The Larkin brothers Del and Aya had a background in ska bands. Guitarist Warwick Scott was influenced by funk and rock. The Sutherland brothers rhythm team played rock and jazz. Common influences for all musicians were reggae, 1970s funk (James Brown, Funkadelic) and hip hop. They joined together to become Skunk, and later, Skunkhour, named after the poem by Robert Lowell.
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Skunkhour were sometimes described as "the white man's funk band", and their singles were on regular rotation on Australian radio station Triple J. Apart from that, however, the public didn't get behind their unique brand of funk.
Skunkhour called it a day in 2002 and thanked thousands of loyal fans in a farewell tour.
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Green Light
Skunkhour Lyrics
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My field's unbounded, i'm surrounded under sound, that gives grounding.
pressing go, got good brew.
Oh yeah head high.
we got the green light.
this ride will shut suit you, like the future, packed in the boot to parachute you dropped from the ship into the sky.
sussed with your trust this trip we bust, not seen for dust, while on the cusp of reachin' for somthin' breif and rare
Oh yeah head high.
Skunkhour's song "Green Light" is a track that encapsulates the feeling of euphoria and excitement that comes from embarking on a new journey. The opening line "day shine appears I change a gear up" refers to the singer literally switching gears in their car, but also metaphorically shifting gears in their life. They're ready for a change and ready to take on whatever comes their way.
The following line, "touch the sprite loose within this shell, that drinks the breath I drew," paints a vivid picture of the singer exploring their inner spirit and finding the courage to take on new challenges. They're feeling free and empowered, and the "sprite" that's been dormant within them is coming alive.
The chorus, "we got the green light / this ride will suit you" is a metaphor for the adventure that lies ahead. The singer is confident that this journey will be a good fit for them and is ready to take on whatever comes their way. The lines "not seen for dust, while on the cusp of reaching for something brief and rare" suggest that the singer is taking a chance and going after something that's not easily attainable. This could be a new career, a new relationship, or a personal goal that they've set for themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
day shine appears i change a gear up, touch the sprite loose within this shell, that drinks the breath i drew.
I feel energized as the sun rises and shift into a higher gear, freeing myself from the constraints of my physical body that seem to drain me of my energy.
My field's unbounded, i'm surrounded under sound, that gives grounding.
I am limitless and feel connected to the world through the sounds around me, which helps me feel grounded.
pressing go, got good brew.
I'm ready to take action and start this adventure, fueled by a good drink.
Oh yeah head high.
I feel confident and excited about what's to come.
we got the green light.
We have the permission to move forward and pursue our dreams.
this ride will shut suit you, like the future, packed in the boot to parachute you dropped from the ship into the sky.
This journey will fit you perfectly, like a neatly packed parachute in a tightly packed boot, ready for you to jump off the ship and soar into the sky.
sussed with your trust this trip we bust, not seen for dust, while on the cusp of reachin' for somthin' breif and rare
With your trust and support, we will succeed on this trip, leaving behind any doubts or negative energy. We are on the verge of reaching something special and unique.
Oh yeah head high.
I'm still feeling confident and excited.
we got the green light.
Once again, we have the green light to move forward with our adventure.
Contributed by Olivia I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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on Pullatickin
anybody has the lyrics of Pullatickin please?