Plant’s attraction and affection to the music of Morocco, the Atlas region and beyond and his lifelong leaning towards the psychedelic indo-rock of West Coast USA, led to a new collision of styles and colours aka Strange Sensation.
Their first album together ‘Dreamland’, received great critical acclaim and two Grammy nominations in January 2003.
In recent times, Plant has recorded with Afro Celt Sound System and along with Skin and Justin Adams, travelled to South Sahara, North of Timbuktu in Mali to participate in the 2nd Festival of the Desert, a gathering of African Saharan and assorted soul musicians including Oumou Sangare, Ali Farka Touré, Tinariwen and Tidawt. This project ultimately became a CD compilation to be found on the Harmonia Mundi label.
2003 saw the prestigious release of the definitive Plant retrospective, ’Sixty Six to Timbuktu’, which included a selection of Plant’s solo work from his first recording date to his appearance in Mali.
As of Oct 2004, Plant has reassembled his Es Paranza label which saw its first release for many years. Robert Plant and Strange Sensation’s album, titled ‘Mighty Rearranger’ is a collection of 12 all new, all original songs released May 2005. A major year long tour has just been completed.
At the close of 2005, the critically acclaimed Mighty Rearranger received 2 Grammy nominations.
2006 will see Robert and the band embark on a new adventure with a string of dates across Europe and beyond. A stopover in Sweden in late May will see Robert receive the prestigious Polar Music Prize along with other members of Led Zeppelin. The prize awarded to ‘Led Zeppelin’ will be presented by His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden in the presence of other such dignitaries.
Mighty Rearranger
Robert Plant And The Strange Sensation Lyrics
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I was wondering about the road that lies ahead
In my mind I heard the wisdom of the master
Hey Robert those dreams are only in your head
Last night as I was dreaming about the future
Living out my time the days and years ahead
I was moving with the mighty rearranger
Mighty rearranger
Mighty rearranger
Mighty rearranger
Mighty rearranger
Last night as I was walking with an angel
Sweet talking and romancing in my mind
Yes I know this life is filled with danger
She tell me daddy good love is hard to find
Mighty rearranger
Mighty rearranger
Mighty rearranger
Last night I came upon a stranger
He smiled at me and this is what he said
If you're troubled send your mind out on vacation
Let it wonder like the wild geese in the west
Mighty rearranger
Mighty rearranger
Mighty rearranger
The lyrics of Robert Plant and The Strange Sensation's song "Mighty Rearranger" speak of the quest for knowledge and wisdom, and the importance of being open to new ideas and experiences. In the first verse, Plant talks about reflecting on his future and the road he needs to take. He hears the voice of a wise master telling him that his dreams are only in his head, suggesting that he needs to be practical and realistic about his goals. However, in the chorus, he sings about the "mighty rearranger," a force that seems to be guiding him towards something bigger and greater.
The second verse sees Plant dreaming about the future and imagining himself moving with this mysterious force, as he contemplates the wisdom it provides. The song takes a more personal turn in the third verse, as Plant talks about being with an angel and receiving advice that love is hard to find. In the final verse, he encounters a stranger who advises him to let his mind wander like a wild goose and take a break from his troubles. Throughout the song, there is a sense of urgency and longing, as Plant seeks to understand his place in the world and find answers to life's big questions.
Line by Line Meaning
Last night as I was laying down and thinking
Reflecting on my life while lying in bed
I was wondering about the road that lies ahead
Contemplating the path my life will take in the future
In my mind I heard the wisdom of the master
Recalling the advice of a wise mentor
Hey Robert those dreams are only in your head
Realizing that some of my aspirations may not come to fruition
Last night as I was dreaming about the future
Envisioning what my life could be in the years to come
Living out my time the days and years ahead
Thinking about how I will spend the rest of my life
I was moving with the mighty rearranger
Feeling empowered to make changes in my life
I was thinking about the wisdom that he said
Contemplating the advice of a mentor or role model
Mighty rearranger
A powerful force that can help bring about change
Mighty rearranger
A symbol of hope and transformation
Mighty rearranger
An inspiration to take control of life and make changes
Mighty rearranger
A reminder that change is possible and can be empowering
Last night as I was walking with an angel
Having a pleasant daydream about love and companionship
Sweet talking and romancing in my mind
Fantasizing about a romantic relationship
Yes I know this life is filled with danger
Aware of the risks and uncertainties of life
She tell me daddy good love is hard to find
Receiving comfort from a loved one who acknowledges the difficult realities of life
Last night I came upon a stranger
Encountering someone unexpected
He smiled at me and this is what he said
Receiving advice or encouragement from a stranger
If you're troubled send your mind out on vacation
Take a mental break when facing hardships
Let it wonder like the wild geese in the west
Allow your thoughts to wander freely like birds in flight
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CLIVE DEAMER, JOHN BAGGOTT, JUSTIN ADAMS, LIAM TYSON, ROBERT PLANT, WILLIAM FULLER
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