1. A funk band fro… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least six artists using the name Slave:
1. A funk band from Dayton, Ohio
2. A rapper from Los Angeles, California
3. A hardcore band from from Denmark
4. A powerviolence band from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
5. A hardcore band from Los Angeles, California
6. A punk band from Doylestown, Pennsylvania
7. A Powerviolence band from Birmingham, Alabama. http://slavepv.bandcamp.com/
1) Slave was an Ohio funk band popular in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Trumpeter Steve Washington and Mark Hicks (Drac) formed the group in Dayton, Ohio in 1975.
Trombonist Floyd Miller teamed with Tom Lockett Jr. (sax, keyboards), Carter Bradley (trombone), Mark Adams (bass), Mark Hicks (lead and rhythm guitar, lead and background vocals), Danny Webster (rhythm guitar, lead and background vocals), Orion Wilhoite (keyboards), and Tim Dozier (drums). Vocalists Steve Arrington, Starleana Young, then Curt Jones and keyboardist Raye Turner came aboard in 1978, with Arrington ultimately becoming lead vocalist. Their first big hit was the single "Slide" in 1977 for Cotillion Records, where they remained until 1984. Their best work was usually based on bass licks and the band's general arrangements emphasis on the rhythm section and soaring lead vocals.
Other Top Ten R&B hits were "Just a Touch of Love" in 1979, "Watching You" in 1980, and "Snap Shot" in 1981. They added Charles Carter on sax and brother Sam Carter on keyboards. Young, Washington, Jones and Lockett departed to form Aurra in 1981. Slave added Roger Parker, Delbert Taylor,JR., and Kevin Johnson as replacements. Arrington himself left in 1982 after the Showtime album. They continued on, though much less successfully, into the late 1980s.
They moved to Atlantic Records for one LP in 1984, then switched to the Atlanta-based Ichiban Records in 1986. Their most recent release was The Funk Strikes Back in 1992. Rhino issued Stellar Fungk: The Best of Slave Featuring Steve Arrington, an anthology of their finest cuts, in 1994.
2) The hip-hop artist SLAVE has released “El Che” as a single in early 2010. There will be a few releases during ‘10 including “Will I Ever Be Free?” demo tape along with some mixtapes. You can find El Che and future releases through blogspot, tumblr, etc.
3) Danish hardcore punk band from Copenhagen in the early 2000's.
4) Powerviolence band from Oklahoma City, formerly known as No Man’s Slave.
http://www.myspace.com/nomansslave
http://elitereform.blogspot.com/
5) Hardcore/metal band from Los Angeles ; http://weareslaves.bandcamp.com/album/abyss ; http://www.facebook.com/weareslaves
They have a 6 song ep coming out titled Abyss.
Dance
Slave Lyrics
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In a transition
Feelin we paused slowed down
Learn a new mission
For the whole world seek intuition
Forces of evil come jam the ignition
Lighter to the flame
Burn the partition
Can’t make no decisions
Like a thief in the night
Remove all the wishes
Music is the key
So dance on the fire make em see
Dance til you cannot see
Smoke cover me so deep
Dance til cannot breathe
Music will set you free
The hotter the flame
The more untamed
People so tired fed up
With the same
Can't run can't hide
Can't even change ya name
They shut it down
So we took to town
Matches in hand kerosene
Burn it up paint a scene
Dance on fire make em see
Don't stop til you can't breath
Kept it versatile
So they can't say im jockin styles
Tee slaves analyzed
Check the progress mobilized
Personally visualized all my dreams
Meditate on the knees
Karma set me free
To keep it real
Some days i can't force the feels
But i kno its jus a mood
No need for attitude
It be days i just sit up on the gram
Specific hashtags only
Like life sucks or teach me how to brand
Dance til you cannot see
Smoke cover me so deep
Dance til cannot breathe
Music will set you free
The hotter the flame
The more untamed
People so tired fed up
With the same
Can't run can't hide
Can't even change ya name
They shut it down
So we took to town
Matches in hand kerosene
Burn it up paint a scene
Dance on fire make em see
Don't stop til you can't breath
Its like who damn world suffocating
And were breaking
Mentally shaken
Spirit come in say slow down di pace
Like how di trini gyals does whine dem waist
Keep an image in ya mind
And jus in case
Anxiety seeps into the space
But remember that you are not alone
Just pull up Tee Slaves
Put me in the zone
Dance til you cannot see
Smoke cover me so deep
Dance til cannot breathe
Music will set you free
The lyrics of Slave's song "Dance" address various themes such as vulnerability, transition, and the desire to break free from societal constraints. The opening lines suggest a feeling of vulnerability and being in a state of transition, where the pace of life has slowed down. The lyrics then emphasize the need to learn a new mission and tap into intuition to combat the forces of evil that try to hinder progress and growth.
The repetition of the phrase "Dance til you cannot see, smoke cover me so deep, dance til cannot breathe, music will set you free" highlights the transformative power of music and dance. It suggests that through engaging in the act of dancing, one can temporarily escape the overwhelming smoke of life's challenges and find a sense of freedom.
The lyrics also touch upon the dissatisfaction with the status quo and the desire for change. The lines "People so tired fed up with the same, can't run can't hide, can't even change ya name, They shut it down so we took to town" reflect a frustration with the limitations imposed by society, where individuals feel trapped and unable to make significant changes. The song encourages a rebellious spirit, urging listeners to set fire to the limitations and make their voices heard.
The lyrics also highlight the personal struggles and mindset of the artist, Tee Slaves. He acknowledges the need for versatility in his style and the importance of individual expression. The lyrics suggest the artist's commitment to self-growth and progress through meditation and visualization of dreams. They also hint at moments of vulnerability and mood swings, but ultimately emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and pushing through difficult times.
