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Members: Carl Craig, Jospeh Fiddler, Bennie Maupin, Marcus Belgrave, Geri Allen, Regina Carter, Perry Hughes, Ron Otis, Allan Barnes, Karriem Riggins, Jaribu Shahid, Al Turner, Francisco Mora Catlett.
Carl Craig is the conductor of a group he put together. The group has a broad range, including violinist Regina Carter and Benny Maupin who has played with Herbie Hancock. This results in a jazz group with techno influences: at its worst bland fusion; at its best jazz that surprises and grooves. To this date they've only released one album, featuring, as an absolute highlight the astro-disco song Think Twice, based around a very famous bassline.
Think Twice
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Don't Think Twice
DON'T THINK TWICE IT'S ALRIGHT
Wonder Who
Note: When the singer (actually Frankie Valli) sings, I just
give the lyrics. When the (actually the 4 Seasons)
sing, I use parenthesis. When both sing, I use double
(Doo doo why babe why babe doo doo why babe why babe)
Ain't no use to sit and wonder why babe (why babe why babe)
It don't matter anyhow
Oh it ain't no use to sit and wonder why babe (why babe why babe)
If you don't know by now
And the rooster crows at the break of dawn
Flap your wings and baby I'll be gone
(You're the reason that I'm traveling on)
((Don't think twice it's alright))
Ain't no use in telling all your lies babe (why babe why babe)
The like I've never known
Ain't no use in telling all your lies babe (why babe why babe)? - this line is unintelligible, but I think it's different from
"the like I've never known" -?
And I wish there was something you could do
To try and make me change my mind and stay
(We never did too much talking anyway)
((Don't think twice it's alright))
- a line of nonsense words by Valli like "dip dop doodle doo" -
I'm walking down the road babe (road babe)
Where I'm bound I can't tell (can't tell)
But goodbye is too good a word to say girl (why babe why babe)
So let's just say? - unintelligible -?
And you said "you treated me unkind"
Could have done better but I don't mind
(You just kinda wasted my precious time)
((Don't think twice it's alright))
more "daddle dah" nonsense from Valli and "why babe" from the 4 Seasons
as the song fades away
tmazanec1@juno.com or Tom Mazanec to humans
The Detroit Experiment's interpretation of Bob Dylan's classic song "Think Twice" features playful and jazzy instrumentation that adds a new dimension to the song's melancholic lyrics. The opening verse tells the listener that it's pointless to sit around and wonder about a lost love because it won't change anything in the end. The rooster crowing at the break of dawn signals the singer's departure, and the next verse alludes to the lies told by the lover in question. The singer wishes there was something they could do to make him stay, but ultimately, it's too late. The final verse features a parting that is bittersweet, as the singer admits that "goodbye" is too strong a word, but they can no longer stay. Throughout the song, Frankie Valli's falsetto vocals add a sense of wistfulness and longing that complements the song's theme.
Line by Line Meaning
Ain't no use to sit and wonder why babe (why babe why babe)
It don't matter anyhow
There is no point in pondering on why this happened as it does not matter.
Oh it ain't no use to sit and wonder why babe (why babe why babe)
If you don't know by now
If you don't already know the reason, then there is no use in wondering further.
And the rooster crows at the break of dawn
Flap your wings and baby I'll be gone
(You're the reason that I'm traveling on)
((Don't think twice it's alright))
When the rooster crows, it is time for me to leave because you are the reason for my departure. Don't worry about it, it's alright.
Ain't no use in telling all your lies babe (why babe why babe)
The like I've never known
Ain't no use in telling all your lies babe (why babe why babe)?
There is no point in telling lies because I have experienced every kind of lie before.
And I wish there was something you could do
To try and make me change my mind and stay
(We never did too much talking anyway)
((Don't think twice it's alright))
I wish there was a way for you to get me to stay, but I know we never really communicated much so it doesn't matter either way.
I'm walking down the road babe (road babe)
Where I'm bound I can't tell (can't tell)
But goodbye is too good a word to say girl (why babe why babe)
So let's just say?
I am walking aimlessly and don't know where I'm headed. However, goodbye is not a fitting word, so let's just leave it open-ended.
And you said "you treated me unkind"
Could have done better but I don't mind
(You just kinda wasted my precious time)
((Don't think twice it's alright))
You accused me of being unkind, even though I could have done better. Regardless, you just ended up wasting my time, but it's alright.
Contributed by John S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@italianjjs550
there ain't nothing better than getting lost in the music in a room full of people with the same intentions to groove
@OzRooster
It's the reason I still go out dancing at 40, sure it sounds awesome at home with headphones, but I feels amazing when surrounded by people who also feel and love the music
@big-baby-buddha
AMEN
@MichaelFerry
RIP Donald, who gave us this great sample-worthy material. 2 seconds of your creativity can influence greatness like this.
@koraflow
One of the greatest house track, the production is incredible
@unstablegenius2325
🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡
@3stools518
Carl Craig at the absolute peak of his powers. This whole album is ace. But think twice is next level.
@miisschocobon
C’est vraiment une pépite ce sons je m’en lasserais jamais
@sollykim
RIP Donald Byrd... Detroit Loves You.
@slavhaus
stunning on all levels