The core pairing assembled a full 8-piece live band for touring purposes, and released one The Herbaliser Band album. Although still a studio rather than a live album, it is distinct from the normal Herbaliser albums; the lack of guest vocalists focuses the an overall "live band" feel, especially showcasing the horn section.
Lord Lord
The Herbaliser Lyrics
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Lord, Lord!
Lord, Lord!
Big boy burnin'
New day learnin',
You smashin' them brain cells,
Suckin' them same centre.
Soots in mah brain?
My tail came and stuck a
Foot in mah brain!
Can't take the pressure,
Berks on mah break are like:
Yowsa gesundheit,
Eurotrashin' it!
Smashin' up the ballroom
Pissin' on the court room.
Witch-doctor with the herbal remedy;
Cryptic a simile,
More cheese more sleaze;
Deep blue gonad
One hell of a squeeze!
So what's that when
Tottenham's on a map when
Crews may flap about
Talkin' bout their yapper out?
They don't know 'bout
The bout that's about ta
Tap that vernacular
Venemous lushness!
We say disgusted,
Nothing to discuss
With a barrel of puke and
Alcohol vapour.
Cakes are mah caper,
Barry at the baker,
Two fizz fatty and a cold coal bread.
I'm wicked in mah head
I paint mah skull red,
Well well in mah walk when
Flickin' mah stub when:
Lord, Lord!
I know I've done a heap of wrong.
Lord, Lord!
I'm findin' it hard to be strong.
Lord, Lord!
Will you help me keep on goin' on?
Lord, Lord!
Help me remember where I'm from!
Mucho volume;
Bloody loud now, big
Pride in the flakes
'Cause we proud now.
Makin' a proud noise
'Tis my joy, Ship Ahoy!
The captain attracting the bling, that's;
Bling from the soul and
Bling from the heart,
So smart in a souped-up gold car
All over the track.
Cognac yackin' a jaw,
Back on the floor,
Back on the door; them
Whores is whores, them
Lords is lords: and I
Pay mah dues, pay mah tax.
How can I relax?
Credit card is to the max!
'Cause I must get money to feed mah scene.
Just with joss, just
We just proceed;
You're a private dancer,
Skankin' for money!
Ever skankin', thankful for money:
"Don't you call me,
You know my story!"
Lord, Lord!
I know I've done a heap of wrong.
Lord, Lord!
I'm findin' it hard to be strong.
Lord, Lord!
Will you help me keep on goin' on?
Lord, Lord!
Help me remember where I'm from!
Split-flame pepper grain
Burnin' up your belly.
Ice cream jelly wrap; party-hearty!
Too damn cute yah, too damn 'fro!
Take you down lower than low
To let you know.
Those in the know don't
Need to know;
They lead the flow,
And flow more flexible,
Sex-able, hide the salami;
Cool crystal calm re-
Member the smarmy
Pullin' by the minute but I
Keep it minimal;
Mah soul, mah mind, mah spirit is full.
No bull, I pull off the least expected
Moves; mah network, I'll be on the deck
With mah beady eye:
Cyber-Pimpernel.
That's the whole world from
Saint Arqueles; as you can tell,
Nothin' aint changed for me.
It's the same old me
With more responsibilities!
Lord, Lord!
I know I've done a heap of wrong.
Lord, Lord!
I'm findin' it hard to be strong.
Lord, Lord!
Will you help me keep on goin' on?
Lord, Lord!
Help me remember where I'm from!
Lord, Lord!
Lord, Lord!
Lord, Lord!
Lord, Lord!
Lord, Lord!
Lord, Lord!
The Herbaliser's song "Lord Lord" is a complex and layered commentary on modern life and the human experience. The song opens with the repeated lines "Lord, Lord," which serve as a refrain throughout the piece. The opening verse describes a "big boy" who is "burnin'" and "learnin'" in a world where the pressure is overwhelming. The singer implies that the subject of the song is using drugs to cope with the stresses of life, and that this behavior is taking a toll on his mental and physical health. The reference to "Eurotrash" suggests that the song is set in a cosmopolitan urban environment, further emphasizing the theme of modern life as a pressure cooker.
