1970
Mod Sun Lyrics
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Let's take em back
Let's go
Yeah, I swear it's 1970
I'm up in San Fran, off of Haight and Ashbury
Shot gun in the vee dub, I'm screaming out free love
We writing history, quit reliving that rerun
Of a guru who used to serve Dalai Lama at breakfast
And he taught me relativity to orchestrate a symphony
Of positivity, empathy, synergy, and divinity
Health, success, and happiness will always be my mantra
Possessions don't own me man, I learned that shit from my rasta
You got the whole world on a string
Learned that from Frank Sinatra
Long live the lizard king, forever
I'ma be the change that I want to see
People gon remember me, I swear it's 1970
Money's cool and everything but I'd rather make a memory
I swear it's, I swear it's 1970
Thousand miles an hour, think weed is a flower
We fight the fist with peace signs of power til hate is devoured
We dry the eyes of tears we encounter, no more debbie downer
I don't even get sour when someone like
"Hey, yo take a shower, you hippy"
I swear it's 1970
No better feeling than chillin in Grenich Village, illest (quote me)
I'm stealin in ginsberg in case you all bless me (holy)
Flow taught me survival, poetry was the bible
One Flew Over The Coop was a message that spoke to my soul
Scoring goals like no goalie, we standing up to the bully
Prepare to speak until they hear it, like kindred spirit's Spicole
On a journey to unite the world and no one can slow me
Impossible says I'm possible, back to the story
I'ma be the change that I want to see
People gon remember me, I swear it's 1970
I swear it's 1970
That's 1970 shit man
Come anytime with me
Mod Sun
M-O-D S-U-N
Ra ta ta ta ta ta
The song "1970" by Mod Sun is a nostalgic song for the era marked by peace, love, and harmony. The song is an anthem to the hippie movement of the 1970s, emphasizing a desire for positive change and equality. In the song, Mod Sun expresses his love for the 1970s, the San Francisco Bay area, as well as the values that drove the hippie movement. He encourages people to cherish memories over money, appreciate the things that hold real value, and embrace the diversity that life has to offer.
Mod Sun vividly describes his experiences and adventures in the song, everything from hanging out in Haight-Ashbury to hitchhiking to Venice. He talks about the knowledge he gained from a guru in Venice and the transformational lessons that have stayed with him throughout his life. He also mentions renowned personalities like Frank Sinatra and Jim Morrison, whose philosophies influenced him in a positive way.
The song beautifully captures the essence of the 1970s, when people were looking for a way to break free from the mold and unite with one another. Mod Sun shows his admiration for the era and encourages people to spread the love that prevailed during the time.
Line by Line Meaning
I swear it's 1970
It feels like the social and cultural climate of the 1970s in my current environment.
Let's take em back
Let's revisit and embrace the free-spirited lifestyle of the 70s.
Let's go
Let's embark on a journey back to that time.
I'm up in San Fran, off of Haight and Ashbury
I'm currently in San Francisco, specifically the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood which was once a hub of counterculture.
Shot gun in the vee dub, I'm screaming out free love
I'm riding shotgun in a Volkswagen van and shouting out slogans of love and peace.
We writing history, quit reliving that rerun
We are creating a new chapter in history by rejecting the old ways and established norms.
Hitchhike to Venice, became an apprentice
I hitchhiked to Venice Beach and became a student of a spiritual teacher.
Of a guru who used to serve Dalai Lama at breakfast
My guru was once a servant to the spiritual leader Dalai Lama.
And he taught me relativity to orchestrate a symphony
My guru taught me the concept of relativity and how to harmoniously blend elements of positivity, empathy, synergy, and divinity.
Health, success, and happiness will always be my mantra
I believe in focusing on health, success, and happiness as my guiding principles.
Possessions don't own me man, I learned that shit from my rasta
I've learned from my Rastafarian friend that I shouldn't be attached to material possessions.
You got the whole world on a string
I've learned from Frank Sinatra that one can have control over their destiny.
Learned that from Frank Sinatra
I've gained this insight from the music and legacy of Frank Sinatra.
Long live the lizard king, forever
I pay tribute to the late Jim Morrison, the lead singer of The Doors.
I'ma be the change that I want to see
I want to create positive change in the world and be an example for others to follow.
People gon remember me, I swear it's 1970
I want to make a lasting impact on people's lives that is reminiscent of the 1970s.
Money's cool and everything but I'd rather make a memory
While money is important, I prioritize creating meaningful experiences and memories.
Thousand miles an hour, think weed is a flower
I like to live life at a fast pace and enjoy smoking weed.
We fight the fist with peace signs of power til hate is devoured
I believe in combating violence and hate with peaceful actions and symbols.
We dry the eyes of tears we encounter, no more debbie downer
We try to uplift and comfort those we meet who are sad or upset.
I don't even get sour when someone like / 'Hey, yo take a shower, you hippy'
I don't let negative comments or insults affect me, even those related to my hippy lifestyle.
No better feeling than chillin in Grenich Village, illest (quote me)
I enjoy hanging out in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of NYC, it's the best.
I'm stealin in ginsberg in case you all bless me (holy)
I pay homage to the great poet Allen Ginsberg, hoping to gain inspiration and be blessed.
Flow taught me survival, poetry was the bible
Writing and performing rap music has helped me survive and thrive, and I treat poetry as a guide.
One Flew Over The Coop was a message that spoke to my soul
I relate deeply to the themes and story of the book One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest.
Scoring goals like no goalie, we standing up to the bully
I'm achieving my goals with ease and those of us who support love and peace are standing up against those who promote fear and hate.
Prepare to speak until they hear it, like kindred spirit's Spicole
I'm determined to speak and spread my message until it is heard, like the character Spicoli from the movie Fast Times at Ridgemont High.
On a journey to unite the world and no one can slow me
I'm on a mission to bring people together and nothing can stop me.
Impossible says I'm possible, back to the story
I believe that anything is possible, even if it seems impossible at first.
M-O-D S-U-N
This is my stage name and spelling: Mod Sun.
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