Rotorelief Records, reissued in 2017 the first two mythical albums, eponymous from 1968 and "contact" from 1969
(rotorelief.com)
Contrasting the flowery psychedelic rock music of the late-1960s, the New York City-based Silver Apples created an avant-garde sound based on little more than a homemade synthesizer (named the Simeon after their lead singer - Simeon) and an extensive drumkit, originally played by Dan Taylor. They reformed in the 1990s, making new records and playing live again.
Silver Apples were one of the first groups to employ electronic music techniques extensively within a rock idiom, and their minimalistic style, with its pulsing, driving beat and frequently discordant modality, anticipated not only the experimental electronic music and krautrock of the 1970's, but underground dance music and indie rock of the 1990s as well.
I Don't Care What the People Say
Silver Apples Lyrics
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And wind has blown since I had my supper tonight
Weeping willows always find a way to live
Unfortunate people always have a dime to give
Good times come along any way
I don't care what the people say
Do what I want to any way
I don't care what the people say
Many times I wondered how I was gonna survive
the trails above was involved with keeping myself alive
Sometimes I wonder just what's gonna happen to me
So I woke up my apples until I've shaken my apple tree
Good times come along any way
I don't care what the people say
Do what I want to any way
Cause I don't care what the people say
I don't care what the people say
Well good times come along any way
I don't care what the people say
Do what I want to everyday
I don't care what the people say
I don't care what the people say
Good times come along any way
I don't care what the people say
Do what I want to any way
Cause I don't care what the people say
I don't care what the people say
Silver Apples' "I Don't Care What the People Say" is a song that speaks to the concept of freedom and the ability to live your life on your terms. The first stanza talks about the passing of time, how things change and how people always have something to give despite their unfortunate circumstances. This stanza can be interpreted as a representation of how life can take unexpected turns and how you should always be prepared to adapt to the changes that come your way.
The second stanza speaks to the idea of survival and how sometimes all you can do is wonder what's going to happen to you. The line "So I woke up my apples until I've shaken my apple tree" can be interpreted as an action in response to the uncertainty of life. It paints a picture of a person who takes the initiative to awaken themselves, to be proactive, and to do what they can in order to succeed and thrive in life, no matter the obstacles they may face.
The chorus expresses a feeling of defiance and nonconformity. The repeated line "I don't care what the people say" reinforces the importance of following your own desires and living life for what you believe in, rather than being constrained by the opinions of others. The song as a whole offers listeners an empowering message about self-reliance, perseverance, and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
Things have changed since mama held my hand real tight
Life is constantly changing and things are not always the same.
And wind has blown since I had my supper tonight
Time has passed since I last ate, as time always moves forward.
Weeping willows always find a way to live
Even in tough times, nature finds a way to survive and thrive.
Unfortunate people always have a dime to give
Even those with little often give what they can to help others.
Many times I wondered how I was gonna survive
I have had moments of doubt and worry about my ability to make it through tough times.
the trails above was involved with keeping myself alive
I have had to work hard and overcome obstacles to survive.
Sometimes I wonder just what's gonna happen to me
I feel uncertain about my future at times and worry about what may happen.
So I woke up my apples until I've shaken my apple tree
I have taken action to make things happen and create opportunities for myself.
Good times come along any way
There are always moments of joy and happiness to be found in life.
I don't care what the people say
I am not concerned with the opinions of others and will do what feels right to me.
Do what I want to any way
I will live my life on my own terms and make my own choices.
Cause I don't care what the people say
I am secure in my own decisions and do not need validation from others.
I don't care what the people say
I will not let the opinions of others hold me back from living my life.
Do what I want to everyday
Every day presents new opportunities for me to follow my own path and be true to myself.
Contributed by Avery J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@iff96
Goodbye Simeon Coxe, thanks for all.
The future is still there, in your music.
@KireSivat
:'(
@ServingOthers99
How is this from 1969? Sounds decades ahead of its time. Absolutely entrancing track
@yippeeyokai5750
Not a shock, all modern genres of music have roots in the 1960's, the boomers invented all modern music. it's like the only thing they did right.
@ServingOthers99
Pyro Bombastic Flow hahah that does seem to be the case. Wild shit right here
@skyisnotupintheclouds4271
I dunno, to me it really does sound like it's from the sixties. I'm not saying that what they made wasn't extremely innovative and ahead of its time. but it really does give me sixties vibes. the vocal melodies and harmonies. the lyrical themes. the bpm even. very sixties. very good and as you say entrancing none the less. peace n love ✌️
edit - haha I thought I was still commenting on I have known love, this one id definitely a little bit more experimental. I love it.
@ServingOthers99
skyisnotupintheclouds I can see what you’re saying, my friend! That makes a lot of sense
This is just so progressive in some ways that it blows my mind, but the vocals and tones and production are certainly very 60s
@user-jp4le9ys6v
It sounds a lot like Tom Dissevelt's stuff from 1958
@yuccablossoms
I dont care what the singer say
I 'll listen to the song any way
@Jimothy86
I found this band by mistake a few years ago now,they have become one of my favorite bands.