The second verse of the song focuses on the theme of social status and wealth. The singer references a "souped-up gold car" and a "credit card to the max," suggesting that the subject of the song is willing to go to any lengths to maintain his lifestyle. The reference to "private dancers" and "whores" suggests that the subject has a tendency to objectify and exploit others for his own gain. The use of the word "skankin'" is also notable in this context, as it has derogatory connotations and implies a lack of dignity or self-respect.
The final verse of the song shifts focus to the singer themselves, emphasizing the theme of personal responsibility. The singer suggests that they are aware of their flaws and past mistakes, but are determined to move forward and take on greater responsibilities. The hopeful tone of this verse suggests that while the pressures of modern life may be overwhelming, it is possible to find strength and meaning by taking ownership of one's actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Lord, Lord!
An exclamation of surprise or frustration
Big boy burnin'
Feeling the intensity of life, possibly with sexual connotations
New day learnin'
Continual education and growth
You smashin' them brain cells,
Partying to the point of excessive drinking or drug use
Suckin' them same centre.
Repeating the cycle of partying and substance abuse
Where did I put mah
Asking a rhetorical question about something lost or forgotten
Soots in mah brain?
Wondering about the effects of excessive drinking or drug use on the mind
My tail came and stuck a
Using a bawdy metaphor to describe making a mistake
Foot in mah brain!
Feeling regret or shame for the aforementioned mistake
Can't take the pressure,
Feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope
Berks on mah break are like:
People who annoy or bother the singer
Yowsa gesundheit,
Exclaiming in surprise or annoyance
Eurotrashin' it!
Disparaging European culture or fashion
Smashin' up the ballroom
Being wild and destructive at a party or event
Pissin' on the court room.
Being disrespectful and rebellious
Witch-doctor with the herbal remedy;
Describing someone who claims to have a cure for anything
Cryptic a simile,
Using a metaphor that is obscure or hard to understand
More cheese more sleaze;
Indulging in excess and decadence
Deep blue gonad
A crude way of describing male anatomy
One hell of a squeeze!
Describing someone or something as highly desirable or attractive
So what's that when
Asking a rhetorical question about something insignificant
Tottenham's on a map when
Referencing a location on a map for no particular reason
Crews may flap about
People may talk or argue pointlessly
Talkin' bout their yapper out?
Being overly talkative or complaining
They don't know 'bout
Being superior to others in knowledge or experience
The bout that's about ta
The upcoming event or situation that will prove the singer's superiority
Tap that vernacular
Using language and slang that is unique to the singer or their culture
Venemous lushness!
Describing something that is both beautiful and dangerous
We say disgusted,
Expressing a negative emotion towards something
Nothing to discuss
Having made up one's mind on a topic and not willing to discuss it further
With a barrel of puke and
Describing something disgusting or unpleasant
Alcohol vapour.
The smell and effects of excessive alcohol intake
Cakes are mah caper,
Having a preference or hobby for something
Barry at the baker,
Referring to a person who is skilled or proficient in a certain task
Two fizz fatty and a cold coal bread.
Describing a meal that is simple but satisfying
I'm wicked in mah head
Feeling rebellious or impulsive
I paint mah skull red,
Feeling angry or violent
Well well in mah walk when
Feeling confident or proud
Flickin' mah stub when:
Gesturing or acting in a casual manner
I know I've done a heap of wrong.
Feeling regret or guilt for one's actions
I'm findin' it hard to be strong.
Feeling weak or vulnerable
Will you help me keep on goin' on?
Asking for support or guidance
Help me remember where I'm from!
Asking for a reminder of one's roots or identity
Mucho volume;
Having loud or intense music or sound
Bloody loud now, big
Emphasizing the loudness and intensity of the music
Pride in the flakes
Feeling proud or satisfied with oneself
'Cause we proud now.
