1)The first being The Family that were a R&B band signed to Prince's record label Paisley Park Records. The band has recently reformed under the name "F-deluxe," and has a new download available on their new site, www.Fdeluxe.com.
The band consisted of remaining members of The Time (Jellybean Johnson, Jerome Benton and St. Paul Peterson), Eric Leeds (brother of Prince's tour manager Alan Leeds) and Susannah Melvoin, the twin sister of Wendy Melvoin, who was Prince's guitarist in his band The Revolution and the other half of the duo Wendy & Lisa.
The band's material was composed entirely by Prince, with the exception of "River Run Dry", which was written by Bobby "Z" Rivkin. Prince wrote and performed all the other tracks and simply overdubbed Paul and Susannah's vocals and added saxophone by Leeds.
The project turned out to be short-lived. Peterson opted to pursue his own career and Prince absorbed most of the remaining members into The Revolution (with the exception of Johnson, who went on to join the Flyte Tyme music production team of Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis). The band did, however perform a single concert and released a self-titled album. The album contains of eight tracks consisting of funk-jazz with two instrumentals and three ballads. A single was released for The Screams Of Passion, a modest hit which was re-released in 1996 on the Girl 6 soundtrack. The album's crowning achievement, however was Nothing Compares 2 U, an emotional ballad very successfully covered five years later by Sinéad O'Connor.
2) Secondly it refers to an energetic 5 piece band from Southampton UK with a country/folk/blues sound to them. They released their debut single 'Falling For You' last year, which was received so well it sold out!
"The Family sound unbelievably polished for an unsigned band, with deeply instrumental, layered tracks.... ‘Bow Legged Woman’ blends the sounds of Primal Scream, Oasis and Seventies rock’n’roll to perfection. To hear this live, with the husky vocals, raucous guitars, and Dylan inspired harmonica, must be brilliant.... It’s great to see some different music coming out of Southampton, aside from the usual copycat bands that we keep seeing.", Penny Lane, NME, November 2007
http://www.myspace.com/thefamilyonline
3) The third refers to: "Four brothers fusing their Blues, Country and Tropicalia roots into a joyful pshycedelic current. Founded in 2005, the Family has undergone multiple lineup changes, but they are finally the symbiotic collective they have always wanted. In July of 2007 they recorded their first full length album, entitled From Brasil to the Back Country."
4) The fourth refers to an Australian lo-fi electronica group active in Sydney during the 1990's and associated with clan-analogue.
5) An Australian Band who was from Melbourne who played heavy punk grunge type music who formed in 1993. They released 2 full length cd albums in the 1990s entitled "Bleeding in" and "Hatemail"
6) A mid 1960's garage band/sunshine pop group who released the Scott McKenzie-esque "San Francisco Waits" as a 45 in 1967.
Smile
The Family Lyrics
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The love you gave so freely lets me know you care
In spite of all the things we’ve been through I know it was only a test
And now I wish that you were here with me to cure my lonliness
I’ll just smile when I think about all the good times
I just smile when I think about all the joy you bring
When I think about how you touched my life
And how you set my spirit free
I never knew before we met what love actually could do for me
And when we were together I saw how strong I could be
With all the space between us I still feel you are here
And all the love that’s in my heart keeps you near
The Family's song "Smile" is a beautiful tribute to a past love. The lyrics reverently recall the times shared with the subject of the singer’s affection, in retrospect musing on the love they gave freely and the comfort it provides. The song reveals that the two people involved went through difficult times together, which the singer now recognizes as a test of their bond. Despite the separation, there is a sense of gratitude for the good times, the joy, and the positive influence the person had on the singer’s life.
The emotional weight of the lyrics is underscored by the refrain of the song. The singer repeats the phrase “I just smile” several times throughout the song, suggesting that they can find solace in the past despite the present feelings of loneliness. The lyrics show an appreciation for the personal growth that resulted from the relationship, and the enduring love that remains now that it is over. The songwriters could have been inspired by their lived experiences, and they deserve commendation for their introspective and transformative approach to love and relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Sitting here thinking about the times we shared
Reflecting on the past moments we experienced together
The love you gave so freely lets me know you care
Your selfless love assures me of your deep care and affection
In spite of all the things we’ve been through I know it was only a test
Despite the challenges we faced, I perceive it as a testing ground
And now I wish that you were here with me to cure my loneliness
Currently, I long for your presence to alleviate my feeling of solitude
I’ll just smile when I think about all the good times
I choose to grin when reminiscing about the happy moments we had
I just smile when I think about all the joy you bring
The mere thought of the joy you bring to me puts a smile on my face
When I think about how you touched my life
Reflecting on how your presence influenced and transformed my life positively
And how you set my spirit free
You liberated my soul from the shackles of pain and sorrow
I just smile when I think about all you’ve done for me
My heart is filled with joy when I recall your contributions to my life
I never knew before we met what love actually could do for me
I never fully understood the power of love until we crossed paths
And when we were together I saw how strong I could be
Our togetherness revealed my inner strength and resilience
With all the space between us I still feel you are here
Despite the physical distance, I feel your presence close to me
And all the love that’s in my heart keeps you near
My love for you ensures you remain next to me in spirit
Contributed by Xavier K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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