Lawrence and Keeler, along with Detroit musician and producer Dave Feeny, were in the Do-Whaters, the band formed and led by Jack White of Detroit band The White Stripes for Loretta Lynn's 2004 album Van Lear Rose. Lawrence and Keeler are now at work in The Raconteurs with Benson and White. Lawrence is also the banjo and autoharp player for another Detroit band, Blanche, which also includes the aforementioned Feeny.
The band is also responsible for composing the soundtrack to a skateboard movie entitled "Mosaic" and released in 2003 by Habitat skateboards.
The band's latest album, entitled "****", was released on October 26, 2010, and was released on Jack White's Third Man Records imprint. The Greenhornes toured America, Europe, and much of Australia and New Zealand in support of the album, through 2010 and 2011. As of 2012, they have reformed, and have begun touring, however no news has emerged on whether the band will enter the studio to record another album, yet.
Satisfy My Mind
The Greenhornes Lyrics
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Someone's gotta move the rain, I need a light to shine, I need a sunny day to, Satify my mind
Satisfy my mind...
I told you I loved you, Now that's just a lie, I dont need posession, To satisfy my mind,
Satisfy my mind...
(Solo)
You have a day, and I'll have mine, I dont need your touch, to satisfy my mind, You kept with the questions, Cause I tell no lies, Words play no part, To satisfy my mind
Satisfy My Mind...
In The Greenhornes' song "Satisfy My Mind," the singer is looking for contentment and fulfillment in life. They don't want to be burdened with lies and deception, preferring raw honesty in their relationships. The music becomes a metaphor for this search: the rain represents obstacles, the light represents hope, and the sunny day represents the ultimate goal of happiness. The singer wants someone to help them move past the obstacles, to provide the hope they need to keep going, and to help them achieve their ultimate goal.
The singer has already confessed to someone that they love them, but it turns out that was a lie. They realize that they don't need to possess someone else in order to be happy; they only need to find a way to satisfy their own mind. The solo that follows this realization shows that the singer is exploring this new perspective on their own. They are no longer relying on someone else to make them happy; they are taking control of their own life.
Overall, "Satisfy My Mind" is a song about self-discovery and the desire to find happiness within oneself. It's about realizing that external possessions and relationships aren't the keys to contentment, and that true happiness can only come from within.
Line by Line Meaning
Kept it with the questions, Cause I tell no lies, Words play no part, To satisfy my mind,
I prefer to keep my thoughts to myself and ask questions rather than speak dishonestly. Words do not bring me satisfaction.
Someone's gotta move the rain, I need a light to shine, I need a sunny day to, Satify my mind,
I require a change in circumstances to bring me satisfaction. A bright and clear day would be ideal.
Satisfy my mind...
I am fixated on reaching a state of contentment and fulfillment.
I told you I loved you, Now that's just a lie, I dont need posession, To satisfy my mind,
I was not truthful when I said I loved you. Material possessions do not bring me satisfaction.
Satisfy my mind...
I am still searching for that which will bring me true satisfaction and contentment.
(Solo)
The music speaks for itself in encapsulating the emotions and mindset being conveyed.
You have a day, and I'll have mine, I dont need your touch, to satisfy my mind, You kept with the questions, Cause I tell no lies, Words play no part, To satisfy my mind
We each have our own lives and paths to follow. I do not require physical touch from you to reach a state of satisfaction. I will not lie and believe that words have no impact on me.
Satisfy My Mind...
Once again reiterating the central focus and desire for true contentment and fulfillment.
Writer(s): Jack Rhodes, Red Hayes
Contributed by Austin A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.