In summary, the lyrics of "Dance" explore themes of vulnerability, transition, the desire for freedom, and the need for personal growth. They encourage listeners to embrace the power of music and dance as a means of escape and self-expression.
Line by Line Meaning
Feeling vulnerable
Experiencing a sense of emotional fragility
In a transition
Going through a period of change
Feelin we paused slowed down
Feeling stagnant and slowed in progress
Learn a new mission
Discovering a new purpose or goal
For the whole world seek intuition
Searching for wisdom and guidance for humanity
Forces of evil come jam the ignition
Negative influences hinder progress and growth
Lighter to the flame
Adding fuel and intensity to a situation
Burn the partition
Breaking down barriers and divisions
We hold up in the game
Withstanding challenges and staying resilient
Can’t make no decisions
Feeling unable to make choices or take action
Like a thief in the night
Acting discreetly or unexpectedly
Remove all the wishes
Letting go of unfulfilled desires
Music is the key
Music holds the answer or solution
So dance on the fire make em see
Expressing oneself boldly and passionately
Dance til you cannot see
Continue dancing until everything becomes blurry
Smoke cover me so deep
Feeling overwhelmed and obscured
Dance til cannot breathe
Keep dancing until it becomes difficult to breathe
Music will set you free
Music has the power to liberate and uplift
The hotter the flame
The more intense the situation
The more untamed
The more uncontrolled or wild
People so tired fed up
People are exhausted and frustrated
With the same
With monotony or repetition
Can't run can't hide
Unable to escape or avoid problems
Can't even change ya name
Unable to reinvent or redefine oneself
They shut it down
External forces or authorities undermine progress
So we took to town
Took action and made an impact
Matches in hand kerosene
Having the means to ignite change
Burn it up paint a scene
Ignite a revolution and create a powerful impression
Don't stop til you can't breath
Keep pushing until exhaustion
Kept it versatile
Maintained flexibility and adaptability
So they can't say I'm jockin styles
Avoiding accusations of copying or imitating
Tee slaves analyzed
Examined closely and deeply
Check the progress mobilized
Evaluate how far we have gone and take action
Personally visualized all my dreams
Created a vivid image of my aspirations
Meditate on the knees
Engage in deep reflection and contemplation
Karma set me free
The consequences of my actions liberated me
To keep it real
To be honest and genuine
Some days I can't force the feels
Some days I can't control my emotions
But I know it's just a mood
Recognizing that it's only temporary
No need for attitude
No need to adopt a negative mindset
It be days I just sit up on the gram
There are days when I spend time on social media
Specific hashtags only
Using specific tags to convey my emotions
Like life sucks or teach me how to brand
Expressing dissatisfaction or seeking guidance
Its like who damn world suffocating
The world feels constricting and stifling
And were breaking
And we are breaking free
Mentally shaken
Emotionally overwhelmed and disturbed
Spirit come in say slow down di pace
Inner guidance advises to slow down
Like how di trini gyals does whine dem waist
Like how Trinidadian girls move their waists
Keep an image in ya mind
Maintain a positive visualization
And jus in case
As a precaution
Anxiety seeps into the space
Anxiety gradually enters the mind
But remember that you are not alone
Remember that you have support and companionship
Just pull up Tee Slaves
Just seek comfort and inspiration from Tee Slaves
Put me in the zone
Allow Tee Slaves to create a positive mindset
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Miss Britt
This word "Juba" appears in the Brazillian afro-diaspora , i recently got provoked to research more about "Juba" Rythms while watching a certain Brazilian filmed called "Jubiaba" At a certain part in the movie the characters are playing capoeria and clapping there hands to a song that sounded very familiar , in America as mentioned in this video we usually associate the word with praise/dancing music as well as hand clapping games but i never knew the origin is from Nigeria until researching more . I am very proud of my African ancestry , and my ancestors :)
Kimberly Wilson
I remember I made this black homeless man dance for beer money lol.
God3Dayo
Juba is a Yoruba word meaning give thanks by dancing to the most High
Elvis Habonimana
Yess✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾That’s so nice to hear. I think I’ll watch the film. Could you please send a website link about its connection with Nigeria?
7The7Green7
Well, something like this could have happened. But both styles shown here are modern. Old Irish dance actually looks more similar to what the black man is doing here. But the combination of European and African foot dancing lead to clogging, swing and modern tap styles.
EccentricM
@Bryndon J Ráschaul-Dunn Right, county and bluegrass is what I refered to.
Bryndon J Ráschaul-Dunn
@EccentricM maybe country and bluegrass, but jazz, blues and soul don't sound Irish. Gotta be more specific on what kind of Southern you're talking about here.
EccentricM
Aye. Irish flatfooting (Sean Nos) which lead to American flatfooting & Buck dance when mixed with African steps (maybe from Juba), which then later lead to tap dance when they adopted the English & Welsh clogging, but with metal taps, rather than wooden clog shoes.
It's why a lot of US Southern music sounds similar at times to Irish music too.
Thatguy but it's actually a girl
@Sirloin Steak Tap dance is also African American. Like Juba!
Sirloin Steak
@kahlildopeboi dopeboimagic There is no consensus on what Master Juba's dance actually looked like, as it was hard to describe, nor do the descriptions of 'set de flo' make it sound anything like what's depicted above (Or like Master Juba's dance). The OP is right that what the guy is doing in the video is very modern, or rather, derived off of observations of modern dancers. He's just clogging and hamboning with a tap-dancers form.