming down
on this head of mine x3
The song "Cool Water" by Michael Franti & Spearhead is a beautiful ode to the power of love and companionship. The lyrics describe the soothing effect of cool water on a hot summer day, and how the singer's partner is like a refreshing drink of cool water for his soul. The metaphor of cool water is used throughout the song to describe the comfort and peace that the singer finds in his partner.
The song starts with the line "Cool water coming down on this head of mine," which sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer describes his partner as a "friend" who "likes to dance like a sparkle when we're all alone," and compares her to a blooming jasmine flower. He finds solace in her company when he is feeling low, and she brings rain to his dry dreams. The chorus repeats the comparison of his partner to cool water in the summertime, emphasizing the relief and rejuvenation he finds with her.
The lyrics also touch on the idea that trouble can come to us unexpectedly, but having someone to support and love us through those hard times can make all the difference. The partner in the song collects the singer's tears and uses them to water his dreams, symbolizing the power of love to heal and nourish a person's soul.
Overall, "Cool Water" is a sweet and soulful song that celebrates the magic of love and the comfort of companionship.
Line by Line Meaning
cool water
Refreshing and replenishing source of relief
coming down
Flowing effortlessly, smoothly descending
on this head of mine
Providing a comforting sensation to the author's head, indicating an escape from intense heat or stress
feels like rain in the summertime
Gives the same satisfying feeling as the cool rain during hot summers
my woman is a friend of mine
The woman being referred to is not just a romantic partner, but also a close companion and confidant
she likes to dance like a sparkle when we're all alone
Her joyful personality is contagious, and she brings light and energy to intimate moments
just like jasmine blooming
She is a symbol of beauty, grace and new beginnings like blooming jasmine flowers
she's my springtime woman
She brings a sense of freshness and rejuvenation to the author's life like the season of spring
she makes me smile when I'm feeling low
Her presence and actions have the ability to turn author's mood around from sadness to joy
i don't go looking looking for trouble
The author is not actively seeking problems or negative experiences
but sometimes trouble comes follows me
Despite the author's intentions, difficult situations are not entirely avoidable
when my eyes are tearing
The author may be experiencing emotional distress or hardships
she collects every drop
The woman in his life is supportive and helps to preserve all of his emotions
and she uses them to water all my dreams
She turns the author's pain into something positive, by being supportive and helping him to manifest positive goals
she don't stop now 'til the very last drop now
She is devoted and committed to the author wholeheartedly, and won't abandon him until he feels complete relief and happiness
she just keeps on loving through, yoohoohoo
She continuously offers her love and support, even during difficult times
on this head of mine
Referring back to how the cool water provides comfort, relief, and satisfaction
cool water feels like rain in the summertime
Reiterating how the cool water brings a sense of joy and relief comparable to rain in the summer.
she's like cool water coming down on this head of mine
The author repeats and reinforces the analogy between his woman and cool water to emphasize how immense her impact is on his well-being and happiness.
Contributed by Colin J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MoonSomers
Amazing, Thank You!
@missrg
Thank you Trendski!!! I've been waiting to see this one live!! So amazing!