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.
Starlight [featuring Root Manu
The Herbaliser Lyrics
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[Roots Manuva]
Yes, yes.. it's about that time
Formin easy tuxedo grooves
Well.. well.. well well well
Well well well well!
You know what?
We scribble art, herbal verbal, love dip dot
Audio cartwheels that cart
We tootin from, holy baggy bone flow ??
Man overboard, he put he trust into jazz chord
Say me? None of them betray me
Bigger endin pay me, so I
clench my teeth and said nay
Thou shalt not cause me loss of my positivity
Of elastic band who keeps springin back
Slender kid sings for dumpling
Jump into the booth with the proof of the pain
These hand concrete owl, ten hour of sneezing
Wheezing, coughing up blood
Now I'm in the mood for peace, space and time
We sit back, relax, and recool, recline
.. and we're thinking of ..
Starlight, in her lucid skies
in her mu-sic-al, so all sublime
Yo, yo
Smack in the middle of the mayhem, we chase no checks
Thinkin we a hoe, now we hide from debts
Mr. Landlord, beg you please? Hear this plea
I'll be back in three weeks with three months in advance
on some good arty flex kind sir give me a chance
Blighty new face yes? Make a toast
to the host of the picnics
These capital hearty terrifics, some of them keep it real while
we be keep it cricket, Smythe, Smith
Peppergrain width, whackin in four fours
Smackin it for six, armchair critics be yellin out fix
Even though they know we don't spar with them
so the score ain't a dream
Place a bet and be grit, from be lose or win
It's the same damn ting, just a need for space
Peace in time, we sit back relax and cool recline
And we think of..
Starlight, starlight, in the distant skies
Sending me, sending message on starlight
We's feelin the season, that type of season where it
sit watchin breeze and, we on the backroad
in the high ?? cap, where we distress the stress
Digital funk max modes for protest
on some ill and gully horseback, whole damn mix tight
Some of them stay fair yes de mess of dem'll run for they life
Mamma time tales no lies
Diggin for treasure when it were right before my eyes
Dead end streets dem, we keepin men to mice
Pur-chase telescopes and watch the skies
Surveryin revealed, all types of healing
We love to know, so we dance on the ceiling
She sassy material, as she send nuff waves to my aerial
Make me nuff, Mueslix for cereal
And she put me in the mood for space, peace and time
We sit back relax, and recool recline
Yes, because of starlight.. yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah, yeah yeah yeah
The Herbaliser's song "Starlight" featuring Roots Manuva is a blend of several genres, from jazz to funk and hip hop. The lyrics are full of wordplay, unconventional rhymes, and obscure references. Roots Manuva's verse is a stream of consciousness that touches upon various themes, from artistic expression to social issues and personal struggles. He uses metaphors and allusions to create a vivid picture of his world and his perception of reality.
The first lines of the song suggest that it's time for the "combo combine," a phrase that could allude to the musical collaboration between The Herbaliser and Roots Manuva. He then starts describing his creative process, comparing it to "scribble art" and "audio cartwheels." The next lines mention a "holy baggy bone flow," which could be a reference to marijuana or another type of drug that affects his consciousness. He then mentions a jazz chord, which he trusts but also fears losing his positivity if betrayed. The verse ends with a metaphor about an elastic band that springs back, suggesting his resilience in the face of adversity.
The chorus talks about starlight and its sublime quality, suggesting that music can have a transcendent effect on the listener. The second part of the song continues with Roots Manuva's verse, talking about his struggles with landlords, debts, and critics. He also mentions a "Blighty new face" and "capital hearty terrifics," which could be a reference to British slang or cultural icons. As the song progresses, he talks about his need for peace, space, and time, which could be interpreted as a desire for autonomy and self-expression. The song ends with the chorus, repeating the theme of starlight and its transformative power.
Line by Line Meaning
Yes, yes.. it's about that time
It's time for us to combine our talents.
for the combo combine, yes
Let's mix our skills and create something amazing.
Formin easy tuxedo grooves
Our music is smooth and sophisticated.
Well.. well.. well well well
We're feeling good and ready to create some magic.
Well well well well!
We're excited to get started.
You know what?
Let's make some great music.
We scribble art, herbal verbal, love dip dot
Our music is poetic, soulful and unique.
Audio cartwheels that cart
Our music is full of twists and turns.
We tootin from, holy baggy bone flow ??
Our music is inspired by our spiritual and creative energy.
Man overboard, he put he trust into jazz chord
We take risks and explore new sounds.
Say me? None of them betray me
We trust each other and have each other's backs.
Bigger endin pay me, so I
We work hard and are rewarded for our efforts.
clench my teeth and said nay
We stand up for ourselves and our beliefs.
Thou shalt not cause me loss of my positivity
We refuse to let negative energy bring us down.
Of elastic band who keeps springin back
We're resilient and bounce back from setbacks.
