In 1998, the band Santana was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Carlos Santana, José "Chepito" Areas, David Brown, Gregg Rolie, Mike Carabello, and Michael Shrieve The band has earned nine Grammy Awards and three Latin Grammy Awards, the latter all in 2000. Carlos Santana won a Grammy Award as a solo artist in 1988. The band has sold more than 100 million records worldwide, making them one of the world's best-selling groups of all time. In 2013, Santana announced a reunion of the classic line-up for a new album, Santana IV, which was released in April 2016. They are tied for having the most won Grammy Awards in one night.
Fried Neckbones
Santana Lyrics
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And some home fries
Repeat
The lyrics to Santana's "Fried Neckbones" are seemingly simple and repetitive but convey a sense of comfort and homeliness. "Fried Neckbones" and "home fries," which are types of Southern cuisine, are mentioned in the chorus. The simplicity of the lyrics reflects the importance of traditional home-cooked meals, which provide comfort and nostalgia for the singer.
The repeated lyrics also convey a sense of rhythm, mirroring the driving beat of the song. The song makes use of Latin percussion, and the repetition of the chorus creates a hypnotic, trance-like state. The song evokes images of people at a family gathering or a neighborhood block party, sharing food and enjoying each other's company. The song is reminiscent of Carlos Santana's youth in Tijuana, Mexico, where he was exposed to various types of rhythms and music.
Line by Line Meaning
Fried neckbones
Crispy and savory meat from the neck of an animal, most likely pork or beef, that has been cooked in hot oil or fat until golden brown and delicious
And some home fries
Accompanying the fried neckbones are slices of fried potatoes, usually cut into small pieces and cooked on a griddle with onions and spices until they are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside
Repeat
These two lines are repeated to emphasize the simplicity of the meal and its importance as a staple of home cooking and comfort food
Contributed by Jordyn L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@melvinthomas4160
I saw Santana 7 times during their heyday in the 70s. The most dynamic & eclectic hippie band of their time. They made me cry with joy every time I saw them.
@h8potus972
They were (are) great.
@araxaraxyan2110
Power
@brucewayne-ws2cw
It wassssss the drugggggs maaaaaaan!
@adammarquez5203
lucky
@pamelaromanelli5960
So Lucky!!!
@briant9130
I can remember the first time I heard this. Just bought a Santana bootleg. Got way high. Headphones on. Lay down on the couch. Most of it was songs I knew but was hoping for a sick version, then this came on. I want to say it was from 68'. Captures the spirit of the era perfectly. That Hammond keyboard usually does.
@DaveDaRave1980
Terrific cover of a brilliant Willie Bobo song
@cvr527
Carlos in his prime in concert with an equally amazing ensemble of musicians.
One of my all time favorite songs. This song speaks to my soul!
@lapekosapeligrosa
Put on a loop for hours at party nobody complained. the best love makin tune too.