Having pride or confidence in oneself or one's group
Makin' a proud noise
Making a loud and proud statement or action
'Tis my joy, Ship Ahoy!
Expressing happiness or excitement
The captain attracting the bling, that's;
Describing someone who is successful or influential
Bling from the soul and
Being flashy and ostentatious, but with heart and authenticity
Bling from the heart,
Being flashy and ostentatious, but with genuine passion and feeling
So smart in a souped-up gold car
Having a flashy and expensive car, indicating wealth or success
All over the track.
Being successful and dominant in a certain field or activity
Cognac yackin' a jaw,
Drinking and talking aimlessly or boastfully
Back on the floor,
Returning to a party or social event
Back on the door; them
Returning to a place of work or obligation
Whores is whores, them
Viewing women negatively or disrespectfully
Lords is lords: and I
Viewing people with social power or status as important or superior
Pay mah dues, pay mah tax.
Acknowledging one's responsibilities and obligations
How can I relax?
Feeling stressed or anxious about one's obligations
Credit card is to the max!
Spending too much money or being in debt
'Cause I must get money to feed mah scene.
Working hard to support one's lifestyle or interests
Just with joss, just
Having fun or enjoying oneself
We just proceed;
Continuing to do something despite obstacles or challenges
You're a private dancer,
Referring to a person who is dancing for money or profit
Skankin' for money!
Dancing in a sexually suggestive or inappropriate way for money
Ever skankin', thankful for money:
Acknowledging the financial benefit of one's actions, even if they are questionable
"Don't you call me,
Refusing contact or communication with someone
You know my story!"
Believing that one's reputation or past is well-known to others
Split-flame pepper grain
Describing a spicy or intense flavor
Burnin' up your belly.
Causing discomfort or pain in one's stomach
Ice cream jelly wrap; party-hearty!
Describing a fun or enjoyable party or gathering
Too damn cute yah, too damn 'fro!
Describing something or someone as excessively cute or attractive
Take you down lower than low
Bringing someone or something down to a worse position or status
To let you know.
Making someone aware of something
Those in the know don't
Having knowledge or inside information
Need to know;
Only sharing information with those who require it
They lead the flow,
Being in command or control of a situation
And flow more flexible,
Being adaptable or versatile
Sex-able, hide the salami;
Being attractive or desirable, with a crude sexual reference
Cool crystal calm re-
Being composed and in control of one's emotions
Member the smarmy
Remembering someone who is insincere or manipulative
Pullin' by the minute but I
Being successful or making progress quickly
Keep it minimal;
Avoiding excess or extravagance
Mah soul, mah mind, mah spirit is full.
Feeling satisfied and fulfilled in one's life
No bull, I pull off the least expected
Being unpredictable and surprising in one's actions
Moves; mah network, I'll be on the deck
Having a group of connections or resources, and being in control
With mah beady eye:
Being observant and attentive to details
Cyber-Pimpernel.
A reference to a fictional character known for their computer hacking skills
That's the whole world from
Describing one's perspective or experience
Saint Arqueles; as you can tell,
Referencing a fictional location without much significance
Nothin' aint changed for me.
Feeling that one's life has remained consistent or unchanged
It's the same old me
Believing that one's personality or character has remained consistent
With more responsibilities!
Feeling that one has gained more obligations or duties over time
Contributed by Emma N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
CALIBAN
Le son que j'aime, je retourne 20 ans en arrière. Magique
Finesse Somerset
Classic! First heard this on SSX ON TOUR
Huésped Le Flaneur
uff, la magia de herbaliser siempre llevándonos hacia otras atomósferas, clásico
Liam Rivers
SSX on Tour @ 8 years old this song made me laugh my ass off,... now its got me smokin indo
Donny Heft
Best Vibes From GOD VIbes :) Roots Manuva - Lord, Lord
Jester Valentine
Amazing! How can I submit my music here?
Cornell Waters
🦌 Music!
Biriebi
🙏🙏🙏
Dr Henry Sarton
Too bambooclad
THPS4
SSX on Tour.