Slender kid sings for dumpling
We express ourselves through our music.
Jump into the booth with the proof of the pain
We use our experiences to inform our music.
These hand concrete owl, ten hour of sneezing
We work hard and put in long hours to perfect our craft.
Wheezing, coughing up blood
We push ourselves to the limit in pursuit of our goals.
Now I'm in the mood for peace, space and time
We need to take a break and recharge.
We sit back, relax, and recool, recline
We take a moment to unwind and reflect.
.. and we're thinking of ..
We're contemplating our future projects and goals.
Starlight, in her lucid skies
We find inspiration in the beauty of the stars.
in her mu-sic-al, so all sublime
We're inspired to create music that is beautiful and transcendent.
Yo, yo
Let's keep going.
Smack in the middle of the mayhem, we chase no checks
We're not chasing fame or fortune, just creating music we love.
Thinkin we a hoe, now we hide from debts
People may underestimate us, but we don't let it hold us back.
Mr. Landlord, beg you please? Hear this plea
We ask for help when we need it.
I'll be back in three weeks with three months in advance
We're willing to work hard and pay our dues to make it in the music industry.
on some good arty flex kind sir give me a chance
We hope others will appreciate our unique style and give us a chance to succeed.
Blighty new face yes? Make a toast
We're young and fresh, and ready to make our mark.
to the host of the picnics
We celebrate the good times and enjoy life's simple pleasures.
These capital hearty terrifics, some of them keep it real while
We respect other musicians who are true to themselves and their art.
we be keep it cricket, Smythe, Smith
We stay true to ourselves and our values.
Peppergrain width, whackin in four fours
Our music is dynamic and filled with energy.
Smackin it for six, armchair critics be yellin out fix
People may criticize us, but we don't let it affect our confidence or creativity.
Even though they know we don't spar with them
We don't engage with negativity or drama.
so the score ain't a dream
Our success is not just a fantasy, it's within reach.
Place a bet and be grit, from be lose or win
We're willing to take risks and accept the consequences of our actions.
It's the same damn ting, just a need for space
Success and happiness both require room to grow and breathe.
Peace in time, we sit back relax and cool recline
Taking a break helps us stay calm and focused.
And we think of..
We let our minds wander and dream of the future.
Starlight, starlight, in the distant skies
The stars remind us of the vastness of the universe and the beauty of creation.
Sending me, sending message on starlight
The stars inspire us to create music that resonates with our audience.
We's feelin the season, that type of season where it
We're in a creative mood and ready to make music.
sit watchin breeze and, we on the backroad
We take time to appreciate life's simple pleasures.
in the high ?? cap, where we distress the stress
We find peace and relaxation in nature.
Digital funk max modes for protest
Our music is a form of self-expression and activism.
on some ill and gully horseback, whole damn mix tight
Our music is edgy and fierce, with a tight and cohesive sound.
Some of them stay fair yes de mess of dem'll run for they life
We believe in fairness and honesty, even if others don't.
Mamma time tales no lies
We tell the truth in our music, even if it's difficult or painful.
Diggin for treasure when it were right before my eyes
We sometimes overlook life's simple pleasures in pursuit of something grander.
Dead end streets dem, we keepin men to mice
We refuse to let obstacles hold us back and instead find a way through.
Pur-chase telescopes and watch the skies
We're always looking for inspiration and new ideas.
Surveryin revealed, all types of healing
We explore different genres and styles of music to find what resonates with us and our audience.
We love to know, so we dance on the ceiling
We're curious and open-minded, always seeking to learn and grow.
She sassy material, as she send nuff waves to my aerial
Our music is bold and confident, commanding attention and admiration.
Make me nuff, Mueslix for cereal
Our music sustains us and gives us energy to face each day.
And she put me in the mood for space, peace and time
Our music helps us find inner peace and calm.
We sit back relax, and recool recline
Taking a break helps us stay focused and motivated.
Yes, because of starlight.. yeah yeah yeah
The stars inspire us and fuel our creativity.
Yeah yeah yeah, yeah yeah yeah
We're excited and motivated to create music that resonates with our audience.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SILVIO HEIN, HARRY B SMITH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
dtuj
Hell yeah, Roots Manuva dubbing up The Herbaliser proper. I love Ninja Tunes!!!!!! This is some scary shit!!!
Gunnar Olafsson
PROPER work, i am in awe.
Globally Mobile
Amazing control of the higher-end freqs. The treble up in here made me quiver with hairs up on end all over. YummmY
Tee M
that reverb is goin outta controllllllll
Scottish Hip-Hop (SOS)
nice. tidy set up aswell, am jelous.
Tahoe Nevada
Sweet!
Rhett Dunmore
this is the shiz rodney. sorry dont normally swear
Monkey Marc
very cool... nice desk too... can I have one...
Anton Charles
camera going insane
Tee M
is that hardware or some soundtoyssss