When Mike’s high-school band called it quits he began both working part-time and going to a local college as a full-time student. Not happy with his job or classes Mike decided he needed to move out and try school somewhere else. Repeating the same thing in West Lafayette, IN at Purdue University. Through all this Mike never stopped writing music and recording rough demo’s on his laptop. When his life seemed that it was only going through the motions, Mike decided it was time to drop everything and make a career out of creating music.
MG&F is a full band with music/lyrics done by Mike Golden, and performed live with a variety of different friends at each show. MG&F use beer bottles, stomping, and industrial sounds to give each show a unique affect on audiences. With 2 EPs out and 3 music videos Mike is making a name for himself around the midwest and reaching ears around the nation. His voice has been likened to a “blues & soul-inspired Jack White” and gritty Joe Cocker, his sound to that of a jam band as “MG&F” use beer bottles, stomping, and industrial sounds so that it seemingly fits its own genre. Full Band material is in the process of being recorded and should be out late Summer/ early Fall '11.
No Name
Mike Golden & Friends Lyrics
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With the veil over eye
It seems I forget how to cry
Or if I even should
If I could I'm not sure I would
Not anymore I think for why
It's okay let it rain
It's quaint to let it burn
My lack of fear of death could be a wish in disguise
For one this life's so unexcitable
and two for all the lies
They'll never know what hit 'em
Oh when and what I'll become when I arise
I'm still on the drugs
My sub for love
I'm two breaks from showing a complete lack of fuck
Imma no name with a blank slate
I'm running away from what I hate
I feel like I'm going insane
So I'm leaving my past as subtle remains
I feel weak
But I'm meek
Please no more days I've been going through the worst weeks
I won't sleep until I'm dead
I won't sleep until I'm dead
I won't sleep until I'm dead
I won't sleep until I'm dead
I won't sleep until I'm dead
I won't sleep until I'm dead
I won't sleep until I'm dead
The lyrics of Mike Golden & Friends's song No Name examine the endurance of love despite the obstacles that come with living in a society that’s tainted by division and confusion. The song's opening lines show the desire to break free from the barriers and limitation that curtail the singer. The yearning to break loose and reach out is clear when the singer states, "I wanna reach out and touch the flame, Where the streets have no name." The refrain "Where the streets have no name" serves as an escape, a utopia, a place where anything is possible, and love is genuine.
The second verse speaks of a city "flooded" by the erosion of love resulting in a feeling of futility and insignificance. However, instead of accepting defeat, the singer chooses to be optimistic about the future, referring to a place high up the desert where the streets have no name. It is a call for listeners to take comfort in companionship and strive to build a love that is resilient to the changing, disorienting elements around them. The song employs vivid imagery, including the sun, poison rain, dust clouds, and wind, to communicate the difficulties that come with love and hope for a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to run, I want to hide
I desire to escape from something or someone that is troubling me.
I want to tear down the walls that hold me inside
I want to remove the barriers that are preventing me from being free and expressive.
I wanna reach out and touch the flame
I am eager to take risks and venture into the unknown.
Where the streets have no name
I am seeking a place that is uncharted and unknown, without any preconceived notions or expectations.
I want to feel sunlight on my face
I want to experience warmth, brightness, and positive energy in my life.
I see that dust cloud disappear without a trace
I witness something that once seemed powerful or imposing disappear without any evidence of its existence.
I wanna take shelter from the poison rain
I need protection from the harmful or toxic elements in my life.
Where the streets have no name, oh oh
I find freedom and possibility in the unknown and undefined corners of the world.
We're still building then burning down love
We continue to create and destroy our relationships, with the hope that a new and better one will arise from the ashes.
And when I go there, I go there with you
I can only bear to face the unknown and unpredictable aspects of life with someone I trust and rely on.
The city's a flood
The urban environment is overwhelming, uncontrollable, and burdensome.
And our love turns to rust
Our relationship has deteriorated and lost its luster and vitality over time.
We're beaten and blown by the wind
We are buffeted and battered by the unpredictable and uncontrollable forces of life.
Trampled into dust
We are crushed and reduced to nothingness by the hardships and pain of the world.
I'll show you a place
I will guide and lead you to a space that is meaningful, transformative, and renewing.
High on the desert plain
In a remote and rugged location, far away from the distractions and pressures of civilized society, we can find clarity and perspective.
Where the streets have no name, oh oh
In this undefined and uncharted wilderness, we can find new possibilities and opportunities for growth and discovery.
We're still building then burning down love
We continue to take risks and make mistakes in our relationships, even if they often fail and collapse.
And when I go there, I go there with you
I need someone by my side to face the challenges and uncertainty of life and love.
Our love turns to rust
Despite our best efforts, our relationship has become corroded and damaged over time.
We're beaten and blown by the wind
We are battered and overwhelmed by the uncontrollable and unpredictable forces of the world.
Blown by the wind
Pushed and tossed around by the chaotic and unpredictable nature of existence.
Oh and I see love
Despite the hardships and pain of our relationships, I can still sense and feel a deep and profound connection to you.
See our love turn to rust
Our relationship has become tarnished and weakened over time, but it still endures and persists.
We're beaten and blown by the wind
We are tossed around and overwhelmed by the forces of life that are beyond our control and understanding.
Blown by the wind
Whipped around and tossed about by the unpredictable and chaotic elements of existence.
Oh when I go there
When I venture into the unknown and undefined corners of the world.
I go there with you
I need you by my side to support and encourage me, and to help me make sense of the chaos and randomness of life.
It's all I can do
I have no other choice but to rely on you and to trust in our bond, even in the face of uncertainty and fear.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Gunnar Magnus
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@LMBulgar
Love the video!! Greenberg & MG&F makes for excellent music videos. Great job guys!!
@TheBingle
Lots of cool people come from Chicago , i plan to live there later in life!
@fz13gaming
Oh yeah can't wait to see you guys June 21st at the green fest downtown.
@exoticanimalpettingz
local stuff that we like!
@jackiekasin5809
Wish I was in this music video!
@cassybakr4417
their performance in person is even better than this video! the people there we're even cooler.... gotta love Chicago ;)
@mikegoldenandfriends
Thanks yo!
@tiswizard11
I love your music. My buddies Steve Furdeck and Mike Stetzenmeyer introduced me. They said they knew you.
@Trinston
this shit is raw as fuck, nice album too
@CokaBaby
nice