Several of Errol's siblings became talented musicians and or vocalists - Brian, Stirling, Delphine, Randy, Wally and Don. All of the them, including Errol are self-taught instrumentalists. Errol credits his earliest music mentors to the likes of the Carter family, Bob Dylan, and The Beatles. Somewhere along the way Errol gained the family nickname "C-Weed", and the rest is "history" as they say!
Forming his first band in 1965 while only in high school in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, C-Weed & the Weeds, the name later changed to simply, The C-Weed Band. Comprised of Errol & siblings Wally Ranville and Don Ranville, the musical journey began...
In 1980 The C-Weed Band, still an unknown, stunned the Country Music world upon the release of Robbie Robertson's song Evangeline, on Errol's first album, "The Finest You Can Buy". The song quickly rose to # 1 on the Canadian Country Radio charts, and marks the beginning of The C-Weed Band popularity.
Brian Ranville, older sibling to the boys played an instrumental role in creating publicity and The C-Weed Band "hype" during that initial period where the band was still unknown. Errol refers to Brian as the "Spindoctor" who worked tirelessly to promote the band, simply recognizing that The C-Weed Band not only had amazing talent and star power, but believing that these young, fearless aboriginal men could shatter barriers in the music industry ...........he was right! With several of their songs being played on mainstream radio, The C-Weed Band blazed across Canada and the U.S. in their own tour bus, show after show, year after year, gaining new fans and popularity wherever they played.
Two years later The C-Weed Band struck gold again as the song High and Dry, written by Mick Jagger & Keith Richards, also went #1 on the Country Music charts. Now wanting to write his own music, Errol recorded several albums (and continues to) using his own penmanship. Magic in the Music was nominated for a Juno Award in 1985 & 1986.
In 1987, several albums later, the now well-known Ranville brothers parted ways. Errol continued to record as a solo artist. Errol also tried his hand at the night club business in Winnipeg, then Edmonton, Saskatoon, and for a short time in Thunder Bay, operating under the name "C-Weed's Cabaret". The concept was to give Aboriginal bands a place to showcase their music.
In 1988 Errol released the first of a few solo albums, A Tribute to Southern Rock, along with a video to accompany the song Old Rodeo Cowboys. The video aired on MuchMusic. In 1998 Errol created a new The C-Weed Band, and in 2000 released the CD "Run as One".
Errol wrote and recorded the song (by the same name) Run As One using traditional Aboriginal drumming and chanting, which even today brings a C-Weed audience to their feet. The song, acclaimed by many as the "Aboriginal Anthem" of the century with catchy guitar hook and heartfeld lyrics, drew a Juno nomination in 2001.
Errol returned to Manitoba in 2002. Errol began working for the Province of Manitoba in Dec of 2003. He then moved to the Manitoba Audio Recording Industry Association ( MARIA ) to develop the Aboriginal Music Program (AMP) from April 2004 'til December 2005. Errol served as Executive Producer for Manito Ahbee, and the Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards in 2006 & 2007, in which he created highly successful, internationally acclaimed shows.
In April 2005 Errol was inducted into the Aboriginal Hall of Fame by Eric Robinson, Minister of Culture, Heritage, Tourism & Sport and NCI General Manager Dave McLeod.
Errol Ranville has played an integral part in paving the way for today's Aboriginal musicians, having been one of the first Aboriginal singer/songwriters in Canadian history to have achieved recognition and success spanning almost 3 decades. Far from retirement, Errol and The C-Weed Band continue to perform live shows around the world.
Errol's latest CD release, "Magic in the Music", a greatest hits cd, released May 21, 2010, is anticipated yo be the best The C-Weed Band seller yet.....
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Loving You
The C-Weed Band Lyrics
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Leave your broken outside, I'll close the door
I know that it's hard to do, being you
It's a lonely road so let me bring you home
Don't look back
Don't you ever give your heartache away
'Cause I got you baby, you can give it all to me
You know you can count on me
So close your eyes, dive, let go of it all
Believe you will survive, let love break the fall
I won't let go, I won't let go, no
If I'm just here to give you love
Then that's what I'm here to do, to do
If I'm loving you better that's cool, cool
Don't tell me what I could lose
If I'm loving you better that's cool, cool
If I'm loving you
Tonight we can take it slow
You need a shoulder to cry on, let me know
Whatever I gotta do, I'll pull you through it
It's a lonely road but I can bring you home (I can bring you home)
Don't look back, don't you ever give your heartache away
'Cause I got you baby, you can give it all to me
And I'll hold it safely, you know you can count on me
So close your eyes, dive, let go of it all
Believe you will survive, let love break the fall
I won't let go, I won't let go, no
If I'm just here to give you love
Then that's what I'm here to do, to do
If I'm loving you better that's cool, cool
Don't tell me what I could lose
If I'm loving you better that's cool, cool
If I'm loving you, loving you
Think of nothing darling
Lay down your head, I've got it
For all the things you've done I'll pay you back with love
And don't you worry about the pressure
'Cause I can make it better
Lean on my love
Let me take away your pain
So close your eyes, dive, let go of it all
Believe you will survive, let love break the fall
I won't let go, I won't let go, no
If I'm just here to give you love
Then that's what I'm here to do, to do
If I'm loving you better that's cool, cool
Don't tell me what I could lose
If I'm loving you better that's cool, cool
If I'm loving you, loving you
The lyrics to The C-Weed Band's "Loving You" speak to the theme of love as a healing force. The singer invites someone inside, offering a safe space from the outside world. They acknowledge the difficult journey the other person has been on, and offer to bring them home. The chorus reassures the other person that they can trust the singer with their heart, and that they won't let go.
As the song progresses, the singer continues to offer support and comfort, urging the other person to "let go" and trust in love's ability to heal. They promise to pay back the other person's kindness with love, and to help alleviate their pain. Throughout the song, the singer emphasizes their commitment to loving the other person, no matter the cost.
Overall, the lyrics to "Loving You" paint a picture of love as a powerful force that can heal, uplift, and sustain. The singer's willingness to offer unwavering support and love speaks to the importance of connection and compassion in difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Come inside, I'll take your coat
I welcome you into my life and will make you comfortable.
Leave your broken outside, I'll close the door
I will protect you from external damage and provide a safe space.
I know that it's hard to do, being you
I understand that it can be difficult to be yourself and empathize with your struggle.
It's a lonely road so let me bring you home
I recognize that life is lonely, but I am willing to be your companion and support you.
Don't look back
Don't dwell on the past or let it prevent you from moving forward.
Don't you ever give your heartache away
Don't let anyone else cause you pain or mistreat you.
'Cause I got you baby, you can give it all to me
I will take care of you and you can trust me with your heart and emotions.
And I'll hold it safely
I will treat your heart with care and caution so that it doesn't get hurt.
You know you can count on me
You can be confident that I will always be there for you and support you.
So close your eyes, dive, let go of it all
Let go of your worries and trust that things will work out.
Believe you will survive, let love break the fall
Have faith in your own strength and let love help you overcome the difficulties in life.
I won't let go, I won't let go, no
I will always be here to support you and won't abandon you.
If I'm just here to give you love
If my only purpose is to give you love and happiness, I am okay with that.
Then that's what I'm here to do, to do
My main goal is to make you feel loved and appreciated.
If I'm loving you better that's cool, cool
If I can bring more love and happiness to your life, that's all that matters to me.
Don't tell me what I could lose
Don't discourage me or make me doubt my efforts to make you happy.
Tonight we can take it slow
We can relax and take our time together.
You need a shoulder to cry on, let me know
If you need emotional support or comfort, I am here for you.
Whatever I gotta do, I'll pull you through it
I will work hard to help you overcome any challenges or obstacles.
Think of nothing darling
Don't stress or worry, just relax and let me take care of you.
Lay down your head, I've got it
Rest easy, I will take care of everything and make sure you are okay.
For all the things you've done I'll pay you back with love
I am grateful for all that you do, and I will repay you with love and kindness.
And don't you worry about the pressure
Don't stress about the challenges or expectations of life, I am here to support you.
'Cause I can make it better
I have the ability to help make difficult situations easier to bear.
Lean on my love
Rely on my affection for you and let it be a source of strength for you.
If I'm loving you, loving you
If I am showing you love and care, that is all that matters to me.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: OLANIYI MICHAEL AKINKUNMI, MELANIE CHISHOLM, MOSES AYO SAMUELS, VARREN JEROME LLOYD WADE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ravenannette6864
This song reminds me of my late mom.. She asked me to play "loving you by c-weed" we were traveling late at night to Manitoba. I tried to find it by writing "loving you by sea weed" lol, I told her "I can't find it" she said "I bet you wrote it wrong" and I did lol. She always laughed about it. rip mom.
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@ojicreewarcry
Hi Annette your memory brought tears to my eyes. We've been blessed that you shared such a beautiful memory.
@Zanesdad08
I love this song. I always used to play it when my deceased wife was travelling with me. Every time we fell in love again and more. Thank you C-Weed band for the lovely memories.
Ps I love and miss you so bad Lindsay😢
@outonthelake9108
97 98 my late brother-in-law introduced me to the native bar country genre when I was 15 years old, miss that guy Murray Coaster
@jessxme
aww i havn't heard this song in a long while reminds me of my dad when he used to play this at his party's and got me into the song.
@fuiplu
What a absolute gem of a song by this great band. It defenitely hits home for me on so many levels. Miss you Laura
@chrissydesmoulin5464
This band came to play, at our annual pow-wow, sad fatal accident afterwards. May the Lord bless you all... love from a loving fan, in Mobert, Ontario
@noelyoungchief8911
Loving you could never be harder then it is right now....... so true :(
@wilmachappell727
You made many people so proud. Thx, for your beautiful songs. God bless you